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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 Romita Das | Senior Staff Photographer
The Ohio State team competes during Dhirana’s 11th annual competition at the August Wilson African American Center on Saturday.

[Photo] 11th annual Dhirana competition appreciates and embraces classical Indian dance

By Shreya Singh, Senior Staff Writer
April 9, 2023
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[Photo] Liann Tsoukas: The ‘most hugged professor’ of Pitt History

By Livia Daggett, Assistant Copy Chief
April 10, 2023
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[Photo] Western Pennsylvania Abortion Clinics and Advocates: ‘We can’t do this work alone’

By Grace DeLallo, Contributing Editor
April 21, 2023
The Cathedral of Learning.

[Photo] Roundup of Sexual Assault Awareness Month Events

March 31, 2023
Two students from the College Democrats and College Republicans debate in the William Pitt Union Monday night.

[Photo] College Democrats, Republicans debate abortion, drag bans and health care

March 21, 2023
Two shot glasses sit on a table.

[Photo] ‘I’m broke’: Pitt students consider ways to drink cheaply on campus

February 23, 2023
A sign advertising the “One Place to Another” exhibit in the Frick Fine Arts building.

[Photo] ‘One Place to Another’ art exhibit highlights students’ relationships with nature, wildlife

February 23, 2023
Katelyn Gallo, founder of the Underdog App.

[Photo] Students create company to promote safety confidence among students on campus

By Gabriella Garvin, Staff Writer
February 17, 2023
Student Government Board at its weekly meeting in Nordy’s Place Tuesday night.

[Photo] SGB discusses new disability resources committee, boil water advisory

February 15, 2023
The exhibit “PRESSED: Images from the Jewish Daily Forward,” on the first floor of Hillman Library.

[Photo] ‘PRESSED’ exhibit in Hillman Library connects students with Jewish journalism

February 15, 2023
The Royal Girls majorette group in the Petersen Events Center.

[Photo] Pitt’s new majorette team shares Black culture through dance

February 14, 2023
The Cathedral of Learning.

[Photo] Abuse of corpse case against Pitt student to proceed to Court of Common Pleas

February 10, 2023
A sign advertising the Swanson School of Engineering blood drive at the Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hall auditorium in September 2021.

[Photo] FDA proposes new guidelines to ease restrictions on blood donations for ‘men who have sex with men’

February 8, 2023
Pigeons sit on top of a building.

[Photo] ‘Depressing:’ Fifth Avenue construction sends pigeons packing

February 6, 2023
Members of ASA perform during the annual cultural fair on Sunday in the William Pitt Union.

[Photo] ASA Culture Fair features hip hop dancing, taekwondo and more

By James Paul, Staff Writer
February 6, 2023
People participate in a celebration of India’s Republic Day on Sunday.

[Photo] Indian Nationality Room Committee celebrates Republic Day with traditional music, dance

January 30, 2023
Dean Valerie Kinloch stands outside the School of Education.

[Photo] Q&A: Dean of the School of Education reflects on new undergraduate major, recognition as one of nation’s 200 most impactful education scholars

January 30, 2023
Brenda Song speaks during a Pitt Program Council event Thursday night at the WPU Assembly room.

[Photo] Brenda Song talks growing up in the acting industry at PPC, ASA event

By Shreya Singh, Staff Writer
January 27, 2023
Student Government Board at its weekly meeting in Nordy's Place Tuesday night.

[Photo] SGB candidates discuss sexual assault, mental health at public interviews

January 25, 2023
Student Government Board at its weekly meeting in Nordy’s Place Tuesday night.

[Photo] SGB revises assembly bylaws, announces start of election season

January 11, 2023
Student Government Board at its weekly meeting on Nov. 15.

[Photo] SGB board member resigns ahead of spring semester

January 9, 2023
Student Government Board at its weekly meeting in Nordy’s Place Tuesday night.

[Photo] SGB votes on bills regarding governing code, First-Year Council

December 7, 2022
Dylan Mitchell, a sophomore law, criminal justice and society and politics and philosophy major.

[Photo] 20-year old Pitt student owns and runs Vocelli Pizza in Hampton Township

November 18, 2022
Student Government Board at its weekly meeting in Nordy’s Place Tuesday night.

[Photo] SGB talks task force initiatives, student leader stipends

November 16, 2022
Cars parked on a street in Oakland.

[Photo] Faculty, students complain about decade-long parking waitlist, lack of available spots on campus

November 16, 2022
Student Government Board at its weekly meeting in Nordy’s Place Tuesday night.

[Photo] SGB discusses violence prevention, public safety council at weekly meeting

November 9, 2022
Jennette McCurdy speaks to a crowd of Pitt students gathered in the WPU Assembly Room during “An Evening With Jennette McCurdy” hosted by the Pitt Program Council on Thursday evening.

[Photo] ‘The more authentic I can be, the better’: Jennette McCurdy speaks at PPC lecture

November 4, 2022
Jennette McCurdy speaks to a crowd of Pitt students gathered in the WPU Assembly Room during “An Evening With Jennette McCurdy” hosted by the Pitt Program Council on Thursday evening.

[Photo] ‘The more authentic I can be, the better’: Jennette McCurdy speaks at PPC lecture

By Toni Jackson, Staff Writer
November 4, 2022
Student Government Board at its weekly meeting in Nordy’s Place Tuesday night.

[Photo] SGB discusses sexual violence prevention committee at weekly meeting

October 26, 2022
The Cathedral of Learning.

[Photo] ‘Very unsettling’: Students have mixed reactions to Pitt’s response to Cathedral of Learning assault

October 24, 2022
Student Government Board at its weekly meeting in Nordy’s Place Tuesday night.

