From the time I was little, my parents read me a bedtime story every night. Those stories shaped the way I saw the world and sparked my love for writing. Creating worlds in my head and bringing them to life on paper was all I wanted to do. Whenever my imagination grew too full, I’d write everything down and make a small piece of that dream world real. That love for storytelling followed me from the age of four all the way through high school, and it’s what led me to Lasell University and to want to study journalism.
When I came to Lasell, I knew that stories didn’t only exist in books; they lived in the people around us, but I had never had the chance to deeply appreciate those experiences. Every student rushing across the quad before class, every friend laughing in Valentine Dining Hall, and every quiet moment in Brennan Library holds a story waiting to be told. Those real experiences drew me deeper into my love of journalism and helped me shift my mindset to better understand writing in a way that captures reality.
Working with the 1851 Chronicle has allowed me to bring those stories to life in ways my younger self could have only imagined. I’ve developed a stronger understanding of the beauty of the real world, not just in inventing new worlds, but also in listening to the ideas and stories we already have. Interviewing various community members, gathering facts, and turning their experiences into something lasting has shown me that truth can be just as beautiful as imagination.
Through my time at Lasell, I’ve come to see writing not just as a dream, but as a way to connect with others. Whether I’m writing an article, editing a story for the paper, or simply talking with someone about their day, I’m reminded that stories are everywhere, not just in my mind. Writing has always been powerful, but here, surrounded by a community that values connection and creativity, I’ve learned just how powerful it can be.
–Nov. 4, 2026–
