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The Official Student News Site of Parkway West High

Pathfinder
The Official Student News Site of Parkway West High

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While students use social media to connect virtually to others and access information, social media platforms use algorithms to personalize the information presented to users. “I like that recommendations make it a lot easier to find content that interests me,” junior Michael Emerson said. “But it also frightens me because sometimes it makes it hard to get off the scrolling and clicking cycle and makes me feel like I‘m glued to my phone.”

Algorithms of students’ digital world

Raj Jaladi, Newsletter Editor/Data Analyst • January 10, 2023

Ever wonder who is creating the “For You” page on TikTok, “Home Tweets” on Twitter or “Suggested Reels” on Instagram — all tailored and personalized just for you? The mastermind behind all...

Editorial: School-wide Snapchat warrants Parkway technology policy updates

Editorial: School-wide Snapchat warrants Parkway technology policy updates

Pathfinder Editorial Board • August 28, 2017

Despite the app being banned on school wifi, students are among the 150 million worldwide Snapchat users that utilize the platform to send 'disappearing' photos and videos. The latest craze? A school-wide...

Senior quarterback Megan Loaney used the "wrong ball" play during Powderpuff, and scored a touchdown, but it did not count. Later, she received a text from referee Tom Herpel apologizing that the play was fair and should have been counted. [Maret Welby, 12]

Week of Sept. 30 – Oct. 2

Mary Galkowski, Photographer, Staff Writer • October 6, 2015
NewsChannel 5 interviewed Alex Rossi in the library on Oct. 2 about the Pathfinder article about him.