Matt Schmersal – Arlingtonian

Matt Schmersal, Staff Writer

Matt Schmersal is a junior at UAHS and staff writer for Arlingtonian. Matt began his journalism career as a sophomore when he took Journalism I and II, and now enjoys writing articles, staying in touch with the high school and Upper Arlington community, and hearing people’s diverse stories. Outside of journalism, Matt is a captain of the Cross Country team, runs Track, and plays clarinet for UA’s Marching and Symphonic bands.

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Bridging Away From Burnout

Exploring the importance of having alternate options in education to combat burnout.

Claire Dungan, Lila Maffett, Clara Meleski and Matt Schmersal
May 20, 2025

Gaining Goodies

The expansion of The Original Goodie Shop leads to many new delicious possibilities.

Matt Schmersal, Staff Writer
Mar 13, 2025

Computer Curriculum

A look into possible changes for the graduation requirements in the near future.

Matt Schmersal, Staff Writer
Feb 21, 2025

The Holiday House

The story behind UA’s most iconic holiday decorator.

Ari Goldhammer and Matt Schmersal
Dec 13, 2024

Standardized Significance

A look into the importance of standardized testing and its recent developments.

Ari Goldhammer and Matt Schmersal
Nov 8, 2024

Cast Your Vote

A look into why the Nov. 5 election is important to UAHS students and registered voters.

James DeLeone, Matt Schmersal and Clara Meleski
Oct 29, 2024

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