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

From the sunshine state to the steel city

From the sunshine state to the steel city

Written By Mary Anne Doggett, Staff Photographer April 18, 2017

One of the unique aspects of Point Park is the large diversity among our students, of which admissions staff and professors seem to be very proud. But how do the students feel about it? What is it like...

Saying goodbye...a farewell letter from USG President Blaine King

Saying goodbye…a farewell letter from USG President Blaine King

Written By Blaine King April 18, 2017

With the end of the semester being right around the corner and with my term as the United Student Government President coming to an end, I wanted to take the time to thank you all for the support and trust...

Fighting back against fake news

Fighting back against fake news

Written By Kayla Snyder, Co-News Editor April 18, 2017

Chances are if you’re scrolling through your Facebook page, you’re bound to see something that catches your eye. When you click on that link, you’re taken to a website that seems credible. You continue...

Why identifying as an intersectional feminist is important

Why identifying as an intersectional feminist is important

Written By Autumn Barszczowski, Business Manager April 11, 2017

In the aftermath of the women’s marches, how do women expand the feminist movement? The further we venture into Donald Trump’s presidency, the more I realize that we need to start a conversation...

In defense of pigeons: A lesson in respect and tolerance

In defense of pigeons: A lesson in respect and tolerance

Written By Emily Yurchison April 11, 2017

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,...

The Globes Point - Non-required reading

The Globe’s Point – Non-required reading

Written By Editorial Board April 11, 2017

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...

The Globes Point - USG elections -- have your voice heard

The Globe’s Point – USG elections — have your voice heard

Written By Editorial Board April 4, 2017

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....

At least women have a choice;

At least women have a choice;

Written By Nikole Kost, Features Photo Editor April 4, 2017

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...

In our time of sublime rebirth: the best and worst things about spring

In our time of sublime rebirth: the best and worst things about spring

Written By Iain Oldman, Staff Writer April 4, 2017

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...

Trump’s budget plan leaves little to the imagination

Trump’s budget plan leaves little to the imagination

Written By Lauren Ortego, Co-Copy Desk Chief March 28, 2017

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...

The Globes Point - Breaking the silence on a tough subject

The Globe’s Point – Breaking the silence on a tough subject

Written By Editorial Board March 28, 2017

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...

Admitting I was wrong: a right-wing conservative renounces Trump support

Admitting I was wrong: a right-wing conservative renounces Trump support

Written By Jordan Slobodinsky, Co-Opinions Editor March 28, 2017

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...

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