Grief is destabilizing. And because it’s destabilizing, uncomfortable and a host of other things, we sometimes feel that it is also bad, perhaps something to be ashamed of, or to rush past, or to fix with shallow religious answers. But as uncomfortable and unwelcome as it is, what if grief is the seed of healing? What if seasons of grief are not a sign of a lack of faith … [Read more...] about This is Our Worship: A Message from Sara Barton
Remembering Our Girls
Community Contribution: A World Without You
moments i’m alone, left to my own, i get visions of you — your face, your voice, your love. how close your heart was to your head and how you took every situation with a teaspoon of level-headedness. there’s a jack-o'-lantern head covering the 76 gas station sign off sunset. i drive to class, hoping to see you on the way to meet me, sipping tea. from … [Read more...] about Community Contribution: A World Without You
Community Contribution: Asha Weir Tribute
When you teach, especially as you age, you begin to view your students as your “extra” children. You have them for a short time, and your job is to get them prepared for the world before they fly the coop. I had only a short time with Asha Weir, but she made a huge impact on me for many reasons. I’m not sure how well I prepared her for the world, but she made … [Read more...] about Community Contribution: Asha Weir Tribute
Community Contribution: A Letter for Peyton Stewart
Peyton was a bright light, full of life and dreams. Her unexpected passing left a void in our hearts in the Career Center as we had all shared special moments with her during our time together. Peyton was such a sweet person. She was very friendly, helpful and kind to all that she encountered. She was a great student employee and a joy to have as part of our team. There was so … [Read more...] about Community Contribution: A Letter for Peyton Stewart
Opinion: Grief and Growth
Transparency Item: The Perspectives section of the Graphic is comprised of articles based on opinion. This is the opinion and perspective of the writer. “Grief is love with nowhere to go.” I think that saying is true and can be a helpful way to frame it, but I also believe grief encompasses so much more than just love with nowhere to go. One can define grief as a "deep … [Read more...] about Opinion: Grief and Growth