Set in the year 2200, "The Valentine Project" is a dystopian short story where a unified world government confines citizens to Canada due to global nuclear contamination. Children are separated by gender from infancy until eighteen, when they undergo tests to determine their ideal spouse. The narrative follows Scarlett, a graduating girl, as she prepares to leave for the testing facility, highlighting her bond with eleven-year-old Kinsley and the societal structures that define their existence.

This article features an interview with emerging artist Marko Grgurevich, professionally known as Simeon Marko, a Studio Art major at Boston College. He discusses his upbringing, the development of his passion for art, and his creative process. Grgurevich reflects on his participation in the "Emergence" exhibition and shares insights into his artistic journey and future aspirations.