Dis-Appearing Ink

The last few years have showed some amazing changes. As the environment around us sheds its cocoon and spreads it's neon wings, we also shed our childhood and move into a new age. We have arrived at the fork in the path. The time to choose our own direction, to move on to greater and better things, is now. But what a voyage it's been up until this point. The last four years have been a transformative time for all of us. Not a single person whom I saw when I shyly walked into our classroom on the first day is the same. We've all grown, become more aware, more educated, and hopefully, happier. We've learned to work together to overcome difficulties and we've struggled and failed many times in the process. But only through picking ourselves up again and confronting a new challenge have we grown. This magazine is dedicated to the concept of that which appears, which disappears and that which is in the process of disappearing. It carries the memories of things that are past, the enjoyment of those that are present, and the fight for those that are in between. Everyday life shows a constant reminder of this appearing-disappearing cycle and through this publication, we celebrate not only the stories themselves, but also the existence of this cycle within ourselves. Through the help of some amazing teachers and wonderful staff and of course, the hard work of our English Communications students, this publication was made possible. And no matter what future path each of us takes, and what may disappear, this ink and paper is a testament to our time, our work and our knowledge.

Kelsey Wilhelm

Editor of UMac Bridges Spring 2012