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By Tyler Mathes, Staff Writer
• October 28, 2020
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Some classics translations skirt conversations about race, Yale professor says
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• September 30, 2020
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By Maggie Young, Staff Writer
• March 6, 2019
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Black student organizations celebrate 50 years of pride, progress
By Neena Hagen, Staff Writer
• January 16, 2019
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Pittsburgh Marathon draws runners from around the world
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• May 16, 2018
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By The Pitt News Editorial Board
• February 20, 2018
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ASA, BAS explore racial identities, histories
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• November 30, 2017
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