In defense of pigeons: A lesson in respect and tolerance
Written By Emily Yurchison
April 11, 2017
Filed under OPINIONS
There’s a lot to talk about in the day to day political climate. Bombings, elections, air strikes, Supreme Court justices. The list goes on, and painfully so. But instead of talking about those things, I’m going to take a breather, hop onto a new soapbox and speak in defense of something a little...
The Globe’s Point – Non-required reading
Written By Editorial Board
April 11, 2017
Filed under OPINIONS
In the similar fashion of LinkedIn profiles, the theory that you must drink eight glasses of water a day and “shirt and shoes required” signs of establishments at the beach, college textbooks just truly are not required. It can seem this way, anyways. You can only stand so many emails from professors...
The Globe’s Point – USG elections — have your voice heard
Written By Editorial Board
April 4, 2017
Filed under OPINIONS
The United Student Government (USG) is something we cover every week on our front page. We even took the time this semester to profile the vice presidential and presidential candidates in our news section. This week we bring you a ‘visual ballot’ of everyone running for office. Why this much coverage?...
At least women have a choice;
Written By Nikole Kost, Features Photo Editor
April 4, 2017
Filed under OPINIONS
Since the U.S. Supreme Court’s Roe V. Wade in 1973, federal law has protected a woman’s right to choose if she wants an abortion. I personally believe that a woman has the right to make her own choices regarding her body. Yes, common belief is that abortion is the “easy” way out of the mistake...
In our time of sublime rebirth: the best and worst things about spring
Written By Iain Oldman, Staff Writer
April 4, 2017
Filed under OPINIONS
The March 20 passing of the 2017 spring equinox brought the casual fanfare and celebration that we have learned to culturally associate with the year’s first warm season. Spring, the rebirth, the renaissance season, the physical manifestation of humankind’s warming hearts and enduring spirit, is...
Trump’s budget plan leaves little to the imagination
Written By Lauren Ortego, Co-Copy Desk Chief
March 28, 2017
Filed under OPINIONS
Recently, President Trump has announced his first budget plan revealing which government-funded programs will lose or gain funding, effectively showing Americans, and the world, what he and his administration value most. Under Trump’s proposed budget plan, and I remind you that this is just his...
The Globe’s Point – Breaking the silence on a tough subject
Written By Editorial Board
March 28, 2017
Filed under OPINIONS
This Friday, a concert is taking place at the Playhouse. We think you should go. It’s free for Point Park students, the bands are probably going to be pretty solid, and more than that – the event’s purpose is to raise awareness for sexual violence. This live music event is in direct collaboration...
Admitting I was wrong: a right-wing conservative renounces Trump support
Written By Jordan Slobodinsky, Co-Opinions Editor
March 28, 2017
Filed under OPINIONS
Perhaps my expectations were too high when I voted for Donald Trump. I wanted a safer, stronger and more united America. What I have experienced over these last few months is nothing short of disappointment in how the leader of our country has carried himself. What I am really trying to say is that...
The corner of real and world provides uncomfortable situation for students
Written By Josh Croup, Co-Sports Editor
March 21, 2017
Filed under OPINIONS
Hey people of Pittsburgh: get over yourselves. Now that I have your attention, here’s an editorial based mostly on built up emotions and frustrations. I love this city. Pittsburgh is why I chose to spend four years at Point Park University. The school had its perks, but the city ultimately sold...
The Globe’s Point – Inform yourself before USG elections
Written By Editorial Board
March 21, 2017
Filed under OPINIONS
Beginning this week, we at the Globe are publishing profiles on our candidates for vice-president and president of our United Student Government. What is the purpose behind devoting an entire page of our news section to these profiles? We want to help inform the electorat. That means you – the student...
It’s not easy being green: a concerned student’s plea for sustainability
Written By Mei Lu Barnum
March 21, 2017
Filed under OPINIONS
Are you fed up with being promised storms that only produce a sprinkling and don’t cancel classes for the day? Maybe not, but if the fluctuating weather in March and the petrified daffodils in Village Park don’t sadden you enough--maybe the whispers of climate change do. Now, all political views...
The Globe’s Point – Less than “Stella” news
Written By Editorial Board
March 15, 2017
Filed under OPINIONS
It’s that time of year again in Pittsburgh– sweet, sweet springtime. Birds are chirping and the sun is shining. And by spring we mean an austere winter and by birds we mean feral pigeons. Big snow is coming, and it’s looking pretty bleak. Three to six inches are expected to hit the greater...
