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
Opinion | Fast fashion is hard to avoid, but not impossible

Opinion | Fast fashion is hard to avoid, but not impossible

By Kelly Xiong, Staff Columnist • November 17, 2022
Before we go on to buy the next hot item, we should start asking ourselves, “Do I even really like this? Or do I just want to fit in and be part of the trend?” When consumers are more conscious about where they’re buying their clothes from, they play a big part in reducing the environmental harm caused by fast fashion.
Opinion | How to pick good roommates

Opinion | How to pick good roommates

By Emily O'Neil, Staff Columnist • November 16, 2022
Living with others can be a struggle. Here are some simple tips for picking a good roommate.
Opinion | What I wish I knew before renting an apartment in South Oakland

Opinion | What I wish I knew before renting an apartment in South Oakland

By Lynnette Tibbott, Staff Columnist • November 15, 2022
Eight things learned from renting an apartment off-campus.
Brian Kennedy, a candidate campaign volunteer, wears his "I voted" sticker beside his American flag pin as he greets voters outside a polling location on Tuesday in Evans City, Pennsylvania.

Pennsylvania Democrats must consider the opinions of ‘unhyphenated Americans’

By Talia Spillerman, Senior Staff Columnist • November 13, 2022
We must include the unhyphenated Americans in our vision for America's future.
Opinion | BookTok is a mistake

Opinion | BookTok is a mistake

By Sofia Uriagereka-Herburger, Staff Columnist • November 13, 2022
The commodification of activities as identities on TikTok will deteriorate the quality of books.
Opinion | My experience as a poll worker

Opinion | My experience as a poll worker

By Paul Beer, Staff Columnist • November 13, 2022
A day as a poll worker during a historic midterm election.
Officials gather for a group photograph, with Qatar's emir, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, third left, and Kuwait's emir, Sheikh Sabah al-Ahmad al-Sabah, center, at the Gulf Cooperation Council summit in Kuwait City in December 2017.

Opinion | Qatar kicks aside human rights as host of the World Cup

By Grant Van Robays, Staff Columnist • November 10, 2022
Qatar is using the upcoming World Cup to distract attention from human rights abuses and oppression.
Opinion | It’s time for affirmative action to become socioeconomic

Opinion | It’s time for affirmative action to become socioeconomic

By Paul Beer, Staff Columnist • November 10, 2022
If affirmative action is destined to change, it ought to start focusing on family income.
Opinion | ‘Tough it out, champ,’ and how we respond to illness

Opinion | ‘Tough it out, champ,’ and how we respond to illness

By Lynnette Tibbott, Staff Columnist • November 9, 2022
Society’s reaction toward viral illness, the issues surrounding antibiotics and recommendations for individuals deciding to seek care.
Opinion | Spending time alone is important, especially for your mental health

Opinion | Spending time alone is important, especially for your mental health

By Emily O’Neil, Staff Columnist • November 8, 2022
There is a stigmatization and misunderstanding of people who regularly spend time alone. Our society always pushes for social interactions, but spending time by yourself is crucial for personal growth and mental wellness. Alone time is essential for individuals to recharge, prioritize what is important to them and check in with themselves. 
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