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Pittsburgh organization involves local youth in community art
Rashad Jamal, though his friends usually call him Free, was bubbling with enthusiasm as he directed kids around. “If you see some space, grab a brush and fill it,” Jamal said. “Spread the love.” In...
View ArticleFormer Pitt professor confirmed as next Librarian of Congress
A former Pitt professor will take the reigns of the nation’s biggest library. The Baltimore Sun reported Carla Hayden was confirmed by the Senate in a 74-18 vote Wednesday as the next head of the...
View ArticlePittsburgh dances to support Orlando victims
Pittsburgh’s still standing with the victims of June’s Orlando shooting – by not standing still at all. On Friday, people danced with rainbow “#KeepDancingOrlando” signs as others strolled by or ate at...
View ArticleInteractive Crime Map July 13 – 19
Here is the Pitt police activity from July 13 to 19. Thursday, July 14, 2016 7:06 a.m. 3502 Allequippa Street. Pitt police are investigating a report that a catalytic converter was stolen from a...
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The Power Broker — Robert Caro Have you heard of the Triborough Bridge? Jones Beach? The Lincoln Center? All of these accomplishments were the work of Robert Moses — New York City’s former Parks...
View ArticlePittsburgh on the cheap
Spending a summer in Pittsburgh without much money to spend may seem daunting. But do a little research, and you will find there are countless activities and events in the city for free — or for...
View ArticlePitt 2016-2017 operating budget approved
Pitt’s Board of Trustees approved the University’s $2.1 billion operating budget for the 2016-2017 fiscal year Monday. Pitt Chancellor Patrick Gallagher sent an email to the Pitt community Wednesday...
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Final day of the Republican National Convention brings creative minds together
The path to nominating a Republican presidential candidate has been rocky, to say the least. Between an absent endorsement from Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, an allegedly plagiarized speech by Melania Trump...
View ArticleMeet the Pitt grad who helped make the DNC happen
For more than a year, the first thing on Kevin Washo’s mind when he wakes up has been the Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia. It was on his mind when he went to bed, often late. And on his...
View ArticlePitt awarded nearly $62.3 million from NIH
Over the next five years, Pitt will receive a nearly $62.3 million in funding from the National Institutes of Health. Pitt’s Clinical and Translational Science Institute will receive the funding to...
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Rain slows fiery Democratic National Convention protests
Despite President Barack Obama’s fiery speech Wednesday night, the final day of the Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia had a relaxed environment. In Franklin Delano Roosevelt Park, across...
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Clinton – Kaine ticket makes Pittsburgh debut
With the conventions of both parties now in the rearview mirror, the road to electing the 45th president of the United States is just beginning – with a stop in Pittsburgh. More than 5,000 people...
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Pence makes first pitch to Pittsburgh
Despite new polls show Hillary Clinton with a double-digit lead in the state, the Trump-Pence ticket has not given up on Pennsylvania. A small but vocal crowd greeted Republican candidate for vice...
View Article‘Pitt Tonight’ nominated for two college Emmy awards
Following a first season that included a live autopsy, an acapella battle, and an appearance by Pittsburgh Mayor Bill Peduto, campus talk show “Pitt Tonight” has another reason to be excited leading up...
View ArticleDean Bonner addresses student discipline during Oakwatch appearance
Five years ago, when Oakwatch was founded to fight the loud parties, littering and hooligan-esque crime of Pitt students, Oakland resident Janice Lorenz joined because of one goal. “We’re trying to...
View ArticleHelping Advisors Help You
Students need to meet with an adviser to register for courses next semester, but is that enough? The Pitt News talked to four advisers — Elizabeth Adams, director of advising for Pitt’s Katz Graduate...
View ArticleSelf-diagnosing psych a step, not a path, to wellness
Mental illnesses affect millions in the United States alone, but some are heading to Google instead of a doctor’s office. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, about 43 million...
View ArticleNew professors land at Pitt, find a home
With the class of 2020 rolling in, many students may be concerned with how they are going to handle and navigate their first year. But just as caught up in big transitions are the people who will...
View ArticleWhat’s in a Name: Pitt names range the spectrum of accomplishment
From its foundation in 1787 as a small preparatory school to a research powerhouse composed of 17 schools with nearly 30,000 students, Pitt has been shaped by individuals with vision for growth, reform...
View ArticleMaking plans for student health
When making a back-to-school checklist for this fall, don’t forget to add health insurance. This academic year, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is increasing outreach for Marketplace...
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