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Devils' Advocate
The news site of Hinsdale Central High School

Devils' Advocate
The news site of Hinsdale Central High School

Devils' Advocate
Sadiyah Alam

Sadiyah Alam, Writer

My name is Sadiyah Alam and I am currently a junior. I love travelling and hanging out with my friends and family. I sell Arabic and English calligraphy paintings and love any form of art. I love being athletic and play many sports like swimming, tennis, ice skating, and basketball. I’m pretty extroverted and love to make new friends and have a good time! You can contact Sadiyah at [email protected].

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Arwa coffee has Middle Eastern architecture throughout.

New Chain of Arwa Cafe opened in Chicago Suburbs

Sadiyah Alam, Leah Packer, Editor-in-Chief, and Yusra Shakaib, Editor-in-Chief
April 21, 2025
Noah Pelinkovic, senior, standing on the podium at the Boys Illinois State Championship.

Q&A with swimmer Noah Pelinkovic

Sadiyah Alam, Leah Packer, Editor-in-Chief, and Yusra Shakaib, Editor-in-Chief
March 5, 2025
'Wicked' was nominated for a SAG award.

SAG Awards disappoint students

Sadiyah Alam, Leah Packer, Editor-in-Chief, and Yusra Shakaib, Editor-in-Chief
February 25, 2025
The Weeknd preforming at his live concert.

The Weeknd releases a new studio album: Hurry Up Tomorrow

Sadiyah Alam, Leah Packer, Editor-in-Chief, and Yusra Shakaib, Editor-in-Chief
February 7, 2025
Door 5 on Grant Street where metal detectors will be implemented on unannounced days.

Second semester calls for new security measures

Sadiyah Alam, Leah Packer, Editor-in-Chief, and Yusra Shakaib, Editor-in-Chief
January 15, 2025
The solstice club has their vision board in room 1210.

Solstice opens submissions for upcoming magazine

Sadiyah Alam, Leah Packer, Editor-in-Chief, and Yusra Shakaib, Editor-in-Chief
December 16, 2024
Zahra Haque, senior, poses with her brownie frappuccino.

Shaghf Cafe opens in Willowbrook

Sadiyah Alam, Leah Packer, Editor-in-Chief, and Yusra Shakaib, Editor-in-Chief
December 9, 2024
Cinemark Seven Bridges and IMAX in Woodridge shows "Venom: The Last Dance."

Final Venom movie releases

Sadiyah Alam, Leah Packer, Editor-in-Chief, and Yusra Shakaib, Editor-in-Chief
November 11, 2024
SASU decorated the commons with marigold and cultural scarves shaped as bows

Central celebrates Diwali

Sadiyah Alam, Leah Packer, Editor-in-Chief, and Yusra Shakaib, Editor-in-Chief
November 8, 2024
The Greek Club made frappes and sold donuts to everyone outside of the cafeteria. From left to right: Elena Stavros, senior, Georgio Fotos, senior, Madeline Kubesh, junior, Nicoletta Andrews, freshman, Nikoleta Zervas, junior and Stefani Andrews, senior.

Greek Club sells frappés and donuts in the morning to celebrate Ochi Day

Sadiyah Alam, Leah Packer, Editor-in-Chief, and Yusra Shakaib, Editor-in-Chief
October 29, 2024
MSA had henna tattoo stalls during lunch periods for students to come and get henna done on Oct. 1. From left to right: Dalia Bajwa, junior and Ayesha Ahmed, senior

MSA hosts Islamic Awareness Day activities

Sadiyah Alam, Leah Packer, Editor-in-Chief, and Yusra Shakaib, Editor-in-Chief
October 3, 2024
MIXTAPE PLUTO is now available on various streaming platforms like Spotify and Apple Music. Future released his latest album on Sept. 20.

Future releases new album: MIXTAPE PLUTO

Sadiyah Alam, Leah Packer, Editor-in-Chief, and Yusra Shakaib, Editor-in-Chief
September 25, 2024
Senior team who played in the Powderpuff game pose for a photo. From left to right: Therese Moraleda, Najya Shadi Khan, Arianna Messana, Padmasri Thirunarayanan, Leila Sulivan, Grace Massery, Juliana Waters, Kennedy Hannah, Nuha Shadi Khan, Aurora Allen.

Junior and senior girls compete in annual Powderpuff games

Sadiyah Alam, Leah Packer, Editor-in-Chief, and Yusra Shakaib Editor-in-Chief
September 19, 2024
Outdoor area to eat lunch at Pronto.

Go to Pronto Italian Sandwiches, Pronto!

Sadiyah Alam, Leah Packer, Editor-in-Chief, and Yusra Shakaib, Editor-in-Chief
September 9, 2024
Zahra Ghadeer, senior looks at Hinsdale Central NHS schedule.

National Honor Society members vote for student leaders

Sadiyah Alam, Leah Packer, Editor-in-chief, and Yusra Shakaib, Editor-in-chief
September 4, 2024
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[Photo] Graduation Photo Gallery

May 24, 2024
In the week of May 6-May 10, ceramics students fired their pottery pieces in a kiln outdoors.

