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
Megan McCann, a junior communication science and disorders major, travelled to Guam to see her family for the first time in two years.

Students travel overseas to see family after COVID-19 previously delayed travel

By Rashi Ranjan, Staff Writer • January 19, 2021
Megan McCann, along with many other Pitt students, traveled overseas during winter break to see her family after COVID-19 delayed her travel plans from earlier in 2020. “Being back in Guam is so good. I just want to stay forever.”
Bigelow Boulevard reopened on Dec. 24, marking the completion of the almost $24-million project that began in November 2019.

In case you missed it: News from winter break 2020

By Martha Layne, Assistant News Editor • January 19, 2021
While students and staff enjoyed time away from campus at home, things didn’t come to a complete halt on campus. Here are some of the biggest stories from the break so you’re up to date when you get back to campus.
Opinion | Shrink your COVID-19 pod

Opinion | Shrink your COVID-19 pod

By Leah Mensch, Opinions Editor • January 19, 2021
Whether you’re returning to campus now or staying put for the time being, you should think seriously about shrinking your COVID-19 pod.
Students will be able to move back into residence halls in late January or early February if they test negative for COVID-19.

Students concerned about online learning, burnout during spring semester

By Betul Tuncer, Staff Writer • January 18, 2021
As the spring semester begins, many students are preparing for classes and move-in while still being impacted by the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. Students shared their thoughts and concerns regarding housing, classes and other topics about the spring semester.
Pitt adds 16 new COVID-19 cases since Tuesday

Pitt adds 16 new COVID-19 cases since Tuesday

By Jon Moss, Editor-in-Chief • January 15, 2021
Pitt added 16 new COVID-19 cases, composed of 14 students and two employees, between Tuesday and Thursday, with 25 students currently in isolation.
The University-wide shelter-in-place period ended as of 7 a.m. Tuesday morning. 

Pitt releases late January, early February move-in groups

By Martha Layne, Assistant News Editor • January 13, 2021
Pitt students living on campus can plan to move into their dorms beginning in late January, according to a Wednesday afternoon email from Pitt’s COVID Medical Response Office. Residents are grouped into one of four move-in dates — Jan. 29, Jan. 31, Feb. 3 or Feb. 5 — per the latest CMRO guidance.
Pitt adds 20 new COVID-19 cases since Thursday, will release more spring details 'later this week'

Pitt adds 20 new COVID-19 cases since Thursday, will release more spring details ‘later this week’

By Jon Moss, Editor-in-Chief • January 12, 2021
Pitt added 20 new COVID-19 cases, composed of 14 students and six employees, between last Friday and Monday, with 19 students currently in isolation.
The University-wide shelter-in-place period ended as of 7 a.m. Tuesday morning. 

Pitt says students should not travel to campus until further notice

By Rebecca Johnson and Jon Moss • January 8, 2021
Pitt students should not travel to campus yet for the upcoming spring semester due to COVID-19 uncertainty, the University said Friday.
Pitt adds 18 new COVID-19 cases since Tuesday

Pitt adds 18 new COVID-19 cases since Tuesday

By Jon Moss, Editor-in-Chief • January 8, 2021
Pitt added 18 new COVID-19 cases, composed of nine students and nine employees, between Tuesday and Thursday, with 18 students currently in isolation.
The University-wide shelter-in-place period ended as of 7 a.m. Tuesday morning. 

Pitt adds 38 new COVID-19 cases, will release spring plans ‘later this week’

By Jon Moss, Editor-in-Chief • January 5, 2021
With the spring semester approaching, Pitt spokesperson Kevin Zwick said the University will release return to campus plans “later this week.”
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