Growth in the Midst of Struggle
2022 Theme
The 2022 theme—“Growth in the Midst of Struggle”—reflects the resilience and strength of the global community during such difficult times. The works herein focus on the journeys we have lived, particularly those experienced by people from diverse and underrepresented backgrounds.
My Blue Mind
Isabella Wellman-Webster - St. Lawrence University
She provided a cocoon etched against the tide lines, encompassing my existence. I was a part of her, a living organism in her womb. Within her, I was free. Free from the pull of living in a world of anger. Free from the tugs on my tummy line, the jiggle of my thighs.
Son of a Tempest
David Lamm - Virginia Commonwealth University
I’ve hated storms all of my life, because they’ve always reminded me of my father. To this day, I still cover my ears in hopes that it will protect me from the memories. So that I won’t end up back in that nostalgic corner of my youth where I would, for mere moments, feel safe.
8 de marzo 2020, CDMX & Mi ciudad está llena de colores
Carla Verver y Vargas - University of the Incarnate Word
We avoid the streets,
every day except
that one day in March.
China Doll: An Update
Emma Hua - American University
China Doll is abducted by a man with fair hands and blond hair.
China Doll is dropped and earns her first crack.