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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

Review | ‘Opus’ feels like a rush job

Review | ‘Opus’ feels like a rush job

By Sage Rosenfeld, Staff Writer March 31, 2025

Mark Anthony Green's “Opus” displays a lackluster plot despite brilliant performances. “Opus” leaves a confusing impression — a mix of awe and disappointment. With a cast led by stars Ayo Edebiri...

Pittsburgh Pirates' Paul Skenes pitches during the first inning of a baseball game against the New York Yankees, Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024, in New York.

Column | This Pirates team doesn’t feel new

By Alex Kiger, Staff Writer March 31, 2025

Look, baseball is a long season.  If there is any sport that you can’t overreact to, it’s the one that insists on playing 162 games in the span of about six months. Things could completely change...

The Cathedral of Learning.

Pitt hiring freeze causes research and academic uncertainty

By Emma Wu, Staff Writer March 30, 2025
Pitt implemented a hiring freeze that negatively impacts academic and economic aspects of the university. Staff and students express concerns about these effects on their jobs and future.
The Cathedral of Learning.

Teach-in discusses Trump’s impacts, local advocacy’s future

By Naomi Weiss, Staff Writer March 30, 2025
A panel of Pittsburgh advocacy organizations held a teach-in to discuss the effects of the Trump administration’s agenda on March 29 at HAVEN in South Oakland.
Clothes sit on a table at the Dress for Success event in the Cathedral of Learning.

‘Dress for Success: Closet to Career’ alleviates the stress of building a professional wardrobe

By Mollie Young, Staff Writer March 28, 2025

As the end of the spring semester rapidly approaches, many Pitt students find themselves in the throes of final presentations, interviews and networking events. While casual attire like sweats and athleisure...

Protesters march down Forbes Avenue at a Saturday protest.

Opinion | Gen Z is falling short of who we were destined to become

By Livia LaMarca, Assistant Opinions Editor March 28, 2025
We were so close to a bright future, a future of inclusion and progress, but we’re on a path of failure. It appears as if we are falling short of who we were destined to become.
Mario’s Oakland Saloon.

Editorial | There is no place for Nazism in the city of Pittsburgh

By The Pitt News Editorial Board March 28, 2025
In an era of performative activism and Instagram repost warriors, Pitt students and the Pittsburgh community have a real chance to make a difference and speak up for what they believe in — that Nazism has no place in our city.
Pitt swimmers prepare for their event at the meet against Carnegie Mellon on Saturday.

Spring sports in full swing this weekend

By Julien Holbrook, Staff Writer March 27, 2025

This weekend, the Pitt men’s swimming and diving team takes center stage while the track and field team heads to two separate events and lacrosse plays the number one team in the country.  Men's...

PNC Park, the home of the Pittsburgh Pirates.

Column | Ryan Borucki’s revival is crucial for Pittsburgh’s bullpen

By Alex Kiger, Staff Writer March 27, 2025

Two years ago, Ryan Borucki had one of the best stories on the Pittsburgh Pirates. After spending parts of five seasons in the big leagues, Borucki had yet to truly establish himself at the major league...

Take Madness | Elite Eight: Nate Robinson and DMV regions

Take Madness | Elite Eight: Nate Robinson and DMV regions

Welcome to the Elite Eight! After the first week, the initial field is narrowed down and ready to fire up more hot takes in hopes of surviving until the next round. Read below and vote on Instagram and...

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