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

Watch: NPR’s Diane Rehm visits Point Park

Written By Alexander Popichak, Editor-Elect November 15, 2016

The Point Park Globe's Editor-Elect Alexander Popichak had the chance to speak with NPR's Diane Rehm, host of The Diane Rehm Show from WAMU-FM in Washington, D.C.. Rehm visited Point Park University November...

Senior dance majors Sasha Alverez (left) and Michaela Hoelldobler practice for their performance in “Contemporary Choreographers,” held at the Playhouse starting November 16th.  The performance will feature guest choreographers Quebec native Helen Simoneau, Chicago- based Stephanie Martinez, James Gregg and Juliard graduate David Norsworthy.

‘Contemporary Choreographers’ produces shows for Playhouse

Written By Karly Rivera, Co-Features Editor November 15, 2016

From the lighting design to the dynamic choreography, stage manager Cat Hickerson believes “Contemporary Choreographers” is a show anyone, no matter their background, can enjoy. “Each piece is...

The tree at PPG Place will be lit amongst ice-skaters during Pittsburgh’s annual Light Up Night, which takes place in the evening Nov. 18. The tree will be illuminated along with other holiday lights all around the city beginning that night.

PPG Place tree and ice rink ready for Light Up Night

Written By Gracey Evans, Sports Photo Editor November 15, 2016

Grandadchilds members and Point Park graduates John Rushlander and Tyler McLaughlin jamming with their signature blues-rock style at the annual Fall Fest, presented by the Campus Activities Board.

Photo: Fall Fest brings music to Village Park

Written By Robert Berger, Staff Writer November 15, 2016

Adrianna Hessom’s cat, Williams, a certified therapy cat, lives with her and her three roommates in Conestoga Hall.

Therapy Animals comfort students with mental health issues

Written By Eddie Trizzino, Co-Features Editor November 15, 2016

Chaise Schrecengost’s dog Jack follows her almost everywhere. Although people ask her why a dog is in buildings or on the bus with her, she has an easy explanation for the reason: Jack is her therapy...

Kelsey Mikeska, a photojournalism major, enjoying her travels living as an Au Pair at Bondi Beach in Sydney, Austrailia before starting her first semester at Point Park.

Student’s travels inspire decision to pursue photojournalism

Written By Courtney Giles November 9, 2016

Kelsey Mikeska always wanted to travel the world, and when she got the opportunity to work as an Au Pair in Sydney, Australia she knew this would allow her to live out her dreams. “Within a month,...

Christmas tree makes arrival Downtown

Christmas tree makes arrival Downtown

Written By Josh Croup, Editor-in-chief November 9, 2016

Nancy Ruttner and Andy Sujdak of Pittsburgh’s Oakwood neighborhood received a one-foot tall blue spruce tree 33 years ago as a wedding gift. Saturday, the couple watched their tree become part of...

Anntonietta Borzacchiello, journalism major, throws a pie at USG President Blaine King at “Pie the President” as part of WPPJ’s Rockathon on Nov. 1. All benefits went to the Early Learning Institute.

Photo: USG President pied for fundraiser

Written By Robert Berger, Staff Writer November 9, 2016

Point Park partners with mortuary institute

Point Park partners with mortuary institute

Written By Kelsey Wolfe, Staff Writer November 9, 2016

What started out as a joke quickly became reality for Patrick Fischer, a junior funeral services major. He is one of the few students enrolled in the program. “It started out as a joke between me...

Film students use crowdfunding to bring short film to life

Film students use crowdfunding to bring short film to life

Written By Michael Richter, Co-Sports Editor November 9, 2016

Filmmakers use crowdfunding for a variety of reasons to help them finance their films. For senior cinema students, there is one simple reason. “We need the money, and we don’t get any money from...

 Mel Holley, junior musical theater major, pledges to prevent sexual assault on campus during Not On My Campus’s event “A Costume is Not Consent,” held in Village Park this past Wednesday.

Not on My Campus raises awareness of consent

Written By Carley Bonk November 1, 2016

Syrah Sherwood, Point Park’s Not On My Campus founder and president, stressed how easily lines can be blurred in sexual encounters at Halloween gatherings where costumes can be misinterpreted. “Costumes...

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