Kenyon’s alumni are some of the best and brightest in the world (we happen to think). In this new feature, we’ll be celebrating some of our most beloved Kenyon alums with the highest honor any mortal can hope to achieve: notes/letters published on the Internet. Yes, that’s right, the Internet.

Dear Jonathan Winters,

Okay, so technically you never graduated from Kenyon, but that won’t stop us from featuring you on our website for a second. You made it big, kid, and we love stories like that, just having you associated with Kenyon is enough to count you among our most illustrious alumni. And sure, a lot of kids might not know who you are anymore, but that doesn’t dim your light one bit. I’ll admit, I had no idea who you were until extremely recently, but ever since I figured it out, you’ve been a personal hero of mine.

You went into comedy, a personal goal of mine, and you left a mark on the whole business. Apart from being renowned for your comedic talents and persona, you were also a role model for comedians dealing with mental health concerns, like Maria Bamford, a contribution that cannot be understated.

For me, one of your biggest achievements, which may have seemed one of the more inconsequential for you, is that you were featured on an episode of The New Scooby-Doo Movies, as yourself. That’s HUGE. You have literally reached the top of the top. Hats off to you, sir. You’re an inspiration.

Love,

Elizabeth