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College Republicans, Democrats speak on upcoming inauguration

By Kyra McCague, Senior Staff Writer

As Inauguration Day rapidly approaches, political organizations on campus are preparing for the transition of power on Jan. 20.

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Emeritus Board of Trustees member presses charges against board

By Anna Kuntz, Senior Staff Writer

Emeritus Board of Trustees member John Pelusi has filed a lawsuit against the Board of Trustees and Chairperson John Verbanac, alleging he was denied access to information related to various actions by the University.

Grad students unionize after seven-year effort, reflect on organizing under Trump

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The Faculty Assembly meets in Posvar Hall on Wednesday afternoon.

Faculty assembly addresses campus safety concerns in wake of hit-and-run, plans general education reform

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News

Emeritus Board of Trustees member presses charges against board

By Anna Kuntz, Senior Staff Writer

After expressing discontent with University athletic policies and finances, one former Pitt Board of Trustees member is taking legal action against the...

Grad students unionize after seven-year effort, reflect on organizing under Trump

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Graduate student workers at Pitt are celebrating a victory they see as part of a national labor movement, but organizer Pat Healy is already focused on...

Police blotter: Jan. 9 – Jan. 15

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Thursday, January 9 Pitt police assisted City police with a possible burglary in progress on the 3800 block of Dawson Street. Pitt police arrested...

Opinions

Opinion | I’m letting the past guide my future this year

By Julianna Steach, Staff Columnist

These two women, whose faces I see in my reflection more and more each day, know me almost as well as I know myself — at times, I think they know me even more than I do. As I grow older, not only does my physical appearance mirror theirs, but my inner landscape as well — we share experiences, gifts and aspirations.

Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg appears before the House Energy and Commerce Committee in Washington, D.C., on Wednesday, April 11, 2018. (Erin Scott/Zuma Press/TNS)

Editorial | America has it all backward on censorship

January 14, 2025

Opinion | AI is still terrible, even if it’s getting more impressive

January 14, 2025

Sports

Former Panther, “Bub” Carrington making magic with Washington Wizards

By Zane Ingram, Staff Writer

With first-overall pick Alex Sarr, the rise of sophomore and once-lottery pick Bilal Coulibaly and Jordan Poole in the backcourt, many fans thought they...

Column | Promotion and relegation in the MLS: Why it should happen — and why it won’t

January 16, 2025

Since its inception in 1966, Major League Soccer has grown to become the home of soccer across North America. Yet, the absence of a promotion and relegation...

Pitt sports look to capitalize on major wins and continue success through this weekend

January 16, 2025

Gymnastics Pitt gymnastics had a solid start to its season with a 3-0 win over Illinois State, George Washington and Western Michigan University at...

Culture

Franz Ferdinand disappoints with new album ‘The Human Fear’

By Maxine Van Nortwick, Staff Writer

The Scottish post-punk band Franz Ferdinand is known for their out-of-the-box artistry, creative hits like “Take Me Out” and impact on the millennial...

Review | Hip Hop’s King caps off historic 2024 with ‘GNX’

January 10, 2025

Kendrick Lamar has been a longtime pioneer of the rap scene, holding to the nickname “King Kendrick.” He recently came out with his sixth studio album,...

Defying expectations and gravity: Why I’m holding space for the new ‘Wicked’ movie

January 6, 2025

Elphaba’s battle cry at the end of a Target commercial, Ariana Grande clutching Cynthia Erivo’s finger, space being held for the lyrics of defying...