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
New app ParkZen aims to fix lack of parking on campus 

New app ParkZen aims to fix lack of parking on campus 

By Bridget Pohl, Staff Writer • January 10, 2025
On Dec. 15, Pitt released ParkZen, an app for Pitt community members that allows users to reserve parking at lots on campus. Those who commute to campus said they hope the app will ease parking stress.
Satire | ‘No one cares’: Oakland drivers express displeasure about poor treatment from pedestrians

Satire | ‘No one cares’: Oakland drivers express displeasure about poor treatment from pedestrians

By Anna Ehlers, Contributing Editor • May 31, 2023
Oakland’s population of 8,600 holds many drivers, many of them nonpermanent student residents, and all of them have grievances that they feel a burning urge to air regarding parking, road design and pedestrians. 
Cars parked on a street in Oakland.

Faculty, students complain about decade-long parking waitlist, lack of available spots on campus

By Madilyn Cianci, Staff Writer • November 16, 2022
Amid the closing of more University parking every year, permit applicants are waiting over 13 years for a spot.
Editorial | Oakland: Fix your parking

Editorial | Oakland: Fix your parking

By The Pitt News Editorial Board • September 16, 2022
The parking situation in Oakland is extremely frustrating, making it difficult for those who live in Oakland and commuter students to find parking.
A Pittsburgh sports record 69,983 fans showed up at Heinz Field the last time Pitt played Penn State at home. (TPN File Photo)

University announces tailgating limitations for Pitt-PSU game

By Trent Leonard, Sports Editor • September 3, 2018
The University announced Sunday that parking options will be restricted ahead of the Pitt-Penn State game to accommodate the traffic influx.
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