Bri Griffith, Carlow University

Portland State University’s Student Sex Worker Outreach Project Aims to Normalize Sex Work

Bri Griffith, Carlow University

As students struggle to afford the rising costs of college, one program is confronting the reality of student sex workers by supporting them.…

February 2, 2017

Thinking About Earning an MFA in Creative Writing?

Bri Griffith, Carlow University

From one student researching MFA programs to another, here are some of the key factors that you should be considering.…

January 23, 2017

4 Hilarious Responses from Artists Who Were Asked to Perform at Donald Trump’s Inauguration

Bri Griffith, Carlow University

As a response to the rejections, Trump claimed that he wants 'the people' at his inauguration, which is a bummer, because they won’t be there either.…

January 16, 2017

Meet the Pittsburgh Senior Whose Intersectional Activism Caught the Attention of CNN

Bri Griffith, Carlow University

Hannah has worked for “The Fourth Wave,” Pitt’s intersectional feminist publication, as well as the “Pitt News,” and will be doing TFA after she graduates.…

January 5, 2017

4 Women Who Made History in 2016

Bri Griffith, Carlow University

Though women had a tough year overall, these examples prove that, slowly but surely, progress is still being made.…

December 31, 2016

Intelligent Design: Tips for Creative Students in Need of a Personal Website

Bri Griffith, Carlow University

Students in creative fields need personal websites more than anyone. Here’s how to get started.…

December 25, 2016

How You Can Help Put an End to Police Violence

Bri Griffith, Carlow University

If you have no idea where to start, here are some ways you can raise your voice and help end police brutality.…

December 15, 2016

5 Books About Race That Will Change Your Outlook on Life

Bri Griffith, Carlow University

These authors present the world of racial injustice in a whole new light—a light that can’t be overlooked.…

December 10, 2016

4 Social Activists You Should Be Following on Twitter

Bri Griffith, Carlow University

Get the most out of your social media experience by following the best social activists online.…

December 4, 2016

Calling All Nasty Women: Here’s Where You Should Send Your Work

Bri Griffith, Carlow University

After Trump’s “nasty” debate comments, women everywhere have been encouraged to send in personal written works to empowering publications.…

November 28, 2016

Because Vocalizing Support Only Goes So Far, Here’s How You Can Actually Help LGBTQ+ Individuals

Bri Griffith, Carlow University

Now more than ever, the queer community needs volunteers, funds and active allies.…

November 17, 2016

Why Baltimore Student Evelyn Atieno Is the New Face of Modern Media

Bri Griffith, Carlow University

The International Affairs major is the creator of “Affinity Magazine,” an online forum written exclusively by teens that emphasizes connection through social media.…

November 13, 2016

Dragging, the New Form of Bullying Developed on Twitter, Is Getting Out of Control

Bri Griffith, Carlow University

Yet another way to anonymously abuse others, courtesy of the internet.…

November 10, 2016

The Right and Wrongs Ways to Approach Friends Struggling with Depression

Bri Griffith, Carlow University

Saying the right things can be difficult, but saying nothing can be deadly.…

November 3, 2016

In Lady Gaga’s ‘Joanne,; Listeners Can Hear the Maturation of an Artist

Bri Griffith, Carlow University

Though Gaga is still a meat dress-wearing show woman at heart, her new album has a soberer, more ambitious sound.…

October 27, 2016

Everything You Need to Know About Asexuality and Graysexuality

Bri Griffith, Carlow University

Navigating the differences between sex, love, attraction and orientation.…

October 20, 2016

5 LGBTQ+ Poets You Should Know More About

Bri Griffith, Carlow University

Though their poetry may differ wildly in style and subject, these are the best LGBTQ+ poets of modern times.…

October 15, 2016

Meet Liberty Zoo, Columbia University’s Hottest Student Band

Bri Griffith, Carlow University

The group’s freewheeling vibe balances intelligence and bohemia equally, resulting in a distinctly eclectic sound.…

October 7, 2016

So, You Want to Be a Published Writer

Bri Griffith, Carlow University

The odds aren’t great, but these six tips can at least help you from making them worse.…

October 6, 2016

Why I Love My Service-Oriented University

Bri Griffith, Carlow University

At Carlow University in Pittsburgh, a school with a history rooted in selflessness, students are taught the importance of humanitarian action.…

September 29, 2016

What I Didn’t Expect to Learn While Working for My University’s Newspaper

Bri Griffith, Carlow University

As a poet working for a student paper, I didn’t think there was much to learn.…

September 20, 2016

7 Conversation Starters Guaranteed to Make Any First Date a Success

Bri Griffith, Carlow University

If nothing else, at least you’ll avoid awkward silence.…

September 14, 2016

5 Reasons Non-Writers Should Take a Poetry Class

Bri Griffith, Carlow University

You’d be surprised what it can do for you.…

September 6, 2016

6 Ways to Regain Your Back-to-School Focus

Bri Griffith, Carlow University

Going from summer to syllabi can be daunting, so here are some ways to smooth the transition.…

August 30, 2016

4 Things I Didn’t Expect to Miss About School

Bri Griffith, Carlow University

Oddly enough, I mostly miss the things that annoyed me during the year.…

August 19, 2016

How MTV’s ‘Scream: The TV Series’ Breaks Barriers

Bri Griffith, Carlow University

By rejecting even the most engrained tropes of the horror movie genre, the show opens itself up to refreshing new opportunities.…

August 11, 2016

Why College Students Will Always Love SpongeBob

Bri Griffith, Carlow University

The memes don't hurt.…

August 3, 2016

9 Reasons College Poets Should Be Going to Readings, Not Parties

Bri Griffith, Carlow University

Readings are usually crazier anyway.…

July 27, 2016

What to Expect When Your Friend Is Your Boss

Bri Griffith, Carlow University

Ironically, it’s expectations that are the problem.…

July 21, 2016

Everything You Need to Know About ‘Big Brother’ Season 18

Bri Griffith, Carlow University

This season in particular, racism, homophobia, political partisanship and sexism abound.…

July 13, 2016