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Who Asked? // Is it better not to know?

By Brynn Murawski, Staff Writer • March 21, 2025

This installment of Who Asked? by staff writer Brynn Murawski confronts our insatiable desire to know what’s going to happen.

Upperclassmen share their favorite study areas on campus, advice for securing a spot

By Anna Kuntz, Senior Staff Writer • August 8, 2024

With a large study body, it can be difficult to find the optimal study environment and even harder to guarantee that it will be available when it’s time to hit the books. With a new school year upon us, upperclassmen shared their study preferences and gave advice on how to secure a spot.

Pitt professors give academic advice for first-year students

By Emma Hannan, Staff Writer • August 7, 2024

In addition to being away from home for the first time and making new friends, first-year students also have to adjust to college classes. Pitt professors spoke about ways students can set themselves up for academic success.

Opinion | Professors need to be more considerate of mental health

By Kelly Xiong, Staff Columnist • October 31, 2022

During the pandemic, teachers experienced a high rate of burnout, among other challenges. However, they still shouldn’t put unfair expectations on students.

Pitt Athletics academic support staff embraces new normal during pandemic

By Alex Lehmbeck, Sports Editor • November 18, 2020

At the Academic Center, Pitt’s athletes can study with their teammates, work one-on-one with tutors and speak to Pitt’s student-athlete academic counselors about their degree paths.

Summer classes serve several purposes

By Justin Fekete | For The Pitt News • May 30, 2018

After final exams week for the spring term ends, most students feel they will get along fine without looking at a syllabus or opening another textbook until August. Many start preparing for internships,...

Grade on performance, not attendance

By Cecile Truong / Columnist • September 16, 2015

After three weeks of class, you’re probably fairly acquainted with your new professors. Some do not care if you show up to class, but others require you to be there every time to earn an A. Both types...