Dear Knight Writers,

I never really thought I would ever have to say goodbye. Stupid, I know. You think you have all the time in the world, but one never realizes how fast time flies by until you’ve lived in that moment and are looking back. That’s what I’m doing, looking back.

And looking back, I can say with confidence that Knight Writers made me who I am today.

I joined the staff my sophomore year, really it should’ve been my freshmen year but I don’t control schedules. I was one of two sophomores on staff, but Juno was already a managing editor at the time. It was at that time I was still trying to figure out who I was. The small staff that year took me under their wing and guided me as best as they could. I’ve only grown since then, taking on higher leadership positions with each year, helping others just like I once was become accustomed to the staff.

I wrote about this in my college essay (Smithers can vouch), but this class, this staff, helped me. I found my niche, my friends and grew my love for writing… and for that, I can’t thank this program enough. I felt as if I belonged in a place. I was comfortable and happy, even with the occasional looming deadlines. I was scared to leave it behind, but I know I have hopefully left a good legacy with my staff to continue on for years to come.

Thank you for everything, Knight Writers.