Pitt to match federal Pell Grants, tuition still unclear for next year
By Jon Moss, Contributing Editor
February 22, 2019
Filed under 2. Featured, Campus, News
After its last meeting in September 2018, where a draft version of the campus master plan was released, Pitt’s Board of Trustees tackled issues such as rising tuition and financial aid facing the University at its Friday meeting in the William Pitt Union. The Board did not vote on any decisions...
Context: February Board of Trustees meeting
By Jon Moss, Contributing Editor
February 22, 2019
Filed under 2. Featured, Administration, Campus, News
Today is the Pitt Board of Trustees' February meeting. Here's what to look for.
Sodexo offers culturally diverse meals
By Remy Samuels, Staff Writer
February 21, 2019
Filed under 2. Featured, Campus, News
According to Sodexo district manager Abdou Cole, Sodexo made the move to represent different cultures as accurately as possible after listening to the demands of students.
“Grateful, thankful, overwhelmed”: Brown wins SGB presidency
By Brian Gentry and Emily Wolfe
February 20, 2019
Filed under 2. Featured, Campus, News, Student Government
Zechariah Brown will serve as president of Pitt’s Student Government Board during the 2019-20 school year, after winning 62 percent of the vote against Albert Tanjaya Tuesday.
Your guide to today’s SGB election
By Emily Wolfe, Assistant News Editor
February 19, 2019
Filed under 2. Featured, Campus, News, Student Government
Brush up on these candidates' platforms and then head over to elections.pitt.edu to vote.
Hillman exhibit showcases stories of Ferguson
By Nithil Harris Manimaran, For The Pitt News
February 18, 2019
Filed under 2. Featured, Campus, News
For the month of February, Hillman Library will be home to the Ferguson Voices: Disrupting the Frame, an exhibit commemorating the events that occurred in Ferguson, Missouri.
Pitt snaps 18-game ACC losing streak in 91-78 win over UNC
By Dominic Campbell, Staff Writer
February 15, 2019
Filed under 2. Featured, Sports, Women's Basketball
The Panthers finally got their first ACC win of the season over UNC, ending an 18-game ACC losing streak dating back to Feb. 1, 2018.
LGBTQ+ representation through flags
By Joanna Li, News Editor
February 13, 2019
Filed under 2. Featured, Uncategorized
The iconic, instantly recognizable rainbow flag featured on this year’s Sex Edition cover isn’t the only flag members of the LGBTQ+ community rally around. Since the late artist Gilbert Baker first flew the rainbow flag in 1978, countless other activists and artists have created id...
Pitt students to face tuition hike, Commonwealth funding unclear
By Jon Moss, Contributing Editor
February 13, 2019
Filed under 2. Featured, Campus, News
Pitt students will face an average of tuition hike of four percent next year, even with additional funding from the commonwealth.
Brown, Tanjaya debate for SGB presidency
By Neena Hagen, Senior Staff Writer
February 12, 2019
Filed under 2. Featured, News, Student Government
On Monday night, presidential candidates Albert Tanjaya and Zechariah Brown faced off in a debate for the position. Moderated by Matt Stalford, head writer and host of the Bully PulPitt and Christian Snyder, editor-in-chief of The Pitt News, the two candidates discussed issues ranging from student facilities to administrative policies.
State officials attempt to avert UPMC, Highmark breakup
By Jon Moss, Contributing Editor
February 10, 2019
Filed under 2. Featured, News, UPMC
UPMC and Highmark have a long history of conflict, and this came to a head when UPMC refused to sign a consent decree in late 2018 that would allow Highmark insurance to be used at UPMC hospitals.
Slates present platforms at “Meet the Candidates” event
By Stefan Bordeianu, For The Pitt News
February 8, 2019
Filed under 2. Featured, News, Student Government
To prepare for its Feb. 19 election, Student Government Board hosted a “Meet the Candidates” event on Thursday evening with Pitt Tonight host Andrew Dow. At the event, held in the William Pitt Union, the two presidential candidates and 10 board candidates introduced themselves and their reasons for running to the public — though most of the 30 or so people who attended were already affiliated with the board.
