The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

The Pitt News
The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

The Pitt News
The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

The Pitt News
A ba'al tekiah blows the Shofar at the William Pitt Union on Thursday.

Jewish students celebrate Rosh Hashanah amidst feelings of cautious optimism

By Sydney Krasniewski, Staff Writer • October 4, 2024
Chabad at Pitt hosted their annual “Shofar in the Park” event on Thursday afternoon for Rosh Hashanah. Jewish students and families attended a brief service and enjoyed brisket sandwiches together on the WPU lawn. 
The Pitt School of Medicine.

‘Improving our society’: Pitt researchers receive $5 million grant for research on systemic racism

By Kyra McCague, Senior Staff Writer • October 4, 2024
The National Institute of Health awarded Pitt’s schools of medicine and social work a $5 million grant to test the effectiveness of the Racial Equity Consciousness Institute in combating systemic racism at 30 different institutions nationwide.
Police blotter: Sept. 26 - Oct. 2

Police blotter: Sept. 26 – Oct. 2

By News Editors • October 4, 2024
Pitt police reported an assault on Semple Street and Ward Street, public urination and more in this week’s crime log.
Allocations Chair Nicole Zhang speaks during Tuesday’s SGB meeting.

SGB provides updates on food safety concerns, discusses campus initiatives

By Marissa Kelley, Senior Staff Writer • October 2, 2024
Student Government Board provided updates on food safety in The Eatery, an issue that has been ongoing since early September. 
Who is Chartwells, Pitt’s food supplier?

Who is Chartwells, Pitt’s food supplier?

By Naomi Weiss, Staff Writer • October 2, 2024
In the wake of food safety concerns at Pitt, Chartwells Higher Education, Pitt’s food supplier on campus for the past four years, is working to advance Pitt’s dining services. Operating under the name of Pitt Eats, the company is responsible for the design of Pitt’s dining halls, the food it serves and the technology it incorporates. 
The Political Science Student Association watches the vice presidential debate on Tuesday.

Vice presidential debate sparks satisfaction from students at on-campus watch parties

By Sarah George, Katie Hovan, and Naomi Weiss • October 2, 2024
Hundreds of students attended watch parties across campus to see Ohio Sen. JD Vance and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz face off on Tuesday night. 
A goat eats grass.

From Hillsides to city parks: How Allegheny Goatscape transforms Pittsburgh with goats 

By Linda Li, Staff Writer • October 1, 2024
Allegheny Goatscape, a nonprofit organization that uses small herds of goats to clear up unwanted vegetation, works in Pittsburgh parks so the city can utilize the land for public projects. 
The Pitt German department office.

Frederick Honors and German department encourage Fulbright winners’ work in Germany

By Jordan Kooper, Staff Writer • October 1, 2024
Each year, the Frederick Honors College produces a group of Fulbright Award recipients who conduct service or research projects abroad after graduation. Of the 14 winners this academic year, three will conduct their work in Germany.
A lanternfly swatter in Roc’s mouth.

Pitt biology professor discusses declining lanternfly population

By Adrienne Cahillane, Contributing Editor • September 30, 2024
Students and Professor David Outomuro feel that there are less lanternflies in Pittsburgh than in previous years.
Senator Bob Casey addresses the crowd at a campaign event on public safety and protecting democracy on Sunday.

Sen. Casey addresses campus antisemitism at Pittsburgh campaign event

By Kyra McCague, Senior Staff Writer • September 30, 2024
Senator Bob Casey held a campaign event on public safety and protecting democracy Sunday morning. In a press question and answer following the speaking portion of the event, Casey addressed public safety concerns on Pitt’s campus.
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