Pitt gets a power-up with hydroelectric energy
By Emily Drzymalski, Staff Writer
January 17, 2019
Filed under Campus, News, Top Stories
Pitt has signed a power purchase agreement with Rye Development that implements a three point plan to move the University towards hydroelectric power.
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.
Today’s weather forecast: who knows?
By Brian Gentry, Assistant News Editor
January 16, 2019
Filed under City, News, Tech Science, Top Stories
This spring semester had a hot start.
SGB beefs up workout facilities
By Maureen Hartwell, For The Pitt News
January 16, 2019
Filed under News, Student Government, Top Stories
SGB will hold two more Town Halls before the end of the year, and one will focus on sustainability.
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.
Racial slurs found on car roofs in South Oakland
By Brian Gentry, Assistant News Editor
January 16, 2019
Filed under Campus, City, Crime, News, Top Stories
Racial slurs were found written in snow on car hoods in South Oakland Sunday night.
Hadar Galron spins comedy from Orthodox roots
By Maggie Young, Staff Writer
January 15, 2019
Filed under Campus, News, Top Stories
It was when Galron heard a rabbi joking on the radio about the traditions of Orthodox Judaism that she realized she could funnel her upbringing into comedy.
Pittsburgh notables make Forbes ‘30 under 30’
By Mary Rose O'Donnell, Staff Writer
January 15, 2019
Filed under City, News, Top Stories
Forbes recognized three Pittsburgh notables in their recent 30 Under 30 List. One of those recognized on the list is Shinjini Kundu, a current resident doctor at UPMC who created a new artificial intelligence system to analyze medical imaging.
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.
Pitt appoints counseling center director
By Erica Guthrie, Senior Staff Writer
January 13, 2019
Filed under Campus, News, Top Stories
19 months after the arrest of Edward Michaels, the University has appointed a new director of the UCC. Kenyon Bonner, Pitt vice provost and dean of students, said Darr, as the director, will play an imperative role in the UCC’s mission to support students’ well-being.
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.
Scott Stern discusses American Plan legacy
By Emily Drzymalski, Staff Writer
January 11, 2019
Filed under Campus, News, Top Stories
On Thursday evening, Scott Stern, a Pittsburgh native and author of “The Trials of Nina McCall,” discussed the American Plan in connection with Thomas Parran.
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.
Report evaluates colleges’ free speech rules
By Neena Hagen, Staff Writer
January 10, 2019
Filed under Campus, News, Top Stories
Free speech rights are among the most debated topics on college campuses across the country. But the Foundation for Individual Rights in Education, FIRE, put free speech issues into numbers in a report last month.
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.
SGB looks ahead to elections, empowerment
By Neena Hagen, Staff Writer
January 9, 2019
Filed under News, Student Government, Top Stories
At SGB’s first meeting of the semester, board members discussed upcoming and ongoing initiatives, including one to ban tobacco products on campus.
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.
Experts offer tips on media literacy
By Maggie Young, Staff Writer
January 8, 2019
Filed under News, Top Stories
With the advancement of social platforms, the spread of false news occurs daily, which is why, according to Cindy Skrzycki, a Pitt senior lecturer of English, it is important to be media literate.
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.
Featured Features: 2018 Editors’ Picks
January 7, 2019
Many of The Pitt News’ editors had trouble deciding on a single story published in the past year that they found the most intriguing, so they’ve recommended entire editions and overall coverage instead.
In case you missed it: News from winter break 2018
By Joanna Li, News Editor
January 7, 2019
Filed under News
In case you missed it, here are some news highlights that happened over winter break.
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
New gen ed requirements encourage cultural understanding
By Mary Rose O'Donnell, Staff Writer
January 7, 2019
Filed under Administration, News, Top Stories
This past semester marked the implementation of a new set of general education requirements for the Dietrich School, the finale of a year-long effort.
LGBTQ+ students, allies find home in LLC
By Neena Hagen, Staff Writer
January 7, 2019
Filed under Campus, News, Top Stories
Located on the 12th floor of Lothrop Hall is the newly developed Gender and Sexualtiy LLC. The community brings together students who are dedicated to supportive environments.
