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The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

The Pitt News

The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

The Pitt News

Culture Editor Patrick Swain expresses his love for the Oxford Comma by doodling in The Pitt News office.

Editorial | It’s time to embrace the Oxford comma 

By The Pitt News Editorial Staff September 28, 2023
There are no Oxford commas in this article. It’s no mistake — AP Style generally discourages them. It’s time to give writers the right to employ the Oxford comma whenever they see fit.
Minnesota Vikings running back Alexander Mattison (2) fumbles the ball in front of Philadelphia Eagles cornerback Mario Goodrich (31) and Philadelphia Eagles linebacker Nicholas Morrow (41) during the second half of an NFL football game Thursday, Sept. 14, 2023, in Philadelphia.

Editorial | The reality of racism in football has made itself known again

By The Pitt News Editorial Board September 22, 2023
An alarming amount of news articles have made the headlines about football fans hurling attacks and racist remarks at the players. Between the messages to Mattison and the University of Alabama fans’ racist and homophobic comments to Texas football players, we are beginning to see conversations on race and football spark back up. 
This Aug. 13, 2020, photo shows a logo for Netflix on a remote control in Portland, Ore.

Editorial | Subscriptions should not dominate the creative industry

By The Pitt News Editorial Board September 11, 2023
Subscription art services hinder creative pursuits and block the potential of those who cannot afford them
Nebraska and Omaha play a college volleyball match Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023, at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln, Nebraska.

Editorial | Support and attend women’s sports

By The Pitt News Editorial Board September 4, 2023
While many are anxiously waiting to see how well Pitt’s football team is going to do this semester and are already discussing the men’s basketball season, the University of Pittsburgh’s women’s sports teams are accomplishing feat after feat. Some of our Pitt pride and support should go to them.
Editorial | The importance of school newspapers

Editorial | The importance of school newspapers

By The Pitt News Editorial Board August 27, 2023
In light of the recent free speech news over at Penn State University, The Pitt News Editorial Board wants to make certain that students, staff and faculty are aware of the benefits a school newspaper brings to college campuses.
The Cathedral of Learning

Editorial | Discounted in-state tuition is more important now than ever

By The Pitt News Editorial Board July 12, 2023
In the wake of the blow to affirmative action, keeping in-state tuition rates low is more important than ever to maintain college accessibility.
The Titan launch barge is moved to the Coast Guard yard at port in St. Johns, Newfoundland, on Saturday, June 24, 2023. The Titan submersible imploded near the wreckage of the Titanic, killing all five people on board, the U.S. Coast Guard announced Thursday, June 22.

Editorial | The submersible catastrophe reminds us that regulations are important and that nobody is exempt from them

By The Pitt News Editorial Board June 27, 2023
If you’ve been following the news the last week, you may have heard of the Oceangate submersible catastrophe. In the destruction, five people were killed —  two wealthy businessmen, one of their sons, an explorer and the CEO of Oceangate. But in all of this tragedy, we must also recognize the incredibly ignorant and dangerous actions of the Oceangate company that led to the death of these individuals.
The 2023 Pittsburgh Pride Parade on the Andy Warhol Bridge on June 3.

Editorial | Rainbow capitalism is insincere and performative, but this year is arguably worse

By The Pitt News Editorial Board June 21, 2023
Pride flags are being stowed away, and brands are lacking their usual rainbow-ified twitter profile pictures. To many this shows that there is a lack of genuine support and allyship presented by these brands.
New York City is engulfed in haze seen from the Empire State Building observatory, June. 7, 2023, in New York.

Editorial | Recent poor air quality could be a warning sign for things to come

By The Pitt News Editorial Board June 13, 2023
If you think the air quality, smog and flames are bad now, just wait. Unless we act swiftly, the effects of climate change will become irreversible.
Editorial | Support local businesses and organizations all year long

Editorial | Support local businesses and organizations all year long

By The Pitt News Editorial Board June 7, 2023
When the promotional advertisements cease and the spotlight shifts, it is imperative we continue to support a wide variety of local establishments as, at the end of the day, it supports the entire community.
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