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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Pitt announced Thursday that it would allow fans to return to Heinz Field to watch the football team’s two remaining home games.

[Photo] Editorial | Allowing students to attend football games is too risky

October 18, 2020
Pitt’s Student Government Board introduced a resolution demanding the creation of a mandatory three-credit Black studies at Tuesday night’s virtual meeting.

[Photo] SGB introduces resolution supporting mandatory Black studies class

October 14, 2020
Pitt’s cross country team got an early start to training on campus this season due to schedule adjustments relating to the COVID-19 pandemic.

[Photo] Pitt cross country ready to hit the ground running

October 7, 2020
Pitt’s Mental Health Awareness Month officially started on Oct. 1.

[Photo] Mental Health Awareness Month focuses on helping students through pandemic

October 7, 2020
James Conner runs onto the field during the 2016 homecoming game.

[Photo] Ranking Pitt’s football uniform rotation

September 24, 2020
Pitt will no longer use the gendered titles homecoming king and queen.

[Photo] Pitt removes “antiquated” gendered homecoming king and queen titles

September 24, 2020
Pitt announced it won’t have any spectators in the stands for at least the first three games of the season, in compliance with Pennsylvania’s health guidelines during the COVID-19 pandemic.

[Photo] Pitt football season-ticket holders prepare for a new game day experience this fall

September 1, 2020
The Panthers say they are working on attendance plans, and will announce them “very soon.”

[Photo] Panthers, Steelers won’t have fans at September home games

August 27, 2020
The 10A is an iconic fixture on campus.

[Photo] Editorial | Top 10 mask patterns Pitt should distribute

August 27, 2020
Coming off of its first NCAA Tournament appearance in 54 years, Pitt men’s soccer is flying high and eager to build off of its breakthrough 2020 season.

[Photo] Men’s soccer pauses team activities for COVID-19 protocols

October 28, 2020
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[Photo] Educational Policies Committee talks diversity requirements, classroom capacities

July 21, 2020
Former Pitt guard Jamel Artis took the court Tuesday Night in The Basketball Tournament championship game.

[Photo] Former Panther Artis comes up empty in TBT championship, despite strong performance

July 14, 2020
A housing cart in the Schenley Quadrangle.

[Photo] Pitt launches direct-to-dorm shipping program for fall move-in

July 13, 2020
Fuel and Fuddle will remain open for takeout.

[Photo] Oakland restaurants adjust to on-site alcohol serving restrictions

July 7, 2020
Pitt volleyball's seniors missed their last opportunity to make it to the NCAA volleyball championship last season with the team’s loss to Cincinnati.

[Photo] Amid uncertainties, Pitt volleyball aims to build off historic season in 2020

July 7, 2020
The theater arts department has yet to decide whether this year’s Pitt Stages shows will take place in person or be moved to a virtual platform due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

[Photo] Pitt Stages to produce live theater this fall

July 20, 2020
Provost Ann Cudd announced on April 14 that the “Year of” theme for the 2020-21 academic year would be the “Year of Engagement.”

[Photo] ‘A pivotal year’: Preparations underway for the Year of Engagement

July 20, 2020
Pitt selected Compass Group, a British multinational food service company, in March as its new single-source dining contractor beginning July 1.

[Photo] New dining contractor working to ‘re-envision’ dining at Pitt

July 23, 2020
Chancellor Patrick Gallagher at a Senate Council meeting.

[Photo] Pitt establishes reopening postures for the fall, amidst pandemic

By Jon Moss, Editor-in-Chief
June 30, 2020
Pitt currently has a contract with Outlier to offer Calculus I and Intro to Psychology for credit throughout the summer.

[Photo] Op-ed | A word of caution to students about Outlier courses

June 16, 2020
The Three Rivers Art Festival will occur entirely online due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

[Photo] Three Rivers Arts Festival brings Pittsburghers together digitally

June 9, 2020
The incumbent candidate, Mike Doyle, won the Democratic nomination for Pennsylvania’s 18th Congressional District.

[Photo] Doyle keeps seat, fends off challenger Dickinson

June 2, 2020
Major Pittsburgh Pride celebrations have been postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

[Photo] Staff Picks: Shows and movies for Pride Month

June 2, 2020
Pitt’s budget, which reached nearly $2.4 billion in fiscal year 2020, is composed of three separate, smaller budgets.

