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Kaitlin Ryan

Kaitlin Ryan, Arts & Life Editor

Kaitlin Ryan '22 hails from rural Ohio and carries a dream of working as a copywriter. She has been writing her entire life, so joining The Carroll News her freshman year just made sense. Four years and many amazing experiences later, she is now the Arts & Life Editor for her final semester at John Carroll. Kaitlin loves writing for The Carroll News because of the talented staff and the ability to interview and connect with local business owners and interesting individuals. She loves podcasts, watercolor paintings, talking walks and trying new teas.

All content by Kaitlin Ryan
In her last column, Kaitlin reflects on the last three and a half years at The Carroll News, the people she has met and the power of a clap.

Kaitlin’s (final) Column: Thank you and goodnight.

Dec 10, 2021
Guests settle into their seats before the Cleveland Ballets Nutcracker production.

Cleveland Ballet dazzles Playhouse Square with the Nutcracker

Dec 9, 2021
Latte Say: Mental Health & Transitioning After COVID

Latte Say: Mental Health & Transitioning After COVID

Dec 1, 2021
A series of photos taken during the fall of 2019 on a film camera.

Kaitlin’s Column: My November

Nov 19, 2021
This week, Kaitlin talks about her newfound love for spending time alone. Trying new things is just one part of this journey of self-love.

Kaitlin’s Column: Spending time with me

Nov 5, 2021
November has a bit of everything: snow, fall foliage and the reflections of the year. From punk music to nostalgic artists, this playlist has a bit of everything, too.

November ’21 Playlist

Nov 4, 2021
This week, Kaitlin talks about her newfound love for spending time alone. Trying new things is just one part of this journey of self-love.

Kaitlin’s Column: The anatomy of a comfort show

Oct 29, 2021
This week, Kaitlin talks about her newfound love for spending time alone. Trying new things is just one part of this journey of self-love.

Kaitlin’s Column: Four things I learned at 21

Oct 15, 2021
This week, Kaitlin talks about her newfound love for spending time alone. Trying new things is just one part of this journey of self-love.

Kaitlin’s Column: The tea

Oct 8, 2021
Enjoy the crisp fall air and listen to Arts & Life Editor Kaitlin Ryans curated October 2021 playlist.

October 2021 Playlist

Oct 7, 2021
This week, Kaitlin talks about her newfound love for spending time alone. Trying new things is just one part of this journey of self-love.

Kaitlin’s Column: May I have your attention?

Oct 1, 2021
Inspired by Princess Diana, the oversized crew neck and biker shorts trend is a fall fashion must. Julie Kiszka 22 adds a cross body fanny pack to her look.

Five fall trends on the rise

Sep 30, 2021
This week, Kaitlin talks about her newfound love for spending time alone. Trying new things is just one part of this journey of self-love.

Kaitlin’s Column: Escaping a rut

Sep 24, 2021
Arts & Life Editor Kaitlin Ryan and World News Editor Patrick Kane collaborate on the controversial story surrounding Nicki Minajs claims on the COVID-19 vaccine. Photo courtesy of Creative Commons.

Nicki Minaj stirs up worldwide vaccine controversy

Sep 23, 2021
Kaitlin reviews Kacey Musgravess star-crossed following the singers divorce from ex-husband Ruston Kelly.

Kacey Musgraves comes back down to Earth with fifth album “star-crossed”

Sep 17, 2021
This week, Kaitlin talks about her newfound love for spending time alone. Trying new things is just one part of this journey of self-love.

Kaitlin’s Column: The abundance of choice

Sep 16, 2021
To celebrate the end of a stressful semester, Arts & Life Editor Kaitlin Ryan curated a playlist with optimist tones and uplifting vibes. Let the credits roll and hit play!

Spring semester finale playlist

May 7, 2021
This week in Kaitlins Column, Kaitlin talks about her college career drawing to a close and how The Carroll News has been a constant throughout her experience.

Full circle endings

May 6, 2021
This sign is on the wall of Kaitlins house serves as a good reminder to be motivated and stay on track.

Fighting the Sunday scaries

Apr 29, 2021
Kaitlin Ryans notebook (pictured above) displays wear and tear, with frayed, curled edges as it serves many purposes to her throughout the day.

The life of a Type B college student

Apr 22, 2021
This week in Kaitlins Column, Kaitlin talks about her college career drawing to a close and how The Carroll News has been a constant throughout her experience.

