The Japanese capital won the bid for the 2020 games.
Author: Jay Choi
Jay Choi is a junior at Beckman High and a new editor for the Spring Semester. An avid musician, he enjoys playing the clarinet and saxophone and listening to all types of music. He spends his free time hanging out with his friends and playing improvised jazz solos. He hopes to make a positive contribution to JSR and looks forward to the semester.
Affleck Lands Bat Role
Fans are skeptical of Ben Affleck as Batman.
Torture Film Opens Eyes
A new film from Jung Jiyoung highlights abuses under military rule.
Local Student Races and Wins
Beckman High student Brandon Cho has a passion for RC racing.
Key Club Empowers Members
The Key Club’s OTC was a resounding success.
Dino Dash: A Dynamic Success
TPSF’s main fundraiser for public education, the Dino Dash, did not fail to bring community, people, and organizations together.
KCON ’12: Bringing Enjoyment to “Hallyu” Fans
A typical October Saturday, a swarm of people crowded around the Verizon Amphitheater in Irvine to attend KCON, a convention and concert celebrating and spreading the fame of Kpop, (or Korean pop) music. The 11-and-a-half hour event had many guests that were famous for their Kpop music, or lent their support to the prominent genre….
‘Things Fall Apart’: Introducing African Literature to the Mainstream
Things Fall Apart by Chinua Achebe is a powerful example of African literature that simultaneously traces two intertwining stories concerning the clash of conflicting ideologies.
Stanford’s Simulated College Experience
Stanford’s summer program, EPGY, gives high school students an opportunity to experience college life.
Distressed Professor Turns to Violence
UCI Professor makes headlines for violent emails outlining an attack on the high school his son attended before committing suicide.