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
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[Photo] Mikala Aleksandruk: Just one of God’s children

By Ashton Crawley, Assistant News Editor
April 15, 2021
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[Photo] Savannah Henry: Taking action for her generation

By Anna Ligorio, Senior Staff Writer
April 12, 2021
The Oakland Open, a mini golf course installed by the Pittsburgh Innovation District on Oakland Avenue, is intended to generate business for local eateries and restaurants.

[Photo] Pittsburgh Innovation District brings mini golf to Oakland

April 1, 2021
The Pitt men’s basketball team wore masks in a team huddle during its game against Saint Francis University on Nov. 25. Head coach Jeff Capel was gut-wrenchingly honest over the course of the past few months about how difficult this season was due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

[Photo] Column | Was this worth it: Reflections from a season covering COVID basketball

March 16, 2021
The Pitt women's basketball team lost 67-56 to the Boston College Eagles on Wednesday in the first round of the ACC tournament

[Photo] First-round ACC tournament loss to Boston College concludes Pitt women’s basketball season

March 4, 2021
Au’Diese Toney pictured against Virginia Tech on Feb. 4.

[Photo] Pitt announces Toney to transfer, second key departure in two days

February 25, 2021
Pitt men’s basketball (9-7 overall, 5-5 ACC) lost 71-65 to Georgia Tech (10-8 overall, 6-6 ACC) on Sunday night in an away game in Atlanta.

[Photo] Woeful offense dooms men’s basketball in 71-65 loss to Georgia Tech

February 15, 2021
Because the United States is celebrating its one year anniversary with the COVID-19 pandemic very soon, many Pitt students have encountered a wide array of relationship experiences, including being long distance, quarantining together, breaking up or “dating” around.

[Photo] ‘Can I hook up with this boy?’: Couples navigate relationships, sex and COVID-19 safety

February 10, 2021
Xavier Johnson, pictured here against Virginia Tech on Feb. 3, contributed 10 of Pitt’s 66 points against Virginia on Saturday.

[Photo] Panthers doomed by short Cavalier burst, lose to UVA 73-66

February 8, 2021
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[Photo] Shifted starting lineup provides spark in 83-72 upset of No. 16 Hokies

February 3, 2021
Samantha Schatten, a senior political science major, is the deputy campaign manager for Bethani Cameron’s campaign for city council.

[Photo] Pitt senior kick-starts her career in progressive politics

February 2, 2021
Sophomore forward Justin Champagnie scored 23 of Pitt’s 65 points against UNC Tuesday night. Pitt lost 75-65.

[Photo] Pitt outmuscled by UNC, drops second straight game, 75-65

January 27, 2021
Staff writer Carson Zaremski has given Justin Champagnie an “A” for his performance so far this season.

[Photo] Mid-season grades: Panthers find success despite individual shortcomings

January 19, 2021
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[Photo] Last place Wake defeats distracted Pitt, 76-75

January 23, 2021
Construction on Bigelow Boulevard lasted from November 2019 through this December.

[Photo] Bigelow to reopen on Christmas Eve

By Jon Moss, Editor-in-Chief
December 23, 2020
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[Photo] Pitt football to forgo 2020 postseason

December 11, 2020
All Pitt Eats locations still participate in the food recovery program and continue to donate surplus food to local agencies that fight hunger, diverting it from landfills.

[Photo] COVID-19 restrictions affect waste across campus

November 6, 2020
Eons Fashion Antique is located in Shadyside and opened 35 years ago.

[Photo] Pittsburgh vintage clothing stores preserve pieces from the past

November 4, 2020
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[Photo] Staff Picks: Books to cozy up with

November 1, 2020
Pitt opened 25% of available seating in The Eatery at Market Central, The Perch, Einstein Bros. Bagels in Benedum and Posvar, Schenley Cafe, Cathedral Cafe and the Petersen Events Center Food Court last Monday.

[Photo] Pitt opens 25% of seating in dining locations

October 25, 2020
Even though Pitt will allow some fans to watch football at Heinz Field, it’s strictly prohibiting tailgating in its lots for the rest of the season.

[Photo] Oakland to Oregon: Pitt fans replicate tailgates from home

October 20, 2020
About 400 to 500 dining workers were laid off in the spring under then dining contractor Sodexo when Pitt adjusted its dining services.

[Photo] Pitt dining worker union alleges ‘direct violation’ of contract by dining contractor, raises safety concerns

October 21, 2020
Eric Macadangdang, president of the Student Government Board, said SGB plays an active role in redirecting the “enforcement responsibility” for COVID-19 rules from police to other outlets.

[Photo] Police blotter Oct. 8 - Oct. 14

October 16, 2020
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[Photo] Exploring Pittsburgh’s Parks | Mellon Park

October 8, 2020
Many COVID-19 and flu symptoms are indistinguishable, making it especially important to get a flu shot this year.

[Photo] Pitt offers free flu shots for students amid COVID-19 pandemic

September 25, 2020
The vegan diet is on the rise in recent years.

[Photo] Opinion | Veganism isn’t necessarily the most ethical or sustainable option

September 22, 2020
Primanti Bros. is a sandwich shop chain that finds its roots in Pittsburgh.

[Photo] Oakland restaurants ‘delivering’ on expectations despite COVID-19 restrictions

September 22, 2020
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[Photo] Police Blotter: Dec. 1 - Dec. 6

December 9, 2021
The Pitt News will publish one print edition per week on Wednesdays, but will continue to break news and post online daily.

[Photo] The Pitt News to switch to weekly print editions

August 23, 2020
The construction project on Bigelow Boulevard, originally scheduled to finish in August, is now scheduled to be completed in October.

[Photo] Pitt to continue construction on ‘essential’ projects only

August 23, 2020
Even at a time when live sports are mostly on hold, the Panthers still managed to have an action-packed summer.

[Photo] What you missed in a summer of Pitt sports

August 24, 2020
Pitt Athletics released a statement on Wednesday detailing a new program, Forged Here, to guide athletes in their NIL endeavors.

[Photo] Pitt Athletics to launch new initiatives after calls for change

June 23, 2020
The Pitt News published a story on June 8 about classes starting a week early and moving online after Thanksgiving, before returning students and faculty members had heard of the plan from the administration.

[Photo] Editorial | Pitt administration’s lack of communication fails faculty, students

June 23, 2020
Due to concerns about the COVID-19 pandemic, Pennsylvania has allowed mail-in ballots for anyone who requests one.

[Photo] 3 ways to request a mail-in ballot for Pa. primary on June 2

May 19, 2020
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[Photo] Katie Rerko: Get your head in the game

By Alex Lehmbeck
April 16, 2020
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