Nearly four years ago, when I was starting as a freshman at Berry, I wrote my first opinion piece for the Campus Carrier. It was about the importance of studying and appreciating the humanities, something I was just becoming passionate about. When I wrote that op-ed, I couldn’t truly grasp how much there still was for me to learn in college, but I knew that I had an unshakable desire to learn about the myriad ways people live and create art.  Continue reading Never forget the intrinsic value that beauty holds

The First Amendment is often treated like a permanent fixture of American life, something immovable, untouchable, guaranteed. It isn’t. It survives because people insist on it.  Continue reading We must continue to fight for freedom of speech

Success is rarely something achieved alone. Behind the person who accomplishes something grand, there is usually a person who guides them, offering encouragement and constructive criticism along the way. Mentorship is where a more experienced or knowledgeable person provides advice, support and knowledge to someone going through similar motions in life that they once did. Mentorship is essential because it assists in personal growth, expands opportunity, strengthens communities and prepares individuals for the lives ahead of them. Continue reading Our View: Mentorship is the key to growth and success

Kevin Kleine has been part of my story for nearly 30 years, as my adviser, professor, Cabin Log adviser, Carrier adviser and friend. He also happened to be married to the amazing Jenny and trusted me enough to babysit his kids, which says a lot. At Berry, Kevin gave me a choice between two paths, Cabin Log or Carrier editor. Then he did what great … Continue reading Letters to Kevin Kleine