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Mr. Griffin joins OA as new assistant principal
Mr. Griffin joins OA as new assistant principal
September 24, 2025
Welcoming Oxford’s newest teachers to campus
Welcoming Oxford’s newest teachers to campus
September 24, 2025
Nine Oxford students named National Merit Semifinalists
Nine Oxford students named National Merit Semifinalists
September 24, 2025
TARDY SLIP: Upon walking in, tardy students scan in and are assigned an automatic detention at Oxford's attendance office.
Oxford’s new policy automates detentions for tardy students
September 24, 2025
APPLYING SMARTER: Mrs. Casanova, using insight from UC conferences, presents a lesson on maximizing the impact of one’s UC Personal Insight Questions to her AVID Senior Seminar class. (Photo by Tam-Ai Van)
New AVID class sets Oxford Academy seniors up for success
September 24, 2025
Fundraising Feud: AUHSD organizations are banned from selling World's Finest Chocolate for fundraising.
AUHSD halts World’s Finest Chocolate fundraisers
September 24, 2025
BLANKET BAN: Students feel overwhelmed by the implementation of the new phone policy.
Oxford’s phone ban leaves student needs unseen
September 24, 2025
CENSORING TRUTH: Trump administration denies funding to "liberal channels" NPR and PBS.
Trump pulls the plug on public broadcasting
September 24, 2025
The “Performative Men” panic minimizes progressiveness
The “Performative Men” panic minimizes progressiveness
September 24, 2025
IMPROPER ALLOCATION: Funds for the raid, but not for first aid.
Why is deportation adored while healthcare’s ignored?
September 24, 2025
Academic institutions must prioritize student agency over funds
Academic institutions must prioritize student agency over funds
May 13, 2025
The toxic summer “grindset” has obliterated the meaning of break for students
The toxic summer “grindset” has obliterated the meaning of break for students
May 13, 2025
OXFORD GOES GLOBAL: International exchange students Esther Li, Leo Zhang, and Tony Hoang cross cultures and build connection.
OA’s international students foster global connection
September 24, 2025
LAST FIRST ISSUE: Gamut seniors discuss their favorite memories and aspects of The Gamut, celebrating the start of their fourth year on staff (Collage by: Aarya Halankar)
Student speaks: Gamut seniors reflect last three years on staff
September 24, 2025
COUNTING DOWN: From spirit days and sports games to graduation movie marathons and playlists, create a senior bucket list to squeeze the most out of these final months!
Check off your senior year with a bucket list
September 24, 2025
EXPLORING OPPORTUNITIES: Diya Luthra (12), Sora Suzuki (12), Muqadas Omid (10), and Salena Adhikari (12, not pictured) participated in career immersion experiences this summer.
Oxford Academy students explore career opportunities over the summer
September 24, 2025
Senior Features: Gamut graduates!
Senior Features: Gamut graduates!
May 13, 2025
Poke Picks: The Gamut explores the best poke joints in Orange County to satisfy your summer cravings for a fresh, flavorful bowl to enjoy under the sun.
Savor the summer with Orange County’s best poke picks
May 13, 2025
GOOD OLD-FASHIONED FUN: Sabrina Carpenter continues taking the world by storm with equal parts bitterness, cheeky pessimism, and brazen self-assurance in the searing "Man's Best Friend." (Collage by Natalie Akins)
“Man’s Best Friend” sizzles in technicolor tears
September 24, 2025
Mixtape: Soundtrack to September
Mixtape: Soundtrack to September
September 24, 2025
TEAMWORK MAKES THE DREAMWORK: Zenitsu, Tanjiro, Shinobu, and Giyuu pose proudly after gaining massive character development.
“Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle” redefines anime cinema
September 24, 2025
SILENCING VOICES, PROMOTING PREDATORS: A child is bombarded with messages from strangers while Roblox silences YouTuber Schlep.
Roblox’s “Schlep ban” exposes a child protection problem
September 24, 2025
Steadfast Savants: These four musicians have earned valuable recognition for their dedication to mastering their instruments and giving polished performances.
OC Artist of the Year nominees celebrate their craft
May 13, 2025
Under Threat: Amidst a decline in sales, cinemas have turned to unorthodox methods to win back audiences, undermining the real value of the moviegoing experience as a result.
Movie theaters face an uncertain future amid audience decline
May 13, 2025
FULL SWING: Intramural athlete from the 24-25 season, freshman Camelot Tran hits a home run in an intramural softball game in last year’s game against Lexington. (Photo by: Camelot Tran)
Intramural sport’s schedule restructured for the 25-26 school year
September 24, 2025
VOLLEYBALL STAR: Serena Mai serves the volleyball in an Oxford Academy homegame on September 15.
Growing into the freshman jersey
September 24, 2025
Photos by Tyler Nguyen, Collage by Audrey Lee