Pitt Coaches prepare to Pink the Pete for the first time
By Dominic Campbell, Staff Writer
February 6, 2019
Filed under 2. Featured, Sports
Pitt’s Women’s Basketball team will be playing in its 12th annual Pink the Petersen game this Sunday against Miami. While this game always holds special meaning for coaches, players and survivors, this year it hits especially close to home for members of Pitt’s team.
Pitt faculty see future in union
By Neena Hagen, Senior Staff Writer
February 6, 2019
Filed under 2. Featured, Administration, Campus, News
To most passersby, the fliers, posters and comics adorning the office doors in the narrow corridors on the fourth floor of the Cathedral of Learning blend in with the rest of campus. But for Tyler McAndrew, a visiting lecturer in the English department and prominent faculty union organizer, the posters th...
Las Palmas remains open after several health inspections
By Joanna Li, News Editor
February 5, 2019
Filed under 2. Featured, City, News
After at least three visits from the Allegheny County Health Department since it was ordered to close Jan. 24, Las Palmas #2, the Oakland location of the Mexican grocery and restaurant, was reinspected Feb. 5 and permitted to remain open.
Pitt introduces new housing option
By Joanna Li, News Editor
February 4, 2019
Filed under 2. Featured, Campus, News
Beginning this August, students will have another off-campus housing option. Last week, Pitt approved a three-year lease for up to 230 students to be housed in 87 apartments inside The Bridge on Forbes, a new upscale apartment complex that is still under construction in West Oakland.
Pitt students search for aerospace program
By Mary Rose O'Donnell, Staff Writer
February 4, 2019
Filed under 2. Featured, Campus, News
From Air Force ROTC cadets to Swanson engineers, many Pitt students yearn for a solid aerospace program that can prepare them for future careers in the United States Air Force and other related aerospace fields.
Students see “Eye to Eye” with mentors
By Maggie Young, Staff Writer
January 31, 2019
Filed under 2. Featured, News
Eye to Eye is a national organization that works to combat this stigma and provide resources to children with ADHD and learning disabilities.
Kappa Kappa Gamma placed on interim suspension
By Brian Gentry, Assistant News Editor
January 30, 2019
Filed under 2. Featured, Campus, News
Kappa Kappa Gamma, a Pitt sorority, was placed on interim suspension of registration at Pitt, according to the Student Affairs website.
Super Bowl Scoop: Covering America’s Greatest Spectacle from the beat writers who’ve been there
By Ben Bobeck, For The Pitt News
January 30, 2019
Filed under 2. Featured, Sports, Sports Features
If it weren’t for journalists, most people would have no idea what’s going on at the Super Bowl. But while they’re bringing you the news, their jobs aren’t always easy. The Pitt News spoke with some journalists to find out the scoop on covering the Super Bowl.
Pittsburgh braces for polar vortex, Pitt cancels Wednesday classes
By The Pitt News Staff
January 30, 2019
Filed under 2. Featured, Campus, City, News
Despite predicted wind chills as low as minus 20 degrees Fahrenheit Wednesday — and a petition with more than 8,500 signatures demanding Pitt cancel classes — the University of Pittsburgh does not plan to close Wednesday, according to Pitt spokesperson Joe Miksch.
Pitt waives Shapiro fee for College Republicans
By Brian Gentry and Emily Wolfe
January 28, 2019
Filed under 2. Featured, Campus, News
University spokesman Joe Miksch said the College Republicans were responsible for the fee, as “consistent with University guidelines,” but the University would waive it due to the high cost to the club.
Pa. group offers legal help to sexual assault victims
By Mary Rose O'Donnell, Staff Writer
January 27, 2019
Filed under 2. Featured, City, News
Legal expenses for sexual assault cases can often exceed $10,000, a prohibitively high cost for segments of the population that live paycheck-to-paycheck. One group is making it possible for Pennsylvanian survivors of sexual assault to get free legal help — particularly those who couldn’t otherwise afford it.
