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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

The Senate Council meeting on Thursday, Oct. 12.

Senate council discusses recent UPMC shuttle accident, Pitt funding

By Khushi Rai, Senior Staff Writer December 8, 2023

David DeJong opened Thursday’s Senate Council meeting by addressing the recent shuttle accident and loss of Emily Watson, the supervisor of the transport department at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital.  “We...

Police Blotter: Dec. 1 - Dec 5

Police Blotter: Dec. 1 – Dec 5

By News Editors December 8, 2023
Pitt police reported a bicycle theft, a drug law violation and more in this week’s crime log.
Pitt students find comfort in the holidays during finals

Pitt students find comfort in the holidays during finals

By Emma Hannan, Staff Writer December 8, 2023
Despite the festive atmosphere created by the Cathedral’s Christmas tree decorations and the subtle snowfall on a cold day, personal struggles persist on campus. In the midst of finals season, students find their own ways to remain in the holiday spirit.
Panelists speak during the “Community United in Compassion” event in the University Club on Tuesday afternoon.

‘Community United in Compassion’ asks people to show empathy in times of tragedy

By Spencer Levering, Senior Staff Writer December 8, 2023
Faculty, staff and students gathered with community members in the University Club on Tuesday afternoon to attend an event titled “Community United in Compassion.” The event featured an open discussion where those in attendance could pose questions to the panelists and share thoughts about the importance of compassion in a community during times of conflict.
Mental health tips during finals week

Mental health tips during finals week

By Abby Lipold, Staff Writer December 6, 2023
Studies show that the heightened levels of stress and anxiety that students experience during finals week may cause a decline in student mental health. The University of Pittsburgh has been working with mental health professionals the past few years on ways to support students during finals season.
Students speak at the Student Government Board meeting Tuesday night in Nordy’s Place.

SGB discusses upcoming meeting with Provost Bonner, student activities fee

By Adrienne Cahillane, Senior Staff Writer December 6, 2023
During its last meeting of the semester, Student Government Board discussed an upcoming meeting with Vice Provost Bonner and other funding related initiatives.
Pitt students study in the William Pitt Union.

Students share favorite study spots on campus

By Briana Bindus, Staff Writer December 6, 2023

According to Claire Donnellan, the best places to study for finals are ones filled with other people “doing the same thing” as her. “I just need to be in an environment where people are going...

Students share thoughts on final exams versus essays

Students share thoughts on final exams versus essays

By Emily Handrahan, Staff Writer December 6, 2023

Lucy Lande said final essays provide a greater opportunity to exercise creativity than traditional final exams.  “It can help your work stand out,” Lande, a first-year anthropology major, said....

Protesters gather to support Palestine inside the Cathedral of Learning Common Room on Monday afternoon.

Protestors gather in front of the Cathedral, call for a permanent ceasefire

By Abby Lipold, Staff Writer December 5, 2023
Protestors from community organizations Socialist Alternative Pittsburgh, the Party for Socialism and Liberation and Pittsburgh Palestine Coalition gathered outside the Cathedral of Learning along with students on Monday afternoon to call for a permanent ceasefire in Gaza.
Students struggle to find one-semester subletters

Students struggle to find one-semester subletters

By Anna Kuntz, Senior Staff Writer December 5, 2023
For Grace McCullough, the decision to sublet her apartment was influenced by her plans to study abroad in Florence in the spring semester. Students like McCullough often use different websites to search for housing in Oakland and other neighborhoods, roommates and subletters.
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