SGB hopeful for update on in-person classes later this week
By Nathan Fitchett, Staff Writer
September 9, 2020
With in-person classes set to begin Monday, Student Government Board President Eric Macadangdang said the board has still not received official word from Pitt’s administration about the start of classes, but is hopeful for an announcement later this week.
Opinion | Broaden your horizons with online classes
By Josh Beylinson, Staff Columnist
August 20, 2020
When Pitt transitioned to online classes this past spring, many students didn’t like the change and were turned off of the idea of online learning. But online classes aren’t as bad as they might seem, staff columnist Josh Beylinson argues.
Pitt announces no in-person classes until at least Sept. 14
By Rebecca Johnson, News Editor
August 19, 2020
Provost Ann Cudd said in a Wednesday afternoon email that there will be no in-person classes on Monday, extending online learning until at least Sept. 14 to allow for all students to start in-person classes at the same time.
Students, faculty adjust to online finals
By Elise Roessner, Staff Writer
April 19, 2020
Pitt students may have to hold study groups over Zoom instead of in Hillman library this April, but finals will still be conducted as the semester draws to a close.
Students, professors complete first day of online classes
By Elise Roessner, Staff Writer
March 23, 2020
Virtual instruction began at the University on Monday after an extended break. Professors are utilizing a variety of platforms that the University has provided, ranging from Panopto, an online lecture system, to Zoom, a video-conferencing program that allows professors to teach in real time.
Pitt addresses technology concerns ahead of start of online classes
By Rebecca Johnson, Senior Staff Writer
March 19, 2020
With classes set to resume on Monday, Pitt’s faculty has scrambled to shift courses over to an online format. This rapid transition has left some IT personnel questioning whether Pitt’s website can handle the amount of traffic.
Editorial: Online classes could help make college more affordable
By The Pitt News Editorial Board
January 8, 2020
It could also lead to a change in the way we charge students for gen eds and other classes offered in person, making Pitt more affordable and therefore more attractive to a more economically diverse group of students.