Words mean more than what is set down on paper. It takes the human voice to infuse them with shades of deeper meaning. Maya Angelou Cover art and design by Dylan Huber Our Voices is a publication of the Gonzaga University Student Media Board. All questions and comments regarding Our Voices should be directed to
[email protected]. All contributions to Our Voices are created and designed by students, alumni, staff, and faculty of Gonzaga University. The views expressed in the publication do not necessarily refelct the views of the Our Voices staff, the Student Media Board, or the University. All content © 2020 Our Voices in collaboration with The 10th Annual Diversity Monologues Dear Reader, Inside this journal is bravery. It is a celebration of culture and it is a reminder of the beauty diversity gives our world. It creates a space that allows people to speak their truths on difficult topics. At times, the pieces on these pages will make you angry. They will make you sad. They will make you happy. First and foremost, they will make you think. Reading this journal is an opportunity to reflect on the experiences of others, no matter how similar or how different they might be to your own. It is a chance to listen to voices who have not always been heard. Now is a time to value difference. I was first introduced to this amazing journal at the 8th Annual Our Voices Staff Diversity Monologues. The partnership between Our Voices and the Diversity Monologues is near and dear to my heart.