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Opinion | Staying organized during the school year is important

By Irene Moran, Senior Staff Columnist • January 22, 2025

With all of these things that I have on my schedule, I often get asked how I keep myself organized.

Former Pitt tight end Dorin Dickerson shines in sports media career

By Aidan Kasner, Staff Writer • January 31, 2024

The pipeline from athlete to employment in the sports industry is a popular and tested way for retired players to continue working in the field that they love. The most famous sports commentators, coaches...

Students compare on-campus versus off-campus jobs

By Ryleigh Lord, News Editor • September 27, 2023

An estimated 40% of full-time college students have jobs. For many Pitt students, the decision between working an on- versus off-campus job comes down to convenience, scheduling and wages.

Opinion | You don’t need a career straight out of college

By Juliana Morello, Staff Columnist • January 31, 2023

When I was younger, I thought college would be the time in my life when I got all my life experience in and figured out who I am and what I want. It is, to some degree, and I’m happy to say that I'm a little bit closer to figuring it all out, but I’m not fully there yet. Well, I’m here to tell you that that’s okay.

Opinion | Entry-level jobs don’t exist anymore

By Kelly Xiong, Staff Columnist • January 31, 2023

If you’re frantically scrolling through LinkedIn, Handshake or Indeed looking for jobs and internships like me, you probably noticed that the standard for entry-level positions has risen exponentially. The idea of entry-level jobs is practically disappearing before our eyes.

Opinion | Everyone needs to work a customer service job

By Lynnette Tibbott, Staff Columnist • September 27, 2022

Columnist Lynnette Tibbott argues that everyone needs to work a customer service job to eliminate job stigmatization and stop our growing social divide.

Opinion | You should be discussing your salary with your coworkers

By Paul Beer, Staff Columnist • September 26, 2022

Columnist Paul Beer explains the legality and necessity of talking pay with your colleagues.

Opinion | Working at Starbucks was the best thing that ever happened to me

By Dalia Maeroff, Opinions Editor • October 5, 2021

Working as a Starbucks barista was my first job at a large company, and while that may sound trivial, it prepared me for the harsh realities of the adult work environment.