Students use Facebook to create community
By Jacq Flash, for The Pitt News
January 6, 2019
Facebook’s groups feature has become a way to connect people with similar interests or goals.
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.
Pitt recognizes inaugural Panthers “Forward” class
By Brian Gentry, Contributing Editor
December 10, 2018
Filed under Administration, Campus, News
The University of Pittsburgh recognized the inaugural class of Panthers Forward, a program which seeks to relieve student debt, on Friday.
Lawsuit dismissed against former police officer Michael Rosfeld, Garage Door
By Jon Moss, Senior Staff Writer
December 9, 2018
A federal court case alleging an improper arrest of Pitt students at a local bar in December 2017 was dismissed Thursday.
Students and faculty examine procrastination cures
By Mario Cattabiani III, Staff Writer
December 9, 2018
Filed under News
Cramming is a time-honored tradition at every college. But why do it, especially when many experts believe it is an ineffective way of studying?
Hillman noise levels prompt complaints
By Adaugoamaji Nwankpa, For The Pitt News
December 9, 2018
As finals season approaches, more and more students have been dissatisfied with the noise level at Hillman as they migrate there to do last-minute cramming.
Students recall strange Hillman sightings
By Julia Zenkevich, For The Pitt News
December 9, 2018
Filed under Campus, Health, News, Top Stories
Hillman Library is a hub for finals week mania, filled with the stress of looming deadlines and Red Bull-fueled all-nighters.
Finals: A How-To Guide
By Jon Moss, Senior Staff Writer
December 9, 2018
With finals bearing down on Pitt’s campus, some students are worried about how to best prepare for the onslaught of school work. As students prepare to enter finals week, The Pitt News sat down with mental and physical health experts to learn what students can do to help manage stress and succee...
Alliance Defending Freedom demands Pitt rescind security fee for Shapiro event
By Brian Gentry and Emily Wolfe
December 9, 2018
Filed under Campus, News, Top Stories
Young America’s Foundation is moving forward with its complaint against the University of Pittsburgh for an allegedly unlawful security fee imposed ahead of the campus visit of conservative commentator Ben Shapiro in November.
Activists, elected officials discuss Beaver County cracker plant
By Brian Gentry, Contributing Editor
December 7, 2018
Filed under City, News, Top Stories
The JCC of Pittsburgh hosted “Protecting our communities: Environmental challenges from fossil fuel extraction in SWPA” Thursday evening.
Four stops for holiday shopping in Pittsburgh
By Sid Lingala, Staff Writer
December 7, 2018
Filed under City, News, Top Stories
From convenient to charitable, these four local gift shops in Pittsburgh make the gift-buying process easier.
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.
Hambone’s a comedy springboard for student comics
By Kieran McLean, Staff Writer
December 6, 2018
Filed under News, Top Stories
Stand-up comedy can be isolating. Two Pittsburgh comedians are trying to change that with Burning Bridges, a club for aspiring comedians that operates out of Hambone's Bar.
Milk Shake Factory brings legen-dairy desserts to Oakland
By Emily Wolfe, Senior Staff Writer
December 6, 2018
Filed under Campus, Food & Drink, News, Top Stories
The Milk Shake Factory plans to bring its menu of gourmet shakes and chocolates to Oakland in early 2019, according to a Facebook post on the company’s page.
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.
Solar energy shines in the City
By Emily Drzymalski, Staff Writer
December 5, 2018
Filed under News, Top Stories
Pitt’s power will undergo a solar shift by 2030 — creating less carbon emissions and more jobs.
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.”
Students discuss genetics of ‘Harry Potter’
By Remy Samuels, Staff Writer
December 4, 2018
Filed under Campus, News, Top Stories, Uncategorized
Genetics is hard. That’s why Dr. Peter Blier, a pediatric rheumatology doctor and professor of pediatrics at the University of Massachusetts, uses Harry Potter to explain difficult genetic concepts.
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.
