Sydney Laput

University of Illinois•Incredibly talented•Amazing artist

What are we going to do without you Sydney? You’ve just been such an integral part of this program for three years; I’m simply at a loss right now, seriously. And it all started with this quiet little sophomore in the back of the room who has just blossomed into this funny, unique, hard working, artistic professional. It’s been a pleasure to have you in class the last three years and I have no doubt that you will achieve great things down the road. Your Beatles painting will hang in my room from this day forward, and I’ll always think of you when I see it. Keep taking pictures and being you; don’t let anyone else tell you otherwise. Good luck to you Sydney and keep in touch, OK? It’s never “goodbye” for me, but “see you soon.” - Mr. Brown

“You never fail to amaze me. I am so beyond impressed by your drive and talent. You are truly one of a kind and I will never forget you. You have left such a mark on this program, you should be SO proud of yourself. We are all beyond proud of you.” - Amelia Pozniak

“Hi Sydney! Duuuude you can’t leave!! You are quite possibly the most talented person I know, and I can’t even begin to express the gratitude I have for you as a friend and an EIC. You are kind, funny, have great taste in music, immensely creative, and beautiful. You are going to do such cool, amazing things, and I can’t wait to see it! You deserve all of the good luck and opportunities coming your way. Come visit us whenever!!” Love, Ellie

“Sydney, Sydney, Sydney. Where do I even start? I cannot begin to express how absolutely talented you are. You are going to be something one day, I stand by that. Not to mention how absolutely essential you’ve been to the program the whole time I’ve been here. What are we going to do without you! I know we don’t talk much, but I’ve always looked up to you as a person. You have this incredible vibe about you that I’m going to miss having around at layouts. You definitely need to visit regularly to help us out when we have no idea what to do for covers. I really can’t believe you’re leaving. Whatever you choose peruse after high school, I know you’ll be great and I wish you all the best for that. You truly deserve it.” Much love, Kate <3

“Oh My Goodness. I am going to miss you so much. Seriously I can not put it in words. I am tearing up just thinking of you leaving. You were SUCH a role model for me since day 1. You have have such an amazing raw talent and mad photo skills that I seriously look up to. You were always so sweet and funny and never failed to amaze me with your covers. Whatever you accomplish later in life, you deserve :) ALSO do not be afraid to reach back out again and come back to help, it will always be appreciated!” - Nikki Darnall

“You have an awesome photography ability!” - Holly Urbanczyk

“Gonna miss you! Best of luck next year!!” - Ally Panzloff

“Congrats!! You’re going to accomplish so much! :)” - Sophia Coronado

“Goodluck with wherever you go in life! I know you’ll do great!” - Gretchen Sweeney

“Your pictures are amazing and your spirit is fantastic. I absolutely love working with you and it has been such a blast getting to know you. I can’t wait to see what your future holds.” - Megan Curry

“good luck in college! your photography is amazing!” - ally berens

“Have fun in college, and wish you the best in the future!” - Austin Zenaty

“It was so nice to have you in class this year! You put so much pride into your work and your photography skills are amazing! I hope whatever’s next to come for you goes well!” - Arianna Joob

“Sydney, you are an insanely talented photographer who has done and will continue to do so many great things. Best of luck!” - Zoe Emerson

“Good luck in college :)” - Shannon Magura

“Good luck on your journey! You will do amazing!” - Brooke Helle

“Sydney! YOU are an incredible photographer and I can’t express that enough. I always loved talking Marvel and The Beatles with you in class. I can’t wait to see what you do, but I know it’ll be amazing! Maybe San Francisco in a Volkswagen Bus?” - Maggie Kirwin

“Your creativity and talent are so inspiring! You’ll be amazing at whatever you put your mind to :)” - Abby Panier

“insanely talented!” - grace helzer

“I’m gonna miss you so so much :,) Thank you for everything the last two years. You are gonna go on to do amazing things :) Good luck!” - Ally Jorgensen

“good luck !” - Luma Acevedo

“I love seeing your photos, they’re just beautiful and so well made, they’re to die for! Stay safe, have a wonderful

time at college, and live life to the fullest :)” - Sara Gebka

“We are all going to miss you and your photos. Class is going to be so different without you. Keep in touch:)” - Rayne Zilch

“Syd, you’re truly the best photographer I know. Thank you for always being so amazing and the sweetest. I’m gonna miss working with you so much:(( please come visit next year!” - Brooke Hamann

“I wish you the best in your next chapter in life.” - Jacey Sola

“A mentor that helped me at the beginning with my camera. Thank You!” - Syed Hashmi

“You’re a nice person, Good luck!!” - Jon hani

“You did such a great job pushing through this year, I’m sure it wasn’t the easiest. I wish you the best with everything coming your way!You have so much talent with photography btw!!” - Lauren Schmit

“Good luck, wishing you all the best!” - Zaina Mohammed

“AMAZING photos and covers this year. Congrats on everything you have accomplished this year.” - Alex Hartleb

“You are one of the coolest people I’ve ever met. I’m so glad we became friends these past two years. You’re such a good mom too.” - Ruhi Gulati