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Fresh Perspective | Final Farewell

By Julia Smeltzer, Digital Manager • April 19, 2024

In the last edition of Fresh Perspective, digital manager Julia Smeltzer says goodbye to her four years at The Pitt News with her final farewell.

The Ladybug | Adoption’s impact and final remarks

By Abigail Duncan, Staff Writer • April 19, 2024

In this final edition of The Ladybug, Abigail Duncan shares her final remarks about being an Asian adoptee on Pitt’s campus.

The Archives | Don’t worry, I rounded up all your Pinterest dreams for your summer closet

By Hannah Beil, Staff Writer • April 19, 2024

In this edition of “The Archives,” staff writer Hannah Beil lists out where you may have seen a certain swimsuit or sundress trend on runways, and how to get your hands on current renditions of those items.

Shamelessly Compiled | Finishing at a Start Line

By Belle O'Hara, Staff Writer • April 19, 2024

In this edition of Shamelessly Compiled, staff writer Belle O’Hara reflects on her last weeks as a college student and navigating life beyond it.

Notes From an Average Girl | Notes from a scared traveler

By Madeline Milchman, Senior Staff Writer • April 18, 2024

In this edition of Notes From an Average Girl, senior staff writer Madeline Milchman writes about making the best out of her upcoming study abroad experience in Barcelona.

Long Story Short | Nothing can make me hate Rory Gilmore

By Emma Hannan, Staff Writer • April 18, 2024

In this edition of “Long Story Short,” staff writer Emma Hannan discusses how the raw portrayal of Rory Gilmore in “Gilmore Girls” gives her the inspiration to make her own mistakes and learn from them along the way.

Don’t Be a Stranger | A Survival Guide to Change

By Sophia Viggiano, Staff Writer • April 18, 2024

On this edition of Don’t Be a Stranger, staff writer Sophia Viggiano discusses how to handle the inevitability of change.

Fresh Perspective | Dear Julia

By Julia Smeltzer, Digital Manager • April 18, 2024

In this edition of Fresh Perspective, digital manager Julia Smeltzer writes a letter to her first-year self.

Mimesis | Consumption Challenges are Gross

By Chloe Woodruff, Staff Writer • April 12, 2024

Mimesis is a biweekly blog that analyzes literary and media texts through a philosophical and narrative lens.

Meaning at the Movies | Lady Bird: Longing & Leaving

By Lauren Deaton, Staff Writer • April 12, 2024

In this edition of Meaning at the Movies, staff writer Lauren Deaton explores what makes “Lady Bird” her favorite movie and all it has taught her about herself