TEDxPittsburghWomen leaves audience with definition of “showing up”
By Dylan Giacobbe, Staff Writer
November 30, 2018
Filed under City, News, Top Stories, Video, Visual
In an event hosted by TEDxPittsburghWomen, eight notable women in the Pittsburgh community spoke individually about what "showing up" - the event's them - meant to them.
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.
Health-care professionals address diversity
By Andrew O’Brien, Staff Writer
November 29, 2018
Bhutanese refugee Ashok Gurung left government persecution behind when he came to Pittsburgh, but his trauma stayed with him. At the Cultural Awareness in Health Systems workshop Wednesday, Gurung, a chairperson in his mid-30s on the board of directors of the Bhutanese Community Association of Pi...
Community reflects on “changing face of AIDS”
By Emily Wolfe, Senior Staff Writer
November 29, 2018
Filed under News, Top Stories
Allies of the HIV/AIDS community gathered Wednesday to remember loved ones lost to the disease.
Students learn rental fundamentals
By Emily Drzymalski, For The Pitt News
November 28, 2018
Filed under News, Top Stories
Students should start looking now for next-year housing opportunities.
Post-break SGB discusses Town Hall, PWLE
By Emily Wolfe, Senior Staff Writer
November 28, 2018
Filed under Campus, News, Student Government, Top Stories
Pitt’s Student Government Board eased back into a regular schedule with its first traditional public meeting in three weeks Tuesday evening.
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.
How FBI, journalists prepared responses to violence
By Erica Guthrie, Staff Writer
November 27, 2018
Filed under Crime, News, Top Stories
From the FBI to WPXI-TV, police officers and journalists alike have to be prepared for unpredictable mass acts of violence. Because of the unpredictable characteristic of mass acts of violence, these organizations must have plans that are ready to be set in place.
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.
‘Donations for Citations’ encourages donating to Pitt Pantry
By Emily Drzymalski, For The Pitt News
November 20, 2018
Filed under Campus, Health, News, Top Stories
The holiday season is a time for giving and receiving — and this year, for every Pitt parking ticket received, students have the chance to give back a little bit.
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.
Poet Laureate Tracy K. Smith speaks in Oakland
By Hannah Schneider and Adaugoamaji Nwankpa
November 16, 2018
Filed under News, Top Stories
Tracy K. Smith currently serves as the 52nd Poet Laureate of the United States. Smith was the latest speaker in the “Poets Aloud” series Wednesday evening.
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.
Luxury housing places Oakland gentrification on the horizon
By Jon Moss, Staff Writer
November 15, 2018
Filed under City, News, Top Stories
With the construction of several new luxurious living apartments, there have been talks about gentrification rising in Oakland. Some students are already beginning to feel this rise in rent, but they could see an even greater rise in the future.
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.
High-rise apartments offer luxury off-campus living to students
By Sid Lingala, Staff Writer
November 15, 2018
Students don't usually spurge on top-of-the-line living arrangements, but Oakland is seeing a rise in the construction of luxurious apartments.
Committee hears student concerns regarding divestment
By Nina Kneuer and Sarah Shearer
November 15, 2018
Filed under News, Top Stories
Pitt brought the possibility of divesting to the public stage at Town Hall Wednesday night.
Pitt students explore off-campus living options
By Maggie Young, For The Pitt News
November 15, 2018
With the ease of on-campus housing comes smaller spaces and stricter rules. In search of cozier, cheaper options, Pitt students will start exploring housing off-campus — both near and far.
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.
SGB: Students address ENS messaging system
By Emily Wolfe, Senior Staff Writer
November 14, 2018
Filed under News, Student Government, Top Stories
In a town hall format, SGB gave the floor to some of Pitt's university officials, giving them a chance to address concerns directly from students.
West Nile Virus takes a bite out of Pittsburgh
By Sid Lingala, Staff Writer
November 14, 2018
Filed under Health, News, Top Stories
This deadly virus carried in mosquitoes decided to land in Pittsburgh this fall.
