Digital Design Editor | Fall 2017-Spring 2018

Most people have some grand story about how they started working at The D.O., but mine began with an Instagram DM a few months before my senior year. In the beginning, I was a little overwhelmed and didn’t really know what was going on. Honestly, I still feel that way, but now I have so many incredible friends and memories from my time here.

Alexa D: I cannot thank you enough for bringing me to The D.O. It’s still one of the highlights of my life hearing that someone as iconic as you had a friend-crush on me. You’re such a kind person and an inspiration to me and so many others.

Alexa T: You’re one of the main reasons I had such a positive experience here. Thank you for being you.

Rachel: This semester hasn’t been the same without you. I loved developing conspiracy theories with you and discussing my Redbubble empire. I feel so lucky to know you. Keep making it work.

Amanda: I can’t get over how amazing you are and how you manage to brighten my day every time I see you. Stay beautiful.

Brigid: ALL CAPS IS THE ONLY WAY I CAN EXPRESS HOW I FEEL ABOUT YOU, TOO. Thank you for being so genuinely caring about everyone you meet and making me feel welcome every time I saw you.

Kathryn: You’re hilarious and sweet, and you always know the best spots to hit up in Buffalo. #CapstonesSupportingCapstones

Kevin: I guess your “cryptic-ness” really did add something to The D.O. I never quite knew what you were talking about, but you always managed to make us laugh.

Anna: You’ve grown so much as a designer this semester! Stay wonderful.

Danny: I’ll never be able to open After Effects again without mentally preparing myself to hear you narrate a 5-minute explainer video.

Kateri: You’re such a gem. I appreciate your sarcasm immensely and cherish all our conversations.

Rori: You’re an all-star, and you’re going to do such great things with Video next semester!

Lizzie: Thank you for involving me with Video and being so incredibly kind. You have the best music taste, especially for royalty-free songs.

Casey:You are so talented at so many things, whether it’s design, news or having the greatest collection of wholesome memes.

Ali: I genuinely do not think I have ever seen you not smiling. You’re a literal ray of sunshine, and I can’t thank you enough for constantly hyping me up and giving me the confidence boosts I needed. You’re going to be an amazing ME.

Talia: My sweet bean! You light up every room you walk into and leave everything better than you found it. You’re so gifted and determined to learn, and I can’t believe it’s only your freshman year. I cannot wait to see what you accomplish.

Lucy: You’re the sweetest person ever, and I’m so happy you spent this semester in Digital! Every compliment you’ve given me meant so much coming from you because you’re so awesome at what you do and so passionate about it. You’re one of the most talented people I know, and it’s always amazing to see what you achieve.

Emma: You’re a legend, a powerhouse, my idol — all the above. I’ve learned so much from you and can’t thank you enough for it. You’re going to do so many amazing things in life, and I’m so excited that I’ll be able to say I know you. Still sad we missed out on being friends when we lived on the same floor freshman year.

Eliza: There’s no one I’d rather be a Rookie of the Year with than you! Neither of us knew what we were getting into when we started working on Snapchat, but I’m proud of what we’ve achieved and I’m so grateful to call you my friend.

Lydia: I loved every single moment I spent with you this year, whether it was at The D.O., the CDC or Marshall Square Mall at midnight after Kubal kicked us out. You’re one of the most confident and driven people I’ve ever met, and that’s going to take you so far. You’re going to do such great things next year!

Andy: ICON! Getting to know you has been one of the highlights of my senior year. I don’t know where I’d be without you listening to pop mash-ups during psych or busting out your dance moves on the promenade. Your support and encouragement has meant so much to me. You’re going to kill it as digital editor.

Mom and Dad: Thank you for always being my biggest fans in everything I do. I wouldn’t have made it to The D.O., or Syracuse, or really anywhere without you.

The D.O.: Thank you for everything.

Published on May 1, 2018 at 2:38 am