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Overcoming the Reading Slump

Overcoming the Reading Slump

Kendra W. May 27, 2023

Books have the unique ability to transport us to different worlds if we simply take the time to sit and read. They possess capabilities to entertain, inspire, and educate—yet, this hobby does require...

“Good Girl” versus “Bad Girl”

“Good Girl” versus “Bad Girl”

Alexandra K. April 26, 2023

Whether in action-packed franchises such as Indiana Jones, Spider-Man, and Mission Impossible, or in familiar love stories like Disney’s Cinderella, To All The Boys I’ve Loved Before, or Bridgerton,...

Here We Go Again!

Here We Go Again!

Brooke A. April 26, 2023

Retro. Vintage. Nostalgic. Have you ever noticed that trends seem to come back, swarming in as modern-day interpretations of what was once popular? Take the modern-day global obsession with all things...

Lovely Local Lyrics

Lovely Local Lyrics

Aliyah P. February 17, 2023

From secret crushes to devastating heartbreak to full-on relationships, love is the quintessential element of our lives. You may have frequently listened to songs in your native language to accompany the...

Greener Gift Giving

Greener Gift Giving

Kendra W. February 17, 2023

Were you given a red rose from your Valentine? Did you eat some of the chocolates packaged in a heart-shaped box? Or receive a Valentine’s Day Gram from a secret admirer? Whilst the holiday might have...

Greener City, Greener Home

Greener City, Greener Home

Brooke A. , Writer February 17, 2023

It is no secret that cities majorly contribute to the world’s pollution and waste production. Jakarta produced an annual average air quality of 110 PM, compared to small towns in Finland which posed...

The Linguistics of Love

The Linguistics of Love

Alexandra K. February 17, 2023

Love comes in many forms. Sometimes it’s obvious, while sometimes it slips right under your nose. And that’s perfectly natural! We all have a love language: a medium we prefer to give and receive affection....

Pressured to Pucker

Pressured to Pucker

Brooke A. December 13, 2022

Christmas. The most wonderful time of the year. Snow caps the tree tops, and the smell of cookies, and age old tradition fill your home. Traditons like lighting the christmas tree,  watching movies, and...

A Slice of Life to Warm Your Heart

A Slice of Life to Warm Your Heart

Alexandra K. December 13, 2022

Sometimes high school isn’t as fun as we’d like. At times like this, the  best thing to do is coop up in a blanket and watch some slice of life! For those who are unfamiliar with this genre of anime,...

Meaning Behind the Screen

Meaning Behind the Screen

Alexandra K. October 14, 2022

Anime is a broad, capable medium that navigates different genres and ideas in ways that traditional live actions films may not. That is why anime is such a popular form of entertainment today. But just...

Falling for Fall

Falling for Fall

Brooke A. October 14, 2022

When asked to describe fall in a few words, JIS students said, “The warm colors of the falling leaves,” and “the bright colors of Diwali,” while others acclaimed it to be “that awkward...

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