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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

Students can spectate the pros such as the Steelers at Acrisure Stadium and the Pirates at PNC Park.

New student guide to Pittsburgh professional sporting events

By Grace McNally, Staff Writer August 6, 2024

Pittsburgh has no shortage of exciting sporting events. Whether it's cheering on the Steelers, the Pirates or the Penguins, getting decked out in black and gold is one of the best parts of being a Pitt...

Opinion | Things you learn your first year of nursing school

Opinion | Things you learn your first year of nursing school

By Danae Poteat, Staff Columnist August 5, 2024
I was top of my class in high school, and I took AP classes and aced every single one of them. Nursing school couldn’t be that bad.  But it was, in fact, that bad.
Club and intramural sports, such as men’s club lacrosse, are a popular way for students to stay active and continue to play the sports they love.

New student guide to intramural sports

By Aidan Kasner, Sports Editor August 5, 2024

College sports are simple to understand. There are Division One athletes — the gods amongst men flaunting around campus on their scooters and school-issued backpacks.  Next are your club athletes,...

A Pee-Wee Herman display at the Bicycle Heaven Museum in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Best weird, wonderful hidden gems outside of Oakland

By Brian Sherry, Editor-in-Chief August 5, 2024

As you settle into life at Pitt, you’ll probably hear about and want to try all the great things Oakland has to offer. From digging into a thick, cheesy slice from Pizza Romano to exploring the ivy-laden...

Shady Grove, an American restaurant in Pittsburgh, PA.

Best restaurants to take your parents to after move-in

By Amber Frantz, Staff Writer August 5, 2024

After hours of unloading your belongings into the bulky blue housing carts and unpacking boxes of clothes, bedding and decor, your dream dorm vision has begun to take shape. Move-in is complete.  Your...

Students yell and grab first-year wide receiver Myles Alston (20) as they celebrate Pitt football's win over West Virginia on Sept. 1, 2022.

New Student guide to Pitt football

By James Carter, Staff Writer August 4, 2024

Welcome to Pittsburgh, your new home for the next few years of your academic career and the residing city of the Pitt Panthers. Whether you’re from the area or coming in from around the world, you likely...

Opinion | Plan ahead even if you have no plan

Opinion | Plan ahead even if you have no plan

By Livia LaMarca, Assistant Opinions Editor August 4, 2024
You do a lot your first year. You learn about your interests, what kind of things you want to study and what kind of activities you want to spend your fleeting time with. Getting inundated and overrun is par for the course. However, there is a solution.
Must-watch athletics events this fall

Must-watch athletics events this fall

By Jack Markowski, Senior Staff Writer August 13, 2023

Fall sports season is almost upon us, representing an exciting time at Pitt with plenty of athletic events scheduled over the course of the next few months worth indulging in. Keep an eye out for some...

Pitt men's soccer players celebrate after their win over NC State on Nov. 2, 2022.

Preview | Pitt men’s soccer looks to return to College Cup in 2023

By Dylan Grace, Staff Writer August 11, 2023

Entering his eighth season as head coach for Pitt men’s soccer, Jay Vidovich has set a new standard for the Panthers, turning the club from an ACC bottom feeder into a perennial championship contender....

Sophomore running back Rodney Hammond Jr. (6) and another Pitt player celebrate at a game against Syracuse at Acrisure Stadium on Nov. 5, 2022

Preview | Pitt football enters 2023 season with a lot of question marks

By Brian Sherry, Sports Editor August 8, 2023

11After posting a 20-7 overall record and finishing in the top 25 over the past two seasons, Pitt football enters a crucial year in 2023. The departures of several key players has left the team in need...

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