“Spending time to learn and to gather better information is what we do most in our lives. We go to school, spend time there, and learn things important in our life. We do this only for one reason, to be happy.”

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.