“Nailed it” host Nicole Byer performs at Pitt
By Maggie Young, Staff Writer
January 25, 2019
Filed under 2. Featured, Campus, News
On Thursday night, Nicole Byer, host of Netflix show “Nailed It,” performed stand-up in front of a 300 member audience. Byer addressed issues from race to body image, gathering applause from the students alongside her stand-up opener, junior Kathryn Human.
Redhawk Coffee soars above competition
By Alexa Marzina, Staff Writer
January 23, 2019
Filed under 2. Featured, News
Considering the quality of its beverages, kindness of its staff and coziness of its atmosphere, there’s no question why students flock to Redhawk Coffee to enjoy some nest-level coffee.
First-year phenoms lead Duke past Pitt, 79-64
By Trent Leonard, Sports Editor
January 22, 2019
Filed under 2. Featured, Men's Basketball, Sports
Three of Jeff Capel’s most widely known recruits from the past year were the leading scorers in Tuesday night’s men’s basketball matchup versus No. 2 Duke.
Oakland Zoo remains caged in
By Tessa Sayers, assistant sports editor
January 21, 2019
Filed under 2. Featured, Sports, Sports Features
Since its founding 18 years ago, the members of the Oakland Zoo have only stormed the court twice, both times at the Fitzgerald Field House. And it’s not because the athletic department won’t let them.
Pittsburgh hosts third annual Women’s March
By Stefan Bordeianu and Neena Hagen
January 19, 2019
Filed under 2. Featured, City, News, Top Stories
The third annual Pittsburgh Women’s March on Saturday drew a smaller crowd than last year, but thousands of marchers still showed up to advocate for a message of "building bridges."
Pitt faculty file for union election
By Emily Wolfe, Assistant News Editor
January 18, 2019
Filed under 2. Featured, Campus, News, Top Stories
Faculty filed for a union election with the Pennsylvania Labor Relations Board on Friday, with the aim of forming a union that would cover more than 3,000 faculty across Pitt’s five campuses.
Pittsburgh prepares for “Stronger Than Hate” Women’s March
By Neena Hagen, Staff Writer
January 17, 2019
Filed under 2. Featured, City, News
Speakers at the third annual Pittsburgh Women’s March will include Dena Stanley, who heads the trans advocacy group Trans YOUniting, and Michelle Kenney, the mother of Antwon Rose Jr.
SGB closes in on election season
By Emily Wolfe, Assistant News Editor
January 16, 2019
Filed under 2. Featured, News, Student Government
With just over a month left before Pitt students elect nine of their peers to the 2019-2020 Student Government Board, the list of candidates will soon be official. This year, candidates will be offered financial assistance to fulfill their campaign finances.
Black student organizations celebrate 50 years of pride, progress
By Neena Hagen, Staff Writer
January 16, 2019
Filed under 2. Featured, Campus, News
During the height of the Civil Rights movement, in 1969, 40 members from Pitt’s newly minted Black Action Society shut themselves inside a Cathedral of Learning computer lab for seven hours to protest racial injustices on campus.
Pitt upsets No. 11 Florida State 75-62
By Andrew Kelly, Staff Writer
January 15, 2019
Filed under 2. Featured, Men's Basketball, Sports
First-year Trey McGowens notched his second 30 point game of his career in Pitt’s upset over Florida State on Monday night.
Chancellor Gallagher receives raise, additional incentive
By Anna Bongardino, Contributing Editor
January 13, 2019
Filed under 2. Featured, Campus, News, Uncategorized
The combination of the 2.25 percent increase in the chancellor’s salary — to a base salary of $550,000 — and the payout from his retention agreement will result in a salary of more than $1,000,000 for Chancellor Gallagher during the 2019 fiscal year.
Breaking: Pitt appoints counseling center director
By Brian Gentry and Christian Snyder
January 11, 2019
Filed under 2. Featured, 3. Breaking, Campus, Health, News
Pitt has been without a full-time director of the counseling center since the previous director was arrested in May 2018 on charges of possessing child pornography.
Milk Shake Factory brings storefront to Pitt’s backyard
By Stefan Bordeianu, For The Pitt News
January 10, 2019
Filed under 2. Featured, Campus, News
The new Milk Shake Factory will open on Forbes Avenue in February, according to a vice president at the business. The price range for a milkshake is $5-7.
