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
Carla Panzella, the dean of students, speaks at Student Government Board’s weekly meeting in Nordy’s Place on Tuesday evening.

SGB hosts Dean Panzella, discusses dining and diversity and inclusion grant

By Kiera Ledermann, Staff Writer • December 1, 2021
At Student Government Board’s weekly public meeting, Carla Panzella said she is “pleasantly surprised” by the Pitt community’s willingness to work hard to address tough challenges, such as sexual assault and student wellness.
Panther men finish 11th, women 12th at ACC Cross Country Championships

Panther men finish 11th, women 12th at ACC Cross Country Championships

By Chris Cornejo, for The Pitt News • November 2, 2021
The Pitt men finished 11th and women placed 12th at the ACC Cross Country Championships over the weekend in South Bend, Indiana.
The Pitt Panthers prepare to enter the field with head coach Pat Narduzzi.

Photos: Pitt football vs. Miami

By Jamie Cohen and Hannah Wilson • November 1, 2021

Pitt football succumbed to Miami Saturday afternoon 38-34. In all, 46,977 fans watched Miami’s victory against No. 17 Pitt.

Students pose for a photo at the football game Saturday.

Photos: Fans at Pitt football vs. Clemson

By Jon Moss and Pamela Smith • October 26, 2021

The Pitt Panthers defeated Clemson 27-17 Saturday afternoon at Heinz Field. A season-high 60,594 fans attended the game, according to Pitt athletics.

Opinion | What good are police?

Opinion | What good are police?

By Jack Troy, Assistant Opinions Editor • October 19, 2021
Police departments would like you to think that they’re doing valuable work to make cities safer and when crimes do occur, they’re able to track down the suspects.
Kenny Pickett eludes the defensive rush at the Pitt vs. Western Michigan game.

Column | ‘Kenny Heisman’ no longer a playful nickname as Pickett builds case

By Frankie Richetti, Staff Writer • October 12, 2021
“Kenny Heisman” was formerly just a playful nickname for Pitt super-senior quarterback Kenny Pickett. But after his extraordinary start to the season, he’s giving that name life and could be in contention for some of the nation’s most prestigious awards.
Pitt Eats and the University dining contractor, Compass, want to create a dining experience that students will enjoy.

Pitt Eats ‘firmly committed’ to providing a high-quality dining experience

By Donata Massimiani, For The Pitt News • September 28, 2021
Pitt began a partnership with Compass, a British multinational food company, in July 2020. A Compass spokesperson said the company hopes to reinvent the dining experience by creating initiatives that help students take charge of their nutrition and wellness.
Students reflect on some of their favorite Oakland restaurants as the academic year begins ramping up, such as CHiKN on Forbes Avenue.

Students discuss their favorite places to eat in Oakland

By Brandon Raglow, Staff Writer • September 28, 2021
As the academic year ramps up and many students are back on campus for the first time in more than a year, they reflect on some of their favorite Oakland restaurants.
After throwing for 285 yards in last Saturday’s 41-34 win over Tennessee, Pitt senior Kenny Pickett is now just 57 passing yards away from leaping Dan Marino for second place in career passing yards at Pitt.

Preview | Pitt returns home for clash with Western Michigan

By Frankie Richetti, Staff Writer • September 16, 2021
The Pitt Panthers and Western Michigan Broncos will meet for the first time this weekend. The Panthers come into the game riding high off of a huge road win in Knoxville. But Pitt can't overlook the Broncos who have talent on both sides of the ball. 
Pitt football hasn’t won more than eight games in a season since 2009, but this might be the season they end the double-digit win drought, argues senior staff writer Kyle Saxon.

Column | Takeaways from Pitt football’s win on the road against Tennessee

By Frankie Richetti, Staff Writer • September 14, 2021
Despite a raucous crowd at Neyland Stadium, the Panthers pulled out a hard-fought win behind super-senior quarterback Kenny Pickett’s near-flawless showing. Here are five takeaways from Pitt’s 41-34 win over Tennessee on Saturday.
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