Massachusetts
Massachusetts universities offer Taylor Swift courses for Swifties to learn more about writing – ABC17NEWS
By Paul Burton
Click here for updates on this story
CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts (WBZ) — Students at Harvard University and Northeastern University are taking classes in Taylor Swift that introduce them to poetry and improve their writing skills.
Taylor Swift dropped her new album, The Tortured Poets Department, early Friday morning and among those staying up were students in a Harvard University class dedicated to her music.
“We were losing our minds! I wish I could express to you the excitement in the room,” said Harvard senior Mary Pankowski. “She’s just a worldwide phenomenon.”
Pankowski attended the listening party as part of her class, Taylor Swift in Her World. The English course focuses on her songs, connecting them to other poets and novels.
“The way that Taylor connects with her fans is something that I really appreciated,” said Pankowski. “We’ve talked a lot about how she is both relatable and aspirational in her music.”
Harvard professor Stephanie Burt, who teaches the class, said when it was introduced back in October, more than 200 students signed up for it.
“More poets and novels and songs that they admire and think about they wouldn’t have discovered,” said Burt, describing the impact of the class on the students. “And a greater, deeper appreciation for what Taylor’s doing as an artist.”
At Northeastern University, professor Catherine Fairfield said her Swift class attracted 500 students this year. She plans to teach another this summer, called “Blank Space.”
“We are focusing on how to write personal narratives by getting inspired by Taylor Swift’s songwriting,” said Fairfield.
For Pankowski, attending Swift’s Eras tour and being surrounded by her classmates for the release of her new album are some of her greatest college experiences.
“On Monday, we are going to have so much to unpack,” said Pankowski. “I’m really happy that this class got offered in my last semester. I would’ve been so sad if I graduated and didn’t get to take it.”
Please note: This content carries a strict local market embargo. If you share the same market as the contributor of this article, you may not use it on any platform.
Source link
Approximately eight million gallons of wastewater are currently being discharged into the river per day.
HAVERHILL, Mass. (WWLP) – Those traveling for the Fourth of July weekend are being advised of a wastewater pipe break on the Merrimack River.
The Massachusetts Environmental Police stated that over the weekend, a major wastewater pipe in Haverhill broke, releasing millions of gallons of sewage into the river. The broken pipe was carrying wastewater from the main pumping station to the treatment plant.
Police estimate that approximately eight million gallons of wastewater are currently being discharged into the river per day.
At this time, fishing in the river is not prohibited, and the estuaries and beaches remain open. However, the information is being released to the public to help community members be aware of current conditions and use caution.
To access more information on water quality testing results, you can visit the official DPH website. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
Local News Headlines
WWLP-22News, an NBC affiliate, began broadcasting in March 1953 to provide local news, network, syndicated, and local programming to western Massachusetts. Download the 22News Plus app on your TV to watch live-streaming newscasts and video on demand.
BROCKTON, Mass. (WJAR) — Four people were shot on Friday night after hundreds had gathered to watch a World Cup match in Massachusetts.
Police said the shooting happened just before midnight on Main Street in Brockton.
Officers said the victims were taken to the hospital.
BE THE FIRST TO COMMENT
Police have not said if there were any arrests.
BOSTON, (WPRI) — A somerset man has been cited for allegedly causing a deadly wrong-way crash in Boston late Saturday night.
Just before midnight, troopers from the H9 Barracks were called for a report of a multi-vehicle crash on I-93 North before Exit 15A.
A preliminary investigation showed that the driver of a 2004 Cadillac Escalade, identified as 81-year-old Antone Carvalho, of Somerset, entered Route 93 North at Exit 15B and drove southbound in the northbound lanes.
Two vehicles, a Honda Odyssey and an Audi A4, attempted to avoid the Carvalho and crashed into each other.
Four people in the Honda Odyssey, were taken to a Boston-area hospital for evaluation.
Shortly after the initial crash, police say Carvalho collided head-on with a Chevrolet Cruze.
Carvalho and the other driver were taken to Boston-area hospitals for their injuries
The driver of the Chevrolet Cruze, identified as a man in his 20’s from Haverhill, died from his injuries.
Carvalho will be issued a summons to appear in court at a later date.
Download the WPRI 12 and Pinpoint Weather 12 apps to get breaking news and weather alerts.
Watch 12 News Now on WPRI.com or with the free WPRI 12+ TV app.
Follow us on social media:
-
Detroit, MI7 minutes ago18 New Kid-Friendly Places That Opened in Metro Detroit in 2026 (So Far!)
-
San Francisco, CA22 minutes agoAnza expedition celebrates 250th anniversary in San Francisco
-
Dallas, TX25 minutes agoPreston Hollow residents oppose proposed $800 million mixed-use development in Dallas, survey reveals
-
Miami, FL29 minutes agoBradley Beal to Miami Heat rumors draw skepticism
-
Boston, MA37 minutes agoBoston Pops surprise travelers at Logan Airport with July 4th preview performance
-
Denver, CO38 minutes agoDenver Broncos Crack Top 10 in NFL Uniform Rankings
-
Seattle, WA44 minutes agoPHOTOS: Visiting all 12 stops during this year’s West Seattle Garden Tour
-
Milwaukee, WI54 minutes agoMilwaukee Barbecue: A Legacy of Smoke
