Peduto signs gun control bills, lawsuit filed in county court
By Jon Moss, Contributing Editor
April 10, 2019
Pittsburgh Mayor Bill Peduto signed three controversial gun control bills into law Tuesday afternoon, including one that prohibits the usage of certain assault weapons within the City. Several Pittsburgh residents immediately filed a lawsuit against Peduto and the City Council, arguing a state law preempts the new City law.
A guide to Pittsburgh’s new breweries, bars and distilleries
By Joanna Li, News Editor
April 10, 2019
The Cullen-Harrison Act, signed by President Franklin D. Roosevelt, officially took effect on April 7, 1933. Now known as National Beer Day, the act legalized the sale of beer with an alcohol content of 3.2%. Eventually, this led to the ratification of the 21st Amendment, which repealed the 18th Amendment — the prohibition of alcohol.“I think this would be a good time for a beer,” Roosevelt said after signing The Cullen-Harrison Act.For those who are in agreement with the 32nd president, here’s a list of not-yet opened and recently debuted breweries, bars and distilleries in Pittsburgh to look out for:
Candlelight vigil held in support of sexual assault survivors
April 10, 2019
As part of national sexual assault awareness month, Pitt’s Title IX office, SHARE and Agents of Cultural Change hosted a candlelight vigil in support of victims of sexual assault. The event included several speakers and an acapella performance. Attendees as well as the University community at large were encouraged to wear teal and ribbons were provided at the event. The teal ribbon is the symbol for sexual violence prevention and teal is the official color of SAAM.
SGB welcomes new members, announces Counseling Center changes
By Maureen Hartwell, Staff Writer
April 10, 2019
With the academic year coming to a close, Pitt’s Student Government Board spent its Tuesday meeting passing new legislation and introducing new members for SGB 2019-20.
Q&A: Documentary filmmaker Chris Paine on AI
By Griffin Lynch, Staff Writer
April 10, 2019
The Pitt News talked with Chris Paine before a showing of the documentary about AI and his filmmaking process.
Elizabeth Warren “100% behind” Pitt grad student union
By Emily Wolfe, Assistant News Editor
April 9, 2019
Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., encouraged the union hopefuls in a short video posted to social media Tuesday.
Campus organizations host first Pride month
By Neena Hagen, Senior Staff Writer
April 9, 2019
Pitt’s campus is home to many LGBTQ+ organizations — Rainbow Alliance, oSTEM and the Gender and Sexuality LLC, to name a few. But until this year, none of those organizations came together for a large-scale project celebrating Pitt’s LGBTQ+ community as a whole.
PACT fundraises for cancer research
By Vaibhav Gupta, For The Pitt News
April 8, 2019
Bursts of blue, green and orange dotted the hilltops of Schenley Park on the morning of April 7, along with the hundreds of Pitt students and community members racing along them. These runners were participating in the fourth annual Color Out Cancer 5K hosted by Pittsburgh Attacks Cancer Together. The student organization raises money to help fight various cancers, and has raised more than $55,000 in the last three years.
Market Central cited for 9 health code violations
By Jon Moss, Contributing Editor
April 8, 2019
Market Central was cited by the Allegheny County Health Department for nine health code violations Monday.
Sanders will hold Sunday rally in Schenley Plaza
By Brian Gentry and Emily Wolfe
April 8, 2019
The already-crowded race for the 2020 Democratic primary is about to get its first Pitt stop with a visit from Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.), who will hold a rally this Sunday in Oakland.
T-Pain headlines Bigelow Bash alongside local artists
By Lauren Rude, For The Pitt News
April 8, 2019
Two-time Grammy award winner T-Pain began his performance with some of his more well-known songs, including “Booty Wurk,” “Buy U a Drank” and “Up Down.” Following these songs, T-Pain interrupted his set-list to address the audience. “What’s up with you assholes?” T-Pain said. “Welcome to the show.”
Engineering professor receives NSF CAREER Award
By Lauren Rude, For The Pitt News
April 4, 2019
Tevis Jacobs, an assistant professor in the mechanical engineering and materials science department, received the National Science Foundation’s $500,000 CAREER Award this year to improve nanoparticle performance. “When we talk about nanoparticles, even I, as a scientist that studies nanoscience, have trouble conceiving of how small these are,” Jacobs said. “I am very excited about both [components]. They are both huge endeavors.”
