Michaela SchreyerSenior Biological Sciences student You may have noticed the magazine racks scattered around campus containing copies of “The Pitt Pulse” Magazine, but have you ever read one? If you haven’t, you may want to pick one up and give it a read!
What is the Pitt Pulse? The Pitt Pulse is a creative health and science magazine that features articles written by undergraduate students at the University of Pittsburgh. The magazine aims to inform readers about current events and issues in science and medicine, but also examines these topics through the incorporation of other academic disciplines. Initially created to cater uniquely to pre-health students, the magazine has expanded its scope in the last five years to focus broadly on science and medicine that is happening here at the University and in the city of Pittsburgh, but also focuses on science and medicine in politics, the media, and across the globe. The organization’s mission encompasses the fostering of individual and professional growth by providing students with an outlet to teach others about their scientific passions and interests through their own writing, rather than simply being passive scientific learners. While the articles serve to educate and advocate, the magazine itself serves two functions: the first to inform readers of interesting and relevant topics, but the second to provide an outlet for artistic talent and a knack for graphic design. Senior athletic training student Jefferson Griscavage, current Editor-in-Chief of the magazine says, “The Pitt Pulse, with its blend of biomedical science and creative arts, has really evolved to become a unique platform on Pitt’s campus to raise awareness of research and global health issues. Much like a TED Talk, we seek to take complex ideas at the forefront of scientific progress, but present them in a way that is engaging, relevant, and inspiring to the average reader.” The Pitt Pulse has since expanded its platform to reach audiences in several ways. “We are more than just a magazine,” Jefferson went on to comment, “we integrate print media as well as radio and video to create an organization that not only allows our members to pursue their passions on multiple stages, but to reach audiences in ways that many other student-run organizations cannot.” What sorts of topics does a typical magazine contain? Anything! Each edition of the Pitt Pulse is wildly different. Articles in recent publication have focused on global health and infectious disease, evolving surgical techniques, bioethics and politics surrounding medical practices, coral reefs and medical ecology, early-childhood science education, the benefits of music and medicine, and everything in between. Regardless of your interests, the Pitt Pulse includes something for virtually everyone. In addition to intriguing articles, the Pitt Pulse contains graphic designs and personalized art to accompany each written submission. In many cases, the Pitt Pulse includes hand-drawn and personally designed works of art that allows students to express their interests in science, not only through written work, but through an artistic and creative outlet. In this way, the magazine welcomes future scientists and medical professionals as well as artists and designers to fuse art and science through the incorporation of creativity on multiple platforms. How do I get involved? Does the Pitt Pulse sound like something of interest to you? If so, you should get in contact with us to find a department that best fits your passions. From design, to broadcasting, to writing and editing, there is always room for new members in the Pitt Pulse. Above all else, the Pitt Pulse wants to provide an outlet for students’ voices to be heard and their creativity to be recognized and appreciated. If you are interested in getting involved please contact [email protected]. And even if the Pitt Pulse isn’t for you, next time you are waiting for class in Langley, consider scanning our newest edition, you won’t be disappointed!
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