Dr. Steakley announces she will be stepping down as Head of Upper School
10/31/2019
At the close of the 2019-20 school year, Dr. Steakley will be leaving St. Mary’s and Memphis to join Episcopal School of Baton Rouge as their new Head of School.
Photo courtesy of the St. Mary's website.
Seniors conclude final seasons as fall athletes
10/22/2019
Photo by Sarah Bratton
From big plays and wins over competitors to city-wide recognition to college commits, fall 2019 in Turkey Nation was one for the books. But for several of our student athletes, with the end of first quarter comes the close of their high school athletics chapter. In this edition, Tatler honors our fall sports seniors: all their victories, tough losses, and hearts left on the fields, courts, and trails.
Lily Cloud's film "We're Fine" to screen at Youth Film Fest
9/6/2019
By Ruby Liles
This weekend’s public screening and competition of short films created by Memphis-area students is set to bring together young people with an interest in the arts, specifically filmmaking.
Java Cabano
8/24/2019
A comprehensive review of Memphis’ coffee shop bathrooms.
The most liked egg on Instagram is problematic
1/23/2019
Watch out, Tofurkey nation. Just when you thought no one could possibly be offended, this shell-shocked vegan has some egg-streme views to egg-spress to those who liked the record holding egg. Written by Ruby Liles, not actually a vegan.
To Bosco or not to Bosco: that is the question
11/12/2018
A comprehensive review of SMES’ most controversial post-chapel snack: the Bosco stick.
“She murdered him”: Mac Miller, Ariana Grande, and the vilification of women in Hollywood
9/18/18
By Ruby Liles
In the wake of Mac Miller’s unexpected and tragic death earlier this month due to drug overdose, many have desperately been searching for someone to blame. The person they’ve decided on? Ariana Grande, Miller’s ex-girlfriend who is now engaged to SNL actor Pete Davidson. Here’s why this sets a dangerous precedent for the demonization of women in relationships.
Tribalism
9/7/2018
By Ruby Liles
Photo by Eesha Gudiseva
Tribalism: once you understand it, you won’t be able to stop noticing it.
State of Turk Nation with Ruby Liles
8/11/2018
Colorblind?
2/24/2018
By Ruby Liles
Recently, some people have called themselves "colorblind" in making claims that they don't see race. Ruby Liles discusses the intent behind these comments and the issues that come with claiming to be "colorblind."
Following: 2017
1/19/2017
By Ruby Liles
Tatler Opinions presents our guide to who you should add to your social media feed. Whether a politician, celebrity, activist, or some sort of combination of the three, these five people will likely to make your life more interesting in 2017.
What Now?
1/29/2017
By Ruby Liles
Inauguration weekend was full of historical moments and large crowds, with women's marches following the Inauguration of our 45th President in over 600 cities around the world. After the marches, many are wondering what exactly the marches accomplished and what happens now.
Not an Accident.
9/14/2016
By Ruby Liles
The Brock Turner rape story went viral on social media this summer, causing outrage across the country. What does it mean for future rape cases and where does this case stand within the whole context of rape culture?
Whitewashing
9/30/2016
By Ruby Liles
Producing live action movies of formerly animated stories has become Disney’s new project. They recently announced that they’ll be making a live action movie for Mulan-- but their casting preferences have drawn some controversy. Read more to hear what we have to say.
Votes Suppressed
11/8/2016
By Ruby Liles
As voter suppression is used as a tactic to sway elections, is your voice being suppressed? Chances are, if you’re a young woman, a young liberal, or African-American someone is trying to take away your vote. Tatler asks, how do states contribute to this issue, and what does it mean for the 2016 election?
Breaking the Language Barrier
11/18/2016
By Ruby Liles
America has the lowest number of multilingual persons in the world, meaning the majority of the American people speak only one language. In this piece, the reasons behind American monolingualism and the benefits of multilingualism are discussed.
