Since January 2016 I have been writing for the Odyssey Online at Washington College. In May, I became a Contributing Editor. In June, I became a Community Ambassador and then in November, I became the Editor-in-Chief. I have enjoyed every second of it. However, sometimes you need to let things go and I think it is time that I passed the torch.

This fall I am going to be taking 22 credit hours and auditing two classes. In a way, I feel like I am abandoning my team, but my Odyssey community deserves someone who will be able to put more focus and attention on Creators and their needs. Stepping down does not mean that I am going to just be gone. I will be there to answer any questions that they may have.

To my Creators: I am super proud of you. Each of you has unique talent and produces great content. I have watched you all grow into wonderful young writers. Some of you are new and I have not gotten to know you really well, but I am super excited to see what you produce in the future. I want you all to know that there are going to be weeks when it will be hard to write or you think you can't do it anymore, but I want you to stick with it. Writing for Odyssey is a great learning experience and allows you to get your voice out there. Everyone needs to hear what you have to say. Your opinions and ideas matter. No topic is too crazy for an article.

I am excited to continue to see what everyone writes in the future and I am here for any advice when they need it. I'm not going to be gone for good. I'm just not going to be a part of the team. This was a very difficult decision to make and I'm really sad, but in the end, it is best for not only for myself, but for the community as well.

Stay creative and happy writing!