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Rue Siddiqui

Rue Siddiqui, Co-Online Editor

Rue Siddiqui, senior, is the Co-Online Editor for the Marquette Messenger. This will be her third full year on staff. She is also a part of the Politics Club, Key Club, and Model UN. In her free time, she enjoys reading, thrifting, and listening to music.

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Darcy Hachmeister, math teacher, endorses Charlotte Qin as president on Qin's Instagram page. Campaigning on social media has been successful, Qin said. "Just getting the word out there and getting people's attention has been a big help," Qin said.

Candidates Gear Up for Senior Class Elections

Rue Siddiqui, Co-Online Editor
May 23, 2023

Students Organize Annual Special Olympics

Rue Siddiqui, Elliott Jorgensen, Owen DeArmond, and Parker Brandt
April 28, 2023
Gabe Turner, senior, and Jonathan Neal, sophomore, removed debris from J.N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge on Sanibel Island. The group removed 600 pounds of trash and debris from two miles o the Bailey Tract.

Students, Staff Aid Sanibel Island on Annual Service Trip

Parker Brandt and Rue Siddiqui
March 28, 2023
The library has assembled various displays in honor of Women's History Month.

MHS Celebrates Women’s History Month

Rue Siddiqui, Co-Online Editor
March 17, 2023
Chesterfield Antique Mall specializes in unique, one-of-a-kind collector's items. Jamie Walters, store manager, has been a vendor at the store for eight years and has noticed a change in the items that are popular now versus what was popular then.

In-Depth: Collectible Craze

Rue Siddiqui and Jacob Robinson
February 15, 2023
Missouri is currently leading the nation in anti-LGBTQ bills. Twenty-seven anti-LGBTQ bills that make up approximately 21% of anti-LGBTQ legislation in the nation have been introduced in Missouri.

[Photo] Opinion: The Missouri Senate’s Agenda is Discriminatory

Rue Siddiqui, Co-Online Editor
February 12, 2023
Now more than ever, the emergence of AI in the media threatens the foundation of ethical, trustworthy journalism. This spike in computer-generated news leads to misinformation. Automated journalism, or algorithmic journalism, describes the infiltration of news media by AI computer programs, such as ChatGPT.

Opinion: AI Can’t Replace Humans

Parker Brandt and Rue Siddiqui
February 12, 2023
After hearing of a fundraiser her colleagues were organizing, Molly Diliberto, SSD teacher, said she was hopeful. “It gives us a glimpse of joy that we’ve been missing,” Diliberto said. “All my colleagues here have been so supportive and amazing and I’m very lucky to work here.”

Staff Organizes Fundraiser for Diliberto Family

Rue Siddiqui and Aiden Burkhardt
February 2, 2023
Due to the mass cancellation of flights, many people were unable to locate their luggage. Max Quallen, sophomore, has yet to receive his luggage from Southwest Airlines. “Nobody could find their bags," Quallen said. "It was a complete mess, and everybody was freaking out."

‘Up in the Air’: How the Southwest Airlines Flight Cancellation Crisis Affected MHS Families

Rue Siddiqui, Co-Online Editor
January 9, 2023
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[Photo] Students React to Spotify Wrapped

Aarushi Bute and Rue Siddiqui
November 30, 2022
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Opinion: Affirmative Action Improves College Admissions

Rue Siddiqui, Co-Online Editor
November 14, 2022
In 2015, the U.S. Congress recognized October as National Dyslexia Awareness Month. Senior Emma Hasler, who was diagnosed two years later, said she is glad it exists. “Dyslexia can definitely take a toll if you’re still in that phase where you’re embarrassed,” Hasler said. “That’s why awareness is so important. It shows that this isn’t abnormal or something to be ashamed of.”

October Marks National Dyslexia Awareness Month

Rue Siddiqui, Co-Online Editor
November 1, 2022
Varsity Softball celebrates their win against Lindbergh High School in the MSHSAA State Quarterfinal, effectively putting them in the top four qualifiers for State.

Varsity Softball is Heading to State

Rue Siddiqui and Prashu Sidella
October 24, 2022
Joe Schoedel, coach, said the team's goal is to be top 10 at State this year. Though this hasn't been the case since 2012, Schoedel said the team has been working extra hard this season. “For years we have been building and building and building towards these goals, and this is our chance to get that,” Schoedel said.

Boys Swim & Dive Prepares for State

Rue Siddiqui, Co-Online Editor
October 9, 2022
Though Attorney General Eric Schmitt's request to access private records doesn't come as a shock, it is not typical for politicians to request such access. The legality of his request remains a question on everyone's mind.

