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

Pittsburghers Need to Dance at Concerts

Written By Ethan Rowinski, For The Globe • September 25, 2024
Pittsburgh, although it may not seem like it, is a thriving music city. The city has a rich history in jazz, orchestral music and rock, along with a currently-thriving underground scene full of every genre. From alt-indie, to experimental noise electronic, Pittsburgh is home to fantastic music.

Infrastructure challenges don’t let people drive carefully

Written By Michael Klug, Co-Photo Editor • September 25, 2024
If you have ever crossed the Boulevard of the Allies, you might have had an experience where the walk sign was on for you to cross and, midway through, a random car turns and almost hits you. Unfortunately, that happens a lot on campus and it’s because Pittsburgh’s infrastructure sucks.

Student Fitness Center is far below NCAA standards

Written By Gavin Petrone, Co-News Editor • September 18, 2024
This year, Point Park has proven to be extremely eager for change and facility upgrades.

Globe’s Point: Tradition does not always equal prosperity

September 18, 2024
Have you noticed anything different with the front page in the past three issues? 

We need to resolve the media literacy crisis

Written By August Stephens, Opinions Editor • September 18, 2024
There is avid discourse regarding the education of former and current students in secondary education, and whether or not they receive media literacy training. In online circles, educators and parents alike are speaking out about struggles children are facing in academic environments. The younger generation, Generation Alpha, are being enrolled in schools before learning how to read or hold a pencil. 
A headshot of Bob Ross standing in village park. Photo courtesy of Point Park University

Letter to the Editor: Professor Bob Ross responds to Rullo

Written By Robert Ross • September 18, 2024

To the Editor, I was dismayed to read the September 12 letter to the editor by David Rullo, a Point Park alumnus and staff writer for The Pittsburgh Jewish Chronicle. The ostensible purpose of Rullo’s...

Letter to the Editor: Response to coverage of Gaza-Israel conflict

Written By David Rullo • September 12, 2024
I attended Point Park College during its pre-halcyon existence in the 1990s. The school, not yet a university, seemed to operate in a constant state of anxiety, unsure if it would remain independent and open.

Letter to the Editor: University President wants to reduce costs

Written By Chris Brussalis • September 11, 2024
I liked your recent Globe article on bookstore prices. Making supplies, food, and clothing more accessible and affordable to our students, faculty, and staff has been a priority of mine since I became president.

Globe’s Point: We are a valued institution and it’s time to write like one

September 11, 2024
This week, The Globe’s point is responding to a letter to the editor written by David Rullo, a published author and senior staff writer at the Pittsburgh Jewish Chronicle.

Point Park needs a studio art program

Written By August Stephens, Opinions Editor • September 11, 2024
The University has a gap in their academic offerings, and a studio arts program could diversify and financially benefit the Point Park community.
The Student Health Center on the third floor of the Student Center.

Campus events need to have medically trained people present

Written By Sydney Dabney, For The Globe • September 11, 2024
Campus-held events are generally thought to be safe for everyone. Although Point Park is located in the heart of downtown Pittsburgh we have the right to feel safe in its parameters.

Artificial Intelligence should be a tool

Written By August Stephens, Opinions Editor • September 5, 2024
As a student, the word “artificial intelligence” seems to carry a decent amount of buzz.
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