About Shelby DeVolder

Shelby is a junior at Lick and writer for the features and politics sections for the Paper Tiger. She has been writing since the tender age of 8 when she crafted an enthralling essay entitled "Why Everyone Should Be Bald" (which she received and A on by the way). In her free time she enjoys drinking coffee and watching any and all videos of John Oliver, and at Lick, prides herself on being an actress, track star, and most importantly, a Math Buddy. We all know that you can't have Lick-Wilmerding without the Hyphen so enjoy!

Hamilton: An American Musical

Posted on May 27, 2016 by Shelby DeVolder

If you haven’t heard of Broadway’s latest phenomenon, Hamilton: An American Musical, you’re probably living under a rock. Hamilton, a rap-musical chronicling the life of founding father Alexander Hamilton, premiered on Broadway last year. Written, composed, and starred in by … Read More

Dean of Adult Equity and Inclusion: Tamisha Williams

Posted on May 17, 2016 by Shelby DeVolder

Next school year, in the fall of 2016, Lick-Wilmerding will welcome Tamisha Williams as the Dean of Adult Equity and Inclusion. Williams will look closely at the recruitment and retention of staff of color, as well as working to ensure … Read More

A Changing San Francisco Pride

Posted on December 10, 2015 by Shelby DeVolder

On Sunday June 26, 2015, over 1.8 million people, which is more than double the city’s population, flooded through the streets of San Francisco, radiating color, and most importantly—pride. LGBT activists marched proudly down Market in vibrant unity as the … Read More