For as long as I can remember writing has always been something that I loved doing. I could never relate to those who constantly complained about having to write something for a class. Sure, sometimes writing essays were a challenge but deep down I enjoyed it nonetheless.

I have filled journals with endless thoughts and ideas, and couldn’t imagine a moment where I didn’t have the urge to write in them. However, when I first started college I began to neglect my writing and picking up my journal became a rarity. It saddened me to think that I would have to put my love for writing on pause to prioritize my school assignments.

It wasn’t until the day when Mark Witherspoon, a professional member of the Iowa State Daily, came into one of my journalism classes to talk about joining the Daily. After hearing his speech, I found that my love for writing still had hope. By joining the Daily under the Opinion section, I was able to combine two of my favorite things: my love for reading and writing. I began writing every other week about anything related to books and it was great. I was able to focus on my school work and still manage to spend time doing what I love.

Writing under the opinion section and reading others work under the same section proved to me that everyone’s opinion matters and is important, whether we all agree with it or not. It’s because of this reason, among many others, that pushed me to apply for the position. I would like writers under this section to know that their opinions are respected and that they have a place to come and be heard.