Point Park Globe

Kesha sends fans back to 2009 with crazy live show at Stage AE
September 15, 2021
Written By Kylie Thomas, Co-Features/A&E Editor
As a 10-year-old in 2011, the lyrics to Kesha’s smash hit “TiK ToK” were ingrained in my head better than multiplication tables. So much so that I actually dressed up...
Karen Olivo comes to Point Park, encourages students to stand up against systemic oppression
September 15, 2021
Written By Amanda Andrews and Kylie Thomas
Throughout last week, the Office of Equity and Inclusion brought in ex-Broadway star Karen Olivo (she/they) to speak to students with a focus on issues of inclusivity and social justice. Olivo got to have in-depth discussions with students in the Conservatory of Performing Arts (COPA), Rowland School of Business, and School of Communication.
Women’s soccer falls to Lourdes, look for first win on the road
September 8, 2021
Written By Mason Strawn, Co-Sports Editor
The women’s soccer team fell to Lourdes University on Saturday, Sept. 4, losing 2-1 at home in their third game of the season. The Pioneers now fall to 0-3 on the season...

Written By Amanda Andrews, Editor-in-Chief

September 22, 2021

Making it big is relative for everyone but for Joseph Cannon, a senior acting major at Point Park, making it on the Netflix TV show “The Chair” with a speaking part is a big deal.

Judging Java: An open letter to Jerry Seinfeld

Written By Jake Dabkowski, Coffee Columnist

September 22, 2021

This week’s column was supposed to be a triumphant return to form where I was planning on getting back to that actual reason that this column exists: reviewing coffee in Pittsburgh on my journey to find the perfect cup of coffee. All of that came tumbling down last night because of Jerry Seinfeld.

First-time School of Communication picnic brings students, faculty together

Written By Erin Yudt, For The Globe

September 22, 2021

The School of Communication welcomed back students with a picnic on Wednesday, Sept. 15.

OPINIONS

Globe’s Point: Students are being failed by the system with the return to campus

September 22, 2021

We are still in a pandemic. We aren’t here to stand on some soapbox and shame people for enjoying their lives, it’s been a long year. If you feel comfortable going to...

The Phantom’s Revenge is going to be purple. Good.

September 22, 2021

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

Netflix’s ‘Q-Force’ entertains in spite of misleading expectations set by trailer

Written By Keairra Stanley, For The Globe

September 22, 2021

A new animated show known as “Q-Force” has blasted its way onto Netflix with its abundance of action, robot girlfriends, disguises and lots of gay pride.

Tracking New Music Releases with Zac Wittman: Lil Nas X, Injury Reserve, Lindsey Buckingham, Carcass, Mild High Club

September 22, 2021

This week, we have new beginnings and tragic endings, but most of all, great music!

NEWS

Four people taken into custody after the Justice for January 6 Rally at the United States Capitol

Written By Caitlyn Scott, News Editor

September 22, 2021

On Sept. 18, 2021, demonstrations took place outside of the United States Capitol to demand justice for citizens still facing charges in connection with the Jan. 6 insurrection within Washington D.C.

SGA swears in 15 new senators at Monday meeting

September 22, 2021

The Student Government Association (SGA) swore in 15 new Senators during Monday’s legislature meeting.

Point Park professor who served as first responder with Flight 93 rescue team reflects

September 15, 2021

In remembrance of the 9/11 attacks and their profound impact, Public Administration Professor Robert Skertich shared his experience as a Flight 93 response team member in Shanksville, Pennsylvania during the attacks.

Center for Media Innovation hosts 9/11 20th anniversary commemoration

September 15, 2021

On Sept. 8, 2021, Point Park University’s Center for Media Innovation (CMI) hosted a free, in-person event in commemoration of the 20th anniversary of 9/11.

Two decades of United States involvement in Afghanistan ends amid Taliban takeover

September 8, 2021

After 20 years of fighting within Afghanistan, the Pentagon and the Biden Administration...

SPORTS

Point Park women’s soccer defeats Brescia, Oakland City for first wins of the fall 2021 season

Written By Mason Strawn, Co-Sports Editor

September 22, 2021

The women’s soccer team busted out of their slump in a big way this week, winning both their match ups, beating Brescia University at home 4-0 on Thursday, Sept. 16, and Oakland City University 1-0 on Saturday, Sept. 18. The wins raise the Pioneers to 2-5 on the season.

Point Park Volleyball extends win streak

September 22, 2021

On Saturday, Sept. 18, the Point Park Pioneers Women’s Volleyball team aimed to continue their win streak against the WVU Tech Golden Bears on the road. A win would mark their third straight conference victory.

Steelers bit by injury bug, drop game to Raiders to start 2021 regular season at 1-1

September 22, 2021

The Pittsburgh Steelers were beaten by the Las Vegas Raiders 26-17. Pittsburgh was coming off of a big win in Buffalo coming into the game, but couldn’t repeat last week’s result, losing their first home game of the season.

Steelers upset Bills in season opener

September 15, 2021

The Pittsburgh Steelers defeated the Buffalo Bills 23-16 in the first game of the new season.