Text: In the first grade, I was the last one in my class to learn how to read chapter books. I bounced from reading teachers to writing teachers to the laps of my parents every night, trying to sound out and perfect my vocabulary using magazines of all things to help me out. 

So when, at 19 years old, I was offered the position of editor-in-chief of the magazine I had worked with as an editor and writer for over a year, I finally got my full circle moment. As I now reflect on my relationship with writing, I realize what finally got me to not just understand words but actually appreciate them was when I recognized their power to create change.

Undaunted is the word I would use to summarize the culmination of this semester's work. From enticing weekly articles to photoshoots that have crossed the lines of what The Buzz has done before, one thing we were not afraid to do was be bold with our impact. As they say, those who are well behaved seldom make history, and The Buzz was ready to make waves this time around.

Anyone can take a pen to paper, or, in this case, fingers to a keyboard. What makes the difference is the passion and intensity behind the person writing the story, and as I looked into the eyes of our members at each meeting and event, there was no doubt in my mind that these were the kind of people who had that exact fervor and dedication towards their craft. 

Now putting the final touches on this edition, I am finding myself continuously in awe of the sheer ability of a bunch of college students to create an entire lifestyle magazine from scratch—and believe me, it’s a process that truly takes a village. 

I hate that people say print is going the way of the dinosaurs, because I think that’s far from the truth. Those who think that have probably never held their own work in their hands or seen first-hand the impact their words can have on people. As my favorite author, Mark Zusack, once said, those who can understand the true power of words are the ones who will climb the highest. So to my fellow Buzz members who have played a role in making this magazine what it is, know that you are already on your way there.

With love,

Your Co-Editor-in-Chief, 

Analise Bruno 

Xo.

SS’24, Saved by The Buzz