Opinion: Attorney General Should Not Have Access to a Publication’s Records

Rue Siddiqui, Co-Online Editor
September 24, 2022
“Our club has an international focus, but this year we really want to hone in on problems at home and in our society as well,” Tadakamalla said. “It’s easy to see a problem around the world and say that it’s a shame, but it’s another to actually do something about it, even if it is indirect.” So, Tadakamalla said she will continue projects such as placing menstrual products in the MHS bathrooms as well as care baskets for women across the globe.

Days for Girls Urges Underclassmen to Join

Rue Siddiqui and Prashu Sidella
September 23, 2022
Harry welcomes us into his house with open arms and eases our worries about our past, relationships and the future.

Rue’s Recs: Harry’s House

Rue Siddiqui, Co-Online Editor
May 29, 2022
Alexis Nguyen (left), Joyce Liu (middle) and Emily Zhang (right) pose at an East Asian Student Association (EASA) meeting. EASA co-president, Jenny Chiu, says the club fosters inclusivity for both East Asians and non-Asians.

May Honors Asian Americans & Pacific Islanders

Rue Siddiqui, Co-Online Editor
May 26, 2022
At MHS, attendance has dropped from 94.38 percent in March 2019 to 92.22 percent in March 2022. When applied to the 2,251 student population, that adds up to approximately 175 students absent within the past month, when it used to be 125 students absent.

School Attendance Declines in First In-Person Year

Rue Siddiqui, Co-Online Editor
May 12, 2022
I joined Netflix when it was $9.99 a month. Since then, my subscription has jumped from the baseline of $9.99 to $13.99 in October of 2020.

Opinion: Streaming Services Empty Your Wallet

Rue Siddiqui, Co-Online Editor
April 8, 2022
Harry's House is set to release on May 20th.

Album Predictions: Harry’s House

Rue Siddiqui, Co-Online Editor
March 31, 2022
Juniors Collin Durer and Priya Leckliter play Wordle and Taylordle during their lunch. Students all over MHS have taken to making Wordle a part of their daily lives and often use their free time during the day to play the game.

In-Depth: Wordle Gains Popularity at MHS

Marin Ellington and Rue Siddiqui
March 16, 2022

Letters for Leisure

Rhianna Li, Marin Ellington, and Rue Siddiqui
March 7, 2022
Sanjana Iyer, senior, attended the Van Gogh exhibit with a group of friends and said it was inspiring for artists to be able to see that someday thousands of people will be recognizing their work. “I really got to see the way art can become life and how you can turn something into art from any medium,” Iyer said.

In-Depth: Hues of Humanity

Marin Ellington, Paige Goodyear, and Rue Siddiqui
February 22, 2022
Chakraborty won first place in the 2021 2nd District Congressional Art competition for her painting titled “Innovation.” ” In the picture, there is a researcher holding a pipette and she has a bold expression on her face and I wanted to highlight that how research is bold and you are always trying to do something new and innovative,” Chakraborty said.

Student Spotlight: Driptaa Chakraborty

Rue Siddiqui, Annie Alcorn, Liza Cooper, and Mason Kellerman
January 18, 2022
Roe v. Wade was decided in 1973, and has served as a landmark case with an important precedent since.

Opinion: Don’t Overturn Roe v. Wade, Leave History Alone

Rue Siddiqui, Co-Online Editor
December 6, 2021
From what I have seen, women's costumes tend to be advertised to be far more sexual than men's.

The Oversexualization of Women’s Costumes

Rue Siddiqui, Co-Online Editor
October 19, 2021
"Squid Games" was released onto Netflix on September 17, 2021, and is already set to become the most-watched show on the platform.

Review: Squid Games

Rue Siddiqui, Co-Online Editor
October 11, 2021
Senior Sydney Rehling sets up her register for her five hour shift at Pure by Jen.

Senior Serves as Social Media Coordinator for STL Boutique

Rue Siddiqui, Co-Online Editor
October 3, 2021
A greater emphasis on the MHS dress code this year has sparked many debates over the social, ethical and legal legitimacy of the code.

Cracking the Code

Mason Kellerman and Rue Siddiqui
September 26, 2021
Tickets for Homecoming 2021 are on sale for $20 next week.

Homecoming: A Survival Guide 

Rue Siddiqui, Co-Online Editor
September 16, 2021
Excess energy that students come across may be easily relieved with fidget gadgets that distract them like these manipulatives or some students handle their stress with one-on-one conversation.

[Photo] Pandemic School Year Increases Interest in Hands-on Stress Relievers

Liv Henderson, Staff Reporter
June 9, 2021
The new feature allows for users to insert their pronouns in a designated area on their profile.

