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The sign asks the hikers to redirect their path to the right as the main trail is closed off for construction. The sticker can also be found above the end date.
Annual Bongmu Lake Insect Festival unfolds amidst construction bugs
The bald brothers celebrate their gleaming moment under the bright spotlight. Post-graduates Kevin Park and Leo Lee shock everyone with their surprise haircut for the event. Photo by Nayoung Kim.
[Photos] Springtime sketches and sonics in full bloom
Secondary physical education teacher Mr. Faille receives a bucket of cold water head-on as a part of a vote that took place. He expresses surprise at the sudden splash of icy cold.
[Photos] Spring into celebration: Community Festa
Prom serves as a milestone lifetime experience for 10th through 12th graders. This year the venue moves to the Jetnasium and professional DJs will perform a colossal set. Illustration by Elisa Triolo.
Everything Prom: from party planning to problem-solving
Shakespeareans perform modernized version of “Macbeth”
Shakespeareans perform modernized version of “Macbeth”
Jennie Tanghuru, in a newly remodeled storefront, suffers from a downward trend in tanghulu popularity. With no products on the shelves anymore, the store finally closes up shop.
Tanghulu craze crashes in Korea
Some citizens advocate for an increase in the number of medical students. The increase in the population of elders demands an equal increase in doctors too.
Divided Korean Population Squabbles Over Expansion of Medical Admissions Quota
Piao shares the first draft of Klaras skin that is applied to the model through Convai. Image courtesy of Yujun Piao.
Freshmen harness Artificial Intelligence to rewrite goodbyes
Humans often lose their attention and workflow when they juggle multiple tasks.
The myth of multitasking
Ms. Shin reads a book about a boy who’s afraid of long words. She encourages the third graders by teaching them about the beauty of language and literature.
Texas trails inspire artist’s brush strokes
After 18 years of living in Europe and Africa, I moved to Korea to face a completely different lifestyle. I was shocked by how much individuals valued beauty and how cheap taxi rides cost. Illustration by Christine Park.
Culture shock: the foreigner experience in Korea
Dog owners lavish their pets with exorbitant gifts to compensate for not having any children. Illustration by Ellen Cho.
When puppy love breaks the bank
Throwbacks and evolutions: 2024’s best albums so far
Throwbacks and evolutions: 2024’s best albums so far
Stanley Cups sell like hotcakes thanks to social media such as TikTok.
The questionable rise of the Stanley quencher
Psychedelia hits on The Lemon Twigs’ latest release A Dream Is All We Know
Psychedelia hits on The Lemon Twigs’ latest release “A Dream Is All We Know”
Catch Cash Daegu, one of the many treasure hunt accounts across the nation, typically hides prizes under stickers.
Money does grow on trees
This moment of love between warriors of two planets who come together as one solidifies the message of peace and unity the film highlights.
Dune: Part Two spellbinds theaters in 2024
Stardew Valley, the indie game developed by ConcernedApe, offers players several ways to earn a ton of in-game loot.
Stardew success: earn endless income in the hit indie game
Many Koreans do not fit in the two 21~23 foundation shades. These four celebrities themselves act as living proof that dark-skinned Koreans exist.
The exclusivity of tone inclusivity
Jets Flyover Staff, 2023~2024. Illustration by Catherine Park.
Farewell from the 2023-2024 Editor-in-Chief
Mixed individuals constantly contemplate in between multiple ethnic groups. The sense of belonging and the formation of self-identity blurs.
Mixed views on being mixed
Although tryouts have gifted DIS success in sports tournaments, some posit that they take the chance away from prospective athletes.
Volleyball tryouts do not lead to net gains
Although largely homogeneous, many international schools portray a different picture on their advertisements to attract potential clients.
Blatant tokenism in international school marketing counters principles of DEIB
Retakes, loved by some and hated by others, spark controversy at DIS.
Should we hit the brakes on retakes?
Harrison Sung, the JV ace, shouts for the ball. As the striker, he takes the ball all the way to the net through contact.
Varsity knocked out early but JV earns their spot in the finals
Defender senior Nadia Woo takes a throw in. She aims to pinpoint the ball to sophomore Annie Cho.
After KISAC stunner, girls fall short at SKAC
Seventh grader Yul Sakong jab steps to fake the opponent and find a way towards the basket. Her easy layup brings up the team morale.
Jets soar in round one, but Sharks bite back in semis
Small forward Luisa Silva (20) holds tight until her teammates come for help. Her aggressiveness scares the Bears away.
DIS Jets finish last despite home-court advantage
William Seo (number 30) weaves through the Dragons defense and attacks the rim. He dishes it out to the open man for a wide open three pointer.
Middle school basketball finishes in fifth at first-ever KISAC appearance
The Sharks corner the mini Jet, Raina Kang. They cut to open spaces to free themselves for a pass.
Boys call the shots, girls undergo growing pains
Jet Stream June 14th, 2024
Jet Stream June 14th, 2024
Jet Stream June 7th, 2024
Jet Stream June 7th, 2024
Jet Stream May 31st, 2024
Jet Stream May 31st, 2024
Daegus New Gateway
Daegu’s New Gateway
Number Juans Kitchen: Authentic Nachos
Number Juan’s Kitchen: Authentic Nachos
[Podcast] Bet on Bonnie Episode 2: Sophie Lee
[Podcast] Bet on Bonnie Episode 2: Sophie Lee
Jet Stream June 14th, 2024
Jet Stream June 14th, 2024
Jet Stream June 7th, 2024
Jet Stream June 7th, 2024
Jet Stream May 31st, 2024
Jet Stream May 31st, 2024
Daegus New Gateway
Daegu’s New Gateway
Number Juans Kitchen: Authentic Nachos
Number Juan’s Kitchen: Authentic Nachos
Jet Stream May 10th, 2024
Jet Stream May 10th, 2024
[Podcast] Bet on Bonnie Episode 1: Haydn Mangione
[Podcast] Bet on Bonnie Episode 1: Haydn Mangione
[Podcast] Jets Jukebox Episode 1: Bleachers, Self-Titled
[Podcast] Jet’s Jukebox Episode 1: Bleachers, Self-Titled
[Podcast] Eco-Lution Episode 3: Freshmen explore alternatives to paper straws
[Podcast] Eco-Lution Episode 3: Freshmen explore alternatives to paper straws
[Podcast] Eco-Lution Episode 2: Solar panel installation around campus explored
[Podcast] Eco-Lution Episode 2: Solar panel installation around campus explored
[Podcast] Eco-Lution Episode 1- Climate change from a Latin American perspective
[Podcast] Eco-Lution Episode 1- Climate change from a Latin American perspective
The Jets Flyover catches up with students and staff about their 2023-2024 goals.
Did you accomplish your goals for this school year?
Swiper, no swiping!
Jets Tailspin: Whistleblower unmasks clever scheme to feast on “free” snacks at the Snack Shack
Crossword: DIS History and Trivia
Crossword: DIS History and Trivia
DIS Crossword: AP Courses
DIS Crossword: AP Courses
Owners dont know if they want to be with their pets or be them.
Jets Tailspin: Standard of living higher for pets than humans in Korea
DIS Crossword 4
DIS Crossword 4
ANNOUNCEMENTS
  • Have a fantastic summer break!
  • First Day of School on August 12th.
  • Don't forget your spirit shirts on Friday.
The Student News Site of Daegu International School