Pitt to discontinue women’s tennis program
By Trent Leonard, Sports Editor
January 10, 2019
Filed under 2. Featured, 3. Breaking, Sports, Sports / Other Varsity Sports
Athletic director Heather Lyke announced that Pitt will be discontinuing its women's tennis program after the upcoming spring season.
New class addresses anti-Semitism
By Erica Guthrie, Staff Writer
January 10, 2019
Filed under 2. Featured, Campus, News
A new class called “Anti-Semitism Then and Now: Perspectives after Tree of Life” begins on Jan. 23. The series of lectures is hosted by the Jewish studies department, along with the history department, religious studies department and the European Studies Center.
Government shutdown slows university research
By Brian Gentry, Assistant News Editor
January 8, 2019
Filed under 2. Featured, Campus, News, Tech Science, Uncategorized
The U.S. government shut down on Dec. 22, and research production at Pitt and other universities may slow down because of it.
Proposed gun legislation triggers protests
By Emily Wolfe, Assistant News Editor
January 8, 2019
Filed under 2. Featured, City, News
Several hundred gun rights supporters gathered at the City-County Building Monday to protest legislation that would restrict gun ownership in Pittsburgh.
Bio class assigned new professor after petition
By Jon Moss, Contributing Editor
January 7, 2019
Filed under 2. Featured, Campus, News
At the end of the fall semesters, students in professor Peebles’ biology 1000 class created a petition claiming that the class was graded unfairly
Panthers come up short to Stanford in Sun Bowl, 14-13
By Trent Leonard, Sports Editor
December 31, 2018
Filed under 2. Featured, Football, Sports
Despite out-gaining its opponent in nearly every facet of the game, the Pitt football team fell to Stanford, 14-13, in the Hyundai Sun Bowl Monday afternoon, thus failing to crack .500 for the second straight season.
Body discovered on roof of Lothrop Hall
By Jon Moss, Contributing Editor
December 15, 2018
Filed under 2. Featured, 3. Breaking, Campus, City, Crime, News
A dead body was found on the roof of Lothrop Hall Saturday morning. Pitt Police and Pittsburgh Police officers were at the scene.
Pitt student hit by Port Authority bus near WPU
By Jon Moss, Senior Staff Writer
December 10, 2018
Filed under 2. Featured, Campus, News
A female Pitt student was struck by a Port Authority bus near the William Pitt Union in Oakland at approximately 9:30 a.m. Monday.
Biology students petition against professor
By Jon Moss, Staff Writer
December 7, 2018
Filed under 2. Featured, Campus, News
As finals week approaches, over 30 students have signed a petition against Craig Peebles, a biology professor at Pitt. The petition cites that the two past exams in the class have been graded unfairly, and the students are asking that the course be further examined.
Leon Ford makes ‘A Seat at the Table’ for community
By Maggie Young, For The Pitt News
December 6, 2018
Filed under 2. Featured, City, News
Rather than speaking to a crowd from a pulpit, Leon Ford prefers to engage with his community by sitting among them to hear what they have to say.
SGB pushes stricter laws on firearm sales
By Emily Wolfe, Senior Staff Writer
December 5, 2018
Filed under 2. Featured, Campus, Crime, News, Student Government
After more than a month of trying to help Pittsburgh heal from the Tree of Life shooting, SGB has set its sights on making change in Washington.
LNAP offers pre-finals stress relief for students
By Emily Wolfe, Senior Staff Writer
December 4, 2018
Filed under 2. Featured, Campus, Health, News
On Monday night at Hillman, some settled in for a long winter’s LNAP — the “Long Night Against Procrastination.”
Jewish students remember Tree of Life on Hanukkah
By Erica Guthrie, Staff Writer
December 3, 2018
Filed under 2. Featured, Campus, News
The first night of Hanukkah began last night and Jewish students are celebrating while remembering the lives lost in the Tree of Life shooting.
Pitt professors explore psychology of mass shooting survivors
By Sid Lingala and Hannah Schneider
November 30, 2018
Filed under 2. Featured, City, Crime, Health, News
The recent expansion in the DSM–5 of PTSD gives more insight into the general psychology of mass shooting survivors.