Instagram’s Pronoun Feature Promotes Inclusivity

Rue Siddiqui, Social Media Editor, Online Publisher
May 21, 2021
Teens opt for disposable cameras instead of digital cameras to achieve a "vintage" look.

Ditching Digital: Why Teens Opt for Disposable Cameras

Rue Siddiqui, Social Media Editor, Online Publisher
May 12, 2021
What used to be considered an activity done by people of low-income levels out of necessity has turned into a trend for many people of high or middle-income levels. In fact, there has been a striking increase in people of middle income levels shopping at thrift stores in the past two years, according to a study conducted at Penn State University.

In-Depth: Thrifting Rises in Popularity

Rue Siddiqui, Social Media Editor, Online Publisher
April 29, 2021

SME Podcast, Episode 1: More Likes, More Problems

Rue Siddiqui, Grace Taylor, and Sydney Goldsmith
April 19, 2021
The first testing window will take place from Friday, April 16, to Friday, April 30. The second testing window will take place from Monday, May 10, to Friday, May 21.

Virtual Students Take In-Person EOCs

Rue Siddiqui, Social Media Editor
April 9, 2021
BTS and many other K-pop stars have had to work ten times harder to succeed in the music industry as they’ve had to cross language and cultural barriers to enter the American music industry.

Grammys or Scammys?

Rue Siddiqui, Social Media Editor
March 30, 2021
Junior Ally Fitzgerald played with her varsity team in the Visitation Christmas Tournament after attending virtual school earlier that day.

Sports Teams Accommodate to Virtual Students

Rue Siddiqui, Social Media Editor
March 14, 2021
The most popular record players amongst teens are Crosleys, Victrola's and Jorlais, but there are a variety of options for the vintage music device.

Vinyl Revival

Rue Siddiqui, Social Media Editor
March 14, 2021
Sydney Goldsmith, junior, is one of the many teens who have embraced casually posting on Instagram.

Instagram Can Never Be Casual Again

Rue Siddiqui, Social Media Editor
February 17, 2021
Seeing these women take over the typically white male-dominated and heteronormative genre is refreshing.

Female Indie-Pop Artists on the Rise

Rue Siddiqui, Social Media Editor
February 15, 2021
While it is tempting to disregard the virus and attend these gatherings, it is important to remember that your actions could have serious consequences.

Partying in a Pandemic

Rue Siddiqui, Social Media Editor
January 24, 2021
Swift surprised her fans with "evermore" as a thank you and a celebration of her upcoming birthday.

Evermore: A Track by Track Review

Rue Siddiqui, Social Media Editor
December 23, 2020
Days for Girls hosts virtual Zoom meetings every 3 p.m. Thursday. The club works with the Days for Girls global organization. They’re working toward creating a more dignified and humane world for girls through sustainable feminine hygiene, reproductive awareness, advocacy and education.

Days for Girls Kickstarts their Club

Rue Siddiqui, Staff Reporter
November 22, 2020
The Holiday Dreams Drive takes place in December; however, donations are accepted starting Oct. 1.

Casey Organizes Annual Holiday Dreams Drive

Rue Siddiqui
November 18, 2020
The Messenger asked students about their favorite music released or discovered during quarantine. 

Records on Repeat

Rue Siddiqui, Staff Reporter
November 10, 2020
Jamie Levine, senior, uses Common App to apply to colleges. “Because of COVID, I kind of feel like I am on my own terms of getting everything done, and I couldn’t visit colleges at all like I typically would’ve been able to,” Levine said.

Seniors Experience A Fully-Virtual College Apps Season

Rue Siddiqui and Mahita Avasarala
October 24, 2020
With RSD switching to a quarter system rather than the traditional semester system, the Messenger asked students and staff: What are your thoughts on the new quarter system? What are some perks or problems you’ve encountered?

Speak Out: MHS Students and Staff Reflect on Virtual Quarter System

Rue Siddiqui, Staff Reporter
October 17, 2020
Counselors, Brenda Casey and Jacklyn Floyd teaching coping mechanisms during Mindful Mondays.

MHS Prioritizes Mental Wellness in Isolation

Rue Siddiqui, Staff Reporter
October 15, 2020
Natalie Kowalski, junior, skates around her neighborhood.

The Return of Roller Skates

Rue Siddiqui, Staff Reporter
June 4, 2020
The first open letter was posted to Instagram by Lana Del Rey on May 21st.

The music industry has a skewed outlook on feminism

Rue Siddiqui, Staff Reporter
June 4, 2020
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