This post was updated Jan. 5 at 11:55 p.m. Molly Erwin crochets to make a change. The founder of Molly’s Dollies and third-year theater student said her crochet shop was inspired by her ability to create doll figures of friends and family but now serves as a way to create custom pieces while supporting social justice movements. Read more...

Photo: Third-year theater student Molly Erwin crochets colorful items such as hats and said she hopes to branch out into creating more funky designs. Her crochet shop, Molly’s Dollies, started during the pandemic when she picked up an old hobby of fiber arts. She donates a portion of her proceeds to charities of her customers’ choice. (Courtesy of Molly Erwin)

Nia Sioux is no longer constrained to the bottom of the pyramid – instead, she is climbing to the top. As the longest tenured dancer on the show “Dance Moms,” the second-year American literature and culture student said being introduced to the media at 10 years old provided her with a platform to pursue multiple career paths in the creative fields she enjoys. Read more...

Photo: Through acting, dancing and podcasting, Nia Sioux is pursuing creativity alongside her degree. The second-year American literature and culture student said she prioritizes her education, but aims to upkeep her artistry with personal projects such as her digital dance series, “Dance with Nia,” and her podcast, “Adulting 101.” (Courtesy of Veronica Kelly. Photo illustration by Emily Dembinski/PRIME art director)