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The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

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The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

The Pitt News

Members of the Student Government Board applaud during Tuesday night’s meeting in Nordy’s Place.

Student Government Board introduces new resolution in support of faculty union

By Adrienne Cahillane, Senior Staff Writer October 18, 2023
SGB introduced R-2023-3, a resolution in support of the faculty union at Pitt, at its weekly meeting on Tuesday.
Customers order at Burrito Bowl in the Petersen Events Center.

From tacos to cookies: A run-down of on-campus dining options

By Patrick Diana, Staff Writer October 17, 2023
While the Eatery and the Perch remain campus staples, it’s easy for students to get tired of eating at the same places every day. Thankfully, campus touts many different dining locations serving everything from smoothies and salads to tacos and burgers.
Screenshot from a virtual panel discussion on Monday about the recent events in Israel and Palestine.

Scholars discuss Israel, Palestine history and ways to talk about the conflict

By Khushi Rai, Senior Staff Writer October 17, 2023
Pitt Jewish Studies Program, Kenneth P. Dietrich School of Arts and Sciences, Center for Civil Rights and Racial Justice, Office of the Chancellor and the University Center for International Studies held a panel with Omar Dajani and Mira Sucharov to discuss the history of Israel and Palestine.
A COVID-19 test from 2020.

Students, faculty with disabilities condemn closure of Pitt’s COVID-19 office

By Bella Markovitz, Senior Staff Writer October 17, 2023

Isabella Wegner said she felt frustrated when Pitt closed their COVID-19 Medical Response Office (CMRO). “Students want to make informed decisions about masking, and without an office sending out...

A sign displaying Pittsburgh’s plastic bag ban in a Rite Aid in Oakland.

Pittsburgh plastic bag ban goes into effect

By Khushi Rai, Senior Staff Writer October 16, 2023
For Nick Magoun, a sophomore Japanese major, the plastic bag ban is an important initiative that will bring attention to common behaviors that are not sustainable for the environment.
Trash on Atwood Street in South Oakland.

New initiative to educate students and solve trash problem in Oakland

By Kelly McPoyle, Staff Writer October 15, 2023

Lizabeth Gray, Neighborhood Quality Consultant of Oakland Planning and Development Corporation (OPDC), describes herself as “the queen of trash.”  “It drives me crazy,” Gray said. “I’m...

People chant in a rally in support of Palestine passes through Carnegie Mellon University Friday afternoon.

Rally for Palestine expresses anger over Israeli occupation, treatment of Palestinians

By Spencer Levering, Senior Staff Writer October 13, 2023
Over 300 people rallied near Schenley Plaza to support Palestinian people on Friday afternoon. Those in attendance gathered in a circle to listen to speeches before walking down Forbes Ave to Carnegie Mellon University where more speakers talked about the treatment of Palestinians and the recent news about the situation between Israel and Palestine.
Police Blotter: Oct. 4 - Oct. 10

Police Blotter: Oct. 4 – Oct. 10

By News Editors October 13, 2023
Pitt police reported an institutional vandalism, a theft of a scooter and more in this week’s crime log.
University workers power-wash chalk drawings highlighting Pitt’s fossil fuel usage.

‘I Love Pitt Day’ celebrates University, met with pushback from student organization

By Ryleigh Lord, News Editor October 13, 2023
Students, faculty and staff commemorated “I Love Pitt Day” on Wednesday with games, free swag and a protest against the University outside the William Pitt Union.
The Senate Council meeting on Thursday, Oct. 12.

Senate Council discusses attacks in Israel, new safety training module

By Khushi Rai, Senior Staff Writer October 13, 2023

Chancellor Joan Gabel opened Thursday’s Senate Council meeting by addressing the recent attacks in Israel.  “I want to start by acknowledging the horror of the terrorist events that have taken...

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