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Who are we?

Consumer $ense: a multimedia consumer trends platform dedicated to sharing information, life hacks, and news on the retail and consumer experience so we can help our consumers save time and money while they shop and in their daily lives. Started by marketing professor, Dr. Audrey Guskey, she selects a team of students to run Consumer $ense’s blog (WordPress website), and social media accounts including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn (page), and YouTube. Consumer $ense is an opportunity for students to get involved in real-world marketing, graphic design, content creation, web design, video editing, social media management, and MORE.

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From Screen to Page: Top Books Inspired by Your Favorite Films
From Screen to Page: Top Books Inspired by Your Favorite Films

Books that are good options based on your favorite movies.

Sustainability on a Budget: Practical Products for Eco-Friendly Living
Sustainability on a Budget: Practical Products for Eco-Friendly Living

A dive into affordable products that are also sustainable.

Honest Product Review: Revisiting the Mr. Iced Coffee Machine After 3 Years
Honest Product Review: Revisiting the Mr. Iced Coffee Machine After 3 Years
Consumer $ense Investigates: Finding the Best Fish Fry in Pittsburgh
Consumer $ense Investigates: Finding the Best Fish Fry in Pittsburgh
Spring Break Must-Haves: The Ultimate Guide
Spring Break Must-Haves: The Ultimate Guide

Tips and must-haves for spring break.

Keep The Romance Alive With These 5 Dates Under $100 in Pittsburgh
Keep The Romance Alive With These 5 Dates Under $100 in Pittsburgh
Super Bowl Commercials: Marketing Through QR Codes And…Butts?
Super Bowl Commercials: Marketing Through QR Codes And…Butts?

Creative commercials and marketing strategies that stood out during the 2024 Super Bowl.

Spice Up Your Valentine’s Day: 5 Unique Date Ideas
Spice Up Your Valentine’s Day: 5 Unique Date Ideas

Five unique date ideas for Valentine’s Day 2024.

In or Out? 2024 Winter Fashion Trends
In or Out? 2024 Winter Fashion Trends

The ins and outs of winter fashion for 2024.

New Year, New Strides: Conquering the Pittsburgh Half Marathon in 2023 
New Year, New Strides: Conquering the Pittsburgh Half Marathon in 2023 

Tips for preparing for a half marathon.

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