Retiring Writer: Nick Pinder
I’m sad to announce that this month marks Nick Pinder’s final article as a writer for GMA. Nick will be finishing his time on the JET Program this month, so be sure to say goodbye while you still can!
Nick starting writing his column on Japanese music, Extended Play, in November of 2017. Take a look at his column in the archives whenever you need a new Japanese artist to listen to!
Columns
BALLS: July Notable News
Victor brings a carefully curated list of relevant international news articles. This month’s topics include the oil tanker attack in the Gulf of Omar, the resignation of UK ambassador to the US Sir Kim Darroch, and more.
Brief Interviews With Hideous JETs: Dungeons & Dragons takes over Aomori
Elaina speaks with four JETs from around the prefecture who play the tabletop role-playing game, Dungeons and Dragons, asking them about its popularity and allure.
Extended Play: toe: speechless legends
In his final article, Nick invites us to listen to his favorite Japanese band of all time, post-rock group toe.
Media Bug: Warriors of the Wind
Pokere tells us why we should read the original manga upon which Miyazaki’s film, Nausicaa of the Valley of the Wind, was based.
Today’s Lesson: High School in America vs. Japan [Presentation]
Yoshika invites us to steal her completed Power Point Presentation on the differences and similarities between Japanese and American High Schools.
Help Wanted
As August approaches, members of the GMA staff are beginning to retire their columns, meaning we need many new staff. All Aomori JETs are welcome!
Most of the content on the site is geared toward Japan-related topics, but you can write on basically any topic you’d like. If you need inspiration, take a look at the “columns” sidebar on the right side of this page and browse for a bit. You could even resurrect or reinvent a discontinued column. A brand new topic is equally welcome!
Most writers have a column in either Volume I (published on the 1st) or Volume II (published on the 15th), writing one article each month. There is no required word count or length. This is the usual format, but we can also set up a one-time article if you prefer.
If you’re interested, please send an email to goodmorningaomori@gmail.com and include your year on JET, placement town or city, and the idea for your column or article. The idea can be as vague or as detailed as you like.
We’re also interested in giving JETs a platform for content other than writing, so please reach out if you have anything you want to share on the blog!
Josh Dolphin
Head Editor
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