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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
American flags decorate the lawn of Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hall & Museum.

Pitt student veterans share their stories of service, studies in honor of Veteran’s Day

By Naomi Weiss, Staff Writer • November 10, 2024
Veteran’s Day is a national holiday dedicated to honoring all of America’s veterans who have served in the United States armed forces, and Pitt student veterans carry stories of service with them into college.
Jane Caldwell attends the Faculty Assembly on Nov. 29, 2023.

Faculty Assembly discusses antisemitic violence on campus, announces antisemitism ad-hoc committee 

By Marissa Kelley, Senior Staff Writer • November 8, 2024
On Wednesday, Nov. 6., Faculty Assembly reflected on the 2024 presidential election, addressed recent acts of antisemitic violence on campus with the creation of an antisemitism ad hoc committee and discussed new affinity groups to expand the Senate.
Voters wait outside of Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hall & Museum on Tuesday, Nov. 5.

College Democrats and Republicans at Pitt reflect on 2024 presidential election efforts

By Kyra McCague, Senior Staff Writer • November 6, 2024
As the results trickle in from the 2024 presidential election, College Democrats at Pitt and College Republicans at Pitt reflect on their efforts throughout the election season. Both political organizations went into election night hoping for their preferred candidate to win.
A “Vote Here” sign sits in front of Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hall & Museum.

Students, professors prepare for tense election night

By Bridget Pohl and Briana Bindus • November 6, 2024
Pitt students and professor discuss their plans for watching the 2024 presidential election Tuesday night, emphasizing the importance of self-care throughout the evening.
Evan Levasseur smiles for a portrait.

SGB board member working with Pitt Eats to improve on-campus dining

By Marissa Kelley, Senior Staff Writer  • November 3, 2024
Student Government Board Wellness Liaison Evan Levasseur has worked closely with Pitt Eats and Chartwells, the University’s dining provider, to improve dining standards at on-campus dining locations.
Jill Stein speaks to attendees at her rally in Schenley Plaza on Thursday, Oct. 31.

Green Party presidential candidate Dr. Jill Stein campaigns days before the election at Schenley Plaza

By Naomi Weiss, Staff Writer • November 1, 2024
The Green Party’s presidential candidate, Dr. Jill Stein, held a rally on Halloween afternoon at Schenley Plaza under her doctrine “for the people, planet, and peace”. With about twenty attendees, Stein addressed topics including conflict in the Middle East, the American housing crisis, climate change and more.
A person poses in a cowboy costume.

‘A bonding experience’: Students share their Halloween costume plans

By Sydney Krasniewski, Staff Writer • November 1, 2024
Halloween is one of the biggest social events on campus for many students. With midterm season underway, Halloween gives students an opportunity to de-stress and express their creativity according to Abby Bradley, sophomore rehabilitation science major.
Ben Shapiro and Dave McCormick shake hands during the Fireside Chat with Ben Shapiro and Dave McCormick.

Dave McCormick, Ben Shapiro talk pressing political issues for college students in ‘fireside chat’

By Naomi Weiss, Staff Writer • October 29, 2024
With the general election a week away, College Republicans at Pitt hosted a “fireside chat” on Tuesday night featuring Dave McCormick, Pennsylvania’s Republican candidate for senate, and Ben Shapiro, political commentator and co-founder of the Daily Wire. 
Panther Overlook path to offer alternative path to upper campus coming spring 2026

Panther Overlook path to offer alternative path to upper campus coming spring 2026

By Kelly McPoyle, Staff Writer • October 29, 2024
The Panther Overlook project aims to create a new pathway connecting upper and lower campus at Pitt, easing the trek up Cardiac Hill. Expected to be completed by spring 2026, the sustainable project will provide students with a scenic and accessible route between campus areas.
Students dine at the Eatery.

Eatery town hall addresses food safety concerns after ongoing complaints 

By Marissa Kelley, Senior Staff Writer • October 25, 2024
Students and community members gathered in The Eatery on Wednesday evening for a “town hall” hosted by Student Government Board to address recent concerns about undercooked food, pest sightings and overall food quality issues.
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