professionalism Archives

Dress for Success Pittsburgh helps women gain confidence, financial independence

By Jiya Narwal, For The Pitt News • March 23, 2023

Dress for Success Pittsburgh is a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping women obtain attire for job interviews, job training, court appearances or any major life changes. They have locations in Lawrenceville and Washington County.

Opinion | Black hair is professional

By Ajani Powell, Staff Columnist • February 16, 2021

Staff columnist Ajani Powell explores the struggle with Black hair and how it hinders the progression of Black people.

Being unprofessional in the classroom hurts your future

By Mariam Shalaby | Columnist • August 21, 2017

“Hey, Jordan!” yelled one of my classmates from the back of the room, grabbing the instructor’s attention. An unconventional way to call the teacher. The disrespect we show in class seems to increase...