The James Logan Courier

By Emma Graves Fitzsimmons and Bonnie Miller Rubin
Chicago Tribune (MCT)

CHICAGO — Lauren Pfeiffer said she doesn't have to worry about what's on her Facebook profile, but she can't say the same about her fellow students.

"Some of my friends could get in trouble with their photos," said the junior at Andrew High School in Tinley Park, Ill. "I wouldn't want it to be a deciding factor in their future."

The idea that a lapse in cyber-judgment could alter a life trajectory might once have been dismissed as paranoia.

By Jessika Robinson, Courier Staff Writer

Beauty is as Beauty Does."

Aveda, the mostly natural line of beauty products, has been guiided by mission statement summed up in the above quote since 1978 when Horst Rechelbacher launched the company, maker of flower and plant based beauty products.

Since then, Aveda has launched a cosmetics line in addition to their hair care and aromatherapy lines. In addition to marketing natural products, Aveda gives back to the environment from which their products come. They support and partner with indigenous tribes around the world to obtain the natural ingredients used in the Aveda products.

By Amna Humayon, Courier Daily Editor

Ramadan is a month in the Muslim lunar calendar that has been specifically set aside for religious adherence and reflection. Here at James Logan, muslims of various nationalities are observing the month by abstaining from eating or drinking anything during daylight hours.

For many, the most familiar aspect of the holy month's observance is the fasting that takes place. Fasting is an important aspect of Islam, and other religions, as well. Fasting is practiced by Jews and Christians, but is not as rigidily enforced and practiced as it is by Muslims.

By Angela Luo, ASB Public Relations Commissioner

Greetings! Fellow classmates and friends. I’m Angela Luo, your ASB Public Relations Commissioner here to represent the student leadership team and the student council.

First, I would like to welcome all the new students and the students returning. Hopefully our leadership can provide to your needs, we will of course do our best.

By Asma Yasini, Courier Staff Writer

Note: During the Muslim holy month of Ramadan, The Courier is presenting a series of stories explaining the culture and religion of Islam.

A hijab is the outer garment that is some believe is mandatory for Muslim females to wear, once they reach puberty. Hijab comes from the Arabic word “hajaba” meaning to hide from view or conceal.

A Muslim woman who covers her head is making a statement about her identity. Anyone who sees her will know that she is Muslim and has a good moral character. As a modest, pure woman, she does not want her sexuality to enter into interactions with men in the smallest degree. A woman who covers herself is concealing her sexuality but allowing her femininity to be brought out.

By Etan Horowitz
The Orlando Sentinel (MCT)

ORLANDO, Fla. — When Jen Vargas suddenly was laid off from her job as a senior administrative assistant at Universal Orlando in June, the 30-year-old's resume was out-of-date and she had no active job prospects.

But she did have one advantage: She's a member of the networking sites LinkedIn and Facebook.

"People who I wasn't directly associated with at work, or who worked in neighboring departments, are the ones who sent me job leads," said Vargas of Orlando, who is still looking for work. "And co-workers who I would have expected to keep me in mind, I haven't heard from them. It was very surprising."