For Karen
Although I never had the chance to meet you, you have left an impression on my life. During my time in Idaho, I watched you touch so many lives with your free, yet determined, spirit. You have inspired me — and so many others — to embrace life and all of its beauty. You will never be forgotten. RIP.
— Britt
Kicking it
Take an hour and a half out of your day this week and watch the documentary “Kicking it,” which tells the stories of the players and nations involved in the Homeless World Cup. It is an eye-opening film to say the least.
— Madison
Documentaries
Can someone please make a documentary that is not utterly depressing and paint a positive outlook on life, even if it is just one little part.
— Jens
Riding my bike
Troy doesn’t seem that far away. Until you go there on a bike. They say it’s 14 miles, but I believe that to be a big lie.
— Theo
A thank you
… to everyone this past week. Its funny, death brings together all the people who make you happy and yet you’re sad. Here’s to celebrating a life this next week.
— Dylan
About time
I get myself a JAMM minor. It’s gonna be fun.
— Amrah
Actually ‘Stronger’
I had initially anticipated writing a superficial Off the Cuff about how awesome it was to fly in a helicopter and see Kelly Clarkson live — it’s easier than dealing with the things in life we can’t explain. But the fact is, life doesn’t always make sense and we can’t avoid it. My heart goes out to everyone who is suffering from the loss of a friend who seems to have truly made a huge impact on our community.
— Elizabeth
Note to self
Smile everyday, take joy in making someone else smile, call my family just to say hi, and be happy that daffodils are finally blooming.
— Chloe
Thankful …
… for all the opportunities I have had as a writer. I only hope I do the incredible people I meet justice in my stories.
— Elisa
America’s hat
Canada is home to the world’s longest roadway. Bet you didn’t know that before.
— Vicky
Stoked
I’m typically not a hip-hop fanatic, but I am more than excited to see Childish Gambino for Finals Fest.
-Nick