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The Tower

The Student News Site of The Bishop's School

The Tower

The Student News Site of The Bishop's School

The Tower

Melanie Yau

Melanie Yau, Online Editor

Melanie is a junior and Online Editor of The Tower. She’s been on staff for three years and this is her second year on the editorial team, having previously worked in graphics. She finds comfort in writing and loves the process of journalism, whether it’s meeting new people in the community or eating garlic knots during layout. She especially enjoys highlighting students, clubs, and events around campus. Alongside writing and journalism she loves dancing, art, listening to music (Laufey, Niki, Keshi, basically any kind of R&B), and dragging her sister to study with her at random cafés. If you see her around campus, feel free to say hi!

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To remove the temptation and distraction of AI, English teachers shifted to using exam.net, a timed writing application that prevents AI use, to conduct writing assessments.

A New Chapter of Writing

Melanie Yau, Online Editor
November 17, 2024
Eleanor Meyer (‘26) worked as a counselor for UCSD’s Knock Around Camp this past summer. She reflected, “Working as a camp counselor improved my communication skills since I had to work with people in college and high school while also ensuring the campers were safe and happy.”

Summer Blossoming

Melanie Yau, Online Editor
August 25, 2024
When searching for “Korean nails,” beautiful gel nails pop up. However, these images are often taken from Chinese apps — with Chinese watermarks still clearly visible. On the contrary, a Google search for “Chinese nails” results in bright red nails with Chinese flags and dragons painted on them. The “Korean nails” have no explicit reference to nationality.

A Skewed Perspective

Melanie Yau, Online Editor
May 9, 2024
Last year, keynote speaker Mr. Thompson opened the Regional Student Diversity Summit, and in his speech, inspired students to be courageous.

Highlighting The Unvoiced: DEIJ

Melanie Yau, Online Editor
April 18, 2024
The run through the tunnel is always a memorable part of Bish Bowl, with smoke and tons of screams from the crowd, this part of Bish Bowl marks the start to the homecoming game, and is always a rush of excitement for both the players and the people watching.

“Blackout”: Bish Bowl 2023

Melanie Yau, Online Editor
October 24, 2023
While summer school can be stressful because of the heavy load at times,  Bib-lit students Kailin Xuan (‘26) and Abigail Wei (‘26) find that working with friends always makes the work more enjoyable.

A Break Later or Now?

Melanie Yau, Online Editor
August 22, 2023
The winning performance from the 8th graders was an audience favorite. Students pulled out their phone flashlights, along with the performers, and waved them to the song “Diamonds” by Rihanna.

A Breath of Fresh Airband

Melanie Yau, Online Editor
April 14, 2023
Director of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Justice, Mr. Thompson's map in the DEIJ room is an impressive representation of the commutes of students from Bishop’s and shows where all Bishop’s students live with color-coded pins for grade-levels.

Beyond the Bubble

Melanie Yau, Online Editor
February 28, 2023
Dr. Tregar has been teaching for 15 years and loves being inside the classroom. Aside from teaching, she enjoys hanging out with her animals and cooking.

Next On Stage: Dr. Tregar

Melanie Yau, Online Editor
September 29, 2022
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