Letter from the Editor 2012-2013 OneWorld Team Editor-In-Chief Jessie Fleming Assistant Editors: Jackie Dillon Eddie Legaspi Corinne McClure Matt Walling Design and Layout: Jessie Fleming Contributing Authors: Nicki Affonso-McMorrow Eddie Legaspi Jessica Morley Timothy Orton Lorren Patterson Special Thanks to: Dr. Ellen Maccarone Dr. Andrea Bertotti Metoyer Stephanie Plowman Joanne Shiosaki Gonzaga Student Publications
Dear Readers,
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s we wrap up the newest edition of OneWorld, we never stop being conscious of social justice and what we can do to fight the injustices of today’s world. At Gonzaga University, it is a core value to be aware of the injustices that occur each and every day. As we witness these injustices, it is our duty as a university and community to shed light on these issues. In the words of Franklin Delano Roosevelt, “In these days of difficulty, we Americans everywhere must and shall choose the path of social justice…the path of faith, the path of hope, and the path of love toward our fellow man.” The articles, poems, and photos in this year’s edition aim to strike passion for social justice into the hearts of our readers. From the issues of modern day slavery to the injustices experienced by students in a middle school, we hope that you will be moved to take a stand against the social injustices of the world. As you read through this edition of OneWorld, we hope that you take from the authors’ experiences and ask yourself, “What can I do to help?” Whether it is just being aware of the issues or doing something about it, we hope this year’s edition inspires you. You may just be one person, but together we can all be OneWorld. Sincerely, Jessie Fleming Editor-In-Chief
Interested in writing? We are looking for stories of social justice that will inspire our community. E-mail us at oneworld@zagmail.gonzaga.edu
Cover Photo by Kayla Heyer