Local entrepreneurs discuss future of small businesses
By Dylan Giacobbe, Staff Writer
November 13, 2018
As a kickoff to Global Entrepreneurship Week at Pitt, a group of young entrepreneurs gathered on Monday night to discuss Pittsburgh’s rise in startup businesses. Four keynote speakers who have attended either Pitt or CMU discussed with attendees of the Steel City Startups: Pitt x CMU about their own personal businesses.
Fourth annual leadership retreat teaches women’s empowerment
By Mary Rose O'Donnell, Staff Writer
November 13, 2018
Filed under Campus, News, Top Stories
Ninety female undergraduate students will gather at Oglebay Resort on Saturday in Wheeling, West Virginia, for the third annual Pitt Women’s Leadership Experience. Over the course of two days, the participants, who were selected in October, will hear from speakers, connect with one another and enhance their leadership skills.
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.
Clean air policies go up in smoke
By Erica Guthrie, Staff Writer
November 12, 2018
Filed under City, Health, News, Top Stories
Pittsburgh isn’t a newcomer to low rankings in air quality. The city is ranked the eighth worst city in the country for particle pollution by the American Lung Association and received straight-F grades for particle pollution and ozone levels.
Political experts panel analyzes midterm results
By Mary Rose O'Donnell, For The Pitt News
November 9, 2018
Filed under News, Top Stories
The Pennsylvania Center for Women and Politics organized a panel of political experts at Chatham Thursday to analyze the 2018 midterm election.
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.
Udderly local: A snapshot of Schneider’s Dairy
By Elizabeth Martinson, For The Pitt News
November 8, 2018
Filed under News, Top Stories
Edward and Catherine Schneider founded Schneider’s dairy in 1935 as a small, local producer. Today, their products can be found across the east coast.
Children’s Fund proposal fails
By Hannah Schneider, News Editor
November 8, 2018
Filed under News, Top Stories
The Allegheny County Children’s Fund would have contributed to numerous education initiatives, but the measure failed to pass by a narrow margin Tuesday.
SGB addresses student voting issues, campus improvements
By Emily Wolfe, Senior Staff Writer
November 7, 2018
SGB members are in talks with Pitt about adding needle-disposal sites on campus, as well as blue lights to light the way home.
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.
Conor Lamb, D-Pa., victorious in 17th Congressional District election
By Sarah Shearer, Assistant News Editor
November 6, 2018
Filed under News, Top Stories, Uncategorized
In the only U.S. House race between two incumbents, Conor Lamb, D-Pa., took victory of the 17th Pennsylvania district over Keith Rothfus, R-Pa.
Tom Wolf wins second term as Pa. Governor
By Hannah Schneider, News Editor
November 6, 2018
Filed under News, Top Stories
Incumbent Democrat Tom Wolf will remain governor of Pennsylvania after defeating Republican Scott Wagner in the midterm elections Tuesday.
Pa. Senator Bob Casey Jr. beats Lou Barletta, wins third term
By Joanna Li, Assistant News Editor
November 6, 2018
Filed under News, Top Stories
Four-term Republican U.S. Rep. Lou Barletta sought to take the sole Senate seat of two-term incumbent Democrat U.S. Sen. Robert P. Casey Jr. — but failed to do so, as Sen. Casey defeated Barletta.
Midterm special election question: Allegheny County Children’s Fund
By Mary Rose O'Donnell, For The Pitt News
November 6, 2018
Alongside voting on local representatives in the midterm election, residents of Allegheny County will vote on the proposed Allegheny County Children's Fund.
Power outage affects multiple buildings on Forbes Ave
By Hannah Schneider, News Editor
November 6, 2018
Filed under City, News, Top Stories
A power outage on Monday left multiple buildings on Forbes Ave. vacant for the night. The cause of the outage is still unknown.
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.
Pitt students gather to support Jewish community
By Christian Snyder, Editor-in-Chief
November 5, 2018
Filed under Campus, News, Top Stories
In a combined effort on Monday afternoon, members of the Pitt community gathered in support of the Jewish community. The vigil featured words from Mayor Bill Peduto along with several musical performances from student a cappella groups.
