Letter From The Art Director

Hello dear readers,

Thanks for picking up Issue 3 of The Wake. This year we’ve gone back to bi-monthly issues and with more opportunities to showcase amazing art, I couldn’t be more excited!

My experience with The Wake has been different, to say the least. I joined my freshman year as a Music and Reviews intern, moved to the art team as an Art Intern the following year, and this year, as a junior, I’ve been given the opportunity to serve as Art Director. 

This fall, The Wake has had some very topical content, such as the violence of fraternity culture, Line 3, university vaccine mandates, and even the rise of pop star Olivia Rodrigo. Whatever you’re looking for, The Wake will provide. That’s what I love about working at this magazine. Everyone has a unique outlook on how the world works, which can make their articles and art incredibly thought-provoking. And by being a part of The Wake, I’ve met lifelong friends.  

Lately, I’ve found myself thinking more and more about what success and happiness look like. Ever since I was a freshman in high school, I’ve had different ideas about who I wanted to be and what my future held. From marine biologist, to actress, to geneticist, to journalist, to whatever the hell strategic communication is, I know that college has provided the tools and experiences to figure out who I am. And hey, if I can’t, there’s always grad school, right? Kidding. Maybe?

Finally, as Art Director, I feel it is my responsibility to encourage everyone to keep creating. Whether it’s photography, painting, knitting, making TikToks, or making popsicle stick crafts, do what makes you happy. 

Signing off, 

Megan Bormann

Art Director