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Miss Manners: When my college comes up, I’m concerned the conversation turns

Leila Ahmed
Leila Ahmed
Leila Ahmed
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A graduate of the University at Buffalo, Leila has spent five years in journalism, previously working at a community-focused news outlet in Rochester, NY. She specializes in uncovering the diverse voices and cultural richness of Syracuse’s neighborhoods, bringing their stories to light.

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Reporter · Thursday, October 29, 2026 at 1:00 PM · 1 min read
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Miss Manners: When my college comes up, I’m concerned the conversation turns — Syracuse Community news

Dear Miss Manners: When making small talk with people I have just met, I’m often confronted with the uncomfortable choice between lying to them or having the conversation head into territory that is too deep for my comfort.

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