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 Pitt police vest.

Pitt police issue crime alert after robbery, assault

By Martha Layne, News Editor • February 10, 2022
Pitt police issued a crime alert Thursday morning detailing a reported robbery and assault in the 4000 block of Fifth Avenue.
A couple watches TV together.

‘Long-distance is hard’: Students describe how COVID-19 impacted their relationships

By Leanna Chae, Staff Writer • February 9, 2022
Kenn Donahue, a junior computer science and digital narrative & interactive design major, said the COVID-19 pandemic added barriers to his relationship that he never thought to consider. These include making sure that both he and his girlfriend are healthy before seeing each other in person to ensure the safety of each other and their families.
Mayor Ed Gainey speaks during Joe Biden’s visit to Mill 19 in Pittsburgh on Jan. 28.

Mayor Gainey again delays Oakland Crossings vote as review continues

By Punya Bhasin, Assistant News Editor • February 9, 2022
Mayor Ed Gainey requested on Tuesday an additional 30 days to evaluate a zoning ordinance which would enable Oakland Crossings, a controversial proposal that would rezone parts of Central Oakland. This is the second time Gainey has requested a delay in a hearing and action by the City Planning Commission.
Pitt police chief James Loftus.

Pitt police Chief James Loftus answers student questions at SGB meeting

By Donata Massimiani, Staff Writer • February 9, 2022
Pitt police Chief James Loftus made an appearance at the Student Government Board’s Tuesday evening meeting for a student Q&A.
Pitt students Lexy Lott (left) and Kaylin Troiano (right) at the Carnegie Museum of Art. The couple met through the Pitt Missed Connections Instagram page.

Students find heartwarming connections through Instagram account

By Payton McCarthy, For The Pitt News • February 9, 2022
With more than 1,000 submissions on the Pitt Missed Connections Instagram page, it may seem far off to think that anyone would actually be able to connect and start a relationship, but some Pitt students found success.
Gov. Tom Wolf delivers his budget address for the 2022-23 fiscal year to a joint session of the Pennsylvania House and Senate in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, on Tuesday, Feb. 8, 2022.

Gov. Wolf proposes $7.7 million increase in Pitt funding

By Martha Layne and Rebecca Johnson • February 9, 2022
Pitt could receive an additional $7.7 million next year, based on the spending plan outlined in Gov. Tom Wolf’s proposed 2022-23 state budget.
A married couple holds hands.

‘Take the risks’: Married staff, professors share relationship advice

By Colm Slevin, Senior Staff Writer • February 9, 2022
While Pitt students learn about a variety of topics from their professors and seek help from University staff, many members of the Pitt community are married and provided wisdom to The Pitt News about relationships.
Student Government Board Presidential candidates Arjun Manjunath (far right) and Danielle Floyd (middle right) are questioned by Jon Moss, Editor-in-Chief of The Pitt News (middle left) and Sam Bliss, news director of WPTS.

SGB candidates debate key issues for presidency

By Kendall Swift, Staff Writer • February 8, 2022
The two Student Government Board presidential candidates debated Monday evening in Nordy’s Place about their most important initiatives for the coming academic year.
People view artwork on display as part of the Black Lives in Focus exhibition along the Omicron Delta Kappa walkway of the Cathedral lawn in September.

Pitt makes Juneteenth an official holiday

By Punya Bhasin, Assistant News Editor • February 8, 2022
Pitt announced Monday that it will add Juneteenth as an official holiday in the University calendar and close all campuses in observation of the holiday starting this year.
Bellefield Presbyterian Church on Fifth Avenue in Oakland.

Pitt religious orgs adapt to COVID-19 guidelines

By Nathan Fitchett, Senior Staff Writer • February 7, 2022
For religious organizations at Pitt, the COVID-19 pandemic has posed a serious challenge, as most typically focus on fostering community and togetherness.
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