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
Christmas trees in Schenley Plaza.

‘Christmas Day at Pitt’ gathers community for free meals, clothes and gifts

By Spencer Levering, Senior Staff Writer • December 8, 2023

From holiday decorations to songs from the Salvation Army’s band, Gabby DeMarchi said during Christmas Day at Pitt, “the spirit is there.” “Towers and The Eatery are kind of turned into a little...

Panelists speak during the “Community United in Compassion” event in the University Club on Tuesday afternoon.

‘Community United in Compassion’ asks people to show empathy in times of tragedy

By Spencer Levering, Senior Staff Writer • December 8, 2023
Faculty, staff and students gathered with community members in the University Club on Tuesday afternoon to attend an event titled “Community United in Compassion.” The event featured an open discussion where those in attendance could pose questions to the panelists and share thoughts about the importance of compassion in a community during times of conflict.
Peoples Oakland, located at the corner of Bates and Zulema streets, has provided social and psychiatric rehabilitation services since 1974.

Peoples Oakland offers expansive social services, despite funding challenges

By Jack Troy, Senior Staff Writer • November 10, 2023

JJ Walker frequents Peoples Oakland for its mediation rooms and recovery groups, but to him, the little-known nonprofit at the corner of Bates and Zulema streets is more than a hub for social services.  “The...

Opinion | Pittsburgh is not Pitt’s playground — it’s our community

Opinion | Pittsburgh is not Pitt’s playground — it’s our community

By Livia Daggett, Contributing Editor • August 16, 2023
Settling into a new community doesn’t happen overnight. I’m entering my third year at Pitt, living off campus, have best friends and my partner in the city — yet Pittsburgh feels new to me every day. But Pittsburgh has a way of sneaking up on you until suddenly you realize it’s more home than your hometown.
Editorial | Support local businesses and organizations all year long

Editorial | Support local businesses and organizations all year long

By The Pitt News Editorial Board • June 6, 2023
When the promotional advertisements cease and the spotlight shifts, it is imperative we continue to support a wide variety of local establishments as, at the end of the day, it supports the entire community.
Fireworks over the Cathedral of Learning at Pitt Program Council’s Homecoming Laser and Fireworks show in fall 2021.

Opinion | College homecoming is better than high school

By Emily O'Neil, For The Pitt News • October 5, 2022
Pitt’s homecoming dates back to the 1940s, when students and alumni came together to perform skits, make floats for a parade and elect a homecoming court.
Opinion | Pittsburgh is a city, not just where you go to school

Opinion | Pittsburgh is a city, not just where you go to school

By Dalia Maeroff, Opinions Editor • August 24, 2021
I am begging the Pitt community to realize something I thought I would never have to say — Pittsburgh is a city, not just where you go to school.

VIDEO | One Year Later: Pittsburghers gathered to remember those lost in the Tree of Life attack

October 27, 2019

In remembrance of the victims of the 2018 massacre at the Tree of Life Synagogue, more than 2,000 people traveled Sunday evening to the gathering at Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hall for a community event...

The 9-mile Run Trail in Duck Hollow is a popular destination for runners, hikers and others looking to enjoy the outdoors. (Photos by Thomas Yang | Visual Editor)

Duck Hollow: Pittsburgh’s smallest neighborhood

By Cassidy Power | Staff Writer • April 17, 2018

There’s only one way in and out of Pittsburgh’s smallest neighborhood — a one-lane bridge marred with potholes and streaked with graffiti. Duck Hollow was founded 140 years ago as housing for...

Participants start to run at Pittsburgh Attacks Cancer Together 5K Race and Color Run in Schenley Park. (Photo by Theresa Dickerson | Staff Writer)

Coloring out cancer: Students run for research

By Theresa Dickerson | For The Pitt News • April 15, 2018

Colors flew through the air in Schenley Park this past weekend at the Pittsburgh Attacks Cancer Together’s 5K Race and Color Run. Members of the Pittsburgh community came to support the student-led organization...

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