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SGB working on faculty unionization statement, addresses student concerns

By Kiera Ledermann, Staff Writer • September 29, 2021

While the Student Government Board voted last week not to sign onto a statement written by other student leaders in support of the ongoing faculty union election, President Harshitha Ramanan said Tuesday that the board is working on its own.

Black Action Society works to hold Pitt accountable, advocate for Black students on campus

By Betul Tuncer, Staff Writer • September 29, 2021

Destiny Mann, president of the Black Action Society, said because Pitt is a predominantly white institution, it is important that BAS helps bring Black students together.

SGB votes to not sign onto statement supporting faculty unionization

By Kiera Ledermann, Staff Writer • September 22, 2021

Pitt Student Government Board members were at odds at their Tuesday evening meeting over whether to formally encourage Pitt’s faculty to vote in favor of unionization.

SGB discusses in-person class concerns, student org finances pilot

By Kiera Ledermann, Staff Writer • September 15, 2021

A top Pitt administrator praised students at Tuesday’s Student Government Board meeting for their part in minimizing COVID-19 cases last academic year. But students asked questions and raised concerns regarding Pitt’s move on Monday to fully in-person classes.

Pitt administrators talk COVID-19 regulations during first fall town hall

By Allison Radziwon, Staff Writer • September 9, 2021

Top Pitt administrators spoke at a virtual town hall meeting on Wednesday, answering student questions and concerns about COVID-19 regulations for the fall semester and fully in-person classes, which start on Monday.

SGB welcomes students during first meeting

By Kiera Ledermann, Staff Writer • September 8, 2021

During the first in-person Student Government Board meeting since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, President Harshitha Ramanan welcomed students to Nordy’s Place on Tuesday evening.

Student orgs with mixed feelings on Pitt in-person event guidelines

By Grace Stringer, Staff Writer • August 26, 2021

Even though student organizations are allowed to have in-person meetings and events, one thing is stopping Annika Agarwal’s club, Mind Sense, from doing so — the lack of a COVID-19 vaccine mandate from Pitt.

Across the board: Meet this year’s student government

By Allison Radziwon, Staff Writer • August 20, 2021

After a tumultuous election season and a year of online classes, Pitt’s Student Government Board has big plans for the 2021-22 academic year. The Pitt News spoke with the board to learn about their top priorities and plans to improve campus life this fall.

Compass looks to further improve Pitt dining experience this fall

By Betul Tuncer, Staff Writer • June 29, 2021

Pitt’s dining contractor, Compass Group, is planning to bring more diverse menu options and let students serve themselves at the dining halls, rather than being pre-packaged meals like last year. Students can also expect two new dining options in the WPU.

‘You’re not left behind just because you’ve left campus’: Pitt still offering mental health resources during summer recess

By Punya Bhasin, Senior Staff Writer • May 26, 2021

While there are still events being planned for Pitt’s October celebration of Mental Health Awareness Month, organized by Student Government in cooperation with more than 15 student organizations, Eva Steele, vice-chair of the Mental Health Student Coalition, said mental health resources are always available and awareness can be raised year round.