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Notes From an Average Girl // Notes from my junior year

1 week ago | pittnews.com | Bridget Pohl |Madeline Milchman

Notes from an Average Girl is a biweekly, relatable blog about navigating college life. 9:19 am As my junior year comes to an end, I have a lot to look back on. While I have probably said this about every year so far, this one has been the best of my college career — and I suspect it will remain my favorite. Half the school year I spent prancing around Europe, and the other half I spent seriously contemplating my future plans. During my fall semester, I experienced culture shock.
Joseph M. Katz Graduate School of Business ranked No. 39 in ‘Best Colleges for Future Leaders’ - The Pitt News

2 months ago | pittnews.com | Grace McNally |Bridget Pohl |Briana Bindus

The Joseph M. Katz Graduate School of Business ranked No. 39 on Time’s “Best Colleges for Future Leaders” list in 2025, an increase from 2024, when it ranked No. 51 out of 125 national universities. Pitt’s ability to produce future leaders is unsurprising to Sara Moeller, senior associate dean for teaching and learning.
Fifth Avenue welcomes a new boba shop, TAPILAB, to Oakland

Jan 21, 2025 | pittnews.com | Bridget Pohl |Sarah George

Nestled among Oakland favorites, including Raising Cane’s and Insomnia Cookies, the newest addition to the dining scene along Fifth Avenue is a bubble tea cafe, TAPILAB. The new boba shop opened up in late December 2024 with a “soft launch,” taking the spot where Gussy’s Bagels & Pizzeria used to sit. TAPILAB joins in competition with the other 12 boba shops that already reside in Oakland, including Fuku Tea and Tsaocaa, with its official grand opening last Wednesday.
Police blotter: Jan. 1 - Jan. 8

Jan 10, 2025 | pittnews.com | Bridget Pohl

8:48 am Wednesday, January 1Pitt police assisted City police with a domestic disturbance at the Wyndham Pittsburgh University Center. Thursday, January 2Pitt police assisted City police with a report regarding criminal mischief and trespassing on the 3600 block of Fifth Avenue. Friday, January 3Pitt police conducted a warrant arrest in the Litchfield Tower lobby. An officer took a report regarding the theft of a bicycle at the Law School. Investigation pending.
New app ParkZen aims to fix lack of parking on campus - The Pitt News

Jan 10, 2025 | pittnews.com | Bridget Pohl

Parking at Pitt has been a sore subject for years due to lack of spots and accessibility. Despite the decade-long waitlist and the many problems surrounding parking, Jonathan Pearson, director of mobility for the University, believes Pitt’s newest app will combat these issues. “There will always be demand for parking and parking permits,” said Pearson. “Our main goal in launching Pitt Park was to give our students, faculty and staff priority when reserving in our lots and garages.”On Dec.
Sewage smells across Oakland causing concern for students and everyday passers

Nov 15, 2024 | pittnews.com | Grace McNally |Ella Cool |Bridget Pohl

Many students across campus have encountered strong sewage smells when walking through Oakland, raising concerns about health and public safety at Pitt. Although brief exposure to sewage odors, such as walking by a manhole, pose “no risk to health” according to Molly Stitt-Fischer, director of environmental health and safety at Pitt, students are still unsatisfied.
Students, professors prepare for tense election night

Nov 6, 2024 | pittnews.com | Briana Bindus |Bridget Pohl

According to Geoffrey Glover, a teaching professor at Pitt, the election season thus far has been “an absolute roller coaster” — which is also how people felt on Election Day. “We’ve had a couple of very dramatic shifts in terms of the candidates and arguments and narratives,” Glover said. All Pitt classes, except labs, were asynchronous on Tuesday in observance of Election Day.
Faith’s Findings // “Arcane”

Oct 9, 2024 | pittnews.com | Bridget Pohl |Faith Richardson

I love comfort and hate the unknown. There’s something so enticing about knowing what’s going to happen and being able to control as much as I can, so I follow strict routines almost daily. I can’t stand going to new places or when something interrupts my usual plan for the day. What can I say? I’m a creature of habit. But that’s something I’m going to work on, starting with this blog.
City Couture | 9-5 Wardrobe

Oct 9, 2024 | pittnews.com | Bridget Pohl |Marisa Funari

First impressions are crucial. With internship and interview season upon us, it’s incredibly important to ensure that this first impression goes well. Your outfit is one of the first things people will notice about you and will give an impression before you even shake a person’s hand. Whether you are seeking to work in a corporate office or for a local business, it is important to dress to impress.
Nursing students proud of Pitt’s Bachelor of Science Nursing program ranking fourth in the nation

Oct 9, 2024 | pittnews.com | Bridget Pohl

Pitt’s Bachelor of Science in Nursing program was recently ranked fourth in the nation by U.S. News & World Report. Kaylee Snyder, first-year nursing student, said that Pitt’s nursing program stood out to her because of opportunities that she couldn’t get at other universities. “They have a lot of research opportunities and their skills lab I know is awesome,” Snyder said.