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The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

The Pitt News

The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

The Pitt News

Houston Texans quarterback Matt Leinart (11) hands the ball to wide receiver Dorin Dickerson (19) in the second quarter against the Minnesota Vikings at Mall of America Field in Minneapolis, Minnesota, on Thursday, September 1, 2011. The Vikings defeated the Texans, 28-0. (McKenna Ewen/Minneapolis Star Tribune/MCT)

Former Pitt tight end Dorin Dickerson shines in sports media career

By Aidan Kasner, Staff Writer January 31, 2024

The pipeline from athlete to employment in the sports industry is a popular and tested way for retired players to continue working in the field that they love. The most famous sports commentators, coaches...

Forbes Ave. near the University of Pittsburgh campus.

Students compare on-campus versus off-campus jobs

By Ryleigh Lord, News Editor September 27, 2023
An estimated 40% of full-time college students have jobs. For many Pitt students, the decision between working an on- versus off-campus job comes down to convenience, scheduling and wages.
Opinion | You don’t need a career straight out of college

Opinion | You don’t need a career straight out of college

By Juliana Morello, Staff Columnist January 31, 2023
When I was younger, I thought college would be the time in my life when I got all my life experience in and figured out who I am and what I want. It is, to some degree, and I’m happy to say that I'm a little bit closer to figuring it all out, but I’m not fully there yet. Well, I’m here to tell you that that’s okay.
Opinion | Entry-level jobs don’t exist anymore

Opinion | Entry-level jobs don’t exist anymore

By Kelly Xiong, Staff Columnist January 31, 2023
If you’re frantically scrolling through LinkedIn, Handshake or Indeed looking for jobs and internships like me, you probably noticed that the standard for entry-level positions has risen exponentially. The idea of entry-level jobs is practically disappearing before our eyes.
Opinion | Everyone needs to work a customer service job

Opinion | Everyone needs to work a customer service job

By Lynnette Tibbott, Staff Columnist September 27, 2022
Columnist Lynnette Tibbott argues that everyone needs to work a customer service job to eliminate job stigmatization and stop our growing social divide.
Opinion | You should be discussing your salary with your coworkers

Opinion | You should be discussing your salary with your coworkers

By Paul Beer, Staff Columnist September 26, 2022
Columnist Paul Beer explains the legality and necessity of talking pay with your colleagues.
A Starbucks’ storefront.

Opinion | Working at Starbucks was the best thing that ever happened to me

By Dalia Maeroff, Opinions Editor October 5, 2021
Working as a Starbucks barista was my first job at a large company, and while that may sound trivial, it prepared me for the harsh realities of the adult work environment.
Opinion | Volunteering, unpaid internships and research opportunities need to be accessible

Opinion | Volunteering, unpaid internships and research opportunities need to be accessible

By Dalia Maeroff, Senior Staff Columnist February 16, 2021
Volunteering, unpaid research and internships are not accessible for people with low incomes.
Opinion | Black hair is professional

Opinion | Black hair is professional

By Ajani Powell, Staff Columnist February 16, 2021
Staff columnist Ajani Powell explores the struggle with Black hair and how it hinders the progression of Black people.
Opinion | Our education system is failing us

Opinion | Our education system is failing us

By Dalia Maeroff, Staff Columnist September 29, 2020
The American education system is setting students up for failure when it comes to entering the workforce.
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