‘Queer Eye’ star Antoni Porowski speaks to sold-out audience on campus
By Apoorva Kethidi, Staff Writer
November 29, 2018
Filed under 2. Featured, Culture, Television
More than 200 students headed to the WPU Ballroom Wednesday night to listen to a lecture — and watch a cooking demonstration — from reality TV star Antoni Porowski.
Prince-Wright prospers in post-playing career
By Ben Zimmer, Staff Writer
November 28, 2018
Filed under 2. Featured, Sports, Sports Features
Pitt became the place where former men's soccer player Joe Prince-Wright honed his true passion — journalism — as he earned a double-major in English writing and communication.
Professors examine gun violence, mental health correlation
By Maggie Young, For The Pitt News
November 27, 2018
Filed under 2. Featured, City, Crime, News
After 346 mass shootings in 2017, 321 have occurred so far in 2018 — and studies continue to show an increasing number of these incidents.
Forbes Street Market draws price competitions
By Dylan Giacobbe, Staff Writer
November 26, 2018
Filed under 2. Featured, Campus, News
Among different grocery store selections, the recently opened Forbes Street Market had some differences among prices. The Pitt News looks at these differences by comparing the newly opened store with other grocery stores near campus.
Home away from home: How international athletes celebrate Thanksgiving
By Dominic Campbell, Staff Writer
November 20, 2018
Filed under 2. Featured, Sports
International athletes on Pitt’s men’s and women’s basketball teams have learned to enjoy Thanksgiving, often spending the holiday with their team or going to a teammate’s house to celebrate.
Lawsuit alleges Pitt responsible for dropped criminal charges
By Jon Moss, Staff Writer
November 20, 2018
Filed under 2. Featured, 3. Breaking, Campus, Crime, News
The owner of Garage Door Saloon says he is intending to prove Pitt's involvement in the district attorney's dismissal of criminal charges against students.
NextGen voters turned away at polls
By Erica Guthrie, Staff Writer
November 19, 2018
Filed under 2. Featured, Campus, News
Some students were confused and frustrated when they couldn’t vote after registering with NextGen America. NextGen America registered thousands of students to vote on Pitt’s campus — though some were still turned away at the polls.
Tree of Life victim Joyce Fienberg remembered as deeply caring
By Remy Samuels, Staff Writer
November 16, 2018
Filed under 2. Featured, News
Joyce Fienberg, a victim of the Tree of Life Shooting, was a Pitt researcher for 25 years.
Ben Shapiro appearance sparks controversy
By Emily Wolfe and Andrew O'Brien
November 15, 2018
Filed under 2. Featured, Campus, News
On his tour of college campuses this fall, conservative author and political commentator Ben Shapiro has spoken to sold-out rooms on visits that have become famous for protests and controversy.
Young America’s Foundation threatens lawsuit against Pitt over Ben Shapiro security fee
By Christian Snyder, Editor-in-Chief
November 14, 2018
Filed under 2. Featured, Campus, News
After Pitt charged YAF with a $5,000 security fee for its planned Ben Shapiro speech, the conservative group threatened legal action, alleging the fee is unconstitutional.
Jewish athletes at Pitt reflect on Tree of Life shooting
By Tessa Sayers, Assistant Sports Editor
November 14, 2018
Filed under 2. Featured, Sports, Sports Features
The morning of Oct. 27 seemed like just another Saturday for Pitt’s swimming and diving coach and his two Jewish swimmers. But an evil act quickly turned it into anything but.
Pitt remains undefeated with 84-75 win over Troy
By Trent Leonard and Stephen Thompson
November 13, 2018
Filed under 2. Featured, Men's Basketball, Sports
From the high scoring offense to the smothering defense, Pitt Men’s Basketball once again showed its not the same team as last year when it beat Troy 84-75 on Monday. You can read the full recap of last night’s game here.
Leon Ford announces run for Pittsburgh City Council
By Kieran McLean, Staff Writer
November 12, 2018
Filed under 2. Featured, City, News
Community activist Leon Ford is challenging 10-year 9th District incumbent the Rev. Ricky Burgess for his city council seat.
