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Point Park University's Student-Run Newspaper

Point Park Globe
Point Park University's Student-Run Newspaper

Point Park Globe
Cassandra Harris

Cassandra Harris, Co-Editor-in-Chief

Cassandra Harris began writing for The Globe in the Fall of 2022. She began as a staff writer and Student Government Association beat writer. After working for a semester, she became a news editor in the spring of 2023. Harris was voted Editor-Elect in the Fall of 2023 and was editor-in-chief in Fall 2024. Harris is the current co-editor-in-chief.

All content by Cassandra Harris

‘Burgh Bites: The best bites from this academic year

Written By Cassandra Harris, Co-Editor-in-Chief
April 16, 2025
Christian Rangel was elected SGA president and Maddigan Balfe was elected SGA vice president on Tuesday, April 8. Photos courtesy of Christian Rangel and Maddigan Balfe.

Rangel and Balfe sworn in to lead SGA

Written By Cassandra Harris, Co-Editor-in-Chief
April 16, 2025
SGA President Kyle Maclaughlin (left) and Vice President Dillon Peterson (right) pose for a photo after SGA's final meeting.

[Photo] Outgoing SGA president and vice president talk about their accomplishments, hopes for next year’s administration

Written By Gavin Petrone, Co-News Editor
April 16, 2025
The Taylor Gang breakfast sandwich, named after Wiz Khalifa's entertainment group, is partnered with a side of home fries.

‘Burgh Bites: Lola’s Eatery: Pricey but delicious

Written By Cassandra Harris, Co-Editor-in-Chief
April 9, 2025
A selection of breakfast food at the Nook sits on a table.

‘Burgh Bites: The Nook: Trypophobia trigger warning

Written By Cassandra Harris, Co-Editor-in-Chief
April 2, 2025
President Chris Brussalis closes out the Pioneer Perspectives meeting with a Q&A based on the presentations.

New Dean, Welcome Center and Employee Engagement Survey at Pioneer Perspectives meeting

Written By Cassandra Harris, Co-Editor-in-Chief
April 2, 2025
The Philly cheesesteak grilled cheese lays next to tomato soup at Melt'd, where it's available with a combo.

‘Burgh Bites: Melt’d: An overpowering amount of barbecue

Written By Cassandra Harris, Co-Editor-in-Chief
March 26, 2025
Kevin Robinson (left) plays a game of chess against Marc Palombo (right). Courtesy of Marc Palombo

Former SGA president books commercial with Ohio Lottery

Written By Cassandra Harris, Co-Editor-in-Chief
March 26, 2025
Port Authority buses line up along the Sixth Street station.

[Photo] PRT may slash service, raise fare

Written By Carson Folio, Co-Editor-in-Chief
March 26, 2025
The chocolate chip ice cream sandwich from Page's Dairy Mart is not like gas station ice cream sandwiches.

‘Burgh Bites: Page’s Dairy Mart: Saucy South Side hot dog

Written By Cassandra Harris, Co-Editor-in-Chief
March 19, 2025
The Belgian Waffle sits on a plate with dispersed powdered sugar and a cup of hot coffee.

‘Burgh Bites: Nicky’s Grant Street: A 40 cent overcharge

Written By Cassandra Harris, Co-Editor-in-Chief
March 12, 2025

You should begin your April garden inside your dorm

Written By Cassandra Harris, Co-Editor-in-Chief
March 12, 2025

Student Government Association shows support for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives on campus

Written By Cassandra Harris, Co-Editor-in-Chief
March 12, 2025
The front entrance of West Penn Hall with the doors open in December 2024.

[Photo] Man accused of trespassing in West Penn Hall enters plea deal

Written By Carson Folio, Co-Editor-in-Chief
March 12, 2025
Pittsburgh police walk along the crime scene of the shooting.

Shooting on Smithfield Street injures teenager

Written By Cassandra Harris, Co-Editor-in-Chief
March 5, 2025
The platter one, which cost $15.99, comes with lamb and chicken tikka, rice, cucumber sauce and a side of yogurt cucumber salad.

‘Burgh Bites: Rosewater Middle Eastern Grill: Dry meat pie and cinnamon rice

Written By Cassandra Harris, Co-Editor-in-Chief
March 5, 2025
Food from Wise Country Biscuits and Cafe sits on a table. The restaurant is located in Allegheny West.

‘Burgh Bites: Wise Country Biscuits has cheap and tasty eats

Written By Cassandra Harris, Co-Editor-in-Chief
February 19, 2025
A fork full of chicken and broccoli pasta sits on a table.

‘Burgh Bites: Giovanni’s Pizza: The buffalo burns badly

Written By Cassandra Harris, For The Globe
February 12, 2025
The exterior of Point Perk as seen from Wood Street. The on-campus coffee shop had its hours adjusted this week.

[Photo] Point Perk gets new hours of operation

Written By Peyton Martin, Co-News Editor
February 12, 2025
The Bondila paired with Gaucho’s house salad which was drenched in vinaigrette on a plate.

‘Burgh Bites: Gaucho Parilla: High stakes dining

Written By Cassandra Harris, For The Globe
February 5, 2025
Audrey and Bella, a duo of Paranormal Investigators with a YouTube channel, monitor a room in Lawrence Hall.

Paranormal Investigative YouTubers ‘Audrey and Bella’ search Point Park campus for the ‘Shuffler’

Written By Cassandra Harris, Editor-in-Chief
February 5, 2025

‘Burgh Bites: Pigeon Bagels: Cream cheese and a foul Vox sandwich

Written By Cassandra Harris, For The Globe
January 29, 2025

Letter from the Editor

Written By Cassandra Harris, For The Globe
January 29, 2025

Should we be concerned about media censorship in a Trump era?

Written By Cassandra Harris, Editor-in-Chief
January 22, 2025
A cup of coffee that costs $5.25 sits on a table at The Speckled Egg inside the Union building Downtown.

‘Burgh Bites: The Speckled Egg: A classy dining experience

Written By Cassandra Harris, Editor-in-Chief
January 22, 2025
(