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
Pens, pencils and a drawing mannequin sit on a table in the Center for Creativity, located in the University Store.

‘Be more present’: How students are using community to overcome tech fatigue 

By Alexandra Keim, Staff Writer • November 11, 2025
Students are finding physical outlets to unplug from their devices and plug into community.
An assignment shown on a mock Canvas page with a due date of 11:59 p.m.

Why digital assignments are favored by students and faculty 

By Emma Wu, Staff Writer • November 11, 2025
In the wake of the Canvas outage on Oct. 20, students and faculty are still partial to digital deadlines and the accessibility online platforms offer. 
Congresswoman Summer Lee speaks at the Student Town Hall meeting at the University Club on Nov. 10, 2025.

Rep. Summer Lee visits Pitt for student-led town hall

By Ella Pochron, Staff Writer  • November 11, 2025
On Monday, Nov. 10, Pennsylvania Democratic Representative Summer Lee answered students’ questions about current government affairs, including the national shutdown and clean energy in Pittsburgh. 
Fliers lay on a table in the Writing Center, located in the O’Hara Student Center.

‘Language is identity:’ How Pitt approaches topics of linguistic justice in the classroom and beyond

By Amber Medved, Staff Writer • November 10, 2025
The phrase “linguistic justice” can take on several meanings, but at Pitt, it means meeting students where they’re at. English composition classes, the Writing Center and other Pitt programs prioritize linguistic justice for students from all backgrounds.
Benedum Hall on O'Hara Street in North Oakland.

Pitt student charged with harassment after attempt to film female student in bathroom stall

By Amanda Yu, Assistant News Editor • November 7, 2025
A junior at Pitt is facing charges after admitting to police he tried to film a female student inside a Benedum bathroom stall.
A stethoscope on a laptop.

Pitt named one of best schools for male nurses for fifth consecutive year

By Bridget Pohl, Staff Writer  • November 7, 2025
Pitt’s School of Nursing earned national recognition from the Association of Men in Nursing as one of the best schools nationwide for male nurses. As overall enrollment rises, male nursing students say the growing program creates a tight-knit community among their peers through clubs and patient care.
Police blotter: Oct. 30 - Nov. 5

Police blotter: Oct. 30 – Nov. 5

By News Editors • November 7, 2025
Pitt police reported a terroristic threat, excessive noise, 10 liquor law violations and more in this week’s crime log.
The Cathedral of Learning.

Draft of Campus Master Plan proposes fourth Tower, WPU developments and more

By Bridget Pohl, Staff Writer • November 7, 2025
On Thursday, Nov. 6, the Office of Planning, Design and Construction presented a first preview of the official Campus Master Plan Draft. The event, hosted at the Barco Law Building, proposed future development plans for Pitt’s campus. 
A Starbucks cup sits on a table at the Starbucks on Atwood Street.

Coffee bean tariffs affect prices at local coffee shops

By Taylor Skibitsky, Staff Writer  • November 7, 2025
From newly imposed tariffs to rising concerns of climate change, coffee shop owners and students are seeing price increases for a single cup of coffee. 
SGB President Marley Pinsky at the Student Government Board meeting in Nordy's Place on Nov. 4, 2025.

SGB discusses Pitt Eats allergy protocol, announces plans to address SNAP cuts

By Ella Pochron, Staff Writer  • November 5, 2025
Student Government Board discussed Pitt Eats’ allergy protocol and announced plans to address SNAP cuts at its weekly meeting Tuesday night in Nordy’s Place. 
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