[Photo] Pitt’s budget and endowment, explained

By Jon Moss, Editor-in-Chief
May 22, 2020
A lack of events due to COVID-19 has caused business to slow down at Gidas Flowers and many other businesses around Oakland.

[Photo] Oakland businesses work to chart path forward in yellow phase

May 19, 2020
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Pittsburgh’s two main Pride celebrations have been pushed back until the fall.

[Photo] Pittsburgh pride celebrations moved to fall

May 19, 2020
Pitt will not renew its contract with on-campus shuttle contractor Lenzner Coach Lines, instead signing with Pittsburgh Transportation Group.

[Photo] Pitt signs with new on-campus shuttle provider

May 19, 2020
Provost Ann Cudd, right, and James Martin II co-chair the Task Force on Reimagining Pitt Education.

[Photo] Pitt task force planning fall semester classes and housing amid pandemic

May 12, 2020
Chancellor Patrick Gallagher said Friday that the University will offer guidance to the community in early June and again in early July.

[Photo] Pitt establishes task forces, working groups to plan fall semester

By Jon Moss, Editor-in-Chief
May 4, 2020
Many students are still working jobs that are considered essential.

[Photo] No days off for Pitt students working essential jobs

April 19, 2020
City police filed two criminal charges against a Clairton man in connection to the fatal April 1 shooting on Meyran Avenue.

[Photo] Police arrest, charge man in Meyran Avenue shooting case

April 16, 2020
The Petersen Events Center was once a major filming location of “Warrior,” a film that features some of the biggest stars in Hollywood.

[Photo] Cast and crew of “Warrior” remember filming at Pitt

April 15, 2020
The Pitt Pantry continues to assist students during the COVID-19 pandemic after temporarily closing its space in Bellefield Presbyterian Church.

[Photo] Pitt Pantry continues to aid students, community despite closure

April 15, 2020
Pitt has extended its free 30-minute-ride HealthyRide program from only first years to students still living in on-campus housing through the end of April.

[Photo] Pitt offers on-campus students free Healthy Rides through April

April 14, 2020
Sodexo will lay off hundreds of dining workers by the end of its contract on June 30.

[Photo] Sodexo to lay off more than 700 workers as contract expires

April 12, 2020
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[Photo] The Sexy Times | Low Libidos

November 8, 2020
The University of Pittsburgh Women’s Choral Ensemble performs at the Sounds of Pitt Homecoming Concert in Heinz Memorial Chapel in 2018.

[Photo] European staycation: Choral groups grappling after cancelled performance tours

April 1, 2020
Sodexo laid off a majority of its workers without pay over spring break, when Pitt adjusted its dining services due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Market Central and The Perch, the two dining halls on campus, remain closed.

[Photo] Pitt to compensate laid off dining workers who are students

April 17, 2020
City police responded to a vehicle accident involving a motorcycle around 4:40 p.m. at the corner of Louisa Street and Meyran Avenue.

[Photo] Greensburg man dead after Oakland motorcycle collision

March 25, 2020
Even though in-person programs such as drop-in hours and Let’s Talk have been suspended, Pitt’s Counseling Center provides students with access to Therapy Assistance Online, a resource with interactive therapy programs.

[Photo] University responds to pandemic’s effect on mental health

March 25, 2020
Last Friday, Nintendo released “Animal Crossing: New Horizons” for the Nintendo Switch.

[Photo] Running a town in quarantine: 'Animal Crossing: New Horizons'

March 25, 2020
The University’s first documented COVID-19 case emerged from a student living in Holland Hall.

[Photo] Pitt to not publicly announce future COVID-19 cases due to community spread

March 23, 2020
Various Oakland restaurants remain open for delivery and carry-out orders.

[Photo] Oakland restaurants open for take out during coronavirus regulations

March 18, 2020
Pitt announced on Tuesday that it will not renew its contract with Sodexo.

[Photo] Editorial: Pitt’s new dining contract shows the importance of listening to students

March 17, 2020
In a move encouraging social distancing, Pitt has cancelled all in-person classes.

[Photo] Editorial: Students, it’s time to take social distancing seriously

March 15, 2020
A student swiping into Market Central.

[Photo] Pitt to temporarily shutter dining halls as classes move online

By Jon Moss, News Editor
March 11, 2020
Sophomore guard Xavier Johnson (1) at last year’s matchup against Syracuse at the Pete.

