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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
Thursday's Board of Trustees meeting over Zoom.

Budget and executive committees discuss budget, tuition increases

By Allison Radziwon, Assistant News Editor • July 15, 2022
The budget and executive committees of the Board of Trustees held a virtual meeting on Thursday to discuss the annual operating and capital budgets for the 2023 fiscal year, as well as tuition increases for the upcoming 2022-2023 academic year.
Radisav Vidic, left, Ritesh Pawar and Zheiwei “Joey” Zhang working on the pilot-scale MD system in Texas.

Pitt Engineering develops new process to recycle oil and gas wastewater

By Jacob Mraz, Staff Writer • July 15, 2022
With sustainability in mind, Pitt Engineering designed a system to curb energy industry water waste through membrane distillation.
Co-op brings solar panels to low-income homes in Allegheny County

Co-op brings solar panels to low-income homes in Allegheny County

By Colm Slevin, Senior Staff Writer • July 12, 2022
For Terry Fuller, a resident of Hazelwood, solar power has long been a dream “just out of reach.” Fuller has received estimates for solar panels, but they’ve all been too expensive. After getting a new roof, she’s excited for a new solar opportunity.
Monday’s Development Activities meeting to discuss Parcel “A” of Oakland Crossings.

Walnut Capital, Oakland community discuss Parcel ‘A’

By Pamela Smith, Contributing Editor • July 12, 2022
When Jon Kamin, an attorney representing Walnut Capital, was asked how Parcel “A” of Oakland Crossings is going to fit into the South Oakland neighborhood, he said the development and management firm was “very proud” of the project design.
Sidney Flanigan as Autumn in “Never Rarely Sometimes Always.”

5 films about the importance of abortion rights during a post Roe v. Wade world

By Punya Bhasin, Culture Editor • July 12, 2022
With the overturning of Roe v. Wade, the loss of rights and freedoms for all individuals with a uterus have left many people in need of some inspiration and hope. Here are some movies that will help you reflect on the history of Roe v. Wade, the journey of individuals who deal with unplanned pregnancies, and reproductive freedom.
Review | ‘Thor: Love and Thunder’ — a comedy without laughter

Review | ‘Thor: Love and Thunder’ — a comedy without laughter

By Jacob Mraz, Staff Writer • July 12, 2022
The followup to ‘Thor: Ragnarok’ struggles to capture the magic of its predecessor.
The Cathedral of Learning seen from Schenley Plaza.

Governor signs appropriation for Pitt funding into law

By Allison Radziwon, Assistant News Editor • July 12, 2022
Governor Tom Wolf signed Senate Bill 1284 on July 8, allowing for Pitt and other state related universities to receive funding for the 2022-2023 fiscal year.
The Cathedral of Learning seen from Schenley Plaza.

Pa. House passes Pitt’s $151 million appropriation under separate bill, concerns over fetal tissue research persist

By Allison Radziwon, Assistant News Editor • July 7, 2022
Pitt will receive its $151 million state appropriation after much deliberation in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives.
David Frederick with his wife Sophia Lynn.

Pitt to receive gift from David Frederick in partnership with Oxford, rename honors college

By Allison Radziwon, Assistant News Editor • July 6, 2022
Chancellor Patrick Gallagher announced today that attorney David Frederick will donate a gift to both Pitt’s Honors College and Oxford’s University College.
Kennywood Park

5 Pittsburgh-Based Activities to do This Fourth of July

By Serena Garcia, Staff Writer • July 1, 2022
Whether it’s seeing fireworks, listening to live music, or enjoying the summer heat, there are all kinds of July 4 activities happening throughout Pittsburgh. If you find yourself having trouble looking for your proper Fourth of July activity, listed below are five suggestions.
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