Jets Flyover
The Student News Site of Daegu International School

Jets Flyover
Nadia Woo

Nadia Woo, Writer

Nadia Woo, a senior at DIS, decides to wrap up her high school career with a final hoorah. The title of Jets Flyover staff writer adds to her legacy. She derives inspiration from a wide variety of her life experiences and hobbies, from live concerts to cozy video games. She delights in meeting people from diverse perspectives across the world and always surges at the chance to overcome her own ignorance. After years of longing for an outlet to express herself, she finally bursts onto the scene, vowing to leave no leaf unturned in her quest to bring people together exploiting the art of journalism.



All content by Nadia Woo
Throwbacks and evolutions: 2024’s best albums so far

Throwbacks and evolutions: 2024’s best albums so far

Nadia Woo, Writer
June 16, 2024
Psychedelia hits on The Lemon Twigs’ latest release A Dream Is All We Know

Psychedelia hits on The Lemon Twigs’ latest release “A Dream Is All We Know”

Nadia Woo, Writer
May 17, 2024
Stardew Valley, the indie game developed by ConcernedApe, offers players several ways to earn a ton of in-game loot.

Stardew success: earn endless income in the hit indie game

Nadia Woo, Writer
May 3, 2024

[Podcast] Jet’s Jukebox Episode 1: Bleachers, Self-Titled

Nadia Woo, Writer
April 30, 2024
Modern day shoegaze inspired by My Bloody Valentine’s Loveless.