Faculty braces for Pitt’s union “stalling tactics”
By Neena Hagen, Senior Staff Writer
April 4, 2019
With at least six months until Pitt organizers’ third attempt at a faculty union, Pitt administration and faculty are deep in a debate over the merits of unionization. Faculty say they’re gearing up for a battle.
SGB will vote on sustainability measures
By Maureen Hartwell, Staff Writer
April 3, 2019
Following a 15-minute board meeting, Pitt Student Government Board held its final town hall of the academic year Tuesday night, facilitating a discussion on sustainability.
TEDxPitt 2019: On burnout and drive (part 2)
By Brian Gentry, Assistant News Editor
April 2, 2019
After a pizza lunch and musical performance from a cappella group C-Flat Run, attendees of the TEDxPitt event gathered again to listen to four more speakers discuss their internal ignition.
City Council passes gun control bills amid legal threats
By Jon Moss, Contributing Editor
April 2, 2019
Pittsburgh’s City Council passed three gun control bills Tuesday morning by a 6-3 vote, including one that prohibits the usage of certain assault weapons within the City.
Kumanchik keeps spot on primary ballot after court challenge
By Erica Guthrie, Senior Staff Writer
April 2, 2019
Pitt student Chris Kumanchik, who is running for the 3rd District seat on Pittsburgh City Council, has been cleared from challenges on the validity of his petition for candidacy and will appear on the Democratic primary ballot.
TEDxPitt 2019: On serendipity and sustainability (Part 1)
By Brian Gentry, Assistant News Editor
April 1, 2019
Speakers at Sunday's TEDx touched on the "ignition" — the theme of this year's event — that kept them motivated throughout their lives.
Changes to come to Bigelow Boulevard
By Joanna Li, News Editor
April 1, 2019
After Pittsburgh received a $500,000 grant in late March from Pennsylvania’s Multimodal Transportation fund, Bigelow Boulevard between Forbes and Fifth avenues could see safety improvements starting in the fall.
What’s the sizzling hot gossip on Brad Pitt?
By Erica Guthrie, Senior Staff Writer
April 1, 2019
Amidst ongoing divorce proceedings, veteran actor Brad Pitt has taken a step back from the spotlight to focus on his children.
Analysis: Is Brad Pitt gearing up for a presidential run?
By Maggie Young, Senior Staff Writer
April 1, 2019
There’s a handful of celebrities who have transitioned from the entertainment business to politics, from Ronald Reagan to Arnold Schwarzenegger to our current president, Donald J. Trump. The pattern raises the question — who will be the next movie star to grace the political stage?
Pitt’s first big spring Pride is just around the corner
By Emily Wolfe, Assistant News Editor
March 29, 2019
“The LGBTQIA+ community on campus is enormous,” Tabitha Barnes said. “We wanted to make sure that Pride was something everyone could take part in...kind of using the resources that we have to make that happen.”
Undergraduate candidates face setbacks in elections court
By Erica Guthrie, Senior Staff Writer
March 28, 2019
The political future is uncertain for city government candidates and Pitt undergraduates Ashley Priore, who was running in the Democratic primary for the Pittsburgh School Board in the 4th District, and Chris Kumanchik, who was running for the 3rd District seat in the Pittsburgh City Council.
BAS “Justice for Antwon” die-in
March 28, 2019
To remember the death of Antwon Rose II, Pitt’s Black Action Society organized a die-in protest on the front steps of the William Pitt Union on Wednesday. About 120 people, mostly Pitt students, joined in sitting or standing near by. The group remained there, silent, for 40 minutes — 10 minutes for every day of the trial of former University and East Pittsburgh police officer Michael Rosfeld, who shot Rose in June 2018. This event marks the sixth day of “Justice for Antwon” protests since the jury acquitted Rosfeld of all charges.
120 join “Justice for Antwon” die-in on WPU steps
By Emily Wolfe, Assistant News Editor
March 28, 2019
Unlike other protests that have taken place throughout the City over the past week, this one — a die-in in honor of Antwon Rose, organized by Pitt’s Black Action Society — was completely silent.
University Senate discusses free speech at annual plenary
By Maureen Hartwell, Staff Writer
March 27, 2019
In a week filled with protests and demonstrations in the wake of Michael Rosfeld’s acquittal, the University Senate convened to hold its annual plenary session focused on “Free Speech in the Modern University.”
