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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
Junior wide receiver Maurice Ffrench runs the ball while completing his first touchdown against Albany.

Panthers display dominance versus Great Danes, cruise to 33-7 win in home opener

By Trent Leonard, Sports Editor • September 1, 2018
The Panthers scored all the points they would need in the first half, taking a commanding 33-7 lead thanks to three total touchdowns from sophomore quarterback Kenny Pickett.

Annual bonfire bolsters Pitt pride

By Sarah Shearer, Assistant News Editor • August 31, 2018
Whether it’s a small flame flickering in a lantern held by a first-year student at lantern night or a roaring bonfire lighting up the Cathedral Lawn, both these traditions are cornerstones of the Pitt experience. Last night’s annual bonfire and pep rally, sponsored by Pitt Program Council, is one of those traditions — one which Pitt students await to kick off the year ahead.
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Dean lifts ban on Greek life

By Grant Burgman, News Editor • August 30, 2018
Bonner announced in April that the modified probation would be lifted once the fall semester started and Pitt finished drafting a thorough community action plan.
Sophomore Kenny Pickett will enter this season as starting quarterback at Saturday’s opener against Albany.

Prediction: Panthers to muzzle Great Danes in season opener

By Dominic Campbell, Staff Writer • August 30, 2018
The Pitt football season kicks off this Saturday afternoon at Heinz Field as the Panthers face off against the Albany Great Danes.
SGB Vice President Jahari Mercer answers a student’s question at Tuesday night’s SGB Open House. (Photo by Thomas Yang | Assistant Visual Editor)

SGB opens year with open house

By Kieran Mclean, Staff Writer • August 29, 2018

Over snacks and refreshments at the Student Government Board open house Tuesday night, first-year student Nina Duong approached SGB President Maggie Kennedy to see how she could be more involved on campus. “I...

Clemson quarterback Kelly Bryant (2) sets up to pass against Miami Hurricanes in the ACC Championship Game at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina, on December 2, 2017. (Al Diaz/Miami Herald/TNS)

ACC Football Predictions: Clemson dominant once again, while Panthers can contend in Coastal

By Cale Berger, Staff Writer • August 29, 2018
You've heard a lot about Pitt football — now find out what the Panthers' ACC competition looks like.
Sophomore Edward Kizza (9) accomplished his first career hat trick during this Monday’s 6-1 victory over Delaware. (Photo by Sarah Cutshall | Staff Photographer)

Panther Spotlight: Kayla Lund, Edward Kizza, Anna Rico

By Trent Leonard, Sports Editor • August 28, 2018
Although the fall sports season is barely a week old, several Panthers have already begun to establish themselves as playmakers on their respective teams.
Thriftsburgh made more than $5,500 in profit at Sunday’s rummage sale, selling primarily household items and clothing. (Photo by Sarah Cutshall | Staff Photographer)

Thriftsburgh returns to save students money

By Kieran Mclean, Staff Writer • August 28, 2018
Thriftsburgh, which sells tees for $3, jeans for $5 and winter coats for $10 regardless of the clothing brand, branched into household appliances for its third annual Rummage Sale on Sunday afternoon in the O’Hara parking lot. Hundreds of students lined up around the block to buy secondhand microwaves, silverware and plastic drawers, netting the group more than $5,500 in profits.

Lantern night shines a light on women’s education

By Madeline Gavatorta, Staff Writer • August 27, 2018
Women at Pitt first began celebrating Lantern Night, the oldest tradition at Pitt, in 1920. This year, at the 98th annual celebration, alumnae passed the "light of learning" to first-year women.
The Pitt Quidditch Club holds a practice game at the Charles L. Cost Sports Center in February 2016. (TPN file photo)

QC Pitt brings magic to campus Muggles

By Nick Carlisano, Staff Writer • August 26, 2018
QC Pitt, the campus club quidditch team, is very real — and preparing to soar to its first Quidditch World Cup in several years. QC Pitt’s origins stem from several students’ discovery of the sport on YouTube in 2008.
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