Five Pa. House races to watch
By Emily Wolfe, Staff Writer
November 5, 2018
Filed under City, News, Top Stories
Approach Tuesday’s midterm elections with an eye on these key districts.
Student organizations encourage midterm voting
By Andrew O'Brien, For the Pitt News
November 5, 2018
Several student organizations on campus held events in hopes of encouraging voter turnout on election day. According to Adwait Shukla, president of Pitt’s Interfraternity Council and senior adviser of the South Asian Student Association, “If you want candidates who represent your interests, the midterms are where you should vote.”
Obituaries: Tree of Life shooting victims
By Elise Lavallee, Contributing Editor
November 2, 2018
Filed under News, Top Stories
The obituaries of each life lost in the Tree of Life shooting last Saturday, Oct. 27.
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.
Pittsburgh International Airport approves new budget for changes
By Jon Moss, Staff Writer
November 1, 2018
Filed under City, News, Top Stories
The Pittsburgh International Airport will soon see changes to the operating systems of the airport. Students getting ready to jet home on the next break from school will begin to see changes in the Pittsburgh airport — and hopefully, cheaper tickets too.
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...
Student Safety in a season of screams
By Andrew O'Brien, For the Pitt News
October 31, 2018
Filed under Campus, Crime, News, Top Stories
Pitt students who took to Oakland’s streets in costume this Halloween week had reason to think twice before donning a “Scream” mask. The masked killer from that cult classic horror film is fictional, but the “Scream bandit,” who committed at least three armed robberies in Shadyside in September...
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...
SGB stands behind Jewish community
By Emily Wolfe, Staff Writer
October 30, 2018
Filed under News, Student Government, Top Stories
Kathryn Fleisher wants to make sure last weekend’s massacre at the Tree of Life Synagogue won’t be forgotten. “Our community is still mourning,” Fleisher, a sophomore majoring in GSWS and politics and philosophy double major, said. “We’re still attending funerals, we’re still doing ...
City of steel is a city of scares
By Erica Guthrie, Staff Writer
October 30, 2018
Filed under Campus, City, News, Top Stories
Pitt students looking for a haunt don’t have to look far. Pittsburgh is home to several haunted locations for those looking for a scare all year long, including one of Pitt’s own Cathedral of Learning Nationality Rooms. The Early American Room, situated in room 328 of the Cathedral, is alleged...
The tricks, treats and traditions of Halloween
By Remy Samuels, Staff Writer
October 30, 2018
Filed under City, News, Top Stories
It’s hard to believe that consuming mounds of Snickers and Kit Kat bars every Oct. 31 hasn’t always been a part of the Halloween tradition. In fact, the holiday used to be far from the hoarding of junk food, it was instead a time for rooting of kale and cabbage, and playing divination games. L...
Jewish Greek life honors Tree of Life victims
By Jon Moss, Staff Writer
October 30, 2018
Filed under Campus, News, Top Stories
After Saturday morning’s massacre at the Tree of Life Synagogue in Squirrel Hill, some Jewish Pitt Greek life organizations are helping support their fellow Pittsburghers. A coalition of several historically Jewish Pitt fraternities and sororities — Alpha Epsilon Phi, Sigma Alpha Mu, Alpha Epsilon Pi...
President Trump arrives in Pittsburgh in wake of Tree of Life shooting
By Janine Faust and Hannah Schneider
October 30, 2018
Filed under City, News, Top Stories
As Air Force One touched down at the Pittsburgh International Airport around 3:45 p.m. Tuesday, thousands of Pittsburghers gathered in Squirrel Hill to make their dissatisfaction with his visit known. But the two didn’t overlap — Trump made no public appearances in his time in Pittsburgh, and the...
President Trump plans Tuesday trip to Pittsburgh
By Christian Snyder, Editor-in-Chief
October 30, 2018
Despite an open letter signed by more than 60,000 people telling President Donald Trump — in plain terms — that he is not welcome in Pittsburgh in the wake of the Tree of Life Synagogue massacre, the White House confirmed today the president and first lady plan to visit the Steel City on Tuesday. ...