Black Action Society plans Wednesday die-in for Antwon Rose
By Emily Wolfe and Brian Gentry
March 27, 2019
“[The goal is] just to show solidarity between all students on campus and faculty and staff, but specifically black students and just to show support for Antwon Rose’s family,” Edenis Augustin, the Black Action Society president, said.
Pitt students visit State Capitol
By Neena Hagen, Senior Staff Writer
March 27, 2019
Dozens of Pitt students boarded buses at 6:30 a.m. Tuesday to attend Pitt’s annual Day in Harrisburg.
For real: Crosswalk to come
By Joanna Li, News Editor
March 26, 2019
The crosswalk created on Forbes Ave. outside of David Lawrence Hall is expected to be fully operational by the end of the week, according to Pitt Police. In the past few days, the traffic lights have been set to “flash” as a means of allowing drivers to adapt to the new crosswalk.
Pittsburgh responds to New Zealand massacre
By Neena Hagen, Senior Staff Writer
March 26, 2019
Fawwaz Haq, executive director of the Islamic Center of Pittsburgh, or ICP, an Islamic educational and community outreach organization based in Oakland, said only the outpouring of support from Pittsburgh’s community could mitigate the pain of such a tragedy.
Third day of protests brings students Downtown
By Emily Wolfe, Assistant News Editor
March 26, 2019
A group of more than 1,000 turned out Monday for a student-led walkout Downtown in protest of the acquittal of former East Pittsburgh officer Michael Rosfeld in the shooting of unarmed black teenager Antwon Rose.
Grad students will decide union question starting April 15
By Joanna Li, News Editor
March 25, 2019
PLRB announced on Thursday the dates and times of polling locations on campus. The election is intended to allow more than 2,000 graduate students to vote to join a union. In order to form a union, a simple majority of the grad student population, or more than 50 percent, needs to vote yes.
Vigil honors victims of New Zealand shooting
By Maggie Young, Senior Staff Writer
March 25, 2019
Hundreds of Pittsburghers gathered Sunday for “Rehumanize: A Vigil for Muslims in New Zealand” to honor the victims of the Christchurch shootings, which occurred on March 16.
Downtown protests against Rosfeld verdict focus on change, solidarity
By Neena Hagen, Senior Staff Writer
March 25, 2019
A jury acquitted Rosfeld Friday after only four hours of deliberation, which drew peaceful protesters to the Hill District neighborhood less than 24 hours later.
Justice for Antwon Protest in Oakland
March 24, 2019
Following the announcement on March 22 of a not guilty verdict in the trial of former Pitt police officer Micheal Rosfeld, protestors took to the streets of the Oakland campus showing their disagreement with the jury’s decision. The march began in Schenley Plaza at about 5pm and shut down numerous intersections as it paraded along Bigelow Boulevard and Atwood Street, as well as Fifth and Forbes Avenues. Beginning with a group of almost 50 people, the protest grew in number as it went.
Oakland protests white officer’s acquittal
By Emily Wolfe, Assistant News Editor
March 23, 2019
Organizers of Saturday’s protests had three demands: The dismissal of the district attorney, the dismissal of a much-criticized police union president and the creation of a police review board.
Gunshots fired into office of Michael Rosfeld’s attorney
By Janine Faust, Managing Editor
March 23, 2019
Gunshots were fired overnight into the office of Michael Rosfeld's defense attorney, Pat Thomassey. The approximate time of the shooting has yet to be determined.
Jury finds Rosfeld not guilty in Rose shooting case
By Brian Gentry and Emily Wolfe
March 22, 2019
Michael Rosfeld, a white former Pitt Police officer, was found not guilty of the June 19, 2018 shooting of black 17-year-old Antwon Rose Friday evening.
Take Back the Night – Marching for Equality
March 22, 2019
On the penultimate day of the 2019 Women’s Empowerment Week at the University of Pittsburgh, students took to the streets for the annual Take Back the Night march. This event has taken place at Pitt since the 1990s. Prior to the march, students participated in a sign making event where they also practiced the chants they would use once they hit the pavement. This year, the march was hosted by Asian Students Alliance, Female Empowerment Movement and Student Government Board.
