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
SGA Senators Bee Pugh and Hunter Bradley talk during the Nov. 18 SGA meeting.

SGA talks public safety

Written By Peyton Martin, SGA Beat Writer • November 20, 2024
Safety concerns were the main topic of the SGA meeting on Nov. 18, referring to several recent incidents involving students in parts of Downtown. 

Police chase speeds by campus; one man arrested

Written By Carson Folio, Editor-Elect • November 13, 2024
Pittsburgh and Allegheny County police pursued a Chevrolet Silverado that circled around the city and I-379 in light to medium traffic for nearly half an hour at speeds reaching nearly 100 mph, with the chase being visible from campus.
Senator-elect Dave McCormick campaigns at Trump's Butler return rally before Election Day.

Dave McCormick beats Bob Casey for Senate

Written By Gavin Petrone, News-Editor • November 13, 2024
Following a country-wide GOP sweep of the electorate last Tuesday night, Democrat incumbent Bob Casey lost his re-election bid to Republican challenger Dave McCormick.
Provost Michael Soto talks about a possible accredited hours update.

SGA: Provost Soto proposes shorter classes

Written By Peyton Martin, SGA Beat Writer • November 13, 2024
After not having a meeting last week, the Student Government Association (SGA) invited Provost Michael Soto as a guest speaker on Monday, Nov. 11.  
Workers with Fowler Laundry Services unload washers and dryers off a truck.

New washers and dryers on campus

Written By Carson Folio, Editor-Elect • November 13, 2024
The days of going to the laundry room on your floor only to find that at least one of the machines is broken may finally be over.
Trump is Back

Trump is Back

Written By Cassandra Harris, Editor-in-Chief • November 7, 2024
Out of all the 67 counties in Pennsylvania, eight turned blue on Tuesday, signifying that voters for President-Elect Donald Trump flipped the swing state red.
GOVERNOR JOSH SHAPIRO TALKS 'OPPORTUNITY ECONOMY'

GOVERNOR JOSH SHAPIRO TALKS ‘OPPORTUNITY ECONOMY’

Written By Caleb McCartney, Co-Photo Editor • November 7, 2024

Local leaders and supporters joined Governor Josh Shapiro at an opportunity economy event for Vice President Harris and PA Democrats at Duolingo Headquarters. Photos by Caleb McCartney

Cause of fire alarm malfunction unclear

Written By Carson Folio, Editor-Elect • November 7, 2024
The fire alarm system in Lawrence Hall malfunctioned and was stuck playing a loud tone around 3 a.m. on Sunday, Nov. 3.

Building inspection reveals facility issues

Written By Carson Folio, Editor-Elect • November 7, 2024
Pittsburgh’s AgencyCounter, a portal that allows people to view planning applications, building permits, enforcement cases and other documents processed by Pittsburgh officials, shows that nearly all buildings on campus have had new building permits and at least one building inspection violation in the past four years.Most of these problems are minor or do not affect students. One problem that does, however, is the lack of headlines on the Center for Media Innovation (CMI)’s news ticker. This is due to troubles with the Zoning Board.
SCARLETT JOHANSSON CANVASSES FOR HARRIS

SCARLETT JOHANSSON CANVASSES FOR HARRIS

Written By Caleb McCartney, Co-Photo Editor • November 7, 2024
Actress Scarlett Johansson and Second Lady of Pennsylvania Blayre Holmes Davis joined Pittsburgh in a canvas launch for Vice President Kamala Harris Sunday afternoon at the Harris Walz Campaign’s East Liberty Headquarters just two days before the election.
Kamala Harris speaks at the Carrie Blast Furnace

Harris holds election eve rally in Pittsburgh with musicians

Written By Gavin Petrone, News Editor • November 7, 2024
Kamala Harris’ campaign made its penultimate stop in Rankin at the Carrie Furnaces on Monday, Nov. 4, with musical features from Andra Day and Katy Perry.

EXCLUSIVE: Jill Stein wins 588,375 votes

Written By Gavin Petrone, News Editor • November 7, 2024
On Halloween, six days before the 2024 election, Green Party nominee Jill Stein visited her office on Forbes Avenue in Oakland for a brief meet-and-greet and rally.
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