The Last Night on Campus

Springfield College Students

This image is from a snapchat, and it depicts the students in the backyards of the Townhouses on the last night we were allowed on campus. Students here were all together one last time before quarantine set in and school was moved to online classes for the remainder of the semester.

This photo is very different from most photos seen during this time. I'm sure seeing a photo of a large group of people together during this pandemic isn't very common anymore (this photo was taken before social distancing regulations were put in place). However, I chose to use this photo because of the significance behind it. The emotions, thoughts, and feelings of the students at Springfield College during this time is something that can never be captured by a photograph. However, this photo was taken on the last night students were allowed on campus. Earlier that day many sports teams had their seasons cancelled, and the outlook on the rest of the semester was dreary for everyone. We were all on edge, with no idea of what was to come next. But, one last time everyone came together to more or less say their goodbyes, and have a good time with friends. Although there was no official word from Springfield College about moving classes to an online platform, many seniors knew this night was their last night in college. Behind this photo, in the events that cannot be seen, are what make this image so significant to me. Everyone in this group has a different story; every person has their own experiences, had to say their own goodbyes to their friends, or is dealing with their own problems with online classes. However this captures everyone as a community one last time before the loneliness of quarantine set in.

Grace Holstein

Springfield College

Grace Holstein

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