Pitt’s shift to PPG Paints Arena for commencement sparks mixed reactions

By Kelly McPoyle, Staff Writer • March 9, 2025

Pitt is moving its commencement ceremony to PPG Paints Arena to accommodate its largest graduating class in history, ensuring that every student can participate and receive enough tickets for family and friends. Parents and students share mixed reactions.

Travis Scott at PPG Paints: Out of this world

By Vikram Sundar, Staff Writer • November 27, 2018

Travis Scott fans were lifted out of this world at his show Sunday night at PPG Paints. The show was part of his 2018 tour for his new album "Astroworld."

Tailgating tips to add to the rivalry game experience

By Joanna Li, Assistant Sports Editor • September 6, 2018

As the Pitt-Penn State game approaches this weekend, many football fans are making plans to tailgate. But, with the University's recently restrictions on tailgating, fans seem to be limited in their options. Here's how to prepare for a perfect tailgate that can be paired with the intense game to come.

Get funky this fall with concerts in Pittsburgh

By Sarah Connor, Culture Editor • August 20, 2018

The exciting shows coming to Pittsburgh this fall range from rap to pop to 70s rock, leaving little room to disappoint fans of most genres of music.

Column: WWE ‘Extreme Rules’ doesn’t bode well for the former Team Xtreme

By Alexa Marzina, Staff Writer • July 18, 2018

WWE hosted the Extreme Rules pay-per-view at PPG Paints Arena Sunday, and many fans — myself included — weren’t sure how it would go. With Universal Champion Brock Lesnar not even advertised for the show and the WWE Championship in a seemingly throw-away feud, the title outlooks for the show looked bleak.

Pitt to host 2019 NCAA Wrestling Championships at PPG Paints Arena

By Steve Rotstein | Sports Editor • April 18, 2017

For the first time in more than 60 years, the NCAA Division I Wrestling Championships are coming back to Pittsburgh. The NCAA awarded the city of Pittsburgh with the 2019 NCAA Championships on Tuesday...