Julie Israel
Julie graduated from Pacific University with a Bachelor of Arts degree and summa cum laude honors in Creative Writing. Her emphasis was in poetry, but coursework also took her through intensive studies in fiction, non-fiction, and work as a reading editor for Pacific’s literary Magazine, Silk Road. She calls herself a poet first because her studies in poetry—in conjunction with learning photography—changed the details in which she sees and interprets the world.
After graduation, Julie spent a year teaching English in three middle schools in Yamanashi, Japan. Julie considers the year to be the most eye-opening, challenging, and rewarding of her life so far, and looks forward not only to more travel, but to the wonderful experience of living abroad again.
As long as she is in the States, Julie will continue to cultivate her experience in other ways: currently she is studying French, teaching herself acoustic guitar, and expanding her writing. Julie enjoys contributing to Suite101 especially because it allows her to report on and share the places her pursuits take her.
Latest Articles
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Five Fabulous Fundraising Ideas
Whether you're raising money for a cause, club, class, charity, travel, or anything in between, these simple ideas put the "fun" in fundraising!
Apr 18, 2012
- Julie Israel
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Commonplace Books: What They Are and Why You Should Keep One
Collections and creative kindling, commonplace books are an invaluable resource that can help any writer gain knowledge, insight and inspiration
Apr 6, 2012
- Julie Israel
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The Japanese Tradition of Noting Nature: Ohanami
Cherry blossoms are the delicate pink stars of ohanami, a unique Japanese tradition that celebrates the coming of spring.
Mar 28, 2012
- Julie Israel
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Across the Universe: the Musical that Rocked Classic Rock
With a soundtrack, story, and culture based on original compositions, this film makes Beatles fans new and old cheer across the universe.
Mar 24, 2012
- Julie Israel
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Banana Apple Brown Sugar Bread
Brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg and cloves make this simple recipe a rich variation on classic banana bread.
Mar 18, 2012
- Julie Israel
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How to Start Running, Beginning with One Minute
Can you run for one minute? Then you can run. Learn what you need to get started, how to make a plan, and other tips that will help hit the ground running.
Mar 11, 2012
- Julie Israel
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Essential Polite Japanese: How to Use "Onegaishimasu"
Used in school, the workplace, and in many everyday situations, understanding the respectful word "onegaishimasu" takes foreigners a long way.
Mar 3, 2012
- Julie Israel
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3 Classic Family Board Games and Why They're the Best
Why Monopoly, The Game of Life, and Clue have been family favorites for decades - and probably will be for many more to come
Feb 24, 2012
- Julie Israel
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Book Review: Norwegian Wood by Haruki Murakami
Full of darkness and psychological thrill, Murakami writes a love story that is as haunting as it is original.
Feb 11, 2012
- Julie Israel
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How to Make Valentine's Day Special: 5 Romantic Gift Ideas
Want to do something meaningful for your partner this year? Put down the chocolates and try one of these creative gift ideas instead.
Feb 4, 2012
- Julie Israel
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