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Sydney Chan

Sydney Chan, Editor-in-Chief

Sydney Chan is an Editor-in-Chief for The Tower dedicated to discovering unique stories and bringing them to life through her pieces. She especially loves writing op-eds and publishing food reviews through her column, "Sydney's Suggestions." From dining at a great sushi restaurant, to watching her beloved Chicago Cubs play, to competing in Speech and Debate tournaments and Model UN conferences, to blasting 2Pac and SZA in the car, she's passionate about experiencing life to the fullest and aspires to lead The Tower with a similar aura, alongside the support of the publication's amazing team. Sydney is looking forward to another great year with The Tower and can't wait to share more beautiful pieces with the community.

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An important part of GEI’s cultural celebrations includes integrating the festivities in multiple areas on campus. During the 2023 Diwali Celebration, the chapel was decorated beautifully with flower garlands, candles, and portraits of the Hindu deities.

GEI: Practicing Cultural Diversity

Sydney Chan, Editor-in-Chief
March 6, 2024
On November 15, Chinese President Xi Jinping hinted that China will send new pandas to the U.S. He didn’t share extensive details, but it is likely that the new bears will be coming to California –– San Diego in particular. It’s time to pull out your panda merch.

Panda-monium: The End of Panda Diplomacy?

Sydney Chan, Editor-in-Chief
November 28, 2023
Recent alum Kosi Eguchi (‘23) (pictured second to the right, alongside Nao Nadahara (‘23), James Stutts (‘23), and Natasha Mar (‘23)) didn’t end up applying ED to any school, but he did apply EA to a few institutions. “They offered me a good balance of being able to [choose] what school I felt was best for me and [still] having the early security of knowing I got into a college,” he said.

Decisions, Decisions

Sydney Chan, Editor-in-Chief
November 27, 2023
Natalie Marvin’s (‘25) favorite lacrosse memory was winning the CIF Division I Championship last year. “It was the most surreal experience to win that game, knowing how hard we had worked all season to prepare. Lacrosse gave us the ability to experience such an amazing win and it has made my time at Bishops so special with all the amazing coaches, like Coach Carr, and teammates,” Natalie said. She’s looking forward to having her love for the sport be furthered as lacrosse grows in international popularity.

Five Sports Added to the 2028 Olympics

Sydney Chan, Editor-in-Chief
October 26, 2023
Pictured is the inside of the kanmiyagura used at Greenwell Farms. A traditional Japanese method of drying coffee, this roof on the shack is especially helpful when rain hits the island, ensuring that the drying of the beans can continue undisturbed.

Better Beans for Your Buck

Sydney Chan, Editor-in-Chief
August 22, 2023
This is one of my favorite hearty breakfasts: a piece of toast topped with a fried egg, pickled onions, and avocado. There are a ton of variations you can do on this breakfast for the perfect carb-and-protein-packed meal before you go to kill that AP!

AP Weeks: Do’s and Don’ts

Sydney Chan, Editor-in-Chief
April 25, 2023
The World Baseball Classic was founded in 2006 
with the goals of expanding baseball across the globe. The next World Baseball Classic is scheduled for 2026.

Play Ball!

Sydney Chan, Editor-in-Chief
March 23, 2023
Field hockey player Lily Gover (‘24) wears her lucky Union Jack HocSocx (under-shin guard covers) beneath her socks in every game, a superstition she’s maintained for three high school seasons.

Sporting Superstitions

Sydney Chan, Editor-in-Chief
February 28, 2023
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes had much to celebrate that night: the team’s big win and his second NFL MVP nomination.

A Super Bowl for the History Books

Sydney Chan, Editor-in-Chief
February 23, 2023
Some students participated in the dragon dance during both middle and upper school lunch. Holding long, wooden poles on various parts of the dragon’s body, the students could make the dragon look like it was dancing by swaying in different directions.

Hopping into the New Year

Sydney Chan, Editor-in-Chief
January 27, 2023
The pieces of mango and smooth texture of the mango smoothie from Happy Lemon make it, quite literally, happiness in a cup. Pictured beside the smoothie is a strawberry black tea with lychee jelly and boba, another great choice.

Sydney’s Suggestions: Boba in San Diego

Sydney Chan, Editor-in-Chief
December 21, 2022
In 2016, the Collins English Dictionary selected “snowflake generation” to be one of its words of the year, categorizing “the young adults of the 2010s as being less resilient and more prone to taking offence than previous generations.” Now, a little less than a decade later, this phrase is still relevant in our current society.

Snowflakes

Sydney Chan, Editor-in-Chief
December 21, 2022
Bishop’s seems to begin their holiday season with the annual and beloved Christmas Tree Lighting Celebration. On Thursday, December 1st, food tents lined the terrace, serving delicious eats from kettle corn to pizza; and more tents lined the quad, distributing baked goods.

Happy Holidays!

Sydney Chan, Editor-in-Chief
December 13, 2022
The thick noodles, thinly sliced beef, and tons of onions and chili oil at Pho La Jolla make for a savory dish that warms you up in seconds.

Sydney’s Suggestions: Soup in San Diego

Sydney Chan, Editor-in-Chief
November 17, 2022
No matter the cuisine, students enjoy spending time with each other during the school day over a meal. Juniors (pictured from left to write) Kylie Larson, Bella Gallus, and Lily Gover smile over plates of enchiladas and Spanish rice.

Food for Thought…

Sydney Chan, Editor-in-Chief
October 28, 2022
As the juniors took the bus ride back to San Diego, the plumes of smoke from the wildfire approached closer than before.

[Photo] Retreating

Joyce Wu, Staff Writer
September 22, 2022
Seventh graders Davide Berti, Tom Adelizzi, and James Lila are eager to start the year as official Knights. “I’m [ready] for a new adventure!” Tom shared.

New Knights on the Quad!

Sydney Chan, Editor-in-Chief
August 29, 2022
The NIL is taking sports headlines by storm. From upcoming recruitments to talented students expected to make it to the big leagues, everything is changing in the world of college athletics.

The NIL: Name, Image, and Likeness

Sydney Chan, Editor-in-Chief
August 20, 2022
Saxophone players Steven Yin (24) (left) and Connor Schneider (22) (right), drummer Giacomo Berti (24), vocalist/pianist Sashi Chuckravanen (25), and mentor and bass player Mr. Robert Anderson played some snappy tunes at The Conrad.

Crescendo at The Conrad

Sydney Chan, Editor-in-Chief
May 26, 2022
In the finale of the production, the performers waved to the audience in a final goodbye. Pictured are members of the Bishop’s Singers, Bel Canto, additional Guest Artists, and sixth grader Bodhi Landin.

Iceberg Ahead!

Sydney Chan, Editor-in-Chief
May 26, 2022
LShana Habaah BYerushalayim, as shown on the projector, means Next Year in Jerusalem. Families around the world end their seder with this prayer.

Matzah, Morar, and Memories

Sydney Chan, Editor-in-Chief
April 21, 2022
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