Kaile and I were unexpectedly paired in temporary dorm housing during sorority recruitment at Washington State University in 2009. We clicked right away, bonding over our shared major, similar interests and the fact that we were both transferring from universities in California, each hoping to build meaningful friendships before stepping into the real world. Kaile is the most amazing friend I could ever ask for—and one of the rare few whose advice I will take. From Coug games and frat parties to international trips and deep conversations about our careers, families and relationships, she’s been by my side through it all. I feel incredibly lucky to have her in my life.

Despite enduring relentless tormenting as the younger brother, Brandon is still willing to be the best man. His easygoing attitude and knack for making any situation more fun are refreshing reminders to laugh a little more and stress a little less. From the early days as bunk bed mates, he’s always had my back when times have been the toughest, and I’m grateful to have him by my side this summer.

Amanda and I met in 2010 when I welcomed her into Greek life at AOII at WSU. Over the years, we’ve made countless trips to visit each other, spent time with each other’s families, and grown up side by side, always supporting one another. What I admire most about Amanda is that she knows exactly what she wants and pursues it unapologetically. We became fast friends, bonding over fashion, design and our mutual love of shopping. There’s no one else I’d catch COVID for on a trip to Nashville or stay up all night with making flower arrangements before a wedding—but for Amanda, I’d do just about anything. She’s the kind of loyal friend who always puts me at ease and I love her dearly.

I’ve known Robbie since the third grade. I was new to the school district, we were paired as deskmates, and he conveniently lived around the corner – the friendship has flourished ever since. We grew up together through elementary, middle, and high school, and even lived as roommates in college. Though we now live on opposite ends of the country, a phone call always brings us back to countless laughs, no matter how much time has passed.

Kelsey and I first met in college through our sorority in 2009, but we didn’t really become close until our last year in Pullman when we shared the best room in the chapter house. From late-night study sessions for PR classes to spontaneous midnight adventures and endless laughs over the randomness captured in my infamous camera roll, every moment with her has been pure joy. What I cherish most about Kelsey is how effortlessly we pick up where we left off—whether it's been a year without talking or even longer without seeing each other. Our marathon 3+ hour phone calls are wild, but I wouldn’t trade them for anything. Somehow, we’re complete opposites, yet we just get each other perfectly. I love our friendship beyond words.

I met Trey in driver’s ed and we instantly clicked with a shared sense of humor and aspirations to be the next Jimmy Page – little attention was paid to the rules of the road. The friendship grew over road trips to Northern Michigan, bus rides through Argentina, beach hangs in San Diego, and calm boat excursions in Tampa Bay. He’s a true friend who's always checking in and would drop everything to help those around him.