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The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

The Pitt News
The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

The Pitt News
All content by Pamela Smith | Visual Editor
People silently listen to speakers at a rally Downtown in support of Ukraine on Sunday evening.

[Photo] ‘Proud to be Ukrainian’: Hundreds gather Downtown in support of Ukraine

February 28, 2022
People silently listen to speakers at a rally Downtown in support of Ukraine on Sunday evening.

[Photo] ‘Proud to be Ukrainian’: Hundreds gather Downtown in support of Ukraine

By Pamela Smith, Contributing Editor
February 28, 2022
More than 20 students and faculty protested Friday afternoon at the Cathedral Lawn, in a show of solidarity for the recently-invaded Ukraine.

[Photo] Pitt’s Russia, Ukraine clubs come together to protest Russian invasion

February 25, 2022
More than 20 students and faculty protested Friday afternoon at the Cathedral Lawn, in a show of solidarity for the recently-invaded Ukraine.

[Photo] Photos: Protest against Russian invasion of Ukraine

February 25, 2022
Dr. Jay Darr, the director of the University Counseling Center, spoke at a Student Government Board town hall in October for Mental Health Awareness Month.

[Photo] Jay Darr to become new associate dean of students for wellness

February 25, 2022
According to an email from the CMRO, COVID-19 cases remain high in the state but cases are “way down” on campus compared to the omicron variant’s peak.

[Photo] Pitt adds 118 new COVID-19 cases since April 13

April 21, 2022
Pitt fans cheer and yell during the third quarter of the ACC Championship football game on Dec. 4, 2021.

[Photo] Column | Pitt moments that made fans want to drink, in celebration or sadness

February 22, 2022
According to an email from the CMRO, only 8% of the Pitt community has updated their vaccination booster status. Students can update their vaccination status online.

[Photo] Pitt adds 159 new COVID-19 cases since Feb. 15

February 18, 2022
Destiny Strother (31) shoots a free throw after being fouled during the Pitt vs. NC State women's basketball game on Friday, Dec. 10, 2021 at the Petersen Events Center.

[Photo] Panthers’ comeback falls short in 64-54 loss to North Carolina

February 10, 2022
Mayor Ed Gainey speaks during Joe Biden’s visit to Mill 19 in Pittsburgh on Jan. 28.

[Photo] Mayor Gainey again delays Oakland Crossings vote as review continues

February 9, 2022
The Tinder app.

[Photo] Pitt students hesitant to pursue unvaccinated dates

February 9, 2022
Students who received a booster vaccine dose should update their vaccination status, according to a Thursday email from the CMRO.

[Photo] Pitt adds 29 new COVID-19 cases since March 23

March 31, 2022
A bag of Pitt footballs at a Pitt football game.

[Photo] Pitt to open 2022 season against West Virginia at Heinz Field

January 31, 2022
Amber Brown (5) shoots a free throw during the Pitt vs. NC State women's basketball game at the Petersen Events Center on Friday, Dec. 10, 2021.

[Photo] Panthers fall to short-handed Syracuse on the road, 80-72

January 30, 2022
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[Photo] Photos: President Biden discusses infrastructure following Frick Park bridge collapse

January 28, 2022
Pitt redshirt senior quarterback Kenny Pickett (8) runs with the ball during the first half of the ACC Championship game against Wake Forest University at the Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina on Saturday, Dec. 4, 2021.

[Photo] Take 5: Will the Steelers draft Pickett, Barry Bonds should be in the Hall of Fame and more

January 28, 2022
While cases on Pitt campuses are high, case severity remains largely mild or asymptomatic according to a CMRO email.

[Photo] Pitt adds 291 new COVID-19 cases since Jan. 25

February 3, 2022
Pitt junior guard Destiny Strother (31) prepares to shoot at a game against North Carolina State University at Petersen Events Center on Dec. 10, 2021.

[Photo] Panthers come up short on the road, fall to Hokies 75-65

January 21, 2022
Pitt’s CoVax Vaccination Center located at the bottom of Nordenberg Hall.

[Photo] Pitt to relax mask requirements, adds 69 new COVID-19 cases since March 2

March 17, 2022
Senior guard Jayla Everett (20) take a jump shot during the Pitt women's basketball game vs. NC State on Dec 10.

[Photo] Panthers mauled by No. 3 Cardinals, 81-39, remain winless in ACC

January 6, 2022
NC State women's basketball player Elissa Cunane (33) blocks Pitt player Mary Dunn (15) from catching a rebound during the Pitt vs. NC State game on Friday night.

