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San Jose State University Campus in 2013. Photo Credit: Pixabay
Why ISSH students should consider college in the USA
The University of Cambridge Campus building, UK Image credit: Pixabay
Why ISSH graduates should consider universities in the UK
Sludge content is multitasking squeezed onto a screen – except you don’t have to do anything but watch. With split screens incorporating “distraction” clips to be played simultaneously next to the original video, bursting with stimulating gameplay, slime videos, and nail art, viewers are prompted to stay and watch.
Can you read this in one go?
In an all girls’ school women are empowered to take up STEM courses
The transition from an all-girls’ school to a co-ed university
Heso Production’s “sontaku” red-steamed bun that gained widespread popularity in 2017. Image Credit: Heso Production
Redefining sontaku (忖度)
Can anyone connect with this many people? Abdul Rahman, Flickr CC by 2.0
How numbers are hindering global empathy
Racial minorities face inequalities in education while students continue to be pawns in the game of designing the perfect diverse freshman class. Image Credit: Pixabay
College Board: This data (and much more) is now available
Does the convergence of beauty standards embrace diversity, or does it perpetuate age-old stereotypes and ideals? (Image Credit: Marcelo Moreira)
Are the blurred lines of beauty embracing or perpetuating stereotypes?
An October 21, 2023 protest in Germany calling for a ceasefire and Palestinian liberation.
I live in constant fear I will lose my family
Media lacked multi-dimensional queer characters, representing to ‘check diversity boxes’ Photo by James A. Molnar on Unsplash
Have we moved past the gay best friend?
Media lacked multi-dimensional queer characters, representing to ‘check diversity boxes’ Photo by James A. Molnar on Unsplash
Have we moved past the gay best friend?
“A Beautiful Mind” tells the story of John Nash, a mathematician who suffered from schizophrenia. Despite receiving some criticism, it is seen as one of the films with a more accurate representation of individuals with schizophrenia. Image credit: imbd.com
Films affect how society perceives individuals living with schizophrenia
Laurel Hubbard competing in the Tokyo 2020 Olympics.
The International Olympics Committee (IOC) should stand by LGBTQ+athletes
Simone Biles competing in the Women’s Balance Beam in Tokyo 2020 Olympics.
What the 2020 Olympics taught us about the impact that mental health can have on athletes
Echo-chambers of online activism are drowning out voices
Echo-chambers of online activism are drowning out voices
What makes Sofia Coppola so appealing to women around the world is that, simply, she makes them feel seen. Image credit: Alamy Stock Photo
Behind Sofia Coppola’s feminine lens
Jeremy Allen White and Ayo Edebiri in the series The Bear. Image credit: Chuck Hodes, FXP
‘The Bear’: The importance of love in an unforgiving kitchen
Olivia Rodrigos second studio album, GUTS. (Image credit: Geffen)
‘GUTS’: A step-by-step guide to the mind of a modern teenager
Theatrical release poster for 君たちはどう生きるか (How Do You Live?) (Image credit: Studio Ghibli)
‘How Do You Live’: A torrential masterpiece
Lana Del Reys ninth studio album Did You Know That Theres a Tunnel Under Ocean Blvd. Image credit: Interscope
Lana Del Rey: A deeper dive into the tunnel under Ocean Blvd
One day left: what would you do?
One day left: what would you do?
‘The Tattooist of Auschwitz’: an unforgettable story of a Holocaust survivor
‘The Tattooist of Auschwitz’: an unforgettable story of a Holocaust survivor
‘Dear Martin’: a necessary and relevant story about racism in America
‘Dear Martin’: a necessary and relevant story about racism in America
Jandy Nelsons Ill Give You the Sun
Jandy Nelson’s ‘I’ll Give You the Sun’
Harvey Weinstein being escorted out of the courtroom after the jury found him guilty of rape and sexual assault on February, 24, 2020.
Harvey Weinstein: a dark truth behind a powerful man
Watatta Hanten: Perfect imperfection
Watatta Hanten: Perfect imperfection
Chinese Cafe 8: a nostalgic encounter with authentic Chinese food in Tokyo
Chinese Cafe 8: a nostalgic encounter with authentic Chinese food in Tokyo
From trend to neglect
From trend to neglect
Got some change? Spend your spare coins in these affordable 100 yen shops!
Got some change? Spend your spare coins in these affordable 100 yen shops!
Image credit: Juho K
The greenwashing crisis
Watatta Hanten: Perfect imperfection
Watatta Hanten: Perfect imperfection
Chinese Cafe 8: a nostalgic encounter with authentic Chinese food in Tokyo
Chinese Cafe 8: a nostalgic encounter with authentic Chinese food in Tokyo
Circular economy is a way to recreate the supply chain and create a sustainable economy.
elab promotes sustainability through “the power of food”
Photo credit: Prasha S.
Coffee beyond Starbucks
Restaurants and cafes worth visiting in Tokyo
Restaurants and cafes worth visiting in Tokyo
Sacred Heart bicycle racks. (Image by Allysha Y.)
Our environmental impact during the pandemic
Students participating in the UN Virtual Tour.
Hits and Misses: Adaptations
Harry Styles performs “Watermelon Sugar” at the Tiny Desk Studio on February 25th, 2020.
Hits and Misses: staying home
Lili M. (11) is making the most of learning from home during the extended closure.
E-learning Hits and Misses
Winter Hits and Misses
Winter Hits and Misses
Nana Pearson on the beach at La Jolla, CA, 2017.
Thank you, Nana
Sister Wachter
Sister Wachter
Headmistress Hayes
Headmistress Hayes
Mr. Millam
Mr. Millam
Dr. Millam
Dr. Millam
Trust your instinct!- Elena K.
“Trust your instinct!- Elena K.
Dont Stress too much - Eri I. (23)
“Don’t Stress too much” – Eri I. (’23)
Realize the little things - Mikaela O. (23)
“Realize the little things” – Mikaela O. (’23)
Surround yourself with people who inspire you- Payton O. (23)
“Surround yourself with people who inspire you”- Payton O. (’23)
Talk to your upperclassmen- Prathika R. (23)
“Talk to your upperclassmen”- Prathika R. (’23)

