As a writer, I have been humbled as I experienced the depth of people’s culture through their voices. I believe every person has a unique culture of their own, and the only way to understand it is by listening to their voices telling their own stories. This school has taught me our differences unite us more than our similarities. I am grateful to be a part of this wonderful community and to celebrate others for being who they are.
This issue focuses on happiness. I found this to be quite fitting for my life, as I have found a completely new meaning of the word “happiness” since coming to BYUH. I used to think happiness came through means of worldly things, but I have since learned that, for me, it comes by turning outward. I have found happiness by making sure people are my highest priority, as I truly believe we are placed among those around us for a reason. In this issue, there are students who share their most fond memories working at the PCC and the impact the people around them have made (pg. 20).
As a psychology major, being able to interact with people and learn about their individual cultures gives me a greater understanding of our world and, more importantly, their world. In this issue, one example of understanding one’s happiness through their culture is how Pomai Krueger shares happiness through hula (pg. 34). I believe we are not placed in the world by chance; therefore, we can each learn valuable lessons from those who shared the ways they have been able to find happiness in their own lives. For me, my happiness is because of this. It comes from continuing to learn about each of you and be a part of an extraordinary community. I hope you feel nothing except honor and joy for the opportunity to be part of such a diverse community.
