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
Pitt swim makes a splash, crushing six pool records against Georgia Tech

Pitt swim makes a splash, crushing six pool records against Georgia Tech

By Grace McNally, Staff Writer • November 2, 2024

On Saturday, Pitt swim and dive finished up its two-day meet against Georgia Tech. The Panthers broke six pool records, and the Yellow Jackets broke one of their own.  Pitt set new pool records in...

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Review | ‘Saturday Night’ overwhelms and excites

By Wendy Moore, Staff Writer • November 1, 2024

A stage light soars to the ground and bursts into flames. Two comedians flay insults at one another before lunging into a brawl. Illicit drugs are passed from person to person. To make matters worse, the...

Jill Stein speaks to attendees at her rally in Schenley Plaza on Thursday, Oct. 31.

Green Party presidential candidate Dr. Jill Stein campaigns days before the election at Schenley Plaza

By Naomi Weiss, Staff Writer • November 1, 2024
The Green Party’s presidential candidate, Dr. Jill Stein, held a rally on Halloween afternoon at Schenley Plaza under her doctrine “for the people, planet, and peace”. With about twenty attendees, Stein addressed topics including conflict in the Middle East, the American housing crisis, climate change and more.
A person poses in a cowboy costume.

‘A bonding experience’: Students share their Halloween costume plans

By Sydney Krasniewski, Staff Writer • November 1, 2024
Halloween is one of the biggest social events on campus for many students. With midterm season underway, Halloween gives students an opportunity to de-stress and express their creativity according to Abby Bradley, sophomore rehabilitation science major.
Pitt football strategizes at the football game against Cal at Acrisure Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 12.

Pitt gallops to Texas for all-important primetime tango with SMU

By James Carter, Staff Writer • November 1, 2024

Pivoting from their drubbing of Syracuse, the 7-0 No. 18 Pitt Panthers head west to Dallas to face a new ACC member, the No. 20 SMU Mustangs. This matchup is critical for both teams and is set as a tight...

Op-Ed | Pennsylvania residents need to pay attention to energy discussions, even outside of presidential election years

Op-Ed | Pennsylvania residents need to pay attention to energy discussions, even outside of presidential election years

By Grace DeLallo, Pitt News Alumnus • November 1, 2024
While it would be wonderful if we had presidential candidates that support a more aggressive transition to renewables and advocate for protective measures, only an act of Congress could nationally ban fracking. The president doesn’t have that kind of authority, and most protective action that’s come down the pipeline has been at a municipal, county and state level. 
Third party voters aim to support like-minded candidates this election season

Third party voters aim to support like-minded candidates this election season

By Madeline Ward, Staff Writer • October 31, 2024
As Kamala Harris and Donald Trump headline this year’s presidential race, some voters are seeking a third option that better reflects their values.
Jake Shane speaks during “Therapuss Live!” at the Carnegie of Homestead Music Hall on Saturday, Oct. 26.

The doctor is in: Therapuss Live! with Jake Shane

By Maxine Van Nortwick, Staff Writer • October 30, 2024

Though he’s not a licensed medical professional, Therapuss Jake Shane came to cure Pittsburgh on Saturday, Oct. 27, with “Therapuss Live!”  The event took place at the Carnegie Music Hall in...

Rallygoers pose for a photo holding signs in support of the Pitt Grad Union on Tuesday, Sept. 10, outside of the Cathedral of Learning.

Grad union announces election date after months of negotiations

By Neel Kamal, Staff Writer • October 30, 2024
On Nov. 18, 19 and 21, the Graduate Student Union will hold its unionization election. If the vote passes, the union will begin its collective bargaining agreement with the University of Pittsburgh. The union plans on fighting for stronger health benefits and pay.
Head coach Pat Narduzzi yells at players during the Backyard Brawl in Morgantown, West Virginia, on Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023.

Pitt athletic’s spookiest press conference interviews

By Sara Meyer, Senior Staff Writer • October 29, 2024

Pitt Athletics has experienced a phenomenal 2024 campaign so far, with several teams climbing to the top of national rankings, but it hasn’t always played out this way.  The school has seen its fair...

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