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Nolan Shen

Nolan Shen, Staff Writer

Nolan Shen is a junior at Naperville Central. This is his second year on Central Times as a staff writer. He enjoys writing news and political opinions. When not working on Central Times, he spends his time playing violin in the Naperville Youth Symphony Orchestra and guitar in the NCHS Jazz Studio Orchestra. He also plays on the NCHS drumline. Nolan isn’t sure what he wants to do in the future, but he hopes to study either political science or music education in college.

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The M&Ms spokescandies returned in a Super Bowl commercial on Feb. 12 (Photo: M&Ms on YouTube)

Opinion: M&M’s Are Here to Stay

Nolan Shen, Staff Writer • February 28, 2023
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Jazz singer Samara Joy celebrates her first Grammy wins, including the award for Best New Artist (Photo: CNN)

Opinion: Let’s talk Grammys

Nolan Shen, Staff Writer • February 27, 2023
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New girls lacrosse head coach Christian Pilapil (far right) at 8th grade orientation with members of the lacrosse team.

New girls lacrosse head coach looks to establish positive team culture

Nolan Shen, Staff Writer • February 27, 2023
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Charles Cush speaks in opposition proposed changes to District 203’s music programs. Cush was of was one of three Board members who voted against the changes.

Opinion: Music changes show lack of communication from Board

Nolan Shen, Staff Writer • January 30, 2023
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Opinions: House speaker vote a preview of gridlock to come

Opinions: House speaker vote a preview of gridlock to come

Nolan Shen, Staff Writer • January 24, 2023
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Girls varsity basketball head coach Andy Nussbaum gives his team a pep talk before their game on Nov. 18. He reached 700 wins on Jan. 7.

Andy Nussbaum celebrates his 700th win as head coach of Central girls basketball

Nolan Shen, Staff Writer • January 20, 2023
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Opinion: Celebrity politicians do not represent the average citizen

Opinion: Celebrity politicians do not represent the average citizen

Nolan Shen, Staff Writer • December 21, 2022
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Emily Chalut

Central welcomes new staff members for 22-23 school year

Nolan Shen, Staff Writer • September 19, 2022
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Downtown Construction on April 13.

Downtown Naperville undergoes construction

Nolan Shen, Staff Writer • May 6, 2022
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Senior Ashton Norful in his studio at home. The Grammys that his father won are also displayed in the room. PHOTO COURTESY OF ASHTON NORFUL.

Central senior strives to become a Grammy-winning producer

Nolan Shen, Staff Writer • April 29, 2022
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Students audition for next year’s bands

Nolan Shen, Staff Writer • February 28, 2022
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JoJos Shake Bar, located on Jackson Avenue has come under fire for having a facade that contrasts with nearby buildings

Milkshake shop criticized for not fitting into ‘Naperville aesthetic’

Nolan Shen, Staff Writer • January 15, 2022
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Nick Straka is a student in pursuit of his doctorate outside of his job teaching several levels of algebra at Naperville Central.

Lifelong learners

William Tong, Cameron Rozek, Ivan Thankachen, Nolan Shen, and Jake Pfeiffer • November 29, 2021
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Jeremy Lin

English teacher’s love of learning evident in postgraduate studies

Nolan Shen, Correspondent • November 27, 2021
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Naperville Central Winter Festival split due to COVID-19 concerns

Nolan Shen, Correspondent • November 27, 2021
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