Cristian Raya
Chief Graphic Designer and Staff Writer
If you told me three and a half years ago that I would be chief designer for my university newspaper and graduating college early, I would have called you crazy. Graduating from college felt like a long way away when I stepped in to Lewis Hall for the first time. Now, it’s just right around the corner. These last three and a half years have flown by faster than I could ever imagine and I wish they could have lasted longer. Along the way, I have had the pleasure of meeting and taking classes with many amazing and inspirational professors that have made my DU experience memorable. Even though much of the college experience was interrupted by the COVID-19 pandemic, I would not change it for anything.
Working on the Star has been such an unforgettable experience that I am grateful to have been a part of. I want to thank Dr. Carrie and Bill Kerr for recommending me to work as a designer, and their guidance as I pursued a major in Corporate Communication and a minor in Graphic Design. I also want to thank Shonda for her guidance and commitment to the paper as I have worked on the Star throughout the years. I want to also thank my family and friends for their continued support and encouragement as I continued my academic journey and paved my own way. And last but not least, I want to thank Azhley for being the greatest editor-in-chief, leader, partner and best friend that the Star team and I could ever ask for. I am honored and grateful to have been able to work with such an amazing team of writers and designers who are passionate about sharing news and stories that impact the Dominican community.
Best of luck to our amazing team of writers and designers for next semester!
-Cristian
craya@mydom.edu
