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
SJP receives interim suspension from Office of Student Conduct

SJP receives interim suspension from Office of Student Conduct

By Spencer Levering, Assistant News Editor • March 19, 2025
Students for Justice in Palestine at Pitt’s leaders received notice that their organization will be placed on an “interim suspension of registration” by Pitt’s Office of Student Conduct on Tuesday morning.
Military personnel search for Sudiksha Konanki, a university student from Pitt who disappeared on a beach in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, Monday, March 10, 2025.

Update: Parents of Sudiksha Konanki believe their daughter drowned, person of interest granted leave to return to the U.S.

By Amanda Yu, Abby Lipold • March 18, 2025
On March 18, the Konanki family told authorities they believe Sudiksha Konanki drowned in the Atlantic Ocean, and a judge in the Dominican Republic granted Joshua Riibe, previously a person of interest in the case, leave to return to the U.S. There have been no new updates on Konanki’s disappearance since then. 
The Bouquet Garden Apartments.

Pitt’s dorm selection process, explained

By Marissa Kelley, Senior Staff Writer • March 18, 2025
Beginning March 19, rising sophomores and juniors will select their housing assignments for the 2025-26 school year.
The Cathedral of Learning and the William Pitt Union.

Pitt celebrates and acknowledges the importance of Women’s History Month with EmpowHER

By Katie Hovan, Staff Writer • March 18, 2025
Pitt’s Campus Recreation Center is one university program celebrating Women’s History Month with the EmpowHER series. This variety of physical and mental health activities empowers and motivates women to feel comfortable participating in male-dominated athletics. 
New mural coming to Hillman Library

New mural coming to Hillman Library

By Andrew McLaughlin, Staff Writer  • March 18, 2025
Student artists are collaborating on a new colorful mural showcasing the history of communication that will go on display starting in the fall semester.
County Controller Corey O’Connor answers questions from moderator Ann Belser at the Mayoral Forum at Chatham University on Sunday, Feb. 2.

College Democrats endorse mayoral challenger Corey O’Connor in primary

By Kyra McCague, Senior Staff Writer • March 18, 2025
Last month, both College Democrats at Pitt and Young Democrats of Allegheny County endorsed Allegheny County Controller Corey O’Connor in the Democratic primary for mayor.
Police watch protesters during the event at Schenley Plaza on Tuesday.

Porch roof collapse injures dozens during party on Semple Street

By Spencer Levering, Assistant News Editor • March 14, 2025
The roof of a porch on Semple Street collapsed during a St. Patrick’s Day celebration on Friday at around 5:30 p.m., injuring over a dozen people.
The “page not found” landing screen on the Pitt website.

“They’re throwing trans people under the bus”: Counseling center faces backlash after event name change 

By Marissa Kelley, Senior Staff Writer • March 14, 2025
On Feb. 24, Pitt’s Counseling Center faced backlash after briefly renaming an event from "LGBT Peer Support Space" to “LGB Peer Support Space,” omitting the ‘T’ for transgender. The change was quickly reversed, but many community members remain concerned about the impact of the decision.
Marley Pinsky and Olivia Budike pose for a photo.

Q&A: Meet the 2024-2025 SGB president and vice president 

By Marissa Kelley, Senior Staff Writer • March 14, 2025
SGB announced the 2024-2025 election results at their meeting on Tuesday. The Pitt News spoke with the winners about their top initiatives for the upcoming term.
UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh.

Multiple families of trans kids denied gender-affirming medications at UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh

By Spencer Levering, Assistant News Editor • March 14, 2025
Multiple families of transgender children said UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh has denied access to gender-affirming care medicine to their kids. Without communication from their doctors or a clear path forward, some parents said they’re fearing for their child’s future.
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