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Students hold sit-in protest in support of Palestinians, call on Pitt to divest

By Jordan Kooper, Staff Writer • April 23, 2024

A coalition of student groups are staging a sit-in protest in front of the Cathedral of Learning today through Friday to support the liberation of Palestine and call for Pitt to divest from Israeli institutions. The protesters encamped on a grassy area near Bigelow Boulevard, before moving to Schenley Plaza, where they have spread banners and pro-Palestinian literature.

Biden talks new economic plans, makes case against Trump in visit to Pittsburgh

By Brian Sherry, Contributing Editor • April 18, 2024

Pennsylvania took center stage in the rapidly approaching 2024 presidential election this week. Both candidates visited Pennsylvania in the past few days, and the polls show the race in the swing state...

Fresh Perspective | Dear Julia

By Julia Smeltzer, Digital Manager • April 18, 2024

In this edition of Fresh Perspective, digital manager Julia Smeltzer writes a letter to her first-year self.

Oakland as a ‘food swamp’: Students talk food accessibility and prices at Forbes Street Market

By Abby Lipold, Assistant News Editor • April 18, 2024

Students and campus representatives talk food accessibility and prices at Forbes Street Market.

Pitt seniors report mixed feelings about graduation

By Amanda Yu, Staff Writer • April 17, 2024

Many people in the class of 2024 will experience their first classic graduation ceremony on April 28. Some students said they have mixed feelings about graduating from college.

Pitt volleyball takes care of Penn State in front of a packed crowd

By Matthew Scabilloni, Senior Staff Writer • April 16, 2024

In the spring months, there isn’t much going on at the Fitzgerald Field House. Maybe some track practices or intramural volleyball games, but nothing of huge importance to a Pitt fan. But on Sunday,...

Review | ‘Wait Wait … Don’t Tell Me!’ in Pittsburgh and a love letter to NPR

By Patrick Swain, Culture Editor • April 14, 2024

From a young age, I’ve found solace in the Pavlovian pleasure of the brassy “All Things Considered” chime. While other kids were begging their parents to turn the dial to Top 40 pop radio, I preferred...

Ross Lynch reignites childhood crushes at Pitt Program Council’s final event of the Year

By Amy Zhang, Staff Writer • April 12, 2024

The Pitt Program Council hosted a 45-minute guided interview and a 15-minute audience Q&A, and the event was a full-circle moment for childhood fans and current fans to connect with the actor, musician and heartthrob.

Pitt students describe search for summer opportunities

By Kyra McCague, Staff Writer • April 11, 2024

As summer approaches, the pressure to find a job or internship increases — with events such as Pitt’s career fair offering opportunities to look for them. Whether it’s to further career goals, make a bit of money or both, students are searching for ways to spend their time this summer.

‘Coolest thing I’ve ever seen’: Pymatuning visitors recount Monday’s eclipse

By Nate Yonamine, Contributing Editor • April 10, 2024

Passing clouds did not deter eclipse viewers at Pymatuning State Park. Approximately 400 people, including Pitt students and alumni, arrived at the state park 90 miles north of Pittsburgh to witness the total solar eclipse passing through North America.