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The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

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The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

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Nike branded merchandise in the Pitt Shop.

Hong Seng Worker Student Solidarity Campaign protests Pitt’s sale of Nike apparel

By Anna Kuntz, Senior Staff Writer • March 18, 2024
Some students at Pitt are joining a national movement of schools across the country, calling for the University to cut their contracts with Nike after they claim the company stole $800,000 from workers at the Hong Seng Knitting Factory. The goal of the organization is to hold both Pitt and Nike accountable for the production of clothing they “profit millions of dollars from.”
The "412" on the redesigned Pitt football helmets has become a subject of controversy.

Pitt Athletics unveils new style at Bigelow Bash

By Emily Wolfe, Contributing Editor • April 8, 2019
Pitt partnered with Nike’s Graphic Identity Group to design new royal blue and yellow uniforms across all sports.
The Pitt football team wears retro uniforms at October's matchup with Syracuse.

Pitt announces date for Nike rebranding reveal

By Tessa Sayers, assistant sports editor • March 18, 2019
After much speculation that Pitt would be reverting back to its retro colors, things are expected to become official on April 7 at the Bigelow Bash.
Kaepernick doesn’t give Nike the ethical high ground

Kaepernick doesn’t give Nike the ethical high ground

By Sandy Fairclough, For The Pitt News • September 24, 2018
The only message that Nike is sending in partnering with Kaepernick is that the company is willing to capitalize on someone else’s humanitarian ideas while ignoring its own inhumane system.
San Francisco 49ers outside linebacker Eli Harold (58) and quarterback Colin Kaepernick (7) take a knee during the national anthem before a game against the Miami Dolphins on Sunday, Nov. 27, 2016 at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Fla. (Al Diaz/Miami Herald/TNS)

Editorial: Kaepernick campaign: great for Nike, a touchdown for equality

By The Pitt News Editorial Board • September 6, 2018
Nike's 30th anniversary campaign ad featuring Colin Kaepernick has sparked outrage all over social media — but free publicity is great for the sports giant. And sponsoring Kaepernick's cause ensures social justice will get more attention.
Playing the ball

Playing the ball

By Courtesy of Pitt Athletics • October 29, 2014

Julian Dickenson in action in 2013. He has missed nearly all of the 2014 season due to a foot injury.

Leading the way

Leading the way

By Photo courtesy of Pitt Athletics • August 19, 2014

Senior Hilary Boxheimer is a key runner this season. 

XC

XC

By Pete Madia / Pitt Athletics • September 20, 2013

PITTSBURGH, PA - AUGUST 31: The Pitt Panthers cross country team runs in the Duquesne Duals in Schenley Park on August 31, 2013 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Maria Nicholas

Maria Nicholas

By Courtesy of Pitt Athletics • September 18, 2013

Senior Maria Nicholas will play a key role this weekend. 

Roosa Arvas

Roosa Arvas

By Pete Madia / Pitt Athletics • August 25, 2013

Roosa Arvas has been one of the Lady Panthers top scorers since arriving in the United States. 

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