It is impossible for me to write this without an air of finality. Even though I am not dying or heading off to war or even graduating anytime soon, I write here of a story which has come to end. Although our paper and our friendships endure, nothing will ever be quite the same. I hope, and sincerely believe, that I am not the only one who is watching this year come to a close with more than a touch of sadness. But close it does, and for the best.
Next year brings new leaders, new stories, new challenges to be met and overcome.
I am proud and deeply satisfied with our accomplishments this year, and excited beyond words at The Independent s prospects for next year under the leaders and staff who will make the future possible. So let it be written, so let it be done. Perry has been editor in chief and is a theology and English junior.