By Gerardine Syquia Discovering Beauty in the Ordinary In the constant pursuit of excellence, it is easy to lose sight of what truly matters most. There are mornings when the alarm rings, and before I even open my eyes, I have already felt the weight of the day that has not even happened yet. My body is awake, but my mind is tired. My heart feels heavy, and I still manage to stand up. I fix my bed. I brush my teeth. I move. I believe that students and faculty alike are very