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
The Cathedral of Learning.

Panthers Forward loan forgiveness program applications open

By Spencer Levering, Assistant News Editor • September 9, 2024
On Monday, applications for the Panthers Forward student debt relief program opened. Students who are currently in their senior year can apply, and those accepted will receive up to $5,000 of federal student loan forgiveness upon graduation.
Protesters face police officers at the Palestine Solidarity Encampment earlier this summer.

Protesters face formal arraignment, criminal charges after arrests during summer encampments

By Kyra McCague, Senior Staff Writer • September 8, 2024
After a preliminary hearing on Aug. 26, two protesters from the pro-Palestine encampments in April will face a formal arraignment on Oct. 11. 
An activist leads the crowd of protesters in chants during the event at Schenley Plaza on Tuesday.

Pitt launches free speech website

By Kyra McCague, Senior Staff Writer • September 6, 2024
Following the pro-Palestine protests that took place first at the end of April and then reassembled in early June, Pitt added protesting guidelines to the new free speech website.
Police watch protesters during the event at Schenley Plaza on Tuesday.

Chief of Police, students discuss absence of ENS alert following assault of two Jewish students on campus

By Anna Kuntz, Senior Staff Writer • September 5, 2024
After no alert from the Emergency Notification System alert was sent at Pitt following the assault of two Jewish students on Friday evening, students have raised concerns about campus safety and how law enforcement responds and notifies the Pitt community when dangers occur.
Protestors gather under the Cathedral of Learning during the event at Schenley Plaza on Tuesday.

‘Nobody is free until everyone is free’: Pitt students, teachers, and community members attend Palestine protest in Schenley Plaza

By Amanda Yu, Staff Writer • September 4, 2024
Around 70 Pitt students and members of the community gathered in Schenley Plaza on Tuesday for a pro-Palestine rally in recognition of over 300 days of conflict.
Insomnia Cookies, located on Meyran Avenue.

‘A little sweet treat’: Oakland offers array of sweets and smiles for students 

By Aidan Kasner, Contributing Editor • September 3, 2024
Sweet treats have become a go-to for college students in need of a serotonin boost after a long day of classes, exams and social interactions. Luckily, there are a number of shops that specialize in desserts throughout Oakland.
Students enjoy food during the Chabad barbecue at Schenley Plaza on Monday.

Pittsburgh Jewish community members gather at annual barbecue following Friday evening attack

By Spencer Levering, Abby Lipold • September 3, 2024
Chabad at Pitt hosted its annual “BBQ and chill” event in Schenley Plaza on Monday evening. The goal for the event was to “create community for Jewish students” and to celebrate Jewish identity after the assault on Friday evening.
The Strand is a new student dorm located on Forbes Ave.

New on-campus housing complex “The Strand” opens to students for fall semester 

By Anna Kuntz, Senior Staff Writer • September 2, 2024
With record numbers of students enrolling at Pitt, the University has had to get innovative when it comes to housing. The Strand, a 20-unit apartment-style complex on Forbes Avenue, is now available to upper-class students. 
The Cathedral of Learning.

Community condemns antisemitism, expresses support for Jewish students following Friday evening attack

By Abby Lipold, News Editor • September 1, 2024
Following the incident on Friday evening where a group of Jewish students at Pitt were attacked on their way to a Chabad dinner, community organizations, local politicians, and the University administration have issued statements expressing their support for the Jewish community at Pitt. 
A ladder at the in-progress renovation of the Starbucks at Amos Hall.

Amos residents disrupted and frustrated by overdue Amos Hall Starbucks construction

By Amanda Yu, Staff Writer • August 29, 2024
In July, the Starbucks at Amos Hall temporarily closed for renovations. As construction extends into the fall semester, students are left wondering when the location, located in the heart of campus, will reopen.
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