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
Beaded friendship bracelets worn by Taylor Swift fans outside of Acrisure Stadium before Swift’s performance on June 17.

‘So special’: Taylor Swift fans flock to ‘Swiftsburgh’ by the thousands

By Pamela Smith, Editor-in-Chief • June 20, 2023

For sophomore nursing major Mallory Moran, Taylor Swift’s arrival in Pittsburgh has been (like Swift herself says in the opening song of The Eras Tour) a long time coming. “I’ve loved her for...

A pile of Pitt footballs.

Pitt football headed in new direction with first-year players

By Jack Markowski, Senior Staff Writer • June 13, 2023
Pitt football underwent a roster overhaul this offseason as many key contributors moved on to the next level, opening up playing time for the Panthers’ newcomers. Senior Staff Writer Jack Markowski previews the first-year players that could step up and make an impact for Pitt in the 2023 season.
Members of the Pitt faculty union and United Steelworkers at the Pennsylvania State Capitol in Harrisburg on Monday.

“Truly a historic day”: Organizers file for Pitt staff union election

By Jack Troy, Senior Staff Writer • June 6, 2023
Pitt staff are on the path to becoming Pennsylvania’s largest public sector workforce to unionize in decades after organizers submitted enough signatures to the state labor board to trigger a vote.
Ciara Gordon, a University of Pittsburgh student with ambitions of being a pediatrician, sits for a portrait in a Pitt classroom on Wednesday, May 17, 2023, in Oakland. Gordon, originally from Homewood, received enough scholarships and grants to make her education at Pitt possible. She was involved in some of Pitt's advocacy efforts to maintain its in-state tuition discount last year.

The high cost of higher ed: Pitt is one of the nation’s priciest public universities for local families

By Betul Tuncer and Emma Folts • June 5, 2023
Even with financial aid, Pitt families pay more than those nationwide who send their children to their university next door.
A referee holds a basketball in the Petersen Events Center.

Pitt men’s basketball continuing to add talent in the offseason

By Jermaine Sykes, Assistant Sports Editor • May 30, 2023
Pitt Men’s Basketball reloaded its roster as it aims to compete at the top of the ACC in 2023-24. Assistant Sports Editor Jermaine Sykes highlights and gives his opinion on the roster's current state.
Fuel and Fuddle on Oakland Avenue.

Fuel and Fuddle to close after 27 years

By Jack Troy, Senior Staff Writer • May 23, 2023
With its lease set to expire and rent on the rise, Fuel and Fuddle announced that May 26 will be its last day of business. The gastropub opened 27 years ago and has since become popular among students for its signature pizzas and wide selection of beer.
Pitt students pose for a photo wearing white dresses and holding candles.

‘Greek Brain’: Students voice concerns over sorority standards board proceedings involving discrimination, bullying

By Punya Bhasin and James Paul • May 22, 2023
Sorority members at Pitt express concerns over standards board processes within their chapters, especially in regards to bullying, racism and cliqueness. Many say that the lack of oversight in the process leaves the system beyond repair.
Chancellor Patrick Gallagher speaks at a press conference following the appointment of Joan Gabel as the University’s next chancellor.

Chancellor Gallagher weighs in on the year of protests, gives advice for the future

By Punya Bhasin, Contributing Editor • May 16, 2023
As his nearly decade-long tenure as chancellor comes to a close, Chancellor Gallagher said he admits there have been many mistakes, but he hopes the mistakes serve as a “teachable moment” for him and for everyone in the Pitt community.
Katz Graduate School of Business.

MSU left Pitt in the dark on professor’s past misconduct

By Alexandra Ross and Alex Walters • May 1, 2023
After a report from his former employer found he “engaged in non-consensual sexual contact,” students and faculty at Pitt are grappling with Charles Hadlock’s misconduct and Pitt’s lack of communication about next steps.
Rowan Wolff exits Posvar Hall through the accessible entrance.

‘Tired and frustrated’: Students with disabilities express concerns with Pitt’s accessibility, Disability Resources and Services

By Madilyn Cianci and Pamela Smith • April 20, 2023
Students receiving accommodations from Pitt’s Disability Resources and Services discuss their concerns with the office — such as miscommunication and campus inaccessibility — in hopes of change at Pitt.
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