When I first got to Murray State, COVID-19 was a significant part of my life. I had to finish out my senior year of high school online and began my college experience with the pandemic. To me, I was so worried about being involved and having the proper “college experience.”

Despite my worries, Murray State has provided me with amazing opportunities all around, but I have particularly enjoyed being the opinion editor for The News. Because I am a political science major, journalism wasn’t always my main interest, but I have found a place every Wednesday night to spend my time and grow my interests. 

I want to say thank you to The News staff for entrusting me with the responsibility of the opinion article each week. You all took me under your wings and allowed me to grow exponentially as a writer and editor. I also want to thank Carol Terracina-Hartman for advising us to the best of your ability. Your help each week certainly does not go unnoticed. 

Lastly, thank you to the people who read The News each week, whether in print or online. We wouldn’t be able to do what we do without you.