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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
Sydney Seda

Sydney Seda, Managing Editor

Sydney Seda is a senior who loves to have a good time. You can catch her watching multiple episodes of Grey’s Anatomy or volunteering at Hinsdale Hospital. She loves playing with little kids and likes to jam out to music turned all the way up. She enjoys playing on the volleyball court and making trips to Portillo’s. She loves to travel and discover new places to go to with her family. Sydney is also a part of Peer Leadership and has done some events for Key Club. After a long day at school, she prefers to cuddle up in bed with a bunch of blankets. You can contact Sydney at [email protected].

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The popular Facebook page Humans of New York has swept the web by storm for exposing the uniqueness of New Yorkers, thus inspiring the new Humans of Hinsdale Central.

Humans of Hinsdale Central Week 10: Off to college

Sydney Seda, Kabir Sawlani, Editor-in-Chief, and Abby Stockmal, Editor-in-Chief
May 9, 2018
Student dancers perform an authentic Palestinian dance at Ethnic Fair on Friday, April 13.

Humans of Hinsdale Central Week 9: Ethnic Fair Edition

Sydney Seda and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
April 16, 2018
A couple poses for a picture in their prom attire at Hinsdale Central's prom in 2016.

Prom Dress Survival Guide: Trends and styles

Sydney Seda and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
April 4, 2018
The popular Facebook page Humans of New York has swept the web by storm for exposing the uniqueness of New Yorkers, thus inspiring the new Humans of Hinsdale Central.

Humans of Hinsdale Central Week 9: RDN Election Edition

Sydney Seda and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
March 7, 2018

[Video] Humans of Hinsdale Central Week 8: Couples Edition

Sydney Seda and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
February 21, 2018
The popular Facebook page Humans of New York has swept the web by storm for exposing the uniqueness of New Yorkers, thus inspiring the new Humans of Hinsdale Central.

Humans of Hinsdale Central Week 7: International Edition

Sydney Seda, Managing Editor
February 9, 2018
The popular Facebook page Humans of New York has swept the web by storm for exposing the uniqueness of New Yorkers, thus inspiring the new Humans of Hinsdale Central.

Humans of Hinsdale Central Week 6: March to the Polls

Sydney Seda and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
January 24, 2018
The popular Facebook page Humans of New York has swept the web by storm for exposing the uniqueness of New Yorkers, thus inspiring the new Humans of Hinsdale Central.

Humans of Hinsdale Central Week 5: Holiday Edition

Sydney Seda and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
December 7, 2017
The popular Facebook page Humans of New York has swept the web by storm for exposing the uniqueness of New Yorkers, thus inspiring the new Humans of Hinsdale Central.

Humans of Hinsdale Central Week 4: Staff Edition

Sydney Seda and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
November 8, 2017
The popular Facebook page Humans of New York has swept the web by storm for exposing the uniqueness of New Yorkers, thus inspiring the new Humans of Hinsdale Central.

Humans of Hinsdale Central Week 3: Teacher Edition

Sydney Seda and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
October 20, 2017
The popular Facebook page Humans of New York has swept the web by storm for exposing the uniqueness of New Yorkers, thus inspiring the new Humans of Hinsdale Central.

Humans of Hinsdale Central Week 2

Sydney Seda and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
September 28, 2017
The popular Facebook page Humans of New York has swept the web by storm for exposing the uniqueness of New Yorkers, thus inspiring the new Humans of Hinsdale Central.

Humans of Hinsdale Central Week 1

Sydney Seda and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
September 17, 2017
The moon covered 95 percent of the sun in Mount Auburn, Ill. during the solar eclipse on Aug. 21.

Entire school observes solar eclipse

Everett Eck, Sydney Seda, and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
August 22, 2017
The tailgate brings the incoming senior class together as a way to kick off the final year of high school. Last year the theme was Woodstock, but this year it will be USA.

Celebrate in style: Senior tailgate fashion guide

Holly Swasko, Sydney Seda, and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
May 23, 2017
Lollapalooza is scheduled for Aug. 3-6 in Grant Park, Chicago. It's the perfect opportunity to display your ideal festival style.

Festival trends and inspiration

Holly Swasko, Sydney Seda, and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
May 14, 2017
Graduation is a milestone in which seniors enjoy dressing up for.

Walk the stage in style: Graduation dress inspiration

Holly Swasko and Sydney Seda
April 27, 2017
Excluding Chicago, Protein Bar has locations in Colorado and Washington D.C.

Living the healthy life with Protein Bar

Sydney Seda and Sanya Sawlani, Editor-in-Chief
April 24, 2017

The District brings a new flavor to Oakbrook Center

Sydney Seda, Samia Douedari, Copy Editor, and Sanya Sawlani, Editor-in-Chief
April 18, 2017
Prom Prep: Stylish hairstyle ideas and salon advice

Prom Prep: Stylish hairstyle ideas and salon advice

Sydney Seda, Holly Swasko, Libby McCarthy, Editor-in-Chief, and Riley Kowalski, Editor-in-Chief
April 6, 2017
Catalogs and magazine subcriptions typically have online formats allowing you to keep up with the latest inspiration.

Top fashion websites to inspire your wardrobe

Sydney Seda, Holly Swasko, Libby McCarthy, Editor-in-Chief, and Sanya Sawlani, Editor-in-Chief
March 22, 2017
Oishi lives up to it’s Japanese meaning on 63rd street.

