Love is in the air, but there aren't just romantic feelings floating around: Galentine's Day has become just as popular as its traditional counterpart, if not more. With its focus on invaluable, sometimes-lifelong platonic friendships,

For many at Dartmouth, commemorating the importance of female support has become a meaningful aspect of Valentine’s Day. Montesano ultimately believes that — by shifting attention away from romantic relationships and instead centering the day around “a different kind of love” — Valentine’s Day has become an empowering holiday.

Who created Galentine's Day? The day was created by the bubbly bureaucrat, Leslie Knope, a fictional character from the 2009 sitcom "Parks and Recreation." Knope was played by actress Amy Poehler and the "holiday" came to life during the series' season 2,

Inspired by the show "Parks and Recreation," Galentine's Day is a celebration of female friendships. It's a reminder that while a valentine may come and go, our closest girls are often the true loves of our lives.