Darr hears students’ counseling center concerns
By Neena Hagen, Senior Staff Writer
March 22, 2019
For the first time since being hired in January 2019, Pitt’s new Counseling Center Director Jay Darr made a public appearance at a Town Hall Thursday night.
Marching to reclaim the night in Oakland
By Emily Drzymalski, Staff Writer
March 22, 2019
Roughly 30 students took their newly made signs and marched through Pitt’s campus chanting as bystanders watched and a police car followed at their side.
Controversial “Hacking4Humanity” event targets trafficking
By Griffin Lynch, Staff Writer
March 21, 2019
Organizers of Friday’s “Hacking4Humanity” challenge hope it will be the first of many at Pitt as students take on the problem of human trafficking. But some community groups have taken issue with the methods the event will use.
Intersectionality: Beyond the Buzzword
March 21, 2019
Pitt Program Council, Rainbow Alliance and Black Action Society put together an event during Women’s Week called “Intersectionality: Behind the Buzzword.” This event featured a few fun activities as well as opportunity for serious discussion. Students learned about each other’s lives and experiences — how they were affected by race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation and other factors — in order to help build a strong, diverse and safe community at Pitt.
Pitt professors sue for age discrimination
By Maggie Young, Senior Staff Writer
March 20, 2019
Neil Fogarty, a 61-year-old lecturer of the College of Business Administration and the Katz Graduate School of Business, filed a suit against the University in early February, for age discrimination.
SGB looks to fill positions for next year
By Maureen Hartwell, Staff Writer
March 20, 2019
There are dozens of positions left to fill on next year's Student Government Board, from chief of staff to a member of the elections committee.
Former PG editor discusses truth in journalism
By Brian Gentry, Assistant News Editor
March 19, 2019
At the event, Shribman discussed the importance of truth in journalism and how the field has evolved over time.
Vibrant Media Lab offers glimpse into first game system
By Vaibhav Gupta, For The Pitt News
March 18, 2019
The group, the Vibrant Media Lab, will present one of the earliest-created game consoles in history — the Magnavox Odyssey — to Pitt students on April 5 in order to promote a wider understanding of the history and culture behind video games along with the VML’s work for the past two years.
Al Primack celebrates pi year-round
By Neena Hagen, Senior Staff Writer
March 18, 2019
Al Primack, Pitt doctoral student and TA, memorized 100 digits of pi for a cultural artifact speech back in college. Eight years later, he recites those same digits to his students at the start of every semester. But other than pi, he said, his memory is actually pretty dismal.
Pitt files response to Rose suit
By Emily Wolfe, Assistant News Editor
March 18, 2019
A lawsuit from Antwon Rose Jr.’s family alleged that negligence from Pitt led to the shooting of the teenager by an East Pittsburgh police officer last year. But Pitt says East Pittsburgh never reviewed the officer’s file.
Schedule preview for Women’s Empowerment Week
By Maureen Hartwell, Staff Writer
March 17, 2019
Hosted by the Student Government Board, WE Week 2019 begins Monday, March 18, and ends Saturday, March 23.
Pitt attempting to obstruct grad student union election, organizers claim
By Emily Wolfe, Assistant News Editor
March 12, 2019
The United Steelworkers and the Graduate Student Organizing Committee expressed disappointment Tuesday in what they called Pitt’s attempts at “voter suppression.”
“This whole system’s got to go:” Students walk out against inequality
By Emily Wolfe, Assistant News Editor
March 8, 2019
One day before the set of worldwide marches planned for International Women’s Day, about 100 people gathered in Schenley Plaza for a student walkout.
Labor board affirms Pitt grad students have right to unionize
By Brian Gentry, Joanna Li, and Emily Wolfe
March 7, 2019
The Pennsylvania Labor Relations Board ruled Thursday that Pitt’s graduate student employees are entitled to unionize, a step forward in graduate students’ multi-year battle to form a union.
SCI to offer programs in cybersecurity
By Brian Gentry, Assistant News Editor
March 7, 2019
Pitt’s School of Computing and Information opened a Professional Institute yesterday, and its first initiative is to offer programs in cybersecurity.
Sylvia Rhor curates arts with academics
By Remy Samuels, Staff Writer
March 7, 2019
Sylvia Rhor is the curator and director of Pitt’s University Art Gallery in the Frick Fine Arts building, where she organizes collections and creates exhibitions for the public — something she never dreamed of doing as a child.