Ready for the Rennaisance

Apr 15, 2021
Finding my personality

Finding my personality

Mar 25, 2021
Social Media Editor Kaitlin Ryan evaluates the newest comeback trend of chunky rings.

Trendsetter: 2000s chunky rings

Mar 11, 2021
It was a phase, mom.

It was a phase, mom.

Mar 5, 2021
Sit back, relax and vibe out to this months curated playlist customized by Social Media Editor Kaitlin Ryan.

March curated playlist

Mar 4, 2021

Breaking: Academic VP Steven Herbert asks professors to take campus-wide day off

Feb 26, 2021
This week in Kaitlins Column, Kaitlin talks about her college career drawing to a close and how The Carroll News has been a constant throughout her experience.

Managing my mental health in a year-long pandemic

Feb 25, 2021
How can people break out of creative blocks and create a more positive outlook? It seems like a little bit of self-examination and time can help.

Balance or Extremity

Feb 11, 2021
This months playlist is full of feel-good beats and trickling lyrical romance. Its folk-rock with a touch of pop. Sit back and enjoy this loved-up playlist.

[Photo] February curated playlist

Feb 11, 2021
AJ Modernist gold hoops with pink ginkgo design (pictured above).

Our top eclectic Etsy shops

Feb 4, 2021
Get ready, Lady Whistledown has announced a season two is in the works. The stories of the Bridgerton children will continue with Anthony.

[Photo] “Bridgerton” is still a smashing success

Feb 5, 2021
Lounge wear has moved its way up the fashion food chain and become an every day staple.

Top 5 slouchy street wear brands

Jan 29, 2021
Curious as to how this joyful greeting sounds?Are you wondering how you could make the jolly tone sound like the O.G? Ask any John Carroll upperclassman to say it for you and youll see.

[Photo] JCU vocab everyone needs to know

Jan 28, 2021
This month, Campus Editor Rachel Scully has compiled the perfect playlist for the upcoming holiday and week off for John Carroll students and staff. While the holiday is going to look a bit different this year, the warm mood, good food and music tunes should remain the same.

[Photo] November curated playlist

Nov 21, 2020
MGKs first Pop-Punk LP was released coinciding with the soft opening of his newest venture 27 Club Cafe located at the base of The Archer in Cleveland.

MGK’s new Cleveland cafe brings punk and punch

Nov 5, 2020
Social Media Editor Kaitlin Ryan 22 subs in as Arts & Life editor this week and talks about how the past seven months changed her life (for better and for worse)

Life without structure

Oct 21, 2020
One of the tastiest milkshakes on the Tommys Restaurant menu is the vegan chocolate Tofutti Shake.

5 delicious carryout restaurants in Cleveland

Oct 8, 2020
October curated playlist

October curated playlist

Oct 7, 2020
September curated playlist

September curated playlist

Sep 7, 2020
Photo by Simon Maage on Unsplash

Galentine’s Day: Saint Valentine’s Cool Older Sister

Feb 13, 2020

Scouting study spots

Jan 23, 2020

Strive for Success: Finals Studying Tips

Dec 12, 2019

Trendsetter: oversized sweaters mix fashion and comfort

Nov 14, 2019
Junior Clare Tirpak and Sophomore Kendra Keane enjoying the sun and kicking it back on the Quad before heading to class.

How to spend a beautiful college weekend

Apr 30, 2019

How to Spend a Beautiful College Weekend

Apr 14, 2019

Cleveland Local: Sweet Dish & Darling

Mar 22, 2019
From Paper To Big Screen: Upcoming Movie Adaptions

From Paper To Big Screen: Upcoming Movie Adaptions

Feb 21, 2019

Gucci Becomes Next Brand Facing Criticism That New Campaign is Racist

Feb 13, 2019

“The Bachelor” Raises Awareness for sexual assault survivors

Feb 7, 2019
Spending Fall Break in Cleveland

Spending Fall Break in Cleveland

Oct 16, 2018
Matcha Health Benefits

Matcha Health Benefits

Oct 16, 2018
Director Steals The Emmys With a Proposal

Director Steals The Emmys With a Proposal

Oct 16, 2018

Cleveland Local: Vintage Never Goes out of Style

Oct 16, 2018

Practicing Self-Care this Semester

Oct 16, 2018
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