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Sleeping is not so easy in college

Written By Shannon Hartnett, Copy Editor October 9, 2018

Why are college students not sleeping? Is it the mass amounts of coffee everyone drinks? Is it the overload of homework? Does it have something to do with the social life of a student? The answer to all...

The Globe’s Point- Not all news is bad news

Written By Globe's Editorial Staff October 9, 2018

It’s no secret that United Student Government (USG) has been swirling in controversy over the past few weeks - censures, tickets, funding and resignations all come to mind. But this past week, USG...

Comedy does not justify someone’s condemning acts

Comedy does not justify someone’s condemning acts

Written By John Karavis, For The Globe October 2, 2018

Louis C.K. is a funny guy. But he’s also a flawed guy. I first discovered his comedy in high school and was immediately hooked. His wide vocabulary and enlightening observations about the irreverent...

America’s educators are struggling

America’s educators are struggling

Written By Shannon Hartnett, Copy Editor October 2, 2018

Have you ever accidentally called your teacher mom? Oh, the humanity! In your horror, have you ever asked yourself, why in the world did I just do that?  I would guarantee that most of us have been...

Globes Point - Experiential or intellectual learning?

Globe’s Point – Experiential or intellectual learning?

Written By Globe Editorial Staff October 2, 2018

Point Park doesn’t pretend to hide its passion for experiential learning. From COPA to communications, students are taught by professionals that are still thriving in their fields. We are given the opportunity...

The Globe’s Point- How much is too much?

Written By Globe Editorial Staff September 25, 2018

With the recent announcement by United Student Government (USG) and clarification email from administration regarding the purchase of Playhouse tickets, many of us have been left with a lot of questions...

Donald Trump has crossed too many lines – no more

Written By Amanda Andrews, For The Globe September 25, 2018

A conversation about the nation and the current presidency, in most political arenas, is bound to be contentious. Supporters and critics alike can agree that Trump has not been abiding by several previous...

Don’t believe everything you read on Facebook

Written By Jordyn Hronec, Copy Editor September 25, 2018

I’m a firm believer that the internet is a great place, and not the mindless, brain-destroying monster that some people think it to be. I’ve spent many an hour in a relaxed state of bliss, watching...

A fair question – “Why were people so excited for this game?”

Written By John Kravis, For The Globe September 18, 2018
Despite a historic rivalry, Penn State and Pitt Football play for different reasons

The Globe’s Point- Be present in your obligations

Written By Globe Editorial Staff September 18, 2018

When we were in high school, our parents, teachers and mentors encouraged us to go beyond academics - by joining clubs, playing sports, aiming to take leadership roles and maybe working  a part-time...

Burning your Nikes isn’t the answer

Written By Hannah Walden, Co-Copy Desk Chief September 18, 2018

At the beginning of this month, Nike launched its 30th anniversary campaign, starring the controversial former NFL quarterback and modern civil rights activist Colin Kaepernick. We’ve all seen the memes...

An open letter from an admittedly apathetic writer

Written By Emily Bennett, Editor-in-Chief September 11, 2018

You’ve heard it before.  If you’re a freshman, you may have only heard it once or twice. If you’re a graduating senior set to egress through the portal of college into the vortex of adult life,...

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