[Photo] Pitt overpowered by No. 2 NC State in ACC opener

December 10, 2021
Chris Bonneau, political science professor, in his office in Posvar Hall on Wednesday.

[Photo] ‘Won’t be a unified front’: Professors opposed to union reflect on vote

December 10, 2021
A Pitt fan cheers during Saturday evening’s ACC Championship Game at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina.

[Photo] Editorial | Fall semester had plenty of highlights (and a few lowlights)

December 10, 2021
Keyshon Camp (10) and John Morgan III (6) embrace after a defensive play during the ACC Championship football game.

[Photo] Column | ACC title game win sets up Pitt football for long term success

By Frankie Richetti, Staff Writer
December 6, 2021
Pitt Panthers celebrate during the first half of Saturday evening’s ACC Championship game against Wake Forest University at the Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina.

[Photo] Women’s basketball, track and field pick up big wins during busy Pitt athletics weekend

By Alexander Ganias, Staff Writer
December 6, 2021
Defensive back Erick Hallett II (31) yells after being named the most valuable player of the ACC Championship game.

[Photo] Pitt to play No. 10 Michigan State in Peach Bowl game on Dec. 30

December 5, 2021
Pitt quarterback Kenny Pickett (8) displays the ACC Championship trophy.

[Photo] ‘Not there yet’: Ahead of Heisman ceremony, Pickett looks to keep climbing after college

By Dalton Coppola, Assistant Sports Editor
December 11, 2021
Pitt quarterback Kenny Pickett (8) holds up the ACC Championship trophy as the Pitt Panthers are showered in confetti.

[Photo] Pitt defense locks down Hartman, wins first ever ACC Football Championship

December 4, 2021
Keyshon Camp (10) and John Morgan III (6) embrace after a defensive play during the ACC Championship football game.

[Photo] Photos: ACC Championship Game

December 4, 2021
Fans at Saturday evening's ACC Championship Game in Charlotte, North Carolina.

[Photo] ‘Fantastic’: Fans celebrate after Pitt wins first ACC Football Championship

By Jon Moss, Editor-in-Chief
December 5, 2021
Sophomore running back Israel Abanikanda after scoring at the ACC Championship Game on Saturday night.

[Photo] Pitt football claims first ACC football title

By Dalton Coppola, Assistant Sports Editor
December 4, 2021
Pitt fans cheer during Saturday evening’s ACC Championship Game at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina.

[Photo] Photos: ACC Championship Game Fans

By Pamela Smith, Visual Editor
December 4, 2021
Pitt quarterback Kenny Pickett (8) holds up the ACC Championship trophy as the Pitt Panthers are showered in confetti.

[Photo] Pitt defense locks down Hartman, wins first ever ACC Football Championship

By Dalton Coppola, Assistant Sports Editor
December 4, 2021
Pitt redshirt senior quarterback Kenny Pickett (8) runs with the ball during the first half of Saturday evening’s ACC Championship game against Wake Forest University at the Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina.

[Photo] Steelers draft former Pitt quarterback Kenny Pickett No. 20 overall in 2022 NFL Draft

April 28, 2022
The skyline of Charlotte, North Carolina, looks over the ACC Fan Fest on Saturday afternoon.

[Photo] ‘Pittsburgh has invaded Charlotte’: Former players, alumni have high expectations for ACC Championship game

By Dalton Coppola, Assistant Sports Editor
December 4, 2021
Staff cleans up after the ACC Football Fan Fest on Friday night in Charlotte, North Carolina, the night before No. 17 Pitt plays in the ACC Championship against No. 18 Wake Forest.

[Photo] Pitt fans take Charlotte by storm on eve of ACC Championship

December 3, 2021
From left, Pitt redshirt sophomore defensive back Brandon Hill (9), redshirt junior defensive lineman David Green (2), junior linebacker SirVocea Dennis (7) and first-year wide receiver Myles Alston (20) run down the field during their game against Clemson at Heinz Field on Oct. 23.

[Photo] Column | ‘We, Not Me’: How Pitt’s offensive success has been a true team effort

December 2, 2021
Hundreds of students, some equipped with tents, line up outside of the WPU Monday evening to purchase ACC Football Championship tickets, transportation and lodging.

[Photo] Pitt students camp outside WPU for ACC Championship Game tickets

By Richie Smiechowski, Staff Writer
November 30, 2021
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