Freshman reviews new laptops

March 8, 2012

When I came to Ursuline this year, my classmates and I adjusted to many things, one of which was the tiny Fujitsu laptop. These “Lifebooks”, which are made by a different company than has been used in the past, are very compact, but have a ”dark” side like any other laptop.      These laptops... Read more »

Basketball wins State; joins soccer and swimming

Ana P. '14
March 7, 2012

     The clock read 4.3 seconds.  Everyone was quiet, and the score was 42-43 with Ursuline behind Bishop Lynch in the TAPPS 5A Girls’ Basketball State Championship game March 3 at Mansfield Summit. Ursuline (22-15) lost to Bishop Lynch (28-10) earlier this year in district play.  The Bears,... Read more »

Ursuline hosts successful Robotics competition

UA staff
February 29, 2012

Neuhoff Gymnasium was totally transformed Saturday, Feb. 25, when Ursuline Academy and the Mandarin Chinese School in Arlington hosted their first VEX Robotics Competition. Attended by 37 teams of high school students from 16 different schools, competition was spirited and focused. Each team, randomly... Read more »

Privacy vs. Protection

Olivia A. '13
February 28, 2012

     The recent Supreme Court decision made in the case United States vs. Jones has potentially compromised the effectiveness of the police force in America today.      Antoine Jones, co-owner of a nightclub in Washington D.C. who was also a suspect in a cocaine-dealing business, was tracked... Read more »

Arabic Week offers opportunities

Olivia A. '13
February 28, 2012

  Monday, Feb. 27 marked the beginning of the second annual Arabic week, organized by Arabic teacher Mrs. Benhayda and her 22 Arabic students.                 The week’s program will display several elements of Arabic culture while also tying in the role of women in the Arabic world.                ... Read more »

Get ready to watch these Stars

Andreina B. '13
February 28, 2012

     With the New Year comes a whole new group of stars for whom we should be on the lookout. Last year’s “stars-to-watch” included such people as Chris Hemsworth, whose star-making turn in Thor has helped him line up a number of jobs for 2012, and Rooney Mara, who received an Oscar nomination... Read more »

Playing Words with Friends is UA sensation

Katy C. '14
February 28, 2012

In a world of smartphones, social networking and apps, it’s feasible for a person’s iPhone to be equipped with everything from music playlists and Twitter to Angry Birds.  The internet and a world of information are available at one’s fingertips, as are a variety of games and other tools. At the... Read more »

Ursuline commemorates Black History Month

Ellisa B. '15
February 24, 2012

“That movie was so inspiring!” said Olivia W. ‘13, as she walked out of the Red Tails movie accompanied by the UA African American Awareness Club. Olivia is the Co-President of the AAA club  and,  in celebration of the upcoming month,  the club took a field trip to see the all Black cast movie... Read more »

Laissez les Bons Temps Rouler

February 24, 2012

The second annual Mardi Gras Parade marched through the halls of Ursuline on Fat Tuesday, Feb. 21. Members of advisories, wearing masks which they had made earlier, tossed candy and beads to students, faculty and administrators.  The parade began in the courtyard and ended in Neuhoff where attendees... Read more »

Bears Win 2 State Championships

Ana P. '14
February 24, 2012

What a week-end for the Ursuline Bears’ soccer and swimming and diving teams.    Both teams took state at their respective TAPPS’ championships. The Academy won its 22nd consecutive state title Feb. 18, by defeating Houston St. Agnes 2-0 in the Division I girl’s final at the TAPPS Winter Soccer... Read more »