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Pitt men’s basketball beats FSU, Hinson makes history

By Matthew Scabilloni, Senior Staff Writer • March 6, 2024

Senior forward Blake Hinson made history in Pitt men’s basketball’s 88-73 victory over Florida State. The senior forward finished with six three-pointers, putting him at 104 on the season and breaking...

Mimesis | ‘Animal Crossing’: Cozy is as cozy does

By Chloe Woodruff, Staff Writer • March 6, 2024

In this edition of Mimesis, staff writer Chloe Woodruff reflects on a long-forgotten relic of the COVID-19 pandemic — the cute and cozy atmosphere of “Animal Crossing: New Horizons.”

Notes From an Average Girl | Long-distance friendships

By Madeline Milchman, Senior Staff Writer • March 6, 2024

In this edition of Notes From an Average Girl, senior staff writer Madeline Milchman writes about how she manages a long-distance friendship in college and what makes these important connections worth the miles.

The Ladybug | The birth family search and DNA kits

By Abigail Duncan, Staff Writer • March 6, 2024

In this edition of The Ladybug, Abigail Duncan discusses her recent struggles with finding her identity as an adoptee and how she answers difficult questions regarding her birth parents.

Opinion | The best cities are walkable

By Anna Ehlers, Contributing Editor • March 6, 2024

What if we just took the bulk of the transportation routes in a city and put them underground so they weren’t in everyone’s way, and we could use all the above ground space for walking and other pretty stuff? Said London in the 19th century.

Pitt names winners of 2024 Chancellor’s Distinguished Awards

By Abby Lipold, Assistant News Editor • March 6, 2024

On Feb. 28, Pitt announced the winners of the 2024 Chancellor’s Distinguished Awards. The award honors Pitt faculty who have made meaningful contributions to the Pitt community through their teaching or research.

Oakland Zoo leaders reflect on season and upcoming tournaments

By James Carter, Staff Writer • March 6, 2024

Pitt men’s basketball is having one of its most interesting seasons in recent memory. The Panthers’ return to the NCAA Tournament last season brought plenty of hype to students and fans of the program....

Review | Live-action ‘Avatar’ series brings needed representation, but falls short of the original

By Irene Castillo, Staff Writer • March 5, 2024

A few things made me the critical thinker I am today — my mother, Luisa Capetillo’s feminist literature and “Avatar: The Last Airbender.” The show cemented my beliefs in what freedom truly means...

Opinion | Having a mixed music taste is amazing

By Irene Moran, Staff Columnist • March 5, 2024

Overall, if you love all kinds of music, it is a green flag. If you have a mixed music taste, you can fit in anywhere and within any group and enjoy any sort of music in any sort of situation.

Editorial | Be aware of your role as a traveler over break

By The Pitt News Editorial Board • March 5, 2024

Spring break is approaching to the delight of many Pitt students overwhelmed by their midterms — they can finally relax, travel or maybe just catch up on work due when they return the following Monday. For those choosing the second option of traveling, it’s important that we bear in mind our role as tourists.