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The independent student media site of West Linn High School

wlhsNOW

The independent student media site of West Linn High School

wlhsNOW

Ji Hyun An

Ji Hyun An, Co-Editor-in-Chief

A curious Ji Hyun An, senior, had her eyes opened to a brand new world, the world of journalism, and it all began with her father.

“My dad was featured on the news a lot for his books and teachings on law,” An said. Seeing her father on the news exposed her to, and sparked her interest in journalism, however, her reason for becoming an editor is due to it’s importance in the modern era.

“Since the press is really becoming a stronger power in context of politics and therefore the laws of the US, it's become more and more important," An said. "And I want to be involved in that. Plus, it's so easy to take part in. There are so many ways." 

An has been a member of journalism all four years of high school.

“It’s been a bit of a roller coaster ride, but I'm still glad to be [in journalism] because we've been improving since the day I joined,” An said. She could definitely have a future in journalism, but isn’t positive if that’s what she wants to pursue.

“I am not really sure [what I want to do in the future]  But I am definitely planning on going to college,” An said.

In her free time, An likes to sing, but is often swamped with homework.

“There is always work to do. It never stops,” An said. Part of her workload outside of school comes from ISEF, which is an international science fair.  

“My ISEF project from last year and the year before was about proving how probiotics could decrease the risk for Coronary Heart disease," An said. "ISEF is my favorite extracurricular because I get to be directly part of something that is bigger than me and there is something really empowering about doing something like that." 

Along with ISEF, An also enjoys swimming. She started swimming her freshman year, and is on the varsity team. An has been influenced by many people through all of the activities she has participated in.

“I think everyone's worthy of being my role model. There are at least five things I could learn from any person,” An said.

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Ji Hyun An, Co-Editor-in-Chief
April 16, 2018

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"I just like helping people," Burnett said.

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February 10, 2018

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Beyond the Scene

Ji Hyun An, Co-editor-in-chief
January 29, 2018

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"The students joining in, that was my favorite part," Halverson said.

You’re under a rest

Ji Hyun An, Co-Editor-in-Chief
November 9, 2017

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Is the iPhone 8 really just an iPhone 7s?

Ji Hyun An, Co-Editor-in-Chief
October 9, 2017

Apple is back at it again with the new iPhones. What? iPhones? Plural? Yes, the multinational technology company released the highly anticipated iPhone 8 and 8 Plus and the iPhone X on its 10 anniversary,...

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Fad now? More like Fadd9

Ji Hyun An, Head Print Editor
May 19, 2017

Drawn to the “DIY aspect” of punk rock, Bryce Cumptson, junior and Rory Cheevers, sophomore, formed a band of the genre as sophomores in Jan. 2015. “It started out just me and Rory Cheevers,”...

The WLHSnow LIVE broadcast team sets up to film May Day. "We usually do this for May Day," Emily Martin, junior and WLHSnow LIVE editor-in-chief, said. "Throughout the gym, we have three main stations set up."

[Photo] Under the bleachers and through the wires

Ji Hyun An, Head Print Editor
May 2, 2017

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Like Hayao, like Goro

Ji Hyun An, Head Print Editor
May 3, 2017

Following your father’s footsteps is generally a hard task to do. But if your father is the most successful film-maker of the mecca of animation, Japan,--well, let’s just say it’s a lot harder. However,...

Fire breaks out in girls' locker room

Fire breaks out in girls’ locker room

Ji Hyun An, Head Print Manager
April 3, 2017

Firefighters in oxygen masks arrive near the girls' locker room this morning to address a fire. The fire started in one of the girls' lockers and began burning the items, like towels, in it. "The...

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It’s there for a reason: fasten your seatbelts

Ji Hyun An, Head Print Manager
March 13, 2017

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Thespians break a leg at Regionals

Ji Hyun An
February 13, 2017

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Finals only seem impossible until they are done

Ji Hyun An
February 1, 2017

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Is anybody listening?

Ji Hyun An
January 19, 2017

Imagine. You’re walking down the street, going home after a long day of school. Nothing could make this tiring and boring walk better than plugging in your earbuds and listening to your favorite song,...

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Stealing the show

Ji Hyun An, Head Print Editor
November 16, 2016

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Diversity among the elections

Ji Hyun An, Head Print Editor
November 9, 2016

Elections this year gave many possible firsts for the United States. One of them being the first LGBT governor being elected. Kate Brown, Democratic Ore. governor, became the first LGBT candidate to win...

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The sky’s the limit

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October 17, 2016

In the past, ASB has planned proms, dances and spirit weeks but this year, ASB intends to plan events that will focus on celebrating diversity and impacting the whole community. “I feel like ASB’s...

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“I was a little nervous when I did it the first time,” Lemetyinen said. “But it didn’t hurt.”

Students save lives through blood, sweat and tubes

Ji Hyun An, Head Print Editor
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