Tanjaya talks food insecurity at allocations-heavy meeting
By Maureen Hartwell, Staff Writer
March 6, 2019
The board spent more than an hour deliberating allocations at its Tuesday meeting, and voted to amend five of the allocations committee’s recommendations after hearing from student leaders.
Voters choose divestment, Peterson as executive VP
By Brian Gentry and Emily Wolfe
March 6, 2019
Anaïs Peterson won big in Tuesday’s runoff SGB election — and so did one of her major initiatives, as more than 2,000 students said Pitt should divest from fossil fuels in a referendum vote.
Researcher, advocate: Sossena Wood promotes diversity in engineering
By Maggie Young, Staff Writer
March 6, 2019
Sossena Wood entered the Swanson School of Engineering in 2007 as an electrical engineering major, a major where only 0.9 percent of degree-earners nationwide are black women.
Port Authority to increase service on Oakland routes
By Brian Gentry, Assistant News Editor
March 6, 2019
Port Authority is taking care of some bus-ness in Oakland.
Pitt finalizes Campus Master Plan
By Mary Rose O'Donnell, Staff Writer
March 5, 2019
After more than a year and a half of development, Pitt’s Campus Master Plan, or CMP, was released on Feb. 11. The CMP is a detailed outline of the future of Pitt’s Oakland campus and its plan for development over the next 20 to 30 years.
Students to respond to Tree of Life through Scholars in Residence program
By Nicole Marzzacco, For The Pitt News
March 5, 2019
Pitt plans to sponsor up to nine undergraduates who will conduct research on the Tree of Life shooting this summer and create an exhibit based on their findings, which will be on display at the University in fall 2019.
Students face divestment referendum
By Emily Wolfe, Assistant News Editor
March 5, 2019
The ballot students see on elections.pitt.edu from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday will feature a referendum question on whether or not the University should divest from fossil fuels.
The Oaklander brings luxury hotel option to Oakland
By Maggie Young, Staff Writer
March 4, 2019
The Oaklander hotel has its restaurant and lobby located on the 10th floor to offer its guests some famous views of Oakland, said Jackie Gillespie, the hotel’s director of sales. “The space is on the 10th floor because I think it would’ve been tragic to have this location and not bring these views of Oakland to everyone,” Gillespie said.
Pitt Day of Giving 2019
March 3, 2019
Pitt’s third annual Day of Giving was held on Thursday, Feb. 28. This year’s PDoG raised $4.2 million from more than 6,000 donors, which includes students, alumni and Pitt employees. Unlike the past two PDoGs, this year’s combined a day-long on-campus event with the online donation campaign. The campus event brought together students and senior leadership to celebrate Pitt’s 232nd birthday and increase on-campus engagement.
Third annual Pitt Day of Giving raises more than $4 million
By Mary Rose O'Donnell, Staff Writer
March 1, 2019
The third annual Pitt Day of Giving took place Thursday, Feb. 28 — the University’s 232nd birthday. This year, PDoG raised $4,218,150 from 6,345 donors.
Men’s Glee Club PDoG strategy includes incentives, reimbursement
By Emily Wolfe, Assistant News Editor
March 1, 2019
Pitt Men’s Glee Club, which won $2,500 for bringing in the second-highest number of donations among student groups on Thursday’s third annual Pitt Day of Giving, allegedly encouraged its members to make donations in exchange for discounts on club expenses and, in some cases, full reimbursement.
How Swanson brings its tech to local businesses
By Griffin Lynch, Staff Writer
March 1, 2019
Swanson School of Engineering has set up a new Center for Product Innovation to benefit both students and small business
Students, experts discuss criminal justice reform
By Neena Hagen, Senior Staff Writer
February 28, 2019
The Global Studies Center invited three criminal justice experts to inform students about the reasons behind inequalities in the criminal justice system and discuss potential solutions. Dr. Leah Jacobs from the School of Social Work opened the conversation with the topic of incarceration. “To really get to the heart of this issue, you have to recognize the institutional nature of [this nation’s] policies,” Jacobs said.
Pitt Police offer resources at biannual Safety Fair
By Brian Gentry, Assistant News Editor
February 28, 2019
Students walked from table to table at this semester’s biannual Safety Fair, which lasted from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesday in the William Pitt Union’s Assembly Room.
