To say newspaper changed who I am today would be an understatement. I came to Robinson with a couple friends and a desire to participate in the IB program. To me, school was a place to get your work done and then leave, but newspaper changed that. Instead of the typical routine of tests and homework, newspaper became a place where I could express myself and push my limits creatively. I relished the journalistic freedom to write about my dislike of Stanley Cups, the impact of new bills and my friend’s cross-country success. I explored features, news, opinion and even photography- having never come close to a camera before. There is nothing like the feeling of seeing your story published for all your friends and family to read. By chasing down peers for interviews, attending sports events and publishing my opinion publicly, I was forced out of my shell and became the curious, communicative person I am today.
As I rose from staff writer to features editor to co-editor-in-chief, my love for newspaper only grew. Not only did I discover that I wanted to pursue a writing-centered career, I also gained some of my closest friends and supporters. Seeing the faces of my fellow co-editors-in-chief, Grace and Sophie, every morning brightened my day, and working with them taught me the true meaning of collaborative leadership. Our advisor, Ms. Webster, supported me every step of the way and showed me just how far our publication could go.
Writing this is truly bittersweet. Through fun field trips, making fun of Gurt and late-night cram sessions before print, Knight Writers became an instrumental part of who I am. Without it, I never would have found my voice.