Through the lens: Oxford’s student sports photographers showcase their skills out in the field
September 24, 2025
Junior high athletes reflect on final intramurals before high school
May 13, 2025
NEW COMPETITION: CIF releaguing may change Oxford Academy opponents
CIF releaguing reshapes Oxford sports
May 13, 2025
Champion Trio: Aaron Castellanos (12), Gabriel Chaparro (12), and Carlos Miranda (12) end their senior year on a high note, clinching a well-deserved win as champions of the 2025 Senate 3v3 games.
Annual 3v3 games add volleyball, soccer alongside basketball for triple the fun
May 13, 2025
The Unicorn Podcast S02E02: Senior Features - Gamut Seniors
The Unicorn Podcast S02E02: Senior Features – Gamut Seniors
October 10, 2025
PHOTOSHOOT: Seniors capturing memories in front of the decorated backdrop.
Students celebrate culture at Garba Night extravaganza
October 10, 2025
ASK THE GAMUT #1: Navigating Clubs and Classes
The Unicorn Podcast S02E01: Ask the Gamut #1 – Navigating Clubs and Classes
September 29, 2025
Varsity swimmer Sawyer Le (10) surges ahead during the 100 meter butterfly against Whitney High School on March 20.
Swim: Scenes from a Season
March 21, 2025
International Week Runway Fashionistas
International Week Runway Fashionistas
March 7, 2025
THE STUDENTS' VOICE: AUHSD Student Board Representative Erin Baek presents the student report at the March 6 board meeting.
Board of Trustees meeting – March 6, 2025
March 6, 2025
PHOTOSHOOT: Seniors capturing memories in front of the decorated backdrop.
Students celebrate culture at Garba Night extravaganza
October 10, 2025
Varsity swimmer Sawyer Le (10) surges ahead during the 100 meter butterfly against Whitney High School on March 20.
Swim: Scenes from a Season
March 21, 2025
International Week Runway Fashionistas
International Week Runway Fashionistas
March 7, 2025
THE STUDENTS' VOICE: AUHSD Student Board Representative Erin Baek presents the student report at the March 6 board meeting.
Board of Trustees meeting – March 6, 2025
March 6, 2025
Halloween at Oxford
Halloween at Oxford
November 1, 2024
Students enjoy "A Night of Floating Lights" at Fall Ball
Students enjoy “A Night of Floating Lights” at Fall Ball
October 30, 2024
The Unicorn Podcast S02E02: Senior Features - Gamut Seniors
The Unicorn Podcast S02E02: Senior Features – Gamut Seniors
October 10, 2025
ASK THE GAMUT #1: Navigating Clubs and Classes
The Unicorn Podcast S02E01: Ask the Gamut #1 – Navigating Clubs and Classes
September 29, 2025
Girls Golf Captain senior Melody Oh is the 605 League CIF Girls Golf Champion.
The Unicorn Podcast S01E02: Melody Oh
November 21, 2024
Senior Cameron Oates discusses his musical journey and future plans with Gamut staffer Kenzie Laing.
The Unicorn Podcast S01E01: Cameron Oates
October 30, 2024
AUHSD Layoffs, ep. 2: Educators Speak
March 18, 2024
AUHSD Layoffs, ep. 1: Responses at the District
March 18, 2024
September 2025 Comics
September 2025 Comics
September 24, 2025
The “Performative Men” panic minimizes progressiveness
The “Performative Men” panic minimizes progressiveness
September 24, 2025
Photo by Sydnee Cho & Rachel Yoon
May 2025 Cover
May 13, 2025
May 2025 Centerspread
May 2025 Centerspread
May 13, 2025
May 2025 Comics
May 2025 Comics
May 13, 2025
November 2024 Centerspread
November 21, 2024
The “Performative Men” panic minimizes progressiveness
The “Performative Men” panic minimizes progressiveness
September 24, 2025
May 2025 Centerspread
May 2025 Centerspread
May 13, 2025
November 2024 Centerspread
November 21, 2024
October 2024 Centerspread
October 2024 Centerspread
October 30, 2024
September 2024 Centerspread
September 2024 Centerspread
September 25, 2024
September 2025 Comics
September 2025 Comics
September 24, 2025
May 2025 Comics
May 2025 Comics
May 13, 2025
October 2024 Comics
October 2024 Comics
October 30, 2024
September 2024 Comics
September 2024 Comics
September 26, 2024
May 2024 Comics
May 2024 Comics
May 7, 2024
Photo by Her Jett
April 2024 Comics
April 1, 2024
Photo collage by her daughter
Students form support group after being exposed by @oabadparking
April 1, 2024
Photo by Chief Keef Adlib
World implodes: Matcha lattes are no more
April 1, 2024
Photo by sapphic white boy
April 2024 Cover
April 1, 2024
PDA at OA homecoming sparks new mono variant
PDA at OA homecoming sparks new mono variant
April 1, 2024
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April 2024 Centerfold
April 1, 2024
Photo by Big Ear Tutu
Oxford Academy students are blacklisted from The Source
April 1, 2024

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Successful Match: Serena Williams celebrates her triumph over Estonia's Anett Kontaveit in the second round of the U.S. Open on Aug. 31, 2022

Serena Williams: Promoting Resistance

Miriam Santos, Staff Writer • September 29, 2022

Successful Match: Serena Williams celebrates her triumph over Estonia's Anett Kontaveit in the second round of the U.S. Open on Aug. 31, 2022

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