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
Pitt Chancellor Joan Gabel signs the final beam at the BioForge “topping off” ceremony on Friday, Sept. 6.

BioForge moves into next phase of construction

By Kyra McCague, Senior Staff Writer • September 8, 2024
Contributors to BioForge gathered at the construction site for a “topping off” ceremony on Sept. 6, where they signed the final beam. Its addition to the building marks a new stage of construction.
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.
Students learn about various employment opportunities at the Student Employment Fair on Thursday.

Pitt Career Center holds student employment fair 

By Jordan Kooper, Staff Writer • September 6, 2024
The Career Center hosted its annual Student Employment Fair in the William Pitt Union Assembly Room on Thursday, Sept. 5. It featured 51 employers from Pitt and the Pittsburgh area hiring part-time workers and interns.
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.
Police blotter: Aug. 29 - Sept. 2

Police blotter: Aug. 29 – Sept. 2

By News Editors • September 5, 2024
An individual reported the theft of an electric scooter, an officer confiscated a small amount of marijuana and more in this week’s police blotter.
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.
SGB President Sarah Mayer speaks during the SGB meeting on Tuesday night.

Student Government Board addresses campus violence, introduces candidates for vacant position

By Marissa Kelley, Senior Staff Writer • September 4, 2024
Student Government Board addressed campus violence and introduced candidates for vacant positions at their meeting on Tuesday. 
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.
President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris embrace following Harris's speech at the IBEW Local Union 5 on Monday.

“We have some work ahead of us:” Harris, Biden rally union members during Labor Day campaign stop

By Ryleigh Lord, Editor-in-Chief • September 3, 2024
At an joint event with President Biden on the South Side to celebrate Labor Day, Vice President Kamala Harris implored listeners to help “get votes to the polls” from now until Election Day.
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