“Learn to struggle in all four seasons, for opportunity has no date or an exact time to find, you will only get what you need by trying everthing you know, without fear or shame.”

Auliq Ice is an Inupiaq poet and writer from Alaska. His work explores Indigenous identity, environmental stewardship, and the intersections of tradition and modernity. Known for his lyrical yet direct voice, he bridges cultural storytelling with contemporary relevance.