[Photo] SGB holds chancellor search town hall to gather student input on process

October 19, 2022
Students use a kiosk in the William Pitt Union.

[Photo] Students complain about longer wait times, errors with new kiosk ordering system at on-campus dining locations

October 18, 2022
Pitt faces off against Florida State on Sunday at the Fitzgerald Field House.

[Photo] No. 8 Pitt volleyball handles Florida State with ease, extends win streak to 11

October 16, 2022
Student Government Board at its weekly meeting in Nordy’s Place Tuesday night.

[Photo] SGB talks mental health, mindfulness at weekly meeting

October 12, 2022
Pitt students dance during the Hindu Students Council’s Garba night in the O’Hara ballroom in the O’Hara Student Center on Saturday night.

[Photo] Pitt students enjoy Hindu traditions, dancing at Garba night

By Romita Das, Senior Staff Photographer
October 9, 2022
The archives and special collections exhibit on the third floor of Hillman Library.

[Photo] Inside Hillman Library’s recent collections and exhibitions

October 7, 2022
The archives and special collections exhibit on the third floor of Hillman Library.

[Photo] Inside Hillman Library’s recent collections and exhibitions

By Aoqin Yan, Staff Writer
October 7, 2022
A cappella club Tonal Disruptions practices in the Cathedral of Learning on Thursday night.

[Photo] ‘It's empowerment and teamwork’: A cappella clubs on campus foster community and musicianship

September 30, 2022
Attendees celebrate the construction of the Campus Recreation and Wellness Center outside of Benedum Hall on Thursday.

[Photo] Photos: New Recreation Center groundbreaking ceremony

September 30, 2022
Attendees celebrate the construction of the Campus Recreation and Wellness Center outside of Benedum Hall on Thursday.

[Photo] Photos: New Recreation Center groundbreaking ceremony

By Romita Das, Senior Staff Photographer
September 30, 2022
Angie Cruz, a Pitt English professor, stands in her office in 2020.

[Photo] Pitt English professor’s new novel highlights the power of storytelling

September 27, 2022
Student Government Board at its weekly meeting in Nordy’s place Tuesday night.

[Photo] SGB board vacancy candidates discuss student representation

September 21, 2022
The executive board of the Latinx Student Association.

[Photo] Pitt Latinx clubs celebrate, reflect on Hispanic Heritage Month

September 21, 2022
Julianna Paul holds a pile of her knitting and crochet projects.

[Photo] Knittsburgh: Pitt’s close-knit community

September 14, 2022
A patron visits the “Working Thought” exhibit at the Carnegie Museum of Art in March.

[Photo] Editorial | 5 things to experience this summer in Pittsburgh

By The Pitt News Editorial Board
May 24, 2022
Connor Franta in the William Pitt Union Tuesday night.

[Photo] Connor Franta talks YouTube career, creative endeavors at PPC event

April 20, 2022
Connor Franta in the William Pitt Union Tuesday night.

[Photo] Connor Franta talks YouTube career, creative endeavors at PPC event

By Shreya Singh, Staff Writer
April 20, 2022
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[Photo] Diego Chaves-Gnecco: Caring for all kids

By Alexandra Ross, Senior Staff Writer
April 18, 2022
The BoonSeek food truck on Fifth Avenue.

[Photo] Food For Thought | The Boonseek

April 17, 2022
Patrons wait in line to order from the Totopo Cocina & Cantina food truck at Thursday’s Food Truck Roundup outside of the William Pitt Union.

[Photo] Food trucks bring Pitt community together for a good cause

By Sarah Demchak, Staff Writer
April 14, 2022
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[Photo] DongJo Kim: Food visionary

By Punya Bhasin
April 18, 2022
A recently fired therapy dog who said his life is now “without purpose.” He wishes to remain anonymous.

[Photo] April Fools Edition | Oakland Critters replace therapy dogs in mass firing

April 1, 2022
A patron visits the “Working Thought” exhibit at the Carnegie Museum of Art on Monday.

[Photo] CMOA ‘Working Thought’ exhibit creates conversation about economic disparity, labor

March 15, 2022
A patron visits the “Working Thought” exhibit at the Carnegie Museum of Art on Monday.

[Photo] CMOA ‘Working Thought’ exhibit creates conversation about economic disparity, labor

By Ananya Pathapadu, Staff Writer
March 15, 2022
Pitt’s Career Center in the William Pitt Union.

[Photo] Pitt Career Center hosts summer job, volunteer fair

March 29, 2024
Dancers from the group GT Pulse perform at the 10th annual Dhirana competition at Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hall and Museum on Saturday.

[Photo] 10th annual Dhirana competition explores multiple styles of Indian dance

February 20, 2022
Student Government Board at its weekly meeting in Nordy’s Place on Sept. 21, 2021.

[Photo] Many SGB members decide not to run again after year of ‘nasty comments’

February 16, 2022
A group of six Pitt faculty, students and Center for Creativity staff gather at the Center this past Thursday.

[Photo] C4C encourages writing, performing during One Minute Monologue workshop

February 14, 2022
The Porch in Schenley Plaza.

[Photo] Pitt students search for Pittsburgh date spots this Valentine’s Day

February 8, 2022
Heinz Chapel and the Cathedral of Learning.

[Photo] ‘No motivation’: Students voice opinions on Pitt’s shelter-in-place

January 26, 2022
Student Government Board at its weekly meeting in Nordy’s Place on Sept. 21, 2021.

[Photo] SOCS task force unites underrepresented student orgs

January 10, 2022
A community learning session on the “Relearn Our Land” Initiative in Posvar’s Global Hub last Monday.

[Photo] Student sustainability initiative ‘Relearn Our Land’ connects culture, nature

December 10, 2021
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