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Point Park University's Student-Run Newspaper

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The partners completed their routine for the ballroom showcase.

Ballroom Dance Sport Club continues to step it up

Written By Melissa Garlock, Staff Writer • November 20, 2024
From “Dancing with the Stars” social events to competing at one of the largest International Ballroom Dance competitions, the Ballroom Dance Sport Club has had a jam-packed schedule this past semester. 
PRSSA HOLDS 'PROJECT PB&J' TO GIVE BACK TO THE COMMUNITY

PRSSA HOLDS ‘PROJECT PB&J’ TO GIVE BACK TO THE COMMUNITY

Written By Caleb McCartney, Photo Editor • November 20, 2024

PRSSA members organized a community engagement event in Village Park titled “Project PB&J” in light of Thanksgiving and a seasonal time of giving back, where they made sandwiches for those unhoused...

‘Throne of Glass’ by Sara J. Maas is worth the read.

Written By Peyton Martin, SGA Beat Writer • November 7, 2024
Last week, I wrote a review on the “A Court of Thorns and Roses” book series by Sara J. Maas, so this week I decided to tackle another one of Maas’ popular series. 
McKenna returns to roots in independent label

McKenna returns to roots in independent label

Written By Rachel Ross, Features/A&E Editor • November 7, 2024
The Indie King is going indie - Declan McKenna may be the king of Indie music, but this is straight from the horse’s mouth; or rather, the pony’s.

Strawberry Hotel: Classic Techno with lackluster elements

Written By Ethan Rowinski, Staff Writer • October 30, 2024
For a band that has been around for nearly 40 years, with a focus on its techno sound for 30, Underworld has shown no sign of lacking innovation. Just as recently as their 2019 album, DRIFT Series 1, the band decided to release the project as a one-song-a-week series for an entire year, something that could truly only happen in the age of streaming and digital media.
Two extraterrestrial creatures "caught" stuck to the walls in Boulevard Apartments.

How to protect yourself from extraterrestrials

Written By Michael Klug, Photo/Website Editor • October 30, 2024
Students that have attended Point Park for a while may have noticed a presence of extraterrestrials, specifically in the dorms, that increases significantly every Halloween. Nobody knows what they are or where they come from. All that is known is that they’re here on campus this Halloween.

Book Review: A Court of Wings and Ruin by Sara J. Maas

Written By Peyton Martin, SGA Beat Writer • October 30, 2024
On TikTok, a small community of book lovers continues to grow. Many of them refer to this part of TikTok as BookTok. BookTok is where readers recommend, review, and talk about their favorite books with other readers. 

Fall Student Choreography Project hits the stage

Written By Melissa Garlock, Staff Writer • October 30, 2024
The Student Choreography Project (SCP) hit the stage in the George Rowland White Performance Studio this past weekend. The performances ran Wednesday through Sunday.

The editorial team recommends favorite fall drinks

Written By Fall 2024 Editorial Staff • October 23, 2024
What drinks will the Fall 2024 Globe Editorial Staff recommend? Find out here on ppuglobe.com.

Features and A&E Co-Editor Rachel Ross Reviews New Halsey Album

Written By Rachel Ross, Features/A&E Co-Editor • October 16, 2024
Amongst other modern artists, Halsey’s music has always especially stood out to me for its honesty and sincerity. Regardless of what you know about her and her life, it’s apparent in every release that she wears her heart on her sleeve and draws deeply from her experiences. She reflects on herself and her actions, as well as the things happening around her. 

Singer Ricky Montgomery cancels Pittsburgh show

Written By Robert Fornataro, Features/A&E Co-Editor • October 16, 2024
Many Pittsburghers are mourning the loss of a concert experience after Ricky Montgomery, a popular American singer-songwriter, canceled his Pittsburgh show just one day before his performance. 

‘Boo’s Halloween House Party’ at Playhouse

Written By Melissa Garlock and Robert Fornataro • October 9, 2024
The Pittsburgh Playhouse at Point Park will present the first ever “Fall Fest,” consisting of various seasonal activities and entertainment. The festivities go on from Oct. 17-27.
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