Meg Matich, C’11

The Poetry of Expression

Meg Matich, C’11, has had numerous achievements since her graduation, including an MFA in literary translation and poetry from Columbia University, the publication of many books and translation projects, and the creation of her own marketing agency as only a handful of her listed successes. Of all of the obstacles she’s faced, however, her most difficult challenge has been practicing compassion in parts of her life. She explained that kindness can be difficult to choose—it’s an action. While the world is not always kind back, that shouldn’t stop us from practicing empathy and love.

Matich expressed how her time at SVC taught her this idea conceptually, but she didn’t begin to understand and apply the idea until later in life. In turn, listening to others and finding one’s voice is crucial to fully express this concept She explained that, at its root, translation is about listening: choosing to listen, be critical, be honest.

Her compassion remains an inspiration, and Matich continues to seek balance and show patience in all parts of her life, regardless of the uncertain world around her. She eagerly looks to the future after her recent acceptance into Harvard University’s Institute of World Literature.