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There are a number of ways this club has contributed to my growth as
a person but I found greatest inspiration from these seniors that consistently proved themselves not just as members but just amazing examples of humanity.
Fanny: My OG CKI mom. A better one does not exist. Creepy Fiends, an
award-winning family, will always be special to me and she is an overwhelmingly part of that. This girl seriously cares, to this day, about the
well-being of all her cubbies. Having her and Papa Richard as parents
made the biggest positive impact on my life at UCLA, no contest. She is
half my size but has more strength that anyone I know, surviving every
single obstacle life has thrown at her over these past 4 years.The compassion, generosity, and love that pours out of her heart is incredible
and my only regret is not telling her how much I respect and value her as
often as she deserves to hear it.
JennLai: Fanny’s inseparable counterpart. An extraordinary person that
is so vibrant in character and has such tenacity for life. Someone that
brightens every room she enters. Unmatched in her devotion to her duties and responsibilities while caring for everyone around her more than
she does for herself. She infects everyone with her spirit and warmth
and if you’ve ever felt at home in this club people like her are the reason
why.
Carol: Hai sister. Confident, independent, fellow tea enthusiast, genuinely adorable. One of the most down-to-earth girls I know. The only person
in this world that can give a hug with such meaning it drowns you in her
adoration and kindness. She has such a giving heart and honestly I don’t
think I can make another friend in the future quite like her.
Vincent: If there is one thing I will remember about ‘college years’ it will
be having a quintessential bro friendship with someone and his positive
attitude 24/7 made that easier than it should have been. Seriously this
guy never stops smiling or being optimistic about everything. I’m really
proud of him, his dedication as a family head and to his future.
Stacey: The first CKI member I met and the last one I would ever forget. I
envy how selfless and loyal she can be to others and this club all while being generally awesome across the board as a person and friend. I haven’t
met anyone with such character, vigor and passion for life. She’s a friend
you can rely on time after time and expects nothing in return and without her I would not have been part of CKI. Truly an amazing individual.
I have gained more happiness and wisdom through experiences with
many of you in this club than I would have otherwise. I hope everyone
remains incredible and continue making impacts like these on each others lives.
Best,
Sidney
Sidney Iriana
UC Los Angeles