.086 Dan Knies

I remember when I met Dan, one of my first thoughts was, can someone really be this nice as a person? The answer is yes, and it’s just the start of why Dan is a wonderful human being and friend. When he was joining our fraternity, everyone couldn’t stop talking about how easygoing Dan was and what a joy it was just to converse with him. He’s basically the human embodiment of a smile, and being around him brings so much comfort and relaxed joy.

In addition to Dan’s genuinely sweet personality, he’s also super smart and a lovely and loyal friend. In groups of friends and in the fraternity as a whole, Dan’s voiced mattered and carried weight. He’s straightforward and empathetic and is truly focused on what is best for those around him, altogether leading a life directed by compassion.

Dan, thank you very much for being such a breath of fresh air, especially at a school and in a city where that can be tough to find in a person. Thank you for always being so positive and honest and for looking at the best in people. Thank you for being my friend and for being such a dear friend and confidante to so many others as well. Thank you, Dan, for being you.

-BD