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Biography

As a freelance creative and multilingual writer, I have had my written works published in Varsity, the Cambridge Language Collective, and Frame Light. Mainly writing about music, travel, and its intersections, I construct vivid stories and narratives around cultures and cultural production.

Content

Total articles 16

• Available on paid plans

  The Genre of 2021: A Journey through the UK’s Alternative Hip Hop Scene

  By Sharleen Opia

  Feb. 17, 2025

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  Musician and Newnham alum Talulah on language, music and collaboration

  By Sharleen Opia

  Nov. 01, 2024

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  The meditative playlist to bring you peace this winter

  By Sharleen Opia

  Oct. 27, 2024

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Company Info

Varsity

Varsity Spirit, founded in 1974 by Jeff Webb, is a prominent organization in the cheerleading and dance industry. It started as a small venture offering educational training camps and has grown into a global leader in spirit-related activities. Varsity Spirit focuses on cheerleading, dance teams, and performing arts apparel, along with educational camps and competitions. The company provides a variety of services, including educational camps that train young athletes in cheerleading and dance, emphasizing skill development and team spirit. Varsity Spirit also organizes national competitions for cheerleaders, allowing teams to showcase their talents. Their apparel line features innovative uniforms designed with advanced technologies to enhance performance and comfort. Additionally, Varsity Spirit offers educational materials to support its training programs, focusing on safety and skill development. Varsity Spirit serves over a million athletes annually, impacting schools, clubs, and individual teams worldwide. It is part of Varsity Brands, which aims to elevate youth experiences through sport and spirit.