Point Park University's Student-Run Newspaper

Point Park Globe

Point Park University's Student-Run Newspaper

Point Park Globe

Point Park University's Student-Run Newspaper

Point Park Globe

Junior midfielder Geert Bijl celebrates a goal against with junior forward captain Mitchell Roell. Bijl scored twice in the RSC opener.

Men open RSC play with 6-3 win

Written By Rachael McKriger, Staff Writer October 2, 2019

The month of September was kind to the Point Park men’s soccer team. Heading into conference play, the Pioneers boasted plenty of confidence. After opening the month with a loss against Lincoln College,...

Beto O’Rourke speaks in front a full crowd at Schenley Park just a week after Amy Klobuchar’s rally in Oakland. O’Rourke emphasized his proposals for gun legislation and college tuition.

O’Rourke holds Oakland rally, appeals to young crowd

Written By Jake Berlin, Staff Writer October 2, 2019

Last Wednesday, former Congressman Beto O’Rourke (D-TX) became the second presidential candidate in a week to visit the University of Pittsburgh’s campus in Oakland. “[When I think of Pittsburgh],...

Obituary: Dr. Kaye Cupples

Obituary: Dr. Kaye Cupples

Written By Dara Collins, Editor-in-Chief September 25, 2019

Dr. Kaye Cupples, who served as an associate professor of special education and director of the special education programs at Point Park University, passed away surrounded by family and friends on...

“NUT ALLERGY ALERT” signs have been posted in all elevators and lobby of Lawrence Hall.

Tree nut allergy signs in Lawrence Hall explained

Written By Marlee Pinchok, For The Globe September 25, 2019

This semester, the university displays tree nut allergy signs in Lawrence Hall  to encourage students to be mindful of those with severe tree nut allergies. In bold lettering, “NUT ALLERGY ALERT”...

All Pittsburgh college students invited to join Pitt Band

All Pittsburgh college students invited to join Pitt Band

Written By Sarah Juba, For The Globe September 25, 2019

Local Pittsburgh college students looking to join a marching band after high school may be wondering where they can have the fun of being in marching band again. Whether students attend the University...

Freshman Taylor Small (left) and junior Jazlyn Rozier (right) go up to block a ball against Salem University in their home opener.

CMU kills Pioneers’ streak at six after home opener

Written By Dara Collins, Editor-in-Chief September 25, 2019

The Pioneers never let the Salem University Tigers gain more than 12 points, less than half the winning amount in a set. Just a day later, the Pioneers found themselves on the flip side and couldn’t...

The Climate Strike marches down Grant St. in downtown Pittsburgh on Sept. 20. People of all ages participated in the Pittsburgh Climate Strike on Sept. 20 organized by The Action Network. Marchers were encouraged to wear red and black as well as bring signs.

Students demand action during climate strike

Written By Amara Phillips, For The Globe September 20, 2019

  Pittsburgh’s climate strike took place Sept. 20 in front of the City-County Building. Students gathered to demand environmental justice as Leandra Mira, an 18-year-old from Upper St. Clair...

Former head coach of the cross country and track and field teams Kelly Parsley watches his team at a meet during his tenure at Point Park. Parsley was relieved of his employment at the university in February of this year and filed a lawsuit against Point Park last week. The complaint contends unlawful termination because of Parsley’s sex and sexual orientation.

Former coach files lawsuit against university

Written By Dara Collins, Editor-in-Chief September 18, 2019

A former head coach filed a discrimination lawsuit against Point Park University last week, according to court documents. Kelly Parsley, former head coach of Point Park University’s cross country and...

(From left to right): Taylor Spirito, Allison Schubert, Nicole Pampena, Sarah Gibson and Dara Collins made history as the first all-female reporter line-up on the U-View show, Pioneer Sideline.

U-View exec board made up of all women this fall

Written By Alexis Wary, For The Globe September 18, 2019

Point Park University’s television station, U-View, is one of three student media outlets on campus. This year, one thing has changed which may bring many new and positive updates to the station.  For...

Cleveland Cavaliers play-by-play announcer Fred McLeod speaks to students at an event in 2016. McLeod passed away suddenly last Monday.

Alum McLeod dies suddenly at 67

Written By Allison Schubert, Co-Sports Editor September 18, 2019

Cleveland Cavaliers’ Executive Producer of Multimedia and television play-by-play announcer Fred McLeod passed away suddenly last Monday evening, the team announced via social media last week. McLeod...

Now-junior middle hitter Jazlyn Rozier goes up for a kill in a game at Carlow last semester as a sophomore. Rozier has 35 kills in 17 sets this season.

Volleyball increases record to 8-1 after win against W&J

Written By Dara Collins, Editor-in-Chief September 18, 2019

In volleyball, numbers don’t mean much unless a point is the result. A team can outkill its opponent to appear dominant at the surface, but its plentiful and glaring errors will ultimately lead to...

Gabby Ritterson runs NextGen America voter registration table.

Voting issues prominent in Allegheny County

Written By Amanda Andrews, Co-News Editor September 11, 2019

According to data from the Pennsylvania state government, there are currently 952,343 registered voters in Allegheny County as of Aug. 26, 2019. Out of all Allegheny County voters, 76,812 are voters ages...

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