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

Pamela Smith, Managing Editor

Hello! My name is Pam and I am the managing editor of The Pitt News. For the last two years I was the visual editor; this is my fourth and final year with TPN. I am a senior English Writing and History/Philosophy of Science double major. I love photographing sports, cultural events and portraits, and sometimes I write news stories.

All content by Pamela Smith
Pamela Smith, managing editor.

Column | In the blink of an eye, in the click of a shutter

By Pamela Smith, Managing Editor
April 20, 2024
Redshirt junior running back Derrick Davis Jr. (34) runs on the field during Pitt football’s Blue-Gold Game on Saturday afternoon at Acrisure Stadium.

Photos: Pitt football returns to Acrisure for Blue-Gold Spring Game

By Pamela Smith, Kaylee Uribe, Nate Yonamine, and Bronco York
April 17, 2024
Redshirt sophomore catcher KK Esparza celebrates a home run during Friday evening’s game against Louisville at Vartabedian Field.

Photos: Pitt softball falters against Louisville

By Pamela Smith, Contributing Editor
April 1, 2024
PDM’s executive board reacts to the reveal of the grand fundraising total of $357,084.52 to benefit UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh.

Photos: Pitt Dance Marathon raises $357,084.52 for UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh

By Ethan Shulman, Pamela Smith, Alex Jurkuta, and Bhaskar Chakrabarti
March 25, 2024
Senior defender Abby Thorne (5) defends a Boston College player at Highmark Stadium Saturday afternoon.

Photos: Women’s lacrosse loses 3-19 to Boston College

By Pamela Smith, Contributing Editor
February 26, 2024
A Pitt wrestler fights for hand control during Friday evening’s match against Virginia Tech in the Fitzgerald Field House.

Photos: Pitt Wrestling loses to Virginia Tech 12-26

By Pamela Smith, Contributing Editor
February 18, 2024
Senior forward Liatu King (2) reaches for the ball during Thursday’s game against Florida State at the Petersen Events Center.

Photos: Women’s basketball falls to Florida State

By Pamela Smith, Contributing Editor
February 9, 2024
Heading North performs at “Live from Oakland: Genesis” in Atwood Church on Saturday night.

Photos: “Live from Oakland: Genesis” at Atwood Church

By Pamela Smith and Ethan Shulman
February 5, 2024
Redshirt junior forward William Jeffress (24) dunks during Wednesday night's game against Wake Forest in the Petersen Events Center.

Photos: Pitt men’s basketball defeats Wake Forest 77-72

By Pamela Smith, Contributing Editor
January 31, 2024
Austin James (Troy Bolton) and TyMariya Moss (Gabriella Montez) rehearse a scene in Randall Theatre on Saturday morning.

Photos: “We’re All in This Together” – 24-hour production of “High School Musical Jr.”

By Ethan Shulman, Pamela Smith, Alex Jurkuta, Bronco York, and Kaylee Uribe
January 22, 2024
Members of Theta Phi Alpha embrace during Sunday afternoon’s Bid Day on Soldiers and Sailors Lawn.

Photos: Sororities gather on Soldiers and Sailors Lawn for Bid Day

By Pamela Smith, Managing Editor
January 22, 2024
Pitt gymnastics team members celebrate after a beam routine during Saturday’s meet against the Kent State Gold Flashes at the Fitzgerald Field House.

Pitt gymnastics falls to Kent State

By Pamela Smith, Contributing Editor
January 15, 2024
The Pitt Panthers celebrate a score Washington State in the Fitzgerald Field House on Thursday.

Photos: Pitt defeats Washington State in third round of NCAA tournament.

By Pamela Smith, Contributing Editor
December 8, 2023
Sophomore guard Marley Washenitz (11) defends during the game against Saint Francis at the Petersen Events Center on Wednesday night.

