Mara Mellits
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Mara Mellits is a senior studying journalism at Boston University and is excited to be working with WBUR as part of The Newsroom program at BU.
Mellits previously served as the editor-in-chief of The Daily Free Press, BU’s independent student newspaper. Originally from Chicago, Mellits has traveled the world with her journalism. She has interned for the Seattle Times, News Corp Australia, the Boston Globe and GBH News.
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Gen Z is trading drinks for yoga mats
Young people like are moving from “barstools to barbells,” according to a recent study. Alcohol spending is at its lowest level in 40 years, while spending on fitness is up.
Endangered animals take a seat at Faneuil Hall
The Wild Benches of Hope, a public art series of three bronze benches highlighting endangered animals is now on display at Faneuil Hall Marketplace. Take a seat in between Rabbitwoman...
Meet the micro influencers thriving in Boston
Boston’s micro influencers are embracing all aspects of culture in the city. Through apps like TikTok, Beli, and Strava, these creators share their favorite spots, routines, and advice.
Young adults in Mass. favor statewide high school graduation requirement, poll shows
In a poll young adults in Massachusetts favored a statewide requirement for high school graduation such as passing required courses with at least a D grade or passing financial literacy...
As Mass. rolls out new guidance on AI, teachers say it's already in play
The Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education issued new guidance in August that calls for embedding AI literacy into curricula by providing resources and to offer opportunities for teachers...
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Charlie Kirk shooting sparks reflection, worry among Massachusetts campuses
Some Massachusetts college administrators and faculty said they hope this moment will allow people to unite across campus divides. But conservative students said they don't feel safe.