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Emerson Traugott

Emerson Traugott, Executive Editor: Photography

Hello my name is Emerson Traugott, and I am a senior at Bowie! This is my second year on staff, and I’m excited to write as a news editor and act as the executive editor of photography. Outside of newspaper I participate in orchestra, debate as well as clubs like Society of Women engineers and book club. I am thrilled to help create a fun, interesting and quality newspaper.

All content by Emerson Traugott
ADDRESSING THE CLASS: Junior Julia Low throws her hands up in an attempt to cool down an intense debate between freshmen club members. Argumentative games are a common activity among the debate club members as they keep the novice competitors intrigued.

[Photo] Julia Low dominates in debate division

Sophia Sanchez, Executive Editor: Writing
February 6, 2024

The battle for contraception continues

Emerson Traugott, Executive Editor: Photography
December 15, 2023
The required sequence of communication and verification between levels of administration within AISD slowed the opportunity for instant communication with parents, students, and staff.

Threat highlights communication flaws

Emerson Traugott, Executive Editor: News
October 2, 2023
EYE TO EYE: While chained to the small metal fence, Buck patiently waits for Olivas to finish her daily examination of his ears, neck and back, to ensure he is growing properly. Over the course of a year Olivas raises her two steers to livestock show standards gaining them many awards. “I have even been awarded grand champion for my steers, however it was a very small competition,” Olivas said. “And I get breed champion or reserve champion at almost every show. The lowest I’ve ranked is fourth, so I feel I’ve done pretty well even in competitive counties.”

FFA arranges interactive experiences

Emerson Traugott, Photo Essay Editor
March 16, 2023
DURING CHESS CLUB: Senior Ashley Fuselier (left) junior Jody Louro (center) and junior Joaquin Welch (right) participate in games of chess.

Chess club creates community

Emerson Traugott, Photo Essay Editor
February 27, 2023
NO LIMIT: As Gum glides his bow across his string playing the beginning chords of his award-winning original piece, Redwood Suite. Inspired by numerous artists, mainly those of the impressionist period, Gum’s talents and cultivation of talent have allowed him to participate in opportunist he never would have thought about. “To have a symphony premiered by the symphony orchestra that you’ve grown up seeing and admiring was just really cool, and unlike anything, I’d ever done before,” Gum said. “It was also just really special because I was able to collaborate with all of my friends, and I met a lot of cool people through that experience.”

Music unlocks the door to opportunities

Emerson Traugott, Photo Essay Editor
December 12, 2022
STANDING OUT: Lucy’s store front includes an unmistakable zebra statue placed in the middle of the roof: dressed in a colorful costume and striking a pose.

Final goodbyes to Lucy in Disguise

Emerson Traugott, Photo Essay Editor
October 19, 2022
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