Pitt Unmuted talks sexual violence
By Maureen Hartwell, Staff Writer
February 27, 2019
Pitt Unmuted, a student group that helps facilitate environments where survivors of sexual assault can share their stories, began in 2017 with a focus on collecting written and visual submissions from its members. But the group also looks for ways to actively prevent sexual violence.
Chancellor seeks state funding at Harrisburg hearing
By Jon Moss, Contributing Editor
February 27, 2019
Chancellor Patrick Gallagher testified Tuesday in front of the State Senate Appropriations Committee in Harrisburg with other executives from Pennsylvania universities, hoping to increase state funding for higher education for the 2019-20 fiscal year.
Career politician shares experiences from the Capitol
By Neena Hagen, Senior Staff Writer
February 26, 2019
Charles Dent, a former U.S. congressman and career politician, shared 28 years worth of stories from the heart of America’s highest ranking political circles to the nearly 200 people who packed Ballroom B of the University Club Monday night.
SGB to hold runoff election for executive VP spot
By Emily Wolfe, Assistant News Editor
February 26, 2019
There’s one election left before the lineup is completely decided for next year’s Student Government Board. SGB announced Monday the office of executive vice president will be decided by a runoff election between the top two candidates on March 5.
Community Cafe hosts local community leader
By Nicole Marzzacco, For The Pitt News
February 24, 2019
Last week, the Honors College hosted Wasi Mohamed, the former director of the Islamic Center. He discussed faith, Islamophobia and how to keep a community together in the wake of tragedy.
Pitt to match federal Pell Grants, tuition still unclear for next year
By Jon Moss, Contributing Editor
February 22, 2019
Chancellor Gallagher announced Friday that Pitt will match any federal Pell Grants awarded to students starting this fall.
Context: February Board of Trustees meeting
By Jon Moss, Contributing Editor
February 22, 2019
Today is the Pitt Board of Trustees' February meeting. Here's what to look for.
Pitt alumna makes NYT Bestseller list
By Mary Rose O'Donnell, Staff Writer
February 21, 2019
Rachael Lippincott, recent Pitt alumna, has been on the The New York Times’ best-seller young-adult hardcover list for the past 11 weeks because of her novel adaptation of the movie “Five Feet Apart.”
Sodexo offers culturally diverse meals
By Remy Samuels, Staff Writer
February 21, 2019
According to Sodexo district manager Abdou Cole, Sodexo made the move to represent different cultures as accurately as possible after listening to the demands of students.
“Grateful, thankful, overwhelmed”: Brown wins SGB presidency
By Brian Gentry and Emily Wolfe
February 20, 2019
Zechariah Brown will serve as president of Pitt’s Student Government Board during the 2019-20 school year, after winning 62 percent of the vote against Albert Tanjaya Tuesday.
Your guide to today’s SGB election
By Emily Wolfe, Assistant News Editor
February 19, 2019
Brush up on these candidates' platforms and then head over to elections.pitt.edu to vote.
Pitt study links social media and eating disorders
By Vaibhav Gupta, For The Pitt News
February 19, 2019
A recent research study by the University of Pittsburgh titled “Greater social media use tied to higher risk of eating, body image concerns,” reveals that the rise in eating disorders, particularly body image concerns and anorexia, are linked to a higher use of social media sites.
No, really: Crosswalk coming to Forbes
By Joanna Li, News Editor
February 19, 2019
Over this past weekend, construction began on the sidewalks parallel to Forbes Avenue near the sky bridge. This progresses the effort from Pitt to create a crosswalk on Forbes outside of David Lawrence Hall.
Hillman exhibit showcases stories of Ferguson
By Nithil Harris Manimaran, For The Pitt News
February 18, 2019
For the month of February, Hillman Library will be home to the Ferguson Voices: Disrupting the Frame, an exhibit commemorating the events that occurred in Ferguson, Missouri.
Buy me a drank: T-Pain to headline Bigelow Bash
By Brian Gentry, Assistant News Editor
February 18, 2019
T-Pain is coming to Pitt to perform at this year’s Bigelow Bash in April.
Fifth Ave. Popeyes says last goodbyes
By Brian Gentry, Assistant News Editor
February 18, 2019
The Popeyes on Fifth Ave. closed last Monday.
