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 diving hosted Duquesne for its first meet of the season on Friday, and the women’s team swept the podium for the one meter board.

Weekend Sports Recap: Soccer yields mixed, thrilling results, volleyball dominates

By Alexander Ganias, Staff Writer October 4, 2021
Pitt Athletics kept itself busy over the weekend. Several of its teams competed against worthy adversaries both from the ACC and other conferences. Here’s how each squad fared.
Pitt linebacker Chase Pine and P.J. O’Brien walked into the game against New Hampshire on Sept. 25 at Heinz Field.

Column | Pitt’s offensive line is unsung hero in 52-21 win over Georgia Tech

By Frankie Richetti, Staff Writer October 4, 2021
The Panthers kicked off ACC play on the road Saturday against Georgia Tech. The contest was never in doubt thanks to a stellar performance by the offensive line and timely turnovers created by the defense.
The Pennsylvania State Capitol in Harrisburg.

Opinion | Now more than ever, it’s important to follow state government

By Talia Spillerman, For The Pitt News October 4, 2021
State senators are responsible for sponsoring, supporting and voting on legislation that directly impacts constituents’ livelihoods and quality of life. 
Jordan Addison (3) and Kenny Pickett (8) celebrate the first touchdown at the Oct. 3, 2020 game against NC State.

Pitt, Pickett put the ACC on notice after defeating Georgia Tech 52-21

By Dalton Coppola, Assistant Sports Editor October 2, 2021
The Panthers (4-1, 1-0 ACC) went on the road and drubbed the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets (2-3, 1-2 ACC) with a dominating performance on both sides of the ball.
Fans wonder if Pitt’s defense will live up to their expectations at Saturday’s Pitt vs. GT game. Head coach Pat Narduzzi says defense isn’t just about “schemes” — it’s about “attitudes.”

Preview | ‘Preseason is over’: Panthers to open conference play against Georgia Tech

By Dalton Coppola, Assistant Sports Editor October 1, 2021
The Panthers (3-1, 0-0 ACC) will travel to Atlanta, Georgia, for an ACC tilt with the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets (2-2, 1-1 ACC) this Saturday.
Pitt men’s basketball roster looks “vastly different” than last year and includes many transfers and sophomores.

Unfamiliar Pitt roster hopes to build chemistry, continuity after volatile offseason

By Stephen Thompson, Sports Editor October 1, 2021
Pitt men’s basketball is in a much different place than it was six months ago. Six scholarship players left and one more was still serving a suspension while he awaited a hearing on three felony charges. Head coach Jeff Capel spent the following months repairing a broken roster and trying to breathe some life into a program deflated by a 2-10 limp to the end of the regular season.
Pitt Panther Serena Gray sends the ball over the net during Pitt vs. WVB volleyball game.

Panthers cruise against UVA, extend winning streak to 13

By Richie Smiechowski, Staff Writer October 1, 2021
Backed by a raucous Volley Pitt student section, the Panthers handily defeated the Cavaliers in straight sets — extending their undefeated start to the season.
Students could receive free flu shots at the HealthyU fair located at the William Pitt Union on Wednesday.

Health in the air as the HealthyU fair returns to campus

By Punya Bhasin, Senior Staff Writer October 1, 2021
The HealthyU fair held this past Wednesday in front of the William Pitt Union focused on the eight dimensions of wellness — emotional, environmental, financial, intellectual, occupational, physical, social and spiritual wellness.
Pitt stores COVID-19 vaccination records in an electronic health record system designed for colleges and universities. Student affairs spokesperson Janine Fisher said a small number of trained Pitt staff access the information.

Pitt’s COVID-19 vaccination data privacy, explained

By Alexandra Ross, For The Pitt News October 1, 2021
Most people want to know that their personal health information is kept as secure and private as possible. According to Pitt, students, faculty and staff can rest assured that this is true with COVID-19 vaccination information stored by the University.
Pitt’s CoVax Vaccination Center — located at the bottom of Nordenberg Hall — recently expanded its hours to daily operations, and will offer flu shots starting next Wednesday.

Pitt adds 46 new COVID-19 cases since Sept. 22

By Martha Layne, Assistant News Editor September 30, 2021
Pitt officials said Thursday that 30 students and 16 employees tested positive for COVID-19 from Sept. 22-28.
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