I am all about being positive
Coming from Japan to Seattle has been a big step for me both academically and linguistically. Before coming to SPU, I scored low on my...
As long as you keep leaning forward...
I've experienced some of my greatest personal revelations when I moved to Seattle in 2017. My desire for change during the growing pains...
I'm typically labeled
When I’m surrounded by others, I can come across as outgoing and someone who is easy to talk to. In my group of friends, I’m typically...
I can be open and vulnerable
I tend to keep to myself at the beginning of any relationship. When I am around people that I am not close with, I stay quiet. Maybe it’s...
Why stay in one place?
I was born in Cape Town, South Africa and I always knew I wanted to study outside of Africa. My mother had taught me that God created the...
People should learn to love one another
I grew up the youngest of 8 in California. In my house my brothers and sisters have all came from foster care, bad families, and...
I want to show love
I grew up in Nevada and knew I wanted a change, so I decided to come to SPU. I have loved going to school here because I love Seattle....
I am really growing into myself
I am from Kirkland, WA. I do have five siblings who are significantly older than me, however I am from a blended family. This has been...
It was possible to still have hope and love
I am more than just an athlete. I am more than just a child thrown in the middle of a divorce. I am more than what people think of me....
I had to look out for myself more
I have always come off to people as quiet, shy, and introverted, but in reality, I am just focused. Other people think that because I...