by Dallas Simms, The University of Virginia , '17
She never knew me, but boy did I know her. We walked like zombies for the first week after she went missing. Everyone’s heads were facing down as their minds wandered in confusion and fear. How could this have happened, and what actually did happen? She was all around...
by Dallas Simms, The University of Virginia , '17
“Who discovered the electron?” my brother asks as we study for our chemistry test. “All I remember is that it starts with a J, but it’s just a name and a word. How are we supposed to memorize the association if it means nothing to us?” He cleverly responds: “J.J...
by Dallas Simms, The University of Virginia , '17
I’m on a mission. While walking around the campus of my dream college, I try to blend in with all the college students to get a feel of what life is like at the University. As it nears lunchtime, I eagerly join a crowd of hungry students and walk into the dining...
by Dallas Simms, The University of Virginia , '17
I knew her, but she didn’t know me. Alexia had posted on the UVA Class of 2017 Facebook group over the summer with a link to her Youtube channel. Her cover of “Skinny Love” by Bon Iver was amazing. When I saw her in the dining hall that Tuesday afternoon, I instantly...
by Dallas Simms, The University of Virginia , '17
In the end, it is people that mean the most in life. No amount of money or successful careers could ever compete with the laughter and love felt among human beings. Exactly one year ago, my twin brother and I were in the chaotic midst of the college process, adding...
