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The Westwind

The student news site of Arvada West High School

The Westwind

The student news site of Arvada West High School

The Westwind

Riley Swanson

Riley Swanson, Editor in Chief

Riley Swanson is a senior this year at A-West. This is his fourth year participating in journalism. His favorite type of journalism is sports journalism, specifically ESPN. When he is not at school he spends time with friends and family. Riley also likes to go camping with his family. Following basketball, Riley’s favorite sports team is the Denver Nuggets. Riley is currently playing varsity tennis for the school.



All content by Riley Swanson
Recent Snow storms are testing out just how well high school students' skills are at snow-driving. This begs the question, did they have enough practice to be prepared? Photo by Liptovsky Mikulas courtesy of Unsplash.

Learning to drive in the Snow

Riley Swanson, News Editor
January 20, 2022
Sports are a huge part of society and now taking over a majority of funding. Taken By: Riley Swanson

We give sports too much power

Riley Swanson, Op Ed Editor
October 14, 2021
The new Tesla cars may be able to save the planet while also appealing to youth buyers. Photo courtesy of Robin Van Geenen from Unsplash.

Tesla could save the world

Riley Swanson, News Editor
February 13, 2021
Online learning will bring steep troubles but with perseverance, it is possible to conquer remote learning. Photo by Juan Miguel Luz.

Online school and mental health

Riley Swanson, News Editor
January 14, 2021
Mensur Hadzic Feature

Mensur Hadzic Feature

Riley Swanson, Reporter
May 17, 2020
STEAM Club Review

STEAM Club Review

Riley Swanson, Reporter
May 17, 2020
Photo taken by Riley Swanson

Food Drive Story

Riley Swanson, Reporter
May 17, 2020
A-West lunch lines lag

A-West lunch lines lag

Riley Swanson, Reporter
November 11, 2019
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