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 Pitt Vaccination and Health Connection Hub, located near Nordenberg Hall.

The Hub helps students, Oakland residents get vaccinated for the upcoming winter

By Sarah George, Staff Writer • September 29, 2024
The Hub is a focal point on the University of Pittsburgh’s campus and implores students and faculty to get their vaccinations to help contain sicknesses this winter.
Tacos from the Oakland Las Palmas location.

How students can make smarter food choices on campus

By Kelly McPoyle, Staff Writer • August 26, 2024
Getting the right nutrients is essential for students to help them succeed. Learning how to balance food choices is an important part of college and living on your own.
The Counseling Center at the University of Pittsburgh.

An overview of Pitt’s mental health resources

By Anna Kuntz, Senior Staff Writer • August 6, 2024
As the transition from high school to college can be challenging for many, the University offers a range of programs to students. From the University Counseling Center to Therapy Dog Tuesdays, there are a variety of resources available for students dealing with issues such as stress, grief, academic pressure or mental health concerns.
UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital in Oakland.

Research hub to discover new ways to diagnose and treat endometriosis

By Emily Handrahan, Staff Writer  • April 5, 2024
A team of Pitt researchers have come together to create a new endometriosis research hub, HER, in Pittsburgh to try and discover new ways to diagnose endometriosis and find more information on the disease.
An electron micrograph of the norovirus.

As norovirus spreads across campus, students recount their experiences

By Kyra McCague, Staff Writer • March 5, 2024
Across the country, cases of the norovirus are climbing. Panther Central sent out an email on March 2 with confirmation of at least one case of the virus on campus, but dozens of students have reported falling ill over the last week.
A student puts in an earplug.

New study through Pitt School of Medicine developing medication to treat noise-induced hearing loss

By Kelly McPoyle, Staff Writer • March 1, 2024
Researchers at Pitt have recently discovered that medication could be used to help alleviate temporary or permanent hearing loss from noise. 
UPMC Presbyterian Hospital complex on Fifth Avenue.

Anne Marie Lennon named next chair of medicine

By Khushi Rai, Senior Staff Writer • January 11, 2024
Anne Marie Lennon was announced in November as the next chair of the Department of Medicine at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and chair of medicine at UPMC starting March 1, 2024. She is the first woman to attain this position at Pitt.
Architectural rendering of the approved Pitt’s BioForge Biomanufacturing Center.

BioForge project officially approved for construction

By Bella Markovitz, Senior Staff Writer • October 5, 2023
The Pittsburgh Planning Commission officially approved construction plans for Pitt’s BioForge Manufacturing Center on Sept. 29. The BioForge is located on the Hazelwood Green site, which is also the home of Carnegie Mellon University’s Manufacturing Futures Institute at Mill 19 and is the center of Pitt’s proposed “Bio Valley.”
Pro Football Hall of Fame running back Jerome Bettis speaking at a press conference on May 18.

National Sports Brain Bank created, researches causes and treatments for sports-related brain injuries

By Spencer Levering, Staff Writer • May 24, 2023
The University of Pittsburgh’s School of Medicine announced the creation of the National Sports Brain Bank, a study that researches causes of and treatments for contact sport-related neurodegenerative disorders.
The Pittsburgh Water and Sewer Authority issued a precautionary boil water advisory Sunday morning for 12 neighborhoods, including South Oakland.

Boil water advisory issued in South Oakland

By Alexandra Ross, Assistant News Editor • February 12, 2023
The Pittsburgh Water and Sewer Authority issued a precautionary boil water advisory Sunday morning for 12 neighborhoods, including South Oakland.
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