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Point Park University's Student-Run Newspaper

Point Park Globe
Point Park University's Student-Run Newspaper

Point Park Globe
(Left to right) First-year student Amelia DiClaudio, senior Jayln Townson and sophomore Megan Lundstrom rehearse for a hip-hop performance.

School of Dance introduces new hip-hop concentration

Written By Gavin Petrone, Co-News Editor • January 22, 2025
Point Park’s School of Dance expects to implement its new hip-hop concentration next semester, according to several sources familiar with the matter.
President Donald Trump's official inaugural portrait. Courtesy of Trump-Vance Campaign

Trump inaugurated 47th U.S. president

Written By Ethan Rowinski, Staff Writer • January 22, 2025
Donald J. Trump has been inaugurated as the 47th president of the United States of America.
The Boulevard Adult Boutique sits open for business during a cold night.

Man robs Boulevard Boutique at night

Written By Carson Folio, Editor-Elect • January 22, 2025
The Boulevard Adult Boutique store, which is less than a block away from the Student Center, was robbed on Jan.10 by a man whose identity is currently unknown.
The pop-up message first appeared when TikTok shut down its servers for 12 hours on Saturday two hours ahead of the anticipated ban.

TikTok temporarily shut down ahead of second Trump term

Written By Peyton Martin, Co-News Editor • January 22, 2025
A ban on TikTok went into effect on Jan. 19, in the United States, causing the app to go “dark” after a Supreme Court ruling upheld the ban. The ban not only affected TikTok, but also apps like Lemon8 and Capcut which are owned by the same parent company as TikTok.  
Paint and pieces of the wall left in chunks after maintenance workers created a hole in the wall to access a steam line for the dorm heater. Submitted by Ayden Miller

Leaky Lawrence strikes again

Written By Carson Folio, Editor-Elect • January 15, 2025
Leaking hot water from a broken steam line pipe attached to Lawrence Hall’s heating system caused significant water damage to multiple dorm rooms on floors 13 – 15 in the building over winter break.
Shari Payne, the new interim provost who served as the dean of the school of education, poses for a photo.

Shari Payne ready to take on provost role

Written By Gavin Petrone, Co-News Editor • January 15, 2025
Dr. Shari Payne, who was promoted to the position of interim provost near the start of this semester, says she has thrown her hat in the ring for consideration as the permanent provost.
Frederieke Rijlaarsdam, the new honors graduate assistant, poses for a photo. Submitted by Frederieke Rijlaarsdam

Honors Program announces new grad assistant

Written By Peyton Martin, Co-News Editor • January 15, 2025
Point Park University's Honors Program announced on Jan. 4 that Frederieke Rijlaarsdam is the new graduate assistant who will be working in the Honors Office.  

Former Provost Soto’s plans still in motion

Written By Peyton Martin, Co-News Editor • January 15, 2025
The Student Government Association (SGA) meeting on Monday discussed the effects of Provost Michael Soto departing from the university. Despite Soto departing from his role, the plans he discussed with SGA are still in the process of moving forward, said SGA President Kyle MacLaughlin.  

Dance majors continue training over semester break

Written By Melissa Garlock, Staff Writer • January 15, 2025
Point Park’s Conservatory of Performing Arts is known for its rigorous program and talented individuals. Within the newly announced “School of Dance,” dance majors uphold this reputation working day in and day out throughout the semester, perfecting everything from performance to technique. 
Arthur Blum and George Bromall spent time together in Raleigh, North Carolina for Blum’s 90th birthday back in August 2024. It was a tradition a group of Blum’s students started with him a few years ago.

Former PPU President Arthur M. Blum dies at 90 years old

Written By Peyton Martin, Co-News Editor • January 15, 2025
Arthur (Art) M. Blum became the second President of Point Park University in 1967, after working in multiple administrative roles, said Albert McLean in “Point Park College: The First 25 Years”.  
The new "Wellness-On-the-Go" vending machine sits in Academic Hall.

A Second ‘Wellness On-the-Go’ machine Is installed

Written By Michael Klug, Website/Opinions Editor • January 8, 2025
The University Health Center implemented a second “Wellness On-the-Go” vending machine over winter break adding onto the first located on the first floor of the Student Center.
Michael Soto speaks at President Brusallis' inauguration.

Soto ‘departs’ from role as Provost

Written By Gavin Petrone, Co-News Editor • January 8, 2025
Michael Soto, provost and senior vice president of academic affairs, will be “departing his role,” according to an announcement Monday, Jan. 6, by President Brussalis.
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