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Block Party raises Awareness against Sexual Assault

Written By Peyton Martin, Staff Writer • September 5, 2024

Many students come to Point Park from all over the globe and are unaware of the local resources available to them.

Pioneer Pantry expands into new corner store space in Thayer Hall

Written By Carson Folio, Editor-Elect • September 5, 2024

Despite its footprint taking up as much space as a closet, the Pioneer Pantry’s mission isn't small.

Email saftey: beware of Outlook email scams

Written By Michael Klug, Co-Photo Editor • August 26, 2024

Scam emails can range anywhere from job listings to information requests and anything in between. One common scam is called “phishing.” These attacks take various forms, often utilizing deceptive tactics to trick individuals into providing sensitive information. 

Administrators offer freshman advice

August 26, 2024

Meet Point Park's administration and learn what messages they hope to bring to students.

Health Center offers free pro-health sexual products

Written By Cassandra Harris and Michaelangelo Pellis • August 26, 2024

Free to every student who visits the Health Center, Rebecca Harper, director of Health Services offers free contraceptives and a table of free “take only what you need” menstrual products.

Burgh Bites: Cheapest and Tastiest bites in the Burgh

Written By Cassandra Harris, Editor-in-Chief • August 26, 2024

Welcome back, it’s Cas and I’m here for our first edition of Burgh Bites to make sure you all know about the best and cheapest eats Downtown.

‘Burgh Bites: Subway

Written By Cassandra Harris, Editor-Elect • April 19, 2024

I would like to begin this review by apologizing to the nice people who work in the Downtown Subway in Market Square. You guys were nice but the food and experience were not.    When I got...

Pioneer Public: Point Park Spidey

Written By Carson Folio, Co-Opinions Editor • April 17, 2024

On most college campuses, you might expect the ‘unsung hero’ to be a professor that everybody likes or a student who wants to cause positive change while being very open about their identity. Here,...

‘Burgh Bites: Spring 2024 Recap

Written By Cassandra Harris, Editor-Elect • April 17, 2024

To my readers who have been following Burgh Bites for the last two semesters, thank you for following along in my journey to become both a better writer and reviewer. On the other hand, to those of you...

Former Disney star Joey Bragg to perform comedy show on campus

Written By Rachel Ross, Co-Features/Arts and Entertainment Editor • April 17, 2024

For actor and comedian Joey Bragg, comedy is a constant uphill battle – one he’s enjoyed and had a deep love for since childhood.    Bragg, who is best known for his performance as Joey...

‘Burgh Bites: Chaykhana

Written By Cassandra Harris, Editor-Elect • April 10, 2024

Last week I learned that located next to Pizza Fiesta on Smithfield Street is a place called Chaykhana where they sell good halal food. None of the cooks or customers were speaking English when I entered,...

Pittsburgh’s free spay and neuter services still suspended

Written By Hannah Staus, For The Globe • April 10, 2024

On February 6, Pittsburgh’s pet owners were left in the dark after it was announced that the free spay and neuter services would be suspended, though people took advantage of the decade-long program....