New Student Guide 2021, part 1 of 2

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FIVE TIPS FOR MAKING THE MOST OF PITT’S CAMPUS

Julia Kreutzer

Senior Staff Columnist There’s nothing like a pandemic trapping us inside for over a year to make us cherish the amenities of an on-campus, in-person academic experience. As a member of the only remaining class who has experienced a full year on campus, here is my definitive guide to making the most of your time here. The best place to cry on campus is the Frick Fine Arts Atrium The transition from high school to college is often one fraught with stress, anxiety and worry. For those afternoons when you’ve just failed your first exam, miss your parents or are fed up with eating the same stir fry from Market for two weeks straight, the Frick Fine Arts Atrium is your best friend. Rather than

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breaking down in front of your roommate — who is likely some stranger from “outside of Philly'' that you met on Facebook — why not shed your tears surrounded by picturesque gardens, beautiful architecture and a sole studio arts student walking back from class? This building is often pretty empty, since it is set apart from the rest of campus by Schenley Plaza. And as a bonus, on your way back to your dorm you can stop by Asia Tea House to cry into some $4 sushi. Bagels from Benedum or Posvar? Choose your fighter. This may be the most controversial statement I’ve made to date in my time at The Pitt News. The Einstein Bros.

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Play club, intramural sports to stay active

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pages 44-50

To get full Pitt Athletics experience, fans must invest in non-revenue sports

1min
pages 40-41

Who’s who: Your guide to the big names at Pitt

2min
page 43

Staff Picks: Movies made in Pittsburgh

1min
pages 34-35

The top five Pitt programs to watch in 2021

1min
page 42

‘The greater social good’: Preparations underway for the Year of Data and Society

1min
page 39

Kenny Pickett, preparing for final campaign, isn’t ready to leave Pittsburgh just yet

1min
page 38

Pitt a capella groups reflect on past year, discuss new season

1min
pages 36-37

Crossword: Yinzer Riddles

2min
page 33

A Pitt student's guide to buying the perfect fish

1min
page 32

Pitt Stages to return with live, in-person theater this fall

1min
pages 30-31

Pitt students share their favorite Oakland boba tea shops

3min
pages 28-29

Staff Picks: The best nature spots at Pitt

1min
page 27

Cast a wide net to find the activities and clubs you love

1min
pages 18-19

Five tips for making the most of Pitt’s campus

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page 21

Enjoy the small pleasures of college

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page 20

A symphony of college life

1min
page 26

The guide to a hot, vaccinated and anxious girl summer

4min
pages 16-17

Photo collage: Oakland sights

2min
pages 12-14

Nicola Foote ‘excited’ to take over as new Honors College dean

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page 15

In post-playing days, Akeo bridges two generations of Pitt volleyball excellence

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page 11

Pitt provides COVID-19 vaccine incentives, no plans for vaccine requirement

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‘All you have to do is reach out’: Getting involved in Pitt’s student organizations

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page 5

New and old, Pitt football boasts exciting traditions

2min
page 7

Compass looks to further improve Pitt dining experience this fall

6min
pages 8-9

Health restrictions, spirits lift as Pitt updates COVID guidelines

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page 10
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