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

USG discusses future approaches to funding

Written By Hannah Walden, USG Beat Writer December 5, 2017

Student government conducted their second to last meeting of the semester by discussing future funding periods and internal procedures. During the Treasurer’s Report, United Student Government (USG)...

Playhouse gathering favorite memories from Oakland site

Written By Nicole Pampena, Co-News Editor November 28, 2017

Point Park’s conservatory is asking its alumni, staff, current students and the public to submit their favorite memory of the Oakland Pittsburgh Playhouse ahead of its closure in June 2018. According...

Table Top Tirade ends semester with marathon event

Written By Robert Berger, Co-News Editor November 28, 2017

This weekend, the gaming club at Point Park will wrap up the semester with two final events. Table Top Tirade will kick the weekend off with their final tournament of “Magic: The Gathering.” Every...

USG faces three resignations ahead of semester’s end

Written By Hannah Walden, USG Beat Writer November 28, 2017

United Student Government (USG) President Pro-Tempore Daniel Murphy along with two senators have resigned from their positions effective immediately. According to a USG press release, Murphy served as...

Pompeani father-daughter duo returns to alma mater for talk on TV industry

Written By Robert Berger, Co-News Editor November 21, 2017

Students and faculty filled the Lawrence Hall Ballroom last Tuesday to hear Bob and Celina Pompeani share advice on broadcasting and the current state of the industry. “I always look forward to coming...

Student government swears in new vice president, senators-at-large

Student government swears in new vice president, senators-at-large

Written By Hannah Walden, USG Beat Writer November 14, 2017

United Student Government (USG) President Bobby Bertha appointed Senator Kaylee Kearns as vice president. According to a USG press release announcing her nomination Friday, Kearns is a sophomore sports,...

Chris Ruddy, also known as the “Trump Whisperer,” talks in a Q&A session with Andrew Conte, 
Director of the CMI, at the Pittsburgh Playhouse Wednesday as part of Point Park’s Talk Back Series.

Christopher Ruddy discusses state of journalism, Trump administration

Written By Nicole Pampena, Co-News Editor November 14, 2017

Christopher Ruddy, founder and CEO of Newsmax Media Inc., discussed his career in the media and friendship with President Donald Trump during his appearance that was met with a silent protest at the Pittsburgh...

The Criminal Justice Club delivered cakes to local police departments.

Criminal Justice Club shows appreciation to local law enforcement

Written By Kayla Snyder, Co-Copy Desk Chief November 14, 2017

Last year, members of the Criminal Justice Club started an initiative to deliver cakes to different police zones around Pittsburgh to show their appreciation for law enforcement officials. This year,...

Students met on Nov. 2 to make signs for the silent protest and write on post-its why they are against Ruddy speaking.

“Trump whisperer” Christopher Ruddy to speak at Playhouse

Written By Nicole Pampena, Co-News Editor November 7, 2017

Right-wing media pioneer Christopher Ruddy will speak tonight at the Pittsburgh Playhouse about his company Newsmax Media Inc. as well as his experiences as a friend of President Trump. The event is...

Former Head Coach, Mike Bruno, talks to his team about a new strategy during a timeout against WV Wesleyan last year. Bruno was fired on Friday.

Volleyball coach let go ahead of RSC tournament

Written By Josh Croup, Co-Sports Editor November 7, 2017

Mike Bruno was fired Friday as the head volleyball coach, the Athletic Department announced. Officials declined to comment on specifics of the decision and players approached by the Globe declined to comment...

Scaffolding surrounds subway on the corner of Fourth Avenue and Wood Street. Subway is supposed to close in late December.

Wood Street Subway to close this December

Written By Sarah Gibson, Copy Editor November 7, 2017

For certain Point Park students, it will soon be time to start looking for a new place to dine close to campus. The Subway at the corner of Wood Street and Fourth Avenue is closing its doors for good in...

USG Vice President resigns, replacement to be announced

Written By Hannah Walden, USG Beat Writer November 7, 2017

Vice President Davion Heron resigned from his position on Friday, Nov. 3, effective immediately. According to a press release from the United Student Government (USG), Heron cited personal reasons, and...

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