Highlights: alternative darlings of the 21st century

Nadia Woo, Writer
March 31, 2024
After a steal, Juan Cortez (number 19) goes for a fast break and pushes towards the basket. HIS defender hustles back and attempts a hard block. Juan manages to shoulder the opponent and go up for a strong layup.

[Photo] Varsity basketball seizes the crown in Gyeongnam

Ethan Rossmeisl, Writer
March 26, 2024
School of Rock: DIS teachers share the bands that make the grade

School of Rock: DIS teachers share the bands that make the grade

Nadia Woo, Writer
March 4, 2024
A client showcases her neo-tribal-style chest tattoo designed by a rising artist “Only”. This was the artist’s seventh official client, yet the stunning quality shows the immense preparation behind the scenes. Only continue to push boundaries with their art despite the illegality of their profession in South Korea. Photo by Ava Cho and Lewis Kim.

Rising from the shadows: a deeper look into South Korea’s “illegal” tattoo artists

Nadia Woo, Writer
February 18, 2024
My music resolutions for 2024

My music resolutions for 2024

Nadia Woo, Writer
January 31, 2024
Evangelion’s Asuka and Jolene Kujoh from Jojo’s Bizarre Adventure tune in to “Goodbye Julia”.

Iconic anime OSTs

Nadia Woo, Writer
January 17, 2024
Setter Dylan Wang (number 1) and outside Ethan Rossmeisl (number 5) received the all tournament team medal along with seven other players. Both DIS players performed phenomenally throughout the tournament, especially in their grand finale against the KISJ Dragons.

[Photo] Volleyball Jets wrap up the season with a strong finals run

Ethan Rossmeisl, Writer
December 13, 2023
To commemorate the end of 2023, a year jam-packed with new releases from games to webtoons to anime, the Jets Flyover Staff bring you their top picks.

2023: Flyover staff picks

Catherine Park, Dylan Wang, Luna Kang, Jessica Woo, Andrew Shim, Ethan Rossmeisl, Eugene Sung, Elisa Triolo, Selina Son, Serena Travers, Nadia Woo, and Christine Park
December 13, 2023
Sophomore Anna Yoon dives to save a tough spike from NLCS. Coach Balint gasps in awe at the hustle play.

[Photo] Girls end the season with a bittersweet finale

Annie Cho and Bonnie Kim
December 6, 2023
The 1975 rocks out at a concert and gets fans hyped.

The 1975 at their very best

Nadia Woo, Writer
November 27, 2023
Nadia Woo showcases the best albums to listen to in the fall.

Autumn albums essential for audiophiles

Nadia Woo, Writer
November 21, 2023
Photo courtesy of The Weepies official website.

[Photo] Nadia’s Fall Album Essentials

November 21, 2023
JV girls leap up to block an incoming spike. The crowd watches in awe. The roof prevents an easy point and allows the Jets to strike back.

[Photo] Jets volleyball girls fly to Camp Walker for a rematch

Eugene Sung, Dylan Wang, and Leanne Yoon
November 9, 2023
Varsity setter Apple Jun calls for the second touch. She runs the play in her head before the serve receive.

[Photo] High school girls fall short at SKAC finals

Annie Cho, Leanne Yoon, and Dylan Wang
November 1, 2023
The boys team lets out a final roar to end the long day of futsal.

[Photo] Elementary schoolers win big in season kickoff

Annie Cho and Luna Kang
October 12, 2023
Wave to Earth started a new chapter of their career with a tour around North America this September. Photo courtesy of Wave to Earth Instagram.

Wave to Earth launches a new era in North America

Nadia Woo, Dylan Wang, and Catherine Park
October 11, 2023
Sophomore Chris Ryu spins the volleyball on his finger as he watches his teammates get ready.

[Photo] Jets volleyball set up friendly matches against new cross-town rivals

Ethan Rossmeisl and Dylan Wang
October 5, 2023
Violet fills the hall as the stage lights up.

LANY bares their soul in Seoul

Dylan Wang, Nadia Woo, Jessica Woo, and Catherine Park
September 19, 2023
John and Daniel are like bread and butter on stage through years of practice. Photo courtesy of @wave_to_earth on Instagram.

The Next Generation of the K-indie Scene Arrives in Seoul

Ava Cho, Nadia Woo, Jade Lee, Grace Chae, Catherine Park, and Jodie Lee
January 19, 2023
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