Words by Oliver Schoening PZ ’27, Graphic by Ben Connolly PZ ’26 The word “dirtbag” typically conjures images of vulgarity and sloppiness — not a political identity. Yet for an American left wing increasingly under attack in the wake of Charlie Kirk’s death, the label may be a much-needed lifeline. In a recent opinion piece titled “America’s New Segregation,” New York Times columnist David Brooks … Continue reading I’m Just a Dirtbag, Baby
Words by August Eberle PZ ’29, Graphic by Graphic by Xanthe McGrath SC ’29 and Carter Haroza PZ ’29 On September 10, 2025, Charlie Kirk was shot while hosting a public engagement and debate booth at Utah Valley University (UVU), and later died at the hospital. On September 11, 2025 at 9:00 pm, my friend and I (another Pitzer student) were removed from a vigil … Continue reading My experience as a Pitzer student at the Charlie Kirk vigil
By Celina Steinberg PZ ’27 What is the Outback Preserve? Since long before the inception of the Newsprint Magazine that bears its name, the Outback Preserve — a largely undeveloped nature preserve home to a diverse array of indigenous Southern California plants and wildlife — has been a foundational part of the Pitzer College community. The Outback Preserve is central to both Pitzer’s community life … Continue reading The Outback Preserve: The Ecological Core of Pitzer’s Community
Words and Photos by Dylan Bradshaw PZ ’26 acquah Acquah plays soccer a couple nights a week with other student’s at a nearby field.When asked about his jersey he jested, “with this jersey and these cleats, today, I will play like Neymar!” devon I ran into Devon outside McConnell, the gold detailing on her shirt stood out to me. With a warm smile she confessed, … Continue reading Campus Couture Chronicles: November 2024
By Carrie Backshots Dear reader, Welcome back to Sex and the Pity! This week will hopefully hit home for a lot of you… it almost felt too close; too revealing to write. However, I have found myself excelling at one subject at this school, though not getting great grades, admittedly: situationships. I’d like to begin this week with a prelude… “He likes to be in … Continue reading Sex and the Pity #2: The Situationship
Amanda Gómez ‘23 is from Los Angeles, California. She calls herself Chicana even though she’s mizxed. She is also an author, writer, drummer, and likes to pretend she’s any good at comedy writing. Continue reading Latinx in the Media
MEET ME IN THE One small stretch of close to should be “Untouched” wilderness An attempt at what once was The only place I can walk to That preserves a fading past Here, I slow to remember While the rest forget by living fast My restful rebellion Is visiting our cradle-grave We grieve our dying dominance Afraid of what we “save” Sweet rare solitude Isn’t … Continue reading A “Protected” Past
When you think of prisons, the first thing that comes to mind probably isn’t art. Maybe you think of violence, tattoos, or Orange is the New Black—but not photographs of people in a circle dancing and laughing, or a beautifully drawn replica of The Last Supper. Perhaps, as you explore two of Pitzer’s latest art exhibits, you realize how little you know actually know about … Continue reading Pitzer Galleries Prison Art Exhibits Encourage Discussion, Engagement, and Unity
