LETTER FROM THE EDITOR

Dear Converge Readers,

After almost two years, I am so excited to share the third issue of Converge Magazine. Our first issue was inspired by attending a college journalism conference. That impact has come full circle as this year’s team was influenced by the fellow student journalists we met at another national journalism conference to highlight the diverse voices in our community.

Two months into the Spring 2023 semester, we were determined to bring our vision to life: a magazine in which we can connect with readers through our pages, both visually and narratively.

Our team finally had the opportunity to work on Converge hands-on for the first time since the pandemic. Each writer, photographer, artist and page designer put their mind and body in the spaces that produce these stories.

Inside this magazine is a collection of unique, multicultural experiences, written by students who were committed to bringing them beyond the parameters of California State University, Bakersfield. Together, we gathered a range of stories about artists, advocates, families and cultures, offering advice and excitement that is accessible to our readers. From honoring a relative’s legacy by helping those in need, to tips on how to be a punk-rock parent, there is something for everyone to take away from Converge.

Thank you for your support and readership, and for opening your minds to celebrate this community that we share. With that, I invite you to another year of stories where you can read about where our lives converge.

Haydee Barahona Converge Editor