We’re excited to highlight a special match from the Pairs with Pride program at our University of Michigan chapter. A wonderful friendship has grown between student Michelle and her pair Beth.  Over the past several months, the pair has built a meaningful connection through regular conversations, puzzles, and shared stories about their lives. Many of their meetings take place at the library, where they’ve developed a tradition of working on puzzles together—recently completin

When Charlie and Joy first met, their conversation flowed easily. What started as a simple first meeting quickly turned into a friendship built on curiosity, laughter, and meaningful conversation. Joy is warm, welcoming, and full of stories, and Charlie loved getting to learn about her life and interests right away. During their early visits, Charlie helped Joy with a few practical things—working on her computer, helping start an online tutoring application, and assisting aro

Meet Jennifer and Ms. Teresa from the University of Houston! From the very beginning, their visits have felt warm, relaxed, and easy. They often spend their time watching the news together, chatting about current events, and catching up on life. Ms. Teresa cares deeply about her family and lights up when talking about the people who mean the most to her. Family stories are often at the center of their conversations, and Jennifer enjoys listening and learning more about the ex

Meet Heather and Mr. Lonnie from the University of Florida! Since their very first meeting, the two quickly found a natural rhythm built on storytelling, music, and meaningful conversation. Lonnie has a gift for sharing his life experiences — from his childhood in Mississippi and his time at Mississippi State, to his career in pharmaceuticals and his service in the merchant marines during WWII. Each visit brings a new story, often told with vivid detail and a deep sense of pr