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Joanna

Joanna, Editor

Joanna is half Australian and half Chinese but she was born and raised in Tokyo, Japan. She is currently a senior at ISSH, and plays on the varsity tennis team. Joanna has been on the Journalism team since her sophomore year, and is currently the editor of the Sports and Lifestyle sections. She frequently reviews sweets shops around Tokyo. She loves to spend her free time reading crime novels, binge watching TV shows, and hanging out with friends.

All content by Joanna
The Journey Starts Now—where is the Class of 2015 off to?

The Journey Starts Now—where is the Class of 2015 off to?

Joanna, Editor
May 28, 2015
May Hits and Misses

May Hits and Misses

Bernice, Joanna, Reshma, and Haruka
May 14, 2015
ISSH delegates in the Kanto Model United Nations

Model United Nations: not for the faint hearted

Joanna and Mina
April 30, 2015
Too horrifying to be true, too horrifying to question

Too horrifying to be true, too horrifying to question

Joanna, Editor
April 30, 2015
The International was awarded the SNO Site Excellence Badge.

The International wins SNO badges

Joanna, Editor
April 30, 2015
Into the Woods by director Rob Marshall

Spring Hits and Misses

Joanna, Darya, Mina, and Tamanna
April 23, 2015
Working as an assistant at EFL Summer Program is a great way to bond with co-workers and teachers.

Why should you work for the EFL summer program?

Joanna, Editor
March 5, 2015
February Hits & Misses

February Hits & Misses

Joanna, Tamanna, Moeka, and
March 3, 2015
Junko Sazaki talked a lot about the importance of girls education in developing nations.

Interview with UNFPA director Junko Sazaki

Joanna, Editor
February 24, 2015
Did you know that teenagers nowadays spend an average of 7 hours on the internet.

Debate: are computers beneficial to education?

Joanna and Bernice
February 5, 2015
Alumna update: Yuri Kawashima (11)

Alumna update: Yuri Kawashima (’11)

Joanna, Editor
January 29, 2015
The awkward moment

The awkward moment

Joanna, Editor
January 29, 2015
What book should you read next?

What book should you read next?

Joanna, Editor
January 22, 2015
Oscar Movies: Worth the Hype?

Oscar Movies: Worth the Hype?

Joanna, Editor
January 22, 2015
Interview with Author Leza Lowitz

Interview with Author Leza Lowitz

Joanna, Editor
December 20, 2014
Movies To Watch Over Winter Break

Movies To Watch Over Winter Break

Joanna and Edited by Sarah Reynolds
December 18, 2014
The Midtown lights show runs from 17:00 to 23:00 every night.

Tokyo Illumination Guide

Joanna, Editor
December 4, 2014
November Hits and Misses

November Hits and Misses

Joanna and Bernice
November 27, 2014
Julien Blanc teaches men violent and sexist pick up techniques.

ISSH Fights Back Against Sexist Pick Up Artist

Joanna, Editor
November 20, 2014
Milk Cow: Soft Cream in Hiroo

Milk Cow: Soft Cream in Hiroo

Joanna, Editor
November 17, 2014
The Little Pie Factory is located right across the street from National Azabu Supermarket.

Little Pie Factory Disappoints

Joanna, Editor
November 17, 2014

Symbas Merchandise Sale!

Joanna
November 6, 2014
The Varsity Tennis team had an enjoyable time at the beach in Chinba the day before the Kanto Tournament.

A Rainy Season and A New Family

Joanna and Olga
October 30, 2014
Ebola: What We Need to Know

Ebola: What We Need to Know

Joanna, Editor
October 25, 2014
The Chinese Language Immersion group poses at the Bund in Shanghai.

Want to Learn Chinese Next Summer?

Joanna
October 2, 2014
20th Century Fox

Movies You Must Watch This Fall

Joanna, Editor
September 18, 2014
Source: Goodreads

You Must Read This: Dennis Lehane’s “Mystic River”

Joanna, Editor
September 11, 2014
Tigers at the Tiger Temple in Thailand spend most of their day changed to the ground. Source: Wikipedia via CC

Doing Your Part In Tiger Conservation

Joanna, Editor
September 10, 2014
Mr. Modi spoke about womens issues at the University of the Sacred Heart.

Indian Prime Minister Visits Sacred Heart

Joanna, Editor
September 4, 2014
Mai moved to ISSH from Kansas.

New Senior at ISSH

Joanna, Editor
September 4, 2014
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