[Photo] Pitt to stifle Syracuse stars on senior night

February 25, 2020
Port Authority announced last Tuesday that a few more bus lines will operate on the weekend, starting March 15.

[Photo] Editorial: 93 bus line needed on weekends for Pitt populace

February 23, 2020
In reading Pitt’s press release, the NCAA’s public announcement and its full violation document, former Pitt men’s basketball coach Kevin Stallings’ name is not mentioned.

[Photo] Unpacking the silly and the serious in Pitt’s NCAA violations

February 21, 2020
The Pitt Pantry shares the excess food that it receives with Pitt Foodshare. The extra donated food is available to any student.

[Photo] Facebook group helps eliminate on-campus food waste

February 17, 2020
Rep. Conor Lamb, D-17, criticized a bill that would impose a nationwide ban on fracking by 2025 in a letter to House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, voicing concern that the proposal would take jobs away from many hard working people in Pennsylvania.

[Photo] Editorial: Eliminating fracking: Lamb is out of line

February 16, 2020
Pitt men’s basketball has repaired Pitt fans’ relationship with our athletic teams.

[Photo] Pitt sports teams as past partners

February 13, 2020
A Pitt student filed a housing discrimination complaint against the University in September 2019.

[Photo] Pitt, FHP to discuss housing discrimination allegation

February 10, 2020
Panthers head coach Pat Narduzzi called the NCAA "nonexistent" in his Zoom press conference Monday

[Photo] Narduzzi discusses COVID concerns, Jaylen Twyman opt-out, and Joey Yellen waiver at latest presser

August 19, 2020
Maggie and Stella’s should run a Super Bowl commercial even though nobody asked them to.

[Photo] Editorial: Top 10 places in Oakland that deserve a Super Bowl commercial

January 30, 2020
The Allegheny County Health Department cited Las Palmas #2 for one low-risk health code violation Tuesday.

[Photo] Las Palmas cited for health violation

January 30, 2020
A sign from the Druids was hung outside Posvar Hall in 2016.

[Photo] Druids establish not-so-secret social media presence

January 31, 2020
Despite being located outside of Oakland, Hofbräuhaus was voted “Best Of” 2019 in several categories, including beer, college night and 21st birthday spot.

[Photo] College night, but make it German: Hofbrauhaus wins best college night deal

January 29, 2020
The Oakland Planning and Development Corporation has created the Oakland Community Survey for residents to give input about changes they want to see in their neighborhood.

[Photo] It’s a beautiful day to survey the neighborhood

January 26, 2020
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[Photo] Opinion | When exercise isn’t stress relief

January 20, 2020
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[Photo] Pitt student dead after being hit by Port Authority bus on Fifth Avenue

January 18, 2020
In Matt Canada’s one season overseeing the Pitt offense, the Panthers set a school record by averaging 42 points per game.

[Photo] Former Pitt offensive coordinator Matt Canada hired by Steelers

January 16, 2020
The Port Authority of Allegheny County announced that it would host a series of public meetings to talk about upcoming projects within the communities that will be affected by them.

[Photo] Port Authority to host community discussions across county

January 15, 2020
The Womens’ March has faced criticism for relying too heavily on female genitalia to demand equality.

[Photo] Editorial: It’s too late to fix the Women’s March

January 12, 2020
Daniel Hinkson, the program director of Pitt’s Graduate School of Public Health in the Department of Infectious Diseases, filed a civil complaint against the University for allegedly discriminating against him on the basis of disability.

[Photo] Pitt disability lawsuit settled by mediator

May 17, 2020
The family of late Pittsburgh rapper Mac Miller has announced that an album titled “Circles” that Miller was “well into the process of recording” at the time of his death in September 2018 will be released on Jan. 17.

[Photo] Mac Miller album to be released posthumously

January 8, 2020
The MassMutual ice rink is constructed at PPG Palace every year to last until March. .

[Photo] Opinion | A final semester bucket list before you graduate with regrets

January 5, 2020
Then-seniors Qadree Ollison (30) and Darrin Hall (22) shake hands after Hall surprises Ollison with a game ball on Senior Day — a celebration of the seniors at their last home game — after the Panthers defeated the Hokies Saturday.

