This story originally appeared on Northwestern’s News21 website in August 2009.

For many graduates, the first years after college are the time to figure out the direction their lives will take. Some find themselves in places such as New York City, Portland, or Austin. But for others, there is Marfa, Texas.

Drawing by Melina Kolb
Music by Adam Bork: http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/adambork