Ceramics classes fire pottery in kilns outside

Sadiyah Alam, Clara Pappas, Editor-in-Chief, and Anjika Kumar, Editor-in-Chief
May 15, 2024
A chocolate waffle from Melt n Dip.

The top 10 best local restaurants to visit this summer

Sadiyah Alam, Clara Pappas, Editor-in-Chief, and Anjika Kumar, Editor-in-Chief
May 14, 2024
Clara Pappas, senior, and Helena Tragas, senior, wear dresses with corsets sewn into their dresses.

Prom dress styles change for the 2024 season

Sadiyah Alam, Clara Pappas, Editor-in-Chief, and Anjika Kumar, Editor-in-Chief
April 15, 2024
Students eating dinner in Ecuador during last year's spring break on a trip hosted by the Spanish department.

Central students enjoy their spring break

Yusra Shakaib, Sadiyah Alam, Clara Pappas, Editor-in-Chief, and Anjika Kumar, Editor-in-Chief
March 22, 2024
MOTW Coffee and Pastries sells Arabic desserts and various coffee drinks.

MOTW Coffee and Pastries opens in Lombard

Sadiyah Alam, Clara Pappas, Editor-in-Chief, and Anjika Kumar, Editor-in-Chief
February 28, 2024
Poster display in the commons celebrating Black History Month.

The Black Student Union highlights Black History Month

Sadiyah Alam, Clara Pappas, Editor-in-Chief, and Anjika Kumar, Editor-in-Chief
February 26, 2024
Students celebrate the night with light up glow sticks.

Central throws Winter Formal

Sadiyah Alam, Clara Pappas, Editor-in-Chief, and Anjika Kumar, Editor-in-Chief
January 21, 2024
The band performs various holiday songs during the concert.

Music department hosts holiday concert

Sadiyah Alam, Clara Pappas, Editor-in-Chief, and Anjika Kumar, Editor-in-Chief
December 19, 2023
Hinsdale Central decorates commons with banners and ornaments hanging from the ceiling.

Hinsdale decorates for the holiday season

Sadiyah Alam, Clara Pappas, Editor-in-Chief, and Anjika Kumar, Editor-in-Chief
December 19, 2023
Students eating lunch during seventh period.

[Photo] Students discuss school lunches

Jack Copeland, Clara Pappas, Editor-in-Chief, and Anjika Kumar, Editor-in-Chief
November 20, 2023
Varsity swimmers cheer on their fellow teammates.

Girls swim team takes fifth place at IHSA state meet

Sadiyah Alam, Clara Pappas, Editor-in-Chief, and Anjika Kumar, Editor-in-Chief
November 16, 2023
Top left to right: Sarah Cardenas, junior, Emaan Sheikh, sophomore, Terrence Newell, junior, Joely Frustaci, sophomore, Madison Amolsch, junior, Madeline LaPointe, senior, Phi Rassi, senior, Brenden McPherson,junior, Alyson Motherway, senior. Bottom left to right: Emilia Drab, senior, Maya Hasim, junior, Kaleb Ramos, junior, Maya Ellis, junior, Samuel Malapati, junior, Presley Mulligan, junior, Victoria Dzanda, junior, Olivia Fulton, senior.

Students attend Operation Snowball retreat

Sadiyah Alam, Clara Pappas, Editor-in-Chief, and Anjika Kumar, Editor-in-Chief
November 8, 2023
(Left to right) Elizabeth Matricaria, sophomore, and Sarah Pelinkovic, freshman, finish their event.

Varsity swim scores second in conference meet

Sadiyah Alam, Clara Pappas, Editor-in-Chief, and Anjika Kumar, Editor-in-Chief
October 25, 2023
“For All The Dogs" includes collaborations from various artists, such as Bad Bunny.

Drake releases “For All The Dogs”

Sadiyah Alam, Clara Pappas, Editor-in-Chief, and Anjika Kumar, Editor-in-Chief
October 16, 2023
Kotryna Tomas, junior and varsity player, waits to hit the ball.

Girls varsity tennis wins 5-0 against Hinsdale South

Sadiyah Alam, Clara Pappas, Editor-in-Chief, and Anjika Kumar, Editor-in-Chief
October 9, 2023
The HSA members hold up the Mexican flag and the Guatemalan flag during the week of Sept. 24 to celebrate Hispanic Heritage activities at the school.

Central celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month

Sadiyah Alam, Clara Pappas, Editor-in-Chief, and Anjika Kumar, Editor-in-Chief
October 2, 2023
The Homecoming court participated in musical chairs during the pep assembly on Sept. 22.

Students gather for Homecoming pep rally

Sadiyah Alam, Clara Pappas, Editor-in-Chief, and Anjika Kumar, Editor-in-Chief
September 26, 2023
Hinsdale Central swimmers jump in to compete in the 50 freestyle event on Sept. 8 against LT.

Girls swim team loses to LT 99-87

Sadiyah Alam, Clara Pappas, Editor-in-Chief, and Anjika Kumar, Editor-in-Chief
September 11, 2023
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