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‘We must be fearless’: Pennsylvania Rep. La’Tasha Mayes denounces Pitt for hosting ‘transphobic’ speakers

By Tanya Babbar, Staff Writer • March 27, 2023

La’Tasha Mayes, a Democrat in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives, discussed student activism and “anti-trans” events on Friday in honor of the 50th anniversary of both Pitt’s Gender, Sexuality, and Women's Studies Department and Rainbow Alliance.

Conservative commentator Cabot Phillips criticizes ‘liberal privilege’ on college campuses at Turning Point event

By Rebecca Johnson, Editor-in-Chief • March 24, 2023

Right-wing commentator Cabot Phillips spoke with conservative students at Pitt Friday evening, saying “there is nothing that gives you privilege about being a white male at a college campus.” About 25 people attended the event hosted by Pitt’s Turning Point USA chapter.

Senate Council discusses pause on University vaccination requirements, passes drone policy

By Madison Dean, Staff Writer • February 23, 2023

Senate Council held its monthly meeting on Wednesday afternoon where members discussed the University’s success with Black History Month events, University vaccinations and immunizations and a newly passed drone policy.

Gallagher reflects on time as chancellor, changing world of higher education

By Alexandra Ross, Assistant News Editor • February 6, 2023

Chancellor Patrick Gallagher spoke with The Pitt News about his accomplishments as chancellor, how his job has changed since 2014 and sexual assault prevention at Pitt moving forward.

Senate Council talks shared governance issues, renegotiations of ELI closure

By Khushi Rai, Staff Writer • January 27, 2023

Senate Council discussed the English Language Institute, shared governance, reproductive health resources and more at its monthly meeting on Thursday.

SGB candidates discuss sexual assault, mental health at public interviews

By James Paul, Staff Writer • January 25, 2023

SGB held public interviews Tuesday evening in Nordy’s Place to fill a vacant board member position. After another round of interviews next week, the newly appointed candidate will serve as the liaison to academic affairs.

Asian Student Alliance, Pitt admin discuss English Language Institute closure, sixth floor renovations at town hall

By Madison Dean, Staff Writer • January 25, 2023

Students and staff vocalized the need for an expansion of the OIB, faculty and certificate issues within the Asian Studies Center and greater resources for international students at a town hall on Asian and Pacific Islander students’ issues Tuesday night.

10 Pitt leaders salaries raised by 4.25%

By Colm Slevin, Assistant News Editor • January 23, 2023

Ten Pitt leaders will receive a 4.25% salary increase this year.

Pitt Sustainability Challenge invites students, staff to advance carbon neutrality on campus

By Madison Dean, Staff Writer • January 20, 2023

The Pitt Sustainability Challenge is now reaching out to Pitt students, faculty and staff to share “impactful and durable” project ideas to achieve carbon neutrality on campus.

‘We need the support of the community’: Greek life leaders work to prevent sexual misconduct after former IFC president resigns

By Rebecca Johnson, Editor-in-Chief • December 16, 2022

After the former IFC president resigned in October following a controversial statement about a sexual assault on campus, leaders in Greek life and Pitt staff are contemplating the best methods for discussing sexual misconduct within their organizations.