Student Work
At AJO, we encourage our students to pitch the stories they write in class to publications around the world. From the Guardian to Eater to New York Magazine to National Geographic to Teen Vogue, our students are routinely getting their work published and building their portfolios while in school. Check it out below.
February 9th, 2022
Schools vs. Juul: A Massive Anti-Vaping Lawsuit Builds Momentum
January 31st, 2022
After prison, all I wanted was a second chance at higher education. The pushback I got due to my criminal record made it feel impossible.
January 28th, 2022
He was sent to prison for murder. Then his identical twin confessed
January 22nd, 2022
San Francisco tested a $1,000 guaranteed income pilot program. Here’s how it went for two artists.
October 13th, 2021
The daughter of the Russian journalist who won the Nobel Peace Prize told us why the big win is really an honor for their dad’s ‘dead colleagues’
September 29th, 2021
The Art of the Pivot: How Theater-Industry Workers Navigated the Pandemic
September 21st, 2021
My Husband, I Vow to Honor You Always—Unless We’re Playing Scrabble, in Which Case I’ll Destroy Your Ass
September 17th, 2021
Afghans look for new ways to share their culture far from home
September 17th, 2021
This mobile app is helping Afghans navigate Kabul following the Taliban takeover
September 14th, 2021
The Untold Story of How Afghanistan’s Fighting Female Governor Salima Mazari Escaped the Taliban
August 26th, 2021
Afghan entrepreneur’s e-commerce app pivots to help during crisis
August 24th, 2021
Afghan-Canadian entrepreneur’s new mobile app helps keep civilians updated on nearby security issues
August 19th, 2021
Why these Afghan women are speaking out
August 19th, 2021
How TSQ Project Brought Dance Back to Times Square
August 17th, 2021
What Happened When I Made Art Therapy My Go-To For Anxiety
August 12th, 2021
MTV ‘Cribs’ just returned to television 20 years after its original debut. But ‘wealth porn’ may not have the same appeal to a new generation.
August 6th, 2021
While white influencers ‘blackfish’ to build buzz, Black creatives say co-opting their culture is costly
August 6th, 2021
Where Everyone Moved During The Pandemic
August 2nd, 2021
The Washington Football Team Rebranded. Why Did It Get Rid Of Its Cheerleaders Over Zoom?
August 2nd, 2021
The Journey to Save a Turtle
July 28th, 2021
Rocking braids or cornrows can be taboo for Black women. Stylists are fighting stigmas one style at a time
July 23rd, 2021
How The World’s Oldest Hat Shop Has Stayed In Business For Nearly 350 Years
July 23rd, 2021
After vandalism at shared worship space, honest talks on race bridge gap between Black and White churches
July 22nd, 2021
Celebrities Running for Office Are Boosted By the Political Moment