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Where Would TSITP Characters Hang Out Around UVA?

Miriam Grosman Student Contributor, University of Virginia
This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at UVA chapter and does not reflect the views of Her Campus.

The Summer I Turned Pretty may have wrapped up for the season, but for fans like me and fellow UVA students, the characters still feel close. So close, in fact, I started wondering: where would Belly, Conrad, Jeremiah, and the rest hang out if they went to UVA? Every UVA student knows that where you spend most of your time on grounds says a lot about who you are. To start off, let’s begin with everyone’s favorite:

Conrad Fisher

When thinking about where I might encounter the brooding older brother, one place came to mind.

Brown Library.

I can picture Conrad sitting in the back, headphones in, trying to focus on biology while thoughts of Belly cross his mind. He would have a cold brew beside his computer, and maybe a couple scattered pens. Conrad would make trips back and forth from the printer, trying to get it to work, but then, as we all inevitably do, give up. 

When Conrad would finish up studying at Brown Library, he might visit…

Belly Conklin

I like to think Belly would be laying on the lawn looking out over the Rotunda. She would bring her friends, have picnics, and visit open lawn rooms. I could even see Belly journaling at night, scolding the students who engage in the tradition of streaking the lawn.

And then there’s…

Jeremiah Fisher

The life of the party, and probably one of the students, Belly would be side-eyeing for streaking the Lawn. You’d find him at TDX, trailed by a group of girls, shouting at the end of the night, “If you aren’t a brother, or sleeping with one, get out!” Aside from his degenerate frat house appearances, I can also see Jeremiah hitting up North Grounds Gym by Darden and getting in a couple of reps after class. He might get lost on the bus system, but he’d make it there eventually. 

Aside from the main three, I think I would definitely find other TSITP characters around Grounds.

Denise? She’d be posted up in the basement of Clem (aka the dungeon), laser-focused. If Steven dared to interrupt her study grind, he’d be met with the signature death glare of a pre-med student doing last-minute biology Top Hat assignments.

Speaking of Steven, he has that main character energy and would gravitate toward places with a bit of a scene. He’d hang out with friends between classes, debating politics or music, probably with a strong coffee in hand. Take It Away for the classic UVA sandwich run between lectures, he’d hype the house dressing like it’s elite cuisine (which, he would be correct about). If Taylor went here, Steven would 100% be walking around Grounds, “accidentally” bumping into her, or timing his walk past her dorm.

Last but certainly not least, Taylor! Taylor would definitely be at Memorial Gym practicing volleyball spikes and maybe dabbling in pickleball when she’s bored. She would lock in outside Corner Juice, opting for their whey protein smoothies (delicious, by the way).

With honorable mention, Susanna and Laurel would definitely show up to Parents’ weekend decked out in Virginia sweatshirts and Cavalier merch. 

Whether they’re brooding in Brown or bumping into crushes on the Lawn, it’s fun to imagine the TSITP crew navigating UVA life. Honestly, they’d fit right in.

Miriam Grosman

UVA '29

Miriam Grosman is an undergraduate student at the University of Virginia, where she is pursuing a degree in Financial Mathematics. Her academic interests lie at the intersection of quantitative analysis and real-world financial applications, but her passion for writing has remained a consistent thread throughout her education. She was an active contributor to her high school newspaper, where she developed a strong interest in exploring media, culture, and the evolving role of women in the business world. At UVA, she continues to seek out opportunities to write about these topics, with a particular focus on how culture and commerce intersect in today’s global economy.

Originally from Fairfield, Connecticut, Miriam brings a New England perspective to her work and enjoys incorporating both regional and national viewpoints in her writing. Her journalistic style is informed by a keen eye for detail, an analytical mindset, and a commitment to amplifying underrepresented voices. She is especially passionate about highlighting the contributions of women in finance and business leadership. She believes in the power of storytelling to inform, inspire, and spark meaningful conversation.

In addition to her academic and writing pursuits, Miriam is also an accomplished musician. She plays the alto saxophone and has performed in various school ensembles over the years. When she is not studying or writing, she enjoys running, listening to classic rock, and discovering small coffee shops. She hopes to continue blending her interests in finance, media, and music into a career that bridges creativity with critical thinking.