Ann Arbor, What Do You Have to Compete with Pittsburgh? 😏

I recently visited a friend at CMU — my first time in Pittsburgh. From their description, I’d imagined a city with mediocre Chinese food and not much to do, somewhat similar to what I’d experienced during my time in Ann Arbor… 🏙️❓ But as soon as we drove into Pittsburgh and reached the iconic overlook, I knew I was wrong. Ann Arbor’s skyline barely reaches 20 floors, while Pittsburgh has not just one — but several — buildings towering beyond that. 😅 The night view alone was stunning enough to make me want to sit there and finish a whole day’s worth of assignments. And when it comes to food? Ann Arbor definitely can’t compete with the variety of Chinese restaurants here! Though both cities get chilly, Pittsburgh feels more like a real city — bigger, livelier, and undeniably beautiful. 🌃✨ I used to wonder whether it was just me who found Ann Arbor a bit uneventful — until a high school friend (who did his Master’s at UM) texted me last month asking, “How did you survive four undergrad years there??” 😂 My reply: “Dancing, part-time work, and late, late nights.” 💃🦉 Despite all the teasing, I’ll always love UMich. Ever since I got my car, my license plate frame has proudly displayed “Michigan Wolverines.” 🚘💛💙 In my opinion, UMich has some of the strongest school spirit in North America — no matter where you go, you’ll spot alumni repping the maize and blue. 🐺❤️ Already feeling nostalgic writing this — I’ll definitely go back when I have the chance. And to all the current Wolverines I never got to meet: Wishing you focus, growth, and success in your studies! 📚🎓 GO BLUE! 💛💙 #MichiganAnnArbor #AnnArbor #UniversityOfMichigan #Umich #UM #Pittsburgh