Pitt student seeks to unseat City Council president
By Stefan Bordeianu, Staff Writer
February 15, 2019
25-year-old Chris Kumanchik is challenging City Council President Bruce Kraus for the District 3 City Council seat.
Flawed but vital: MARS teaches students specifics of computer architecture
By Griffin Lynch, For The Pitt News
February 15, 2019
Students at Pitt in CS 0447 are undertaking the difficult task of learning how to read and write assembly languages — and a tool is making it easier for students and teachers alike.
PQP offers community, safe space to LGBTQ+ staff
By Neena Hagen, Senior Staff Writer
February 14, 2019
Pitt Queer Professionals secretary Anthony Verardi said the organization provides an important outlet for him and his peers to discuss issues plaguing the LGBTQ+ community on campus.
College students say “screw you” to sex
By Erica Guthrie, Senior Staff Writer
February 14, 2019
Young adults are choosing to swipe left on physical intimacy more than ever before.
Exploring the gray areas of asexuality
By Maggie Young, Staff Writer
February 14, 2019
Asexuality is a sexual orientation, meaning a whole spectrum of sexual attraction exists — not just a void of sexuality.
GSWS program to offer LGBTQ+ studies minor
By Brian Gentry, Assistant News Editor
February 14, 2019
The GSWS program will offer a minor in LGBTQ and critical sexuality studies this semester, which requires 18 credits in classes about sexuality through a variety of lenses.
SGB takes care of business, SafeRider, elections
By Maureen Hartwell, Staff Writer
February 13, 2019
“The SafeRider app, in concept, is great, but when you look at it, you have an estimated arrival time that never shows you a real number, you have very glitchy buttons that don’t direct you to anything and you have many outlets to click the same thing,” Tanjaya said.
Pitt students to face tuition hike, Commonwealth funding unclear
By Jon Moss, Contributing Editor
February 13, 2019
Pitt students will face an average of tuition hike of four percent next year, even with additional funding from the commonwealth.
Residents, faculty voice qualms with master plan
By Emily Wolfe, Assistant News Editor
February 12, 2019
Pitt will unveil the finalized version of its campus master plan at the end of this week. It includes a plan for more housing, with a net total of 775 new beds and an increase in sustainability efforts.
Brown, Tanjaya debate for SGB presidency
By Neena Hagen, Senior Staff Writer
February 12, 2019
On Monday night, presidential candidates Albert Tanjaya and Zechariah Brown faced off in a debate for the position. Moderated by Matt Stalford, head writer and host of the Bully PulPitt and Christian Snyder, editor-in-chief of The Pitt News, the two candidates discussed issues ranging from student facilities to administrative policies.
Student-published children’s book promotes acceptance
By Maggie Young, Staff Writer
February 12, 2019
Rachael Bindas, a senior English writing major and a gender, sexuality and women’s studies minor, is pursuing certificates in children’s literature and sustainability. But before she decided on her children’s literature certificate, she wrote a book first.
Flyin’ West features first all-black cast
By Casey Aquiline, For The Pitt News
February 11, 2019
A city theater group produced “Flyin’ West” in 1995. Twenty-five years later, Pitt Stages is producing the play again, featuring an all-black cast for the first time in University history.
State officials attempt to avert UPMC, Highmark breakup
By Jon Moss, Contributing Editor
February 11, 2019
UPMC and Highmark have a long history of conflict, and this came to a head when UPMC refused to sign a consent decree in late 2018 that would allow Highmark insurance to be used at UPMC hospitals.
Slates present platforms at “Meet the Candidates” event
By Stefan Bordeianu, For The Pitt News
February 8, 2019
To prepare for its Feb. 19 election, Student Government Board hosted a “Meet the Candidates” event on Thursday evening with Pitt Tonight host Andrew Dow. At the event, held in the William Pitt Union, the two presidential candidates and 10 board candidates introduced themselves and their reasons for running to the public — though most of the 30 or so people who attended were already affiliated with the board.
Walnut Capital to construct building in Oakland
By Alexander Hanna, For The Pitt News
February 8, 2019
Walnut Capital, a Pittsburgh real estate developer, is currently constructing office spaces to advance Oakland and Pittsburgh as a medical and tech capital.