Roll with Oishi Sushi

Sydney Seda, Sanya Sawlani, Editor-in-Chief, and Libby McCarthy, Editor-in-Chief
March 20, 2017
Tomato Bar, in Willowbrook, adds a fresh of breath air to the 63rd/Kingery region because of it’s exquisite menu.

Tomato Bar adds an artsy aspect to Willowbrook

Sydney Seda, Sanya Sawlani, Editor-in-Chief, and Libby McCarthy, Editor-in-Chief
March 7, 2017
Sarah Vikaruddin, junior, enjoys a donut during her English class, like many students, because of their popularity in the cafeteria.

A guide to the best donut places around town

Sydney Seda, Sanya Sawlani, Editor-in-Chief, and Libby McCarthy, Editor-in-Chief
March 6, 2017
Students have two great choices between Taco Grill and Los Burritos Tapatios.

Taco Grill vs. Los Burritos Tapatios

Sydney Seda, Sanya Sawlani, Editor-in-Chief, and Libby McCarthy, Editor-in-Chief
February 28, 2017
Students Ben Griffith, senior, and Connor Bower, junior, choose khakis and colored pullovers for a spring outfit.

Spring 2017 fashion trends for men

Holly Swasko, Sydney Seda, Sanya Sawlani, Editor-in-Chief, and Libby McCarthy, Editor-in-Chief
February 21, 2017
The Hampton Social brings the best of the East Coast to the Windy City.

Coastal Craze: The Hampton Social

Sydney Seda, Sanya Sawlani, Editor-in-Chief, and Libby McCarthy, Editor-in-Chief
February 12, 2017
Ashbary Coffee House is a cute cafe on Archer Ave. that is ideal for anyone who wants a small bite to eat or a quiet place to work.

A taste of home: Ashbary Coffee House

Sydney Seda, Sanya Sawlani, Editor-in-Chief, and Libby McCarthy, Editor-in-Chief
February 6, 2017
Participants of Black History Month come together for the first meeting of the year in the teacher’s lounge.

A glimpse into Black History Month

Sydney Seda, Libby McCarthy, Editor-in-Chief, and Riley Kowalski, Editor-in-Chief
January 27, 2017
On April 30, 2016 central students posed with friends and family on the red carpet while dressed up.

Prom: the mayhem before the magic

Sydney Seda, Libby McCarthy, Editor-in-Chief, and Riley Kowalski, Editor-in-Chief
January 24, 2017

Hottest trends that went viral in 2016

Sydney Seda, Libby McCarthy, Editor-in-Chief, and Riley Kowalski, Editor-in-Chief
December 15, 2016
Paige Wilder, junior, closely looks at her shots at a football game.

Meet Paige Wilder

Sydney Seda, Libby McCarthy, Editor-in-Chief, Riley Kowalski, Editor-in-Chief, Sanya Sawlani, Editor-in-Chief, and
December 1, 2016
With the new Tech Support Internship, the Chromebooks will be the center of attention during the 2017-2018 school year.

Tech Support Internship course offered for the 2017-2018 school year

Sydney Seda, Riley Kowalski, Editor-in-Chief, and Libby McCarthy, Editor-in-Chief
November 20, 2016
One can find posters for the writing contest pinned up on boards around the school.

Tell your story, it’s better than ever

Sydney Seda, Riley Kowalski, Editor-in-Chief, and Libby McCarthy, Editor-in-Chief
November 13, 2016
Paige Rawl speaks to students and staff about the background of HIV and bullying.

Non-fiction author Paige Rawl visits to discuss her book “Positive”

Sydney Seda, Kunal Jobanputra, News Editor, and Riley Kowalski, Editor-in-Chief
November 7, 2016
Aerial shot of the new Apple laptop that has a special touch

Apple’s new groundbreaking Macbook Pro

Sydney Seda, Riley Kowalski, Editor-in-Chief, and Libby McCarthy, Editor-in-Chief
October 31, 2016
Students participate in hands on activities at the Wellness Fair this past Thursday, Oct. 20.

The Wellness Fair keeps the tradition going

Sydney Seda, Riley Kowalski, Editor-in-Chief, and Libby McCarthy, Editor-in-Chief
October 18, 2016
Writer and former student Tayyaba Syed visited on Oct. 12 as part of the Muslim Student Association's speaker series, and shared writing tips to the student audience.

Tayyaba Syed motivates students to express themselves

Sydney Seda, Riley Kowalski, Editor-in-Chief, and
October 14, 2016
With many college deadlines around the corner, seniors remember to also look for scholarships to offset tuition costs.

Preparing for life after high school

Sydney Seda, Riley Kowalski, Editor-in-Chief, and Libby McCarthy, Editor-in-Chief
October 14, 2016

Floating into the Homecoming parade

Sydney Seda, Kunal Jobanputra, News Editor, and Sanya Sawlani, Editor-in-Chief
September 29, 2016
Operation Snowball 2015 teen staff at the dance at last year's retreat.

Operation Snowball impacts high school communities

Sydney Seda, Riley Kowalski, Editor-in-Chief, and Libby McCarthy, Editor-in-Chief
September 28, 2016
Mr. Friebel, English teacher, interacts with his students at the beginning of the year in order to get to know new faces.

Give it up for the teachers

Sydney Seda, Riley Kowalski, Editor-in-Chief, and Libby McCarthy, Editor-in-Chief
September 7, 2016
The varsity poms team prepares for its first performance at the game on Friday, Aug. 26.

[Video] Class of 2017 looks ahead for what’s to come

Sydney Seda, Riley Kowalski, Editor in Chief, and Libby McCarthy, Editor-in-Chief
September 1, 2016
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