By Emily FitzGerald, Contributor Going back to school can be an exciting feat. There are new people to meet, clubs to dive head-first into, and classes—for better or worse—to navigate. However, with the start of the school year, many of us have had to bid well to our closest companions: our pets. Not only will… Read More Say Fur-Well to Back-to-School Blues: How to Get Your Pet Fix in This Semester
When I was in Elementary School, I vividly remember my 5th grade teacher asking 10-year-old me what my dream job was so that she could enter it into the yearbook. Most people around me stared blankly at that section of the questionnaire, understandably unsure of what they wanted to do for the rest of their… Read More Small Girl, Big Justice Dreams: My Path to Becoming an Aspiring Immigration Lawyer
It’s official: the snow is (probably?) gone! This week, we’ve experienced weather in the 60s and sunny, meaning life is looking up. If you’re like me, you struggle to see the positives during winter – something about the dreary weather and being stuck inside just dampens the spirit. Back home, Texans get a couple days… Read More Here Comes the Sun!
Looking to move out of the dorms? Tired of commuting from home and you’re ready to live on your own? Now is the perfect time to do it! In my personal experience, I lived in the dorms for the majority of my freshman year, and although I am grateful for the experience that brought me… Read More A Guide to Apartment Hunting
As we hit the midpoint of the second semester, the snow is melting, temperatures are finally on the rise, and the excitement of spring break is on the horizon. First, however, students must get through midterm season. The exams can be anxiety-inducing for many. How do you effectively prepare while also putting aside time to… Read More Stressed About Midterms? Here’s How to Survive Them
Hi Pace students! Just checking in… A lot has changed in a very, very short period, so let’s take a moment to check in with ourselves. When it comes to politics, it becomes increasingly difficult for people to separate themselves from the turmoil of our world. It’s essential for us to be properly informed; however,… Read More Take a Breath: A Guide to Self-care During Times of Political Unrest
So, we’ve finally gotten back in the groove of things after Winter Break – but now Spring Break is fast approaching. You may be like me, wondering what there is to do for a whole week in the city. Instead of sacrificing your time scrolling through countless Instagram profiles and internet sleuthing, I’ve got a… Read More Spring Break in NYC: Must-Visit Spots!
Grab your pots, pans, and baking sheets: here’s a guide to throw the perfect Friendsgiving at Pace! This time of year is usually spent with family and maybe some close friends, but for many, we’re away from home and spending the holiday in the city. How can we make the most of our break? Maybe… Read More How to Throw a Successful Friendsgiving in NYC
Moving to a new city is simultaneously exciting and nerve-wracking. Will it be everything you hoped it would be? Will it change your life for the better? After spending almost a full semester living in New York City, many freshmen are beginning to find their own answers to these questions. For some, the concrete jungle… Read More New Life in New York: Freshmen Reflect on their First Semester in the City
I am deathly afraid of taking inspiration from the art I’ve experienced, and yet I do it all the time. I’ve found most of my scripts take on the tone and cadence of whatever television show I’m binging at the time of writing. I think about a sort of subset of meme that uses a… Read More Scattered thoughts on inspiration.