Pittsburghers protest Sessions firing, Trump-Russia claims
By Dylan Giacobbe, Staff Writer
November 9, 2018
Filed under 2. Featured, City, News
Pittsburghers came together on Thursday night to protest Trump’s recent firing of former Attorney General Jeff Sessions and the immediate promotion of lawyer Matthew Whitaker to the Attorney General position.
Volunteers encourage student voting on campus
By Janine Faust, Managing Editor
November 6, 2018
Filed under 2. Featured, Campus, News
For many Pitt students, the midterm elections were the first vote they cast since the 2016 presidential election, when President Trump was elected.
A day in the life of student canvassing
By Emily Wolfe, Senior Staff Writer
November 5, 2018
Filed under 2. Featured, City, News
For Alex Rose, the two days leading up to an election are filled with knocking on front doors, asking questions and marking responses. That’s what the job of a student canvasser entails.
Ellison to lead Pitt despite hiatus
By Tessa Sayers, Assistant Editor
November 4, 2018
Filed under 2. Featured, Men's Basketball, Sports
Malik Ellison doesn’t count last Thursday’s exhibition game as his first real game, he’s looking forward to tomorrow. It may have been over a year since he last stepped on the court to play in a regular season game, but the captain isn’t nervous, in fact, he’s more confident than ever.
Don’t miss your shot to avoid the flu
By Nina Kneuer, For the Pitt News
November 1, 2018
Filed under 2. Featured, Health, News
It’s not too late to get your flu shot. Pitt makes it easy — and free — to protect yourself from contracting the disease. Whether or not to get a flu shot — it’s a point of contention. But Dr. Simon Barrett-Boyes discusses the many benefits of getting the vaccination.
Suspect in Tree of Life massacre pleads not guilty
By Janine Faust, Managing Editor
November 1, 2018
Filed under 2. Featured, City, Crime, News
Robert Bowers, 46, had been indicted on 44 counts by a federal grand jury Wednesday relating to the killing of 11 members of the Tree of Life synagogue last weekend.
Pittsburgh rallies, unites against hate
By Dylan Giaccobe, Staff Writer
November 1, 2018
Filed under 2. Featured, City, Crime, News, Top Stories
When President Donald Trump visited Pittsburgh on Tuesday in the aftermath of the Tree of Life Synagogue shooting, Pittsburgh Mayor Bill Peduto stayed far away – as did many other local elected officials. But a student-organized Unite Against Hate rally in Schenley Plaza Wednesday night brought the...
Trump’s visit inspires community protests
By Kieran McLean and Jon Kunitsky
October 31, 2018
Filed under 2. Featured, City, News
Activism became part of Pittsburgh’s mourning process Tuesday, as more than a thousand people gathered in Squirrel Hill to protest the arrival of President Donald Trump. In response to Saturday's Tree of Life Synagogue massacre, activist groups in Pittsburgh organized multiple simultaneous gatherin...
Community rallies together in response to Tree of Life tragedy
By Caroline Bourque, Contributing Editor
October 29, 2018
Filed under 2. Featured, Culture
In light of the heartbreak felt by the Pittsburgh community over these past few days, many local leaders and students are speaking out in hopes of making change.
Trump to visit Pittsburgh on Tuesday in wake of synagogue massacre
By Christian Snyder, Editor in Chief
October 29, 2018
Filed under 2. Featured, City, Crime, News
White House Press Secretary Sarah Huckabee Sanders confirmed the President and First Lady will visit Pittsburgh on Tuesday.
Community mourns shooting victims at weekend vigil
By Emily Wolfe, Staff Writer
October 28, 2018
Filed under 2. Featured, City, Crime, News
At Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hall, the Pittsburgh community gathered to remember the victims of the Tree of Life Synagogue massacre, which claimed the lives of 11 Pittsburghers.
Center for African American Poetry and Poetics hosts “Black Ecstatic” panel and showcase
By Dylan Giacobbe, For the Pitt News
October 26, 2018
Filed under 2. Featured, Campus, News
Rickey Laurentiis — a poet from New Orleans currently serving as the inaugural fellow of the Center for African American Poetry and Poetics — took the stage at the Frick Fine Arts building on Thursday night and made clear what they came to see. “I wanted to see how a black filmmaker argues her body into a ...
