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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
The University Handbell Club after their Halloween concert in Heinz Chapel on Oct. 30.

University Handbell Ensemble rings in the new year with more complex tunes

By Madilyn Cianci, Staff Writer • January 12, 2023
The University Handbell Ensembles rings in a new semester with goals to perform more difficult, complex and fun pieces.
Hillman Library at night.

‘Student Voices: Creating a Place of Belonging’ exhibit presented on media wall in Hillman Library

By Elizabeth Primrose, Senior Staff Writer • January 12, 2023
Pitt librarians started a research project last year which enlisted student perspectives on how to improve Pitt’s libraries. The findings are now displayed in an exhibit titled “Student Voices: Creating a Place of Belonging.”
Students at the fall activities fair in 2016.

Student organizations use new tactics to attract new members after not getting tables at fall activities fair

By Ryleigh Lord, Staff Writer • January 10, 2023
After missing out on tables at the fall activities fair, student leaders have found innovative ways to attract new members to their organizations without the help of the popular August event.
Kevin Smith teaches a class on broadcasting through Pitt Studios in 2020.

‘How the world communicates’: Broadcasting major at Pitt under construction

By James Paul, Staff Writer • January 9, 2023
Currently, Kevin Smith, the director of undergraduate studies in broadcast, is working with David Pettersen, the Director of the Film and Media Studies program, and colleagues across the University, to launch a dedicated broadcasting major in as little as three years.
Students write notes of support during a protest against sexual violence outside the Cathedral of Learning in October.

‘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.
Thursday’s Senate Council meeting.

Senate Council discusses freeze on policies concerning bargaining items

By James Paul, Staff Writer • December 9, 2022
Robin Kear said in Thursday’s Senate Council meeting any new policy changes concerning wages, hours and the terms and conditions of employment will only apply to those not represented by the faculty union.
Pitt students embrace during a protest against sexual violence outside of the Cathedral of Learning in October.

‘I’ve reached out numerous times’: Student leaders disappointed with University communication on campus sexual violence

By Alexandra Ross, Senior Staff Writer • December 9, 2022
After a meeting between student leaders and Dean of Students Carla Panzella about sexual violence at Pitt, Megan Sharkey said she has mixed emotions.
An alarm clock.

Students discuss the benefits of practicing time management during finals week

By Madilyn Cianci, Staff Writer • December 7, 2022
Owen Boccabella, a junior bioengineering major, creates a study schedule for the last three weeks of the semester to make sure he’s staying on top of his work. 
The Cathedral of Learning and Litchfield Towers.

Students relieved that math department drops ‘one letter grade’ final exam policy

By Ryleigh Lord, Staff Writer • December 7, 2022
The Pitt math department’s decision to permanently disband the “one letter grade” rule is a breath of fresh air for students in the midst of finals preparations.
Faculty union members demonstrate outside of Provost Cudd’s office, push for job security

Faculty union members demonstrate outside of Provost Cudd’s office, push for job security

By Jack Troy, Senior Staff Writer • December 7, 2022
Dozens of union faculty gathered outside of the Provost’s office Wednesday morning in an effort to advance stagnant job security talks ahead of a Dec. 14 bargaining session. 
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