I created parts of my life
One of the first things that people get to know about me when we introduce each other is where I’m from. I’m not from anywhere, I’m from...
I am a complex person
I honestly feel like as of now, when I first meet someone, they’re most likely to think that I’m loud. Either that’s a good thing where...
My life was forever changed
It might be accurate to say that I was raised by strangers, but strangers turned out to be the most wonderful family that I could have...
I decided to pursue that interest
SPU was my only choice. I had planned to go to a school in Massachusetts, but found out about SPU through a family friend who was also...
I love interacting with people. I am a changed man.
I came from a pretty rough upbringing and throughout my life I have always had a negative outlook. I served in Iraq and am a survivor of...
I was moved because it’s not easy to let people in
When I was younger, I was taught that I was unloved, unworthy, and that my life didn’t matter. My siblings and I essentially grew up in...
What if the kid doesn’t smile back?
Note: The term "midget" is a derogatory term sometimes used to label people with dwarfism. It's use here is to demonstrate how people...
She gave me space to finally open up
While I wasn’t aware of the abuse at the time, my boyfriend in high school raped me. After coming to SPU, I confided in my friend about...
Everything just fell into place
I was born in Korea, but moved to the island of Saipan when I was five years old to live with my grandparents, cousin and sister. Saipan...
My aunt was still impacting my life
Dad was always working during my youth and Mom wasn’t always around to keep me company. The person that stood by me during those times...