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Point Park University's Student-Run Newspaper

Point Park Globe

Point Park University's Student-Run Newspaper

Point Park Globe

COPA Corner: Perfectionism is self destructive

Written By Melissa Garlock, Staff Writer October 8, 2025
A common mantra used across a variety of disciplines is “practice makes perfect.” In many contexts, practicing and working hard towards goals is important. Though, in the arts, overworking towards an ideal of “perfect” can actually be harmful. 

Copa Corner: Prioritize rest and self-care

Written By Melissa Garlock, Staff Writer October 1, 2025
At this point in the semester conservatory students’ busy schedules are in full swing. Juggling classes, rehearsals and a large homework load is intense and can be exhausting. This lifestyle change can be especially shocking for first-year students.

COPA Corner: Human First, Artist Second

Written By Melissa Garlock, Staff Writer September 24, 2025
Between classes, rehearsals and performances, students in the Point Park University Conservatory of Performing Arts can easily feel like their identity belongs to their art.