[Photo] Remembering Pitt’s finest final moments

December 8, 2019
Retail therapy, especially sifting through clothes at a thrift store like Thriftsburgh, can be a good way to destress between tests.

[Photo] Opinion | Refuel without repercussions

December 8, 2019
The Pitt News was founded in 1910 and has been publishing daily since the 1970s.

[Photo] Bras, Druids, 7-Eleven: Our most-read stories of the decade

December 9, 2019
Remember that time a guy got stuck between the walls of Qdoba and Brugger’s? That was when college was still fun and exciting.

[Photo] Editorial: Top 10 things that happened in Pittsburgh this decade

December 6, 2019
The Pitt faculty union organizers will have another chance to prove interest in a union election in four months.

[Photo] Faculty union organizers earn second chance to prompt union election

December 6, 2019
Celebrating the holidays with an experience, like going to Phipps, instead of a gift is a memorable way to make your friends feel appreciated.

[Photo] Editorial: Buy sustainable this holiday season

December 4, 2019
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[Photo] Op-Ed | What’s missing from Pitt’s pandemic planning? A Faculty Union

July 23, 2020
Multiple club leaders received an email from Pitt’s Student Organization Resource Center last Friday prohibiting the groups from practicing in the open spaces in Posvar Hall after some students complained of noise.

[Photo] Pitt offers new practice spaces after Posvar ban

November 21, 2019
Market Thanksgiving is an annual Pitt tradition held before Thanksgiving break.

[Photo] How Market Thanksgiving comes together

November 18, 2019
The Las Palmas restaurant received 13 health violations from the Allegheny County Health Department Thursday.

[Photo] Las Palmas receives 13 health code violations

November 14, 2019
Charges of strangulation and assault against Pitt student Grace Hall were dropped on Thursday.

[Photo] Assault, strangulation charges against Pitt student dismissed

November 14, 2019
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[Photo] Pitt announces new vice chancellor for Health Sciences

By Benjamin Nigrosh, Assistant News Editor
January 7, 2020
An attempted robbery was conducted on Bruegger’s Bagels on Forbes Avenue on Monday afternoon.

[Photo] Man flees Bruegger’s after attempted robbery

November 12, 2019
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[Photo] Board committee nominates two trustees for vice chairperson

December 16, 2020
You don’t need roads if you walk everywhere.

[Photo] Editorial: Top 10 roads Pitt should close along with Bigelow

November 7, 2019
Thriftsburgh is a student-operated thrift store located in the O’Hara Student Center.

[Photo] College Compass: Fashion advice for student life

October 31, 2019
The USDA recently proposed changes to the Supplemental Nutrition Program that could reduce access to food stamps and similar services.

[Photo] Federal food stamp changes could impact Pittsburgh, Pitt students

October 28, 2019
City police wrongfully arrested a man Wednesday for last Friday’s robbery at the Jimmy John’s on Forbes Avenue.

[Photo] Police withdraw charges after making arrest in Jimmy John’s robbery

October 24, 2019
Students study in Hillman Library.

[Photo] College Compass | Do's and Don'ts of taking an 18-credit semester

October 18, 2019
Head coach Jay Vidovich came to Pitt in 2015 after an illustrious career at Wake Forest where he served as an assistant coach from 1986-93 and then as head coach from 1994-2014.

[Photo] Panthers soccer slowly catching up to ACC competition

October 16, 2019
University of Pittsburgh faculty unionizers at the People’s Pride parade in June 2018.

[Photo] Part 2 | A look at the back-and-forth between Pitt, faculty union organizers

October 17, 2019
Chancellor Patrick Gallagher announced in a Tuesday email that the University would be implementing a community-driven response following the Association of American Universities 17-page report examining the current state of sexual assault and misconduct on campus.

[Photo] Survey results highlight misconduct, sexual assault on campus

October 16, 2019
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[Photo] Unpacking Pitt’s appeal as a campaign stop for 2020 candidates

October 9, 2019
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[Photo] Police arrest Pitt student for aggravated assault

September 30, 2019
Pitt students line up to register to vote outside the William Pitt Union.

[Photo] Voting groups work to register students before Oct. 7 deadline

September 29, 2019
Faculty union organizers are still hopeful they’ll be able to hold a vote.

[Photo] PLRB rules Pitt faculty union eligibility list was ‘factually and legally inaccurate’

June 26, 2020
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