Each tale is nailed to a sorry cross, for would such sinners be a great loss? She was one, a long time ago, and her story is just as they …
Written by
Kirsten Nyakoe
The Greatest Gift of All
By: Kirsten Nyakoe “Merry Christmas!” A chorus of voices shout as I walk in. My eyes widen as I take in the atmosphere of the room. Everyone’s faces are filled …
Words Heard ‘Round the World
By: Kirsten Nyakoe Thank you. Gracias. Merci. Asante. ありがとう. 谢谢. شكراً. All mean the same thing and are fairly straightforward. Showing thankfulness verbally is easy enough; most people do it …
A Message to My Coils
Standing in the mirror, I turn and look at my coils. At the end of the hair type list, it’s not for the weak: So much care they need, serums …
The Colors of the World
By: Kirsten Nyakoe First day of kindergarten, it’s time to learn— the colors of the world—the rainbow, I’d discern. Red, orange, yellow, green, followed by blue! Those are the colors …
The Art of Narrative Poetry
Poems come in many different forms—odes, sonnets, elegies, lyrics, haiku—but for me, none stand out quite as much as the narrative poem. When writing a poem, it can be hard …
The Art of Story-Writing
The art of story-writing is a never-ending road. Start with the characters, they’re important! Give them unique designs, striking personalities, and characteristics that sing their own tune. Make sure to …
Eternally
The heart wishes for boundless, eternal bliss; A time to smile, and a time to remiss. A wish for two hearts forever intertwined, for a love that cannot be confined; …
Though the Light Fades, I Never Will
Just how much more can my heart endure? For this ailment, I offer no cure. Fiery passion rises in the east, But it is my heart that loves it least; …
Sharing Talent at the 2023 Fall Art Show
The arts have always played a huge part at OLu—our very own Nechita center is named after one of our alumni, Alexandra Nechita. It should come as no surprise that …