Nathan M. Sherman

Nate was such a positive presence in my life. The first time we met was when he taught me to drive the forklift.

It was a long day, and I was the last person to go. For everyone that went, he would ask "are you buckled up?" And they would say "yep! Buckled up!"

We were just about to finish the course when he looked down, then looked back up at me and asked "have you been unbuckled this whole time?" I looked down and looked back up at him and we both just burst out in laughter.

It was my first year in the grad program and it felt like I couldn´t fully be myself. But Nate showed me in that moment that even if I messed up, we could laugh about it together.

Ever since that day, and even now coming back to the school as a lecturer, seeing Nate has only ever brought big smiles and big hugs and asking how we´re doing and making jokes. I will forever be grateful for the positive change Nate has brought to my life, and will continue to bring his positivity to my students, friends, and loved ones.

I´ve attached a photo of his collection of dried oranges from studio clean-ups. It´s another favorite memory I hold so dear. Thank you for your kindness, laughter, joy, and honesty, Nate. You will be beyond missed and forever remembered.