During the start of the pandemic, my wife and I began to take an interest in soap making. After reading forums, watching online videos, and taking a brief virtual class via YouTube, we decided to try it out. It’s very rewarding to take lye water, oils, fragrances, and colorants and turn them into soap that you can actually use. The soap has been great to share with others as gifts as well! —Terrence Haynes, assistant director of residence life