It was an honor to get to know Mohammad. He brought so much lightness and joy to our class, and I was so eager to witness the amazing things he was bound to accomplish at Case and beyond.

I saw him only last Wednesday while walking past the Sears building on my way to teach. I'm grateful that my last memory of him is seeing that witty, slightly sarcastic, and genuinely caring smile that he seemed to reserve especially for his English teachers this past summer.

My heart is broken for the grief his family, friends, and classmates must be feeling right now. I too would like to thank those who shared their memories here, and to offer whatever support I can as we all mourn his loss. I'm wishing healing and love to all of you.

Ray