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 | Being a fifth-year in college isn’t as old as you may think

Opinion | Being a fifth-year in college isn’t as old as you may think

By Ashanti McLaurin, Staff Columnist May 24, 2023
It's okay to take your time in college and the timing of getting your degree is not a race.
Editorial | In light of new anti-LGBTQ laws, skip your summer vacation to Florida

Editorial | In light of new anti-LGBTQ laws, skip your summer vacation to Florida

By The Pitt News Editorial Board May 24, 2023
Students should avoid traveling to Florida this summer both for their safety and to show solidarity with the queer community affected by new state laws.
Striking members and supporters of the Writers Guild of America walk the picket line during a rally outside Silvercup Studios, Tuesday May 9, 2023, in New York.

Editorial | Our top three favorite signs from the Hollywood writers’ strike

By The Pitt News Editorial Board May 17, 2023
The Pitt News Editorial Board shares the best picket signs from the WGA strike in solidarity with the writers.
Opinion | Can we always separate the art from the artist?

Opinion | Can we always separate the art from the artist?

By Kelly Xiong, Staff Columnist May 17, 2023
A dive into the question of whether we can separate the art from the artist in the wake of the concerns and objections raised by this year’s Met Gala theme.
Opinion | Hockey Needs to Change

Opinion | Hockey Needs to Change

By Jameson Keebler, Staff Columnist May 17, 2023
In a time where watching live sports can be difficult, the NHL should prioritize the viewers, specifically the next generation of fans.
The Pitt News box outside the Cathedral of Learning.

TPN says goodbye to graduating editors

By The Pitt News Staff April 21, 2023
With graduation just around the corner, The Pitt News says goodbye to our graduating editors who have contributed much time and hard work to make The Pitt News what it is.
Rebecca Johnson, editor-in-chief of The Pitt News.

Column | Rory Gilmore helped me discover journalism at Pitt

By Rebecca Johnson, Editor-in-Chief April 21, 2023
In her farewell to The Pitt News, editor-in-chief Rebecca Johnson reflects on her memories at the paper from reporting during the COVID-19 pandemic to her original journalism inspiration — Rory Gilmore, a flawed character from the TV show “Gilmore Girls.”
A view of the Cathedral of Learning.

Editorial | The top five most memorable things that happened this year

By The Pitt News Editorial Board April 20, 2023
Besides a little obstacle — finals week — we have made it through another school year. To remember some of the events that stuck with us most, here are the top five most memorable things that happened this school year.
Opinion | Happy coincidences

Opinion | Happy coincidences

By Rachel Soloff, Opinions Editor April 20, 2023
How a series of coincidences led to The Pitt News.
Opinion | Rebel while you still can

Opinion | Rebel while you still can

By Paul Beer, Staff Columnist April 20, 2023
Disputing the idea that graduation means the end of social activism, protesting and being involved in causes that matter to the world.
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