Instagram foodies: The faces behind the food
By Emma Maurice, Staff Writer
October 24, 2018
Filed under 2. Featured, Culture, Food & Drink
Niche social media pages are all the rage right now -- especially on Instagram. One of those niche markets is foodies, and Pitt boasts a few of those.
Attila Domos: Handcyclist, author and paraplegic rockstar
By Griffin Floyd, Staff Writer
October 23, 2018
Filed under 2. Featured, Sports, Sports Features
Romanian-born Pittsburgh native Attila Domos nearly broke the official world handcycling record recently — but his talents also extend to artistry, authorship and Wii Sports.
Pitt, Sodexo address food safety concerns amid reinspection citations
By Hannah Schneider and Christian Snyder
October 23, 2018
Filed under 2. Featured, Campus, News
Nearly 2,000 students have signed a petition demanding Pitt replace Sodexo as its food service provider. Pitt and Sodexo responded to the recent health department violations.
The core of cider: following the process from tree to mug
By Alexa Marzina, Staff Writer
October 21, 2018
Filed under 2. Featured, News
An apple a day keeps the doctor away, but a 20-bushel of apples makes 75 gallons of cider.
Pitt celebrates grand opening of CEC
By Jon Kunitsky, Staff Writer
October 19, 2018
Filed under 2. Featured, News
Homewood's new community center features everything from engineering classes to personal mentorship.
Man sentenced to life in prison without parole for murder of Pitt student
By Janine Faust, Managing Editor
October 17, 2018
Filed under 2. Featured, 3. Breaking, Campus, Crime, News
The DA’s office had originally sought the death penalty for Matthew Darby and withdrew it after he agreed to a sentence of life without parole.
Oakland community speaks out against UPMC building
By Dylan Giacobbe, For The Pitt News
October 17, 2018
Filed under 2. Featured, Health, News
Innovative health treatments could be coming to Oakland as soon as 2023 — but some Oakland residents disapprove of the buildings coming with it.
Pittsburghers gear up for new bike plan
By Andrew O'Brien, For the Pitt News
October 16, 2018
Filed under 2. Featured, City, News
About 35 people gathered in the Manchester Citizen Corporation on Monday to attend the second of three meetings DOMI organized.
Notre Dame fends off upset, tops Pitt 19-14
By Trent Leonard, Sports Editor
October 13, 2018
Filed under 2. Featured, Football, Sports
The Fighting Irish fought their way back against Pitt, taking their first lead with 5:43 left in the game. That would prove to be the final score.
Students bring mental health to light with spoken poetry
By Sarah Shearer, Assistant News Editor
October 12, 2018
Filed under 2. Featured, News
Eight speakers shared spoken poetry at SGB’s “Stay Spoke Poetry Night” event Thursday evening in the William Pitt Union. The event was hosted as a part of Mental Health Awareness Month.
‘Rocky Horror Picture Show’ back on after meeting with SGB
By Christian Snyder, Editor in Chief
October 10, 2018
Filed under 2. Featured, Campus, News, Student Government
After a confusing last few days, those involved are confident “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” will see the stage this year despite a surprise cancellation announced on Monday. The show, hosted annually by the Engineering Student Council, encountered funding dilemmas — which some interpreted as a ma...
Blue Sparrow food truck flocks to a new home
By Erica Guthrie, Staff Writer
October 9, 2018
Filed under 2. Featured, Campus, News
One of its previous stops was outside of Redhawk Coffee on Meyran Avenue, but the owners have had to ease up on lunch service to devote time to developing the new bus.
Rocky Horror Picture Show suddenly cancelled, organizers blame SGB
By Sarah Connor and Christian Snyder
October 9, 2018
Filed under 2. Featured, Campus, News, Student Government
Organizers cited budget issues and blamed SGB for cutting funding and eliminating a safe space for the LGBTQ+ community – President Maggie Kennedy responded to the criticism in an interview.
