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In the shadow of The Mecca: Reflecting on the Pitt-NY basketball pipeline
Ashley Van Slyke: Reshaping how we reach others
University Senate panel talks mental health in virtual meeting
Social distancing guidelines disrupt 21st birthday celebrations

Social distancing guidelines disrupt 21st birthday celebrations

April 8, 2020

With bars and liquor stores closed statewide and on-campus life at a standstill, Pitt students are finding different ways to celebrate turning 21 this spring.

So you think you know about alcohol

So you think you know about alcohol

April 8, 2020

Think you know about beer and wine? Test your knowledge here!

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Majority of dorm security officers furloughed, but some remain on the job
Majority of dorm security officers furloughed, but some remain on the job
Construction at Pitt health care facility to resume
Humor | How to make online classes more exciting
Editorial: How to prepare for virtual commencement

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Creative Corner: Inside (or outside) the lines of your own DIY coloring book

By Caroline Kulczycky, Guest Blogger
April 9, 2020

Fresh air, Netflix and reading can only do so much. Sometimes you need to bring out the big guns — colored pencils and crayons.

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College Compass: How to make this 5-month summer break productive

By Ana Altchek, Staff Writer
April 9, 2020

I know I’m not the only one who feels disappointed that my summer internship was canceled — as a rising senior, this summer was going to be a vital step in my future career, Ana Altchek writes.

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Humor | How to make online classes more exciting

By Alex Dolinger, Staff Columnist
April 9, 2020

I’ve realized through several days of online classes that this new world of learning gives us several opportunities for amusement, if only we take advantage. Thus, I bring you my top 10 ways to make your online classes exciting and fun.

Editorial: How to prepare for virtual commencement

By The Pitt News Editorial Board
April 9, 2020

Pop open a bottle of champagne while Gallagher is giving his speech and get drunk with your parents.

Opinion | Liquor stores are not essential

By Maggie Durwald, Senior Staff Columnist
April 8, 2020

For the health of the state and the rest of the country, liquor stores should not be deemed essential.

OSU’s Luke Pletcher joins Pitt wrestling staff

By Trent Leonard, Sports Editor
April 8, 2020

After serving as a thorn in Pitt’s side over the past couple years, Ohio State wrestler Luke Pletcher is switching roles, crossing the mat to join head coach Keith Gavin’s staff as a volunteer assistant coach.

Pitt lands four on NFL All-Decade Team

By Stephen Thompson, Assistant Sports Editor
April 8, 2020

Four former Pitt Panthers earned All-Decade honors, including defensive tackle Aaron Donald, running back LeSean McCoy, cornerback Darrelle Revis and wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald. 

Michael chooses Elon, Pitt eyeing Murphy III

By Trent Leonard, Sports Editor
April 7, 2020

After striking out on several top prospects in recent weeks, Pitt basketball is looking for Rice transfer Trey Murphy III or 2020 recruit William Jeffress to fill its last two scholarships.

Social distancing guidelines disrupt 21st birthday celebrations

By Anna Ligorio, Staff Writer
April 8, 2020

With bars and liquor stores closed statewide and on-campus life at a standstill, Pitt students are finding different ways to celebrate turning 21 this spring.

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So you think you know about alcohol

By Delilah Bourque, Culture Editor
April 8, 2020

Think you know about beer and wine? Test your knowledge here!

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How Pitt students are passing the time during social distancing

By Ananya Pathapadu, Staff Writer
April 7, 2020

Pitt students are trying to de-stress in many ways in the wake of the University moving classes online and closing residence halls.

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Creative Corner: Inside (or outside) the lines of your own DIY coloring book

By Caroline Kulczycky, Guest Blogger
April 9, 2020

Fresh air, Netflix and reading can only do so much. Sometimes you need to bring out the big guns — colored pencils and crayons.

College Compass: How to make this 5-month summer break productive

By Ana Altchek, Staff Writer
April 9, 2020

I know I’m not the only one who feels disappointed that my summer internship was canceled — as a rising senior, this summer was going to be a vital step in my future career, Ana Altchek writes.

The Outbreak | Dating at a distance

By Eli Savage, Contributing Editor
April 9, 2020

Eli Savage can't touch his immunocompromised boyfriend, but at least he gets to see him.

March 5, 2020

This week, we went around campus and asked students what they think about the popular new social media app TikTok, and how it should be utilized on college campuses. Spoiler alert: Pitt Dining's TikTok account may break the internet.

Photos: Fossil Free Pitt Coalition occupation and presence at Board of Trustees meeting

March 1, 2020

Members of the Fossil Free Pitt Coalition have been continuously occupying the Cathedral common area since Friday, Feb. 21 calling for the Board of Trustees to vote on fossil fuel divestment at their winter meeting on Feb. 28. The Board instead voted to establish a socially responsible investment process. Members of FFPC were escorted out of the meeting by police after singing a rendition of “We...

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