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Tommy Chang

Tommy Chang, Reporter

Tommy Chang is a reporter on the staff of the Puma Press. He is a freshman and is new to the staff this year. He loves to write news stories about the goings on at UPrep and how they affect the community. His favorite part of journalism is interviewing people and getting to share their views with others. Outside of journalism, he enjoys playing soccer and classical guitar.

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At a rigorous academic school like UPrep, extracurriculars can be daunting. Between homework and activities, the balance becomes difficult.

Culture of Challenge

By Tommy Chang and Kellan Lo-Birdsall
October 9, 2025
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The metal outside the Fine Arts Building was deformed in the fire that occurred on March 23. The fire started by the unknown person also damaged the wall and ceiling. “Unfortunate thing with fires, they can smolder and you never know where or when they’re going to be out,” Leroy Timblin, founder’s manager and stage craft teacher, said.

Fine Arts Building Set Ablaze

By Tommy Chang, Reporter
May 9, 2025
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Desmond Payne-Goldman(left) and Davis Glass-Hastings(right) commentate on the varsity game against Bush on April 25 for the University Prep Sports Network. Max Weinstein stands behind them to make sure that everything is going according to plan.

University Prep Sports Network

By Tommy Chang, Reporter
May 6, 2025
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Students from Kobe, Japan, visited from March 20 to March 29 as part of Global Link. “[UPrep] has a clean new building, the teachers are kind and students are kind,” Hiroto Kuma, a Japanese exchange student, said.

The Experience of a Lifetime

By Tommy Chang, Reporter
April 4, 2025
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Members of Latine Student Union (LSU) prepare for their Dancing with the Stars performance. However, the topic of the meetings has generally shifted to conversations about immigration according to LSU member Mica Wolf. “It didn’t feel like a pressing issue, even though it has always been something that affects people,” Wolf said.

Close to Home

By Tommy Chang and Carter Headstrom
March 6, 2025
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Ms. Wu stands in front of the main building and prepares to welcome students onto campus.

Catching Up with Ms. Wu

By Tommy Chang, Reporter
May 19, 2024
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University Prep students attend after-school ultimate Frisbee practice on Dahl Field.

Staff Work To Clean UPrep Entrance

By Tommy Chang, Reporter
April 2, 2024
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