Port Authority reroutes in East End
By Jon Moss, For the Pitt News
October 8, 2018
Filed under 2. Featured, City, News
Port Authority’s plans to create a faster, more consistent and more reliable bus service between the East End and Downtown Pittsburgh came to a screeching halt in May 2017 after it received public backlash for including service cuts to some routes. Following community debate, including several town halls and act...
Three takeaways from Pitt’s OT homecoming win
By Trent Leonard, Sports Editor
October 7, 2018
Filed under 2. Featured, Football, Sports
Now halfway through the season, it’s becoming clearer what we can expect to see from Pitt on a weekly basis. Here’s what Saturday revealed about the team:
No ex’Cuse: Panthers beat Syracuse 44-37 after weather delay, overtime
By Nick Carlisano, Staff Writer
October 6, 2018
Filed under 2. Featured, Football, Sports
The senior running back tandem of Qadree Ollison and Darrin Hall carried Pitt to an overtime victory, rushing for a combined 299 yards and three touchdowns.
Kava-NAH: Pittsburgh locals protest Supreme Court nomination
By Jon Kunitsky, Staff Writer
October 4, 2018
Filed under 2. Featured, News
More than 75 Pittsburgh locals unified Thursday to speak out against Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh's possible confirmation.
Phi Delta Theta under police investigation for alleged hazing incident
By Christian Snyder, Editor-in-Chief
October 3, 2018
Filed under 2. Featured, 3. Breaking, News
The University of Pittsburgh chapter of fraternity Phi Delta Theta is under police investigation after this weekend, when a Pitt community member reported alleged hazing at off-campus fraternity events last week.
Pitt announces Panthers Forward to ease student debt
By Christian Snyder, Editor-in-Chief
October 3, 2018
Filed under 2. Featured, Administration, News
While there’s little Pitt can do to procure more funding from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, the University wants to help students deal with their debt. Pitt announced the creation of Panthers Forward yesterday, a new debt easement program that aims to to help fund current students’ education by utilizing the University’s alumni network.
William Pitt Union celebrates 120 years
By Hannah Schneider and Grant Burgman
October 1, 2018
Filed under 2. Featured, Campus, News
Built in 1898, Hotel Schenley was designed to reflect entrepreneur Franklin Nicola’s vision for the Oakland community to become a center for culture and education. Fast-forward 120 years and Nicola’s dream has manifested — now through the presence of student organizations, affairs and activities. The ...
Chancellor releases 30-year Campus Master Plan
By Sarah Shearer, Assistant News Editor
September 30, 2018
Filed under 2. Featured, Administration, Campus, News
Pitt as we know it may look a lot different by the time the next generation of applications rolls in. The University released a Campus Master Plan in a Board of Trustees meeting Friday, including plans for new academic buildings, housing and rerouted transportation methods. The projected master plan has b...
UCF wins 17th straight game, pummels Pitt 45-14
By Trent Leonard, Sports Editor
September 29, 2018
Filed under 2. Featured, Football, Sports
The Panthers looked listless on both sides of the ball, producing a season-low 272 yards of total offense and allowing a season-high 568 yards on defense
After 13 years, Iron City Bikes to close Oakland location
By Hannah Schneider, Assistant News Editor
September 27, 2018
Filed under 2. Featured, News
After nearly 13 years of serving the Oakland community, Iron City Bikes will close its doors for good at 5 p.m. on Sept. 29.
Bully PulPitt hosts discussion on gun violence
By Sam Weber, Staff Writer
September 27, 2018
Filed under 2. Featured, Campus, News
Gun violence is one of the most divisive issues in American culture today, but the UPTV-based nonpartisan political television show “The Bully PulPitt” set out to investigate that issue through discussion on Wednesday night. The Bully PulPitt’s “Let’s Talk — Gun Violence” discussion in the William...
Column: New Pitt show has yet to go ‘Beyond the Script’
By Dominic Campbell, Staff Writer
September 26, 2018
Filed under 2. Featured, Sports, Sports Columns
Pitt Athletics says it's looking to expose fans to every Panther sports team with its new television show “Pitt: Beyond the Script," but it could do better.