Photos: Pitt women’s basketball defeats Saint Francis 87-62

By Pamela Smith, Contributing Editor
December 1, 2023
A Pitt soccer player runs with the ball during the match against JMU at Ambrose Urbanic Field on Thursday night.

Photos: Pitt falls to JMU 3-2

By Pamela Smith, Contributing Editor
November 17, 2023

Pitt Falls To JMU 3-2

By Pamela Smith, Contributing Editor
November 17, 2023
Redshirt senior wide receiver Bub Means (0) catches a pass for a touchdown during Saturday evening's game against FSU at Acrisure Stadium.

Photos: FSU defeats Pitt football 24-7

By Ethan Shulman and Pamela Smith
November 4, 2023
More than 300 students and community members gathered at Forbes and Bigelow for a rally in support of Palestine on Thursday afternoon.

Photos: Rally in support of Palestine on Forbes and Bigelow on Thursday, Oct. 19

By Pamela Smith, Contributing Editor
October 19, 2023
Redshirt Sophomore Christian Veilleux (11) leads the Pitt Band in the Victory Song following Saturday night's win against Louisville at Acrisure Stadium.

Photos: Pitt Football beats Louisville 38-21

By Pamela Smith and Lucas Zheng
October 15, 2023
Sophomore Defender Jackson Gilman competes for a header during Friday night's match against UNC at the Petersen Sports Complex.

Photos: Pitt Men’s Soccer draws UNC 0-0

By Pamela Smith, Contributing Editor
September 30, 2023
A member of Pitt's Swimming & Diving team mid stroke during a meet against Army on Friday in Trees Hall.

Photos: Pitt Swim’s opening meet against Army

By Pamela Smith, Contributing Editor
September 25, 2023
Roc the Panther sits defeated on the sidelines during the fourth quarter of the Backyard Brawl at Mountaineer Field Saturday night.

Photos: Pitt loses to WVU 17-6 in Backyard Brawl

By Ethan Shulman and Pamela Smith
September 18, 2023
Members of the Boilermakers Local 154 union march in the holiday parade

Pittsburgh’s Labor Day Parade

By Pamela Smith, Contributing Editor
September 4, 2023
(Left) Betul Tuncer and Pamela Smith.

Meet the editors: The Chiefs

By Betul Tuncer and Pamela Smith
August 29, 2023

Photos: 103rd Lantern Night

By Nate Yonamine and Pamela Smith
August 29, 2023
7 places to cool off with ice cream this semester

7 places to cool off with ice cream this semester

By Pamela Smith, Editor-in-Chief
August 27, 2023
Redshirt senior linebacker Shayne Simon (32) practices tackling at Pitt football training camp on Friday.

Photos: Pitt football training camp 2023

By Pamela Smith, Contributing Editor
August 4, 2023
Chancellor Joan Gabel at a press conference on April 3.

Chancellor Joan Gabel discusses Pitt’s future during her first week in office

By Pamela Smith, Editor-in-Chief
July 20, 2023
Furries at the Fursuit Parade at Anthrocon outside of the David L. Lawrence Convention Center on July 1.

Photos | 2023 Anthrocon

By Pamela Smith and Nate Yonamine
July 6, 2023
A Pogopalooza participant jumps over a bar on a pogo stick and poses in the air in Market Square Friday evening.

Photos: Pogopalooza takes over Market Square

By Pamela Smith, Contributing Editor
June 28, 2023
Phoebe Bridgers of Boygenius sings onstage at Stage AE Tuesday night.

Review | Boygenius captivates audience at Stage AE

By Pamela Smith, Editor-in-Chief
June 22, 2023
Beaded friendship bracelets worn by Taylor Swift fans outside of Acrisure Stadium before Swift’s performance on June 17.

‘So special’: Taylor Swift fans flock to ‘Swiftsburgh’ by the thousands

By Pamela Smith, Editor-in-Chief
June 20, 2023
The 2023 Pittsburgh Pride Parade on the Andy Warhol on Saturday.

Photos: Thousands attend 2023 Pittsburgh Pride March Downtown

By Pamela Smith and Nate Yonamine
June 3, 2023
Rowan Wolff exits Posvar Hall through the accessible entrance.

‘Tired and frustrated’: Students with disabilities express concerns with Pitt’s accessibility, Disability Resources and Services

By Madilyn Cianci and Pamela Smith
April 20, 2023
Zachary Horton: Changing the game

Zachary Horton: Changing the game

By Pamela Smith, Visual Editor
April 16, 2023
Sophomore Ava Washington runs out during Friday’s game against Notre Dame at Highmark Stadium.

Pitt lacrosse falls to Notre Dame 6-17 on Friday

By Nate Yonamine and Pamela Smith
April 16, 2023
A fan waves a flag at the Pitt football spring game at Acrisure Stadium.

Photos: Pitt football Blue and Gold Spring Game

By Pamela Smith and Hannah Wilson
April 15, 2023
Students participate in a "die-in" protest in front of the Cathedral of Learning Friday afternoon.

Photos: Pitt students protest delay in emergency alerts during hoax active shooter threat

By Pamela Smith, Visual Editor
April 14, 2023
Pitt Dance Marathon staff members share the total fundraising amount: $340,151.23.

Pitt Dance Marathon raises more than $340K for UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh

By Pamela Smith, Ethan Shulman, Nate Yonamine, and Jonathan Guo
March 26, 2023
A protester shouts into a megaphone at a protest against the University for allowing Cabot Phillips and other "anti-trans" speakers to hold events on campus.

Photos: Students protest Cabot Phillips event

By Pamela Smith and Amaya Lobato
March 24, 2023
The Cathedral of Learning.

‘Disability is inevitable’: CGS adds new Disability Studies certificate

By Pamela Smith, Contributing Editor
February 3, 2023
Student Government Board at its weekly meeting in Nordy’s Place Tuesday night.

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

By Pamela Smith, Contributing Editor
December 7, 2022
Student Government Board at its weekly meeting in Nordy’s Place Tuesday night.

SGB approves ad hoc committee against sexual misconduct, introduces bills at weekly meeting

By Pamela Smith, Contributing Editor
November 30, 2022
Student Government Board at its weekly meeting in Nordy’s Place Tuesday night.

SGB talks task force initiatives, student leader stipends

By Pamela Smith, Contributing Editor
November 16, 2022
Student Government Board at its weekly meeting in Nordy’s Place Tuesday night.

SGB discusses violence prevention, public safety council at weekly meeting

By Pamela Smith, Contributing Editor
November 9, 2022
Sophomore running back Rodney Hammond Jr. (6) waves after Pitt football defeated Syracuse at Acrisure Stadium Saturday evening.

Photos: Pitt football defeats Syracuse

By Colleen Nguyen, Pamela Smith, and Nate Yonamine
November 5, 2022
Former president Barack Obama is hugged by supporters after speaking at a rally for Democratic senate candidate John Fetterman in Schenley Plaza Saturday afternoon.

Photos: Fetterman, Obama rally in Schenley Plaza

By Pamela Smith, Visual Editor
November 5, 2022
SGB discusses committee plans, debates allocations

SGB discusses committee plans, debates allocations

By Pamela Smith, Contributing Editor
November 2, 2022
Community members mourn the lives lost in the Tree of Life shooting during a ceremony in Schenley Park on Thursday afternoon.

‘Their light remains here with us all’: Tree of Life victims remembered four years later

By Pamela Smith, Contributing Editor
October 28, 2022
Student Government Board at its weekly meeting in Nordy’s Place Tuesday night.

SGB discusses sexual violence prevention committee at weekly meeting

By Pamela Smith, Contributing Editor
October 25, 2022
Student Government Board at its weekly meeting in Nordy’s Place Tuesday night.

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

By Pamela Smith, Contributing Editor
October 18, 2022
Student Government Board at its weekly meeting in Nordy’s Place Tuesday night.

SGB talks mental health, mindfulness at weekly meeting

By Pamela Smith, Contributing Editor
October 12, 2022
Junior running back Israel Abanikanda (2) celebrates after a touchdown against Virginia Tech at Acrisure Stadium Saturday evening.

Photos: Homecoming 2022

By Pamela Smith and Hannah Wilson
October 8, 2022
A student raises a sign during a protest against sexual violence in the Cathedral of Learning Friday afternoon.

Photos: Students protest sexual violence on campus

By Pamela Smith, Visual Editor
October 7, 2022
Student Government Board at their weekly meeting in Nordy’s Place Tuesday night.

SGB promotes mental health awareness at weekly meeting

By Pamela Smith, Contributing Editor
October 5, 2022
Student Government Board at its first meeting of the semester at Nordy’s Place on Sept. 6.

SGB, board candidates reflect on appointment process

By Pamela Smith, Contributing Editor
October 4, 2022
Student Government Board at its weekly meeting in Nordy’s Place Tuesday night.

SGB approves new board member, talks financial wellness

By Pamela Smith, Contributing Editor
September 27, 2022
Redshirt junior defensive back M.J. Devonshire (12) prevents a completed pass to a URI wide receiver during Pitt football's game against Rhode Island Saturday afternoon.

Photos: Pitt football vs. URI

By Jonathan Guo, Ethan Shulman, and Pamela Smith
September 24, 2022
SGB appoints Ryan Young to board vacancy

SGB appoints Ryan Young to board vacancy

By Pamela Smith, Contributing Editor
September 21, 2022
Student Government Board at its weekly meeting in Nordy’s place Tuesday night.

SGB board vacancy candidates discuss student representation

By Pamela Smith, Contributing Editor
September 21, 2022
The Cathedral of Learning.

Pitt announces committee that will select next chancellor

By Allison Radziwon and Pamela Smith
September 21, 2022
SGB members at a public interview session in the WPU on Friday evening.

Candidates for SGB board vacancy talk diversity, inclusion in interview

By Pamela Smith, Contributing Editor
September 18, 2022
Student Government Board at its weekly meeting in Nordy’s place Tuesday evening.

SGB seeks student input on board member opening, shares plans for ad-hoc committees

By Pamela Smith, Contributing Editor
September 14, 2022
Sophomore running back Rodney Hammond Jr. (6) scores a touchdown during the Backyard Brawl Thursday night.

Photos: Pitt defeats WVU 38-31

By Pamela Smith and Hannah Wilson
September 2, 2022
Students yell and grab freshman wide receiver Myles Alston (20) as they celebrate Pitt football's win over West Virginia on Sept. 1, 2022.

Photos: Pitt celebrates Backyard Brawl victory

By Clare Sheedy and Pamela Smith
September 1, 2022
Jaime Ely, multimedia editor, and Pamela Smith and Clare Sheedy, visual editors.

Meet the Editors: Visuals, Multimedia and Layout

By Anna Ehlers, Jaime Ely, Clare Sheedy, and Pamela Smith
August 31, 2022
Bank accounts, dining and more: SGB members talk plans for academic year

Bank accounts, dining and more: SGB members talk plans for academic year

By Pamela Smith, Contributing Editor
August 26, 2022
Parents and students near The Eatery during Pitt Arrival Sunday afternoon.

Photos: Thousands of Pitt students move in before start of classes

By Pamela Smith, Visual Editor
August 22, 2022
Pennsylvania Republican gubernatorial candidate Doug Mastriano and his wife Rebbeca Mastriano at a rally Friday evening.

Photos: Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis endorses Doug Mastriano

By Pamela Smith, Visual Editor
August 19, 2022
‘Variety of meal options’: Dining with a meal plan at Pitt

‘Variety of meal options’: Dining with a meal plan at Pitt

By Pamela Smith, Contributing Editor
August 9, 2022
Monday’s Development Activities meeting to discuss Parcel “A” of Oakland Crossings.

Walnut Capital, Oakland community discuss Parcel ‘A’

By Pamela Smith, Contributing Editor
July 12, 2022
Pamela Smith, Contributing Editor Tuesday’s planning commission meeting.

Planning Commission talks historic buildings, renovations

By Pamela Smith, Contributing Editor
June 29, 2022
Monday’s Oakland Crossings meeting over Zoom.

Councilman, Oakland residents discuss Oakland Crossing bill amendments

By Pamela Smith, Contributing Editor
June 14, 2022
The last Senate Council meeting of the year on Thursday.

Senate Council recaps academic year, SGB discusses plans for fall

By Pamela Smith, Contributing Editor
May 24, 2022
Quarterback Kedon Slovis (9) looks to throw the ball during the Blue vs. Gold spring football game on Saturday.

Photos: Blue vs. Gold spring football game

By Pamela Smith, Visual Editor
April 10, 2022
People silently listen to speakers at a rally Downtown in support of Ukraine on Sunday evening.

‘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.

Photos: Protest against Russian invasion of Ukraine

By Pamela Smith, Visual Editor
February 25, 2022
Photos: President Biden discusses infrastructure following Frick Park bridge collapse

Photos: President Biden discusses infrastructure following Frick Park bridge collapse

By Jon Moss, Pamela Smith, and Clare Sheedy
January 28, 2022
Pitt fans cheer during Saturday evening’s ACC Championship Game at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Photos: ACC Championship Game Fans

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

Photos: ACC Championship Game

By Pamela Smith, Visual Editor
December 4, 2021
Pitt alumnus Tony Lupinetti (left) and former Pitt football player Troy Washington (right) pose at the ACC Fan Fest on Saturday afternoon.

Photos: ACC Football Fan Fest

By Pamela Smith, Visual Editor
December 4, 2021
A member of Pitt band cheers in anticipation of “Sweet Caroline” during the Pitt vs. UNC game last Thursday.

‘We all work together’: Behind the scenes with Pitt band

By Pamela Smith, Visual Editor
November 17, 2021
Redshirt senior offensive lineman Owen Drexel (60) celebrates during Thursday evening’s football game vs. UNC.

Photos: Football vs. UNC

By Patrick Cavanagh, Pamela Smith, and Hannah Wilson
November 12, 2021
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
Clemson safety Nolan Turner (24) tackles Shocky Jacques-Louis (81), a first-year wide receiver, at Heinz Field on Saturday.

Photos: Clemson football game

By Pamela Smith, Visual Editor
October 24, 2021
Photos: Heinz Field during Pitt football vs. UMass

Photos: Heinz Field during Pitt football vs. UMass

By Pamela Smith, Visual Editor
September 7, 2021
Photos: Pitt football vs. UMass

Photos: Pitt football vs. UMass

By Pamela Smith, Visual Editor
September 7, 2021
Pictured left to right, Nathaniel Kohler, Shruti Talekar, Caela Go and Pamela Smith are the multimedia, layout and visual editors for the 2021-22 academic year.

Meet the editors: Visual and Layout

By Pamela Smith, Caela Go, Nathaniel Kohler, and Shruti Talekar
August 26, 2021
Photos: Climate strike on Flagstaff Hill

Photos: Climate strike on Flagstaff Hill

By Pamela Smith, Staff Photographer
March 21, 2021
Photos: Pete Buttigieg in Schenley Plaza

Photos: Pete Buttigieg in Schenley Plaza

By Pamela Smith, Staff Photographer
November 1, 2020
Photos: People’s Pride 2020 march

Photos: People’s Pride 2020 march

By Sarah Cutshall and Pamela Smith
October 11, 2020
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