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 young girl wearing a Mărțișor at an event hosted by the Romanian Nationality Room Committee on Sunday in Posvar Hall.

Romanian Room Committee marches into spring with the luck of Mărțișor

By Nada Abdulaziz, Staff Writer • February 26, 2023
The Romanian Nationality Room Committee hosted an event to celebrate Mărțișor, a monthlong Romanian holiday that about 30 people attended. On March 1, Romanian people give Mărțișor to their loved ones as a part of the spring holiday celebration.
Carly Rae Jepsen performs on Day 1 of the Austin City Limits Music Festival's first weekend at Zilker Park on Friday, Oct. 7, 2022, in Austin, Texas.

PPC announces Carly Rae Jepsen as Bigelow Bash headliner

By Jessica McKenzie, Culture Editor • February 26, 2023
Pitt Program Council (PPC) announced on Instagram Saturday night that Carly Rae Jepsen, a Canadian dance and synth-pop singer-songwriter, will headline this year’s Bigelow Bash. Pitt’s annual spring concert will take place on April 2.
Roger Whyte, a 2007 alumnus, is the founder and principle at Stratus Firm.

Pitt alum uses ‘love for large-scale special events’ he learned at Pitt Program Council to start event production business in Washington D.C.

By Ananya Pathapadu, Staff Writer • February 26, 2023
Roger Whyte, a 2007 alumnus, is the founder and principle at Stratus Firm, an event production company based in Washington D.C. that organizes events across the world. These events range from galas and conferences to summits and broadcasts.
The inside of Vintage on 51, featuring a variety of curated vintage items.

New vintage store provides sustainable, affordable fashion to Pittsburgh residents

By Trinity Foster, Staff Writer • February 23, 2023
Mike Lang, a South Hills resident and founder of Fifty One Ten Vintage on Penn Avenue, opened his store in East Liberty in 2020. He founded Twisted Vintage in 2022, and their most recent location, Vintage on 51, opened last week
A sign advertising the “One Place to Another” exhibit in the Frick Fine Arts building.

‘One Place to Another’ art exhibit highlights students’ relationships with nature, wildlife

By Nada Abdulaziz, For The Pitt News • February 22, 2023
The University Art Gallery presents the studio art students' research exhibition, “One Place to Another.” Available through March 3, the exhibit includes the work of seven Pitt students who dedicated last summer to participating in field studies in various locations.
Fuel and Fuddle on Oakland Avenue.

Pittsburgh’s best happy hour spots that won’t break the bank

By Grace Hemcher, Senior Staff Writer • February 22, 2023
The search for tasty, affordable happy hour spots in any city is sometimes tricky. Here are five local happy hour spots with good vibes and great drinks.
The Crown Culture club in Lawrence Hall.

Crown Culture club educates about beauty, history of Black hair

By Maria Scanga, Senior Staff Writer • February 21, 2023
As Black History Month nears its end, students in Pitt’s Crown Culture club are hard at work. They are hosting workshops to educate others on the rich history behind Black hairstyles, as well as teaching members how to create those hairstyles on themselves and others.
Pitt Stages brings August Wilson’s ‘Seven Guitars’ back to Pittsburgh

Pitt Stages brings August Wilson’s ‘Seven Guitars’ back to Pittsburgh

By Sarah Pine, For The Pitt News • February 19, 2023
Pitt Stages is presenting “Seven Guitars,” written by August Wilson, to celebrate the arrival of 450 boxes of August Wilson’s archives to Hillman Library. The production will run this week from Tuesday through Saturday at 8 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m.
Students perform during Musical Theatre Club's "Golden Age Cabaret" Thursday night.

Musical Theatre Club hosts ‘Golden Age Cabaret’ to foster an appreciation for the performing arts

By Shreya Singh, Senior Staff Writer • February 17, 2023
About 100 students and parents gathered in the Cathedral’s Understory Thursday night to attend the Musical Theatre Club’s Golden Age Cabaret. The theme was “A Night At the Tony’s,” with multiple performances from members of the club.
Katelyn Gallo, founder of the Underdog App.

Students create company to promote safety confidence among students on campus

By Gabriella Garvin, Staff Writer • February 16, 2023
Underdog is a student-created company that promotes self-defense and education against sexual assault. It offers some classes and events that aim to teach students self defense techniques against sexual assault and spread awareness of resourceson campus.
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