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The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

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The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

The Pitt News
Joan Gabel at a press conference in the Cathedral of Learning after being named the University's next chancellor on April 3.

Faculty union, SGB discuss hopes and opportunities for Chancellor-elect Gabel

By Madison Dean, Senior Staff Writer • May 24, 2023
After a seven-month-long search process, the University’s Board of Trustees selected Joan Gabel as Pitt’s chancellor-elect on April 3, 2023. A search committee to find a new chancellor was appointed by Board of Trustees chair Doug Browning in September 2022. The committee included Board of Trustees members along with faculty, staff, students and alumni.
Joseph McCarthy, vice provost for undergraduate studies.

Joseph McCarthy named interim provost effective July 1

By Ryleigh Lord, News Editor • May 17, 2023
Joseph McCarthy, current vice provost for undergraduate studies, will be interim provost starting on July 1, 2023, according to an announcement from Chancellor Gallagher.
Members of the Writers Guild of America (WGA) picket outside CBS Television City in the Fairfax District of Los Angeles on Tuesday, May 2.

Writers Strike delays upcoming shows, movies

By Maya Valletta, Staff Writer • May 17, 2023
Pitt alumnus Ben Asciutto, who graduated this April with a film and business degree, said he is concerned about how the WGA strike will affect his career and the industry. 
A view of downtown Pittsburgh.

7 spots to add to your Pittsburgh summer bucket list

By Renee Dubaich, Staff Writer • May 17, 2023
If you find yourself in Pittsburgh this summer and are yearning to get out and explore, here are some fun, easily accessible and — most importantly — free places to visit to cure your summer boredom. All you need is yourself, your phone for directions and your student ID to take the bus.
Chancellor Patrick Gallagher speaks at a press conference following the appointment of Joan Gabel as the University’s next chancellor.

Chancellor Gallagher weighs in on the year of protests, gives advice for the future

By Punya Bhasin, Contributing Editor • May 17, 2023
As his nearly decade-long tenure as chancellor comes to a close, Chancellor Gallagher said he admits there have been many mistakes, but he hopes the mistakes serve as a “teachable moment” for him and for everyone in the Pitt community.
Candidates for Allegheny County executive speak at the Barbara Daly Danko Political Forum in February at Carnegie Mellon University in the McConomy Auditorium. Pictured from left to right: Liv Bennett, Dave Fawcett, Sara Innamorato, Michael Lamb, Erin McClelland, Will Parker and John Weinstein.

Sara Innamorato wins Democratic Primary for Allegheny County Executive

By Ryleigh Lord, News Editor • May 17, 2023
Sara Innamorato, a progressive State House representative, has won the 2023 Allegheny County executive primary race with 38% of the votes.
The School of Education, located in 5500 Posvar Hall.

School of Education rises in national rankings

By Spencer Levering, Staff Writer • May 17, 2023
U.S. News & World Report ranked Pitt’s School of Education as the 27th best in the nation last month, placing it in the top 10% of education programs in the country. This marks a significant increase from just a few years ago in 2021, when the program was ranked 39th in the nation by U.S. News & World Report.
The Cathedral of Learning.

‘Couldn’t they have told us earlier?’: Students frustrated over change in commencement ticket policy

By Kelly McPoyle, Staff Writer • April 21, 2023
A week and a half before graduation, Pitt announced that tickets will now be required to enter the Petersen Events Center. Each graduate will now be given four tickets and will not be able to purchase more. With arrangements for families to come from out of town already made, graduating students are frustrated.
The Senate Council meeting on Thursday in Posvar Hall.

Senate Council discusses recent public safety concerns

By Alexandra Ross, Assistant News Editor • April 21, 2023
The University Senate Council’s monthly meeting mainly centered on recent public safety and emergency management concerns, including two hoax shooter threats and Tuesday evening’s protest.
Police Blotter: April 13 - April 19

Police Blotter: April 13 – April 19

By News Editors • April 21, 2023
Pitt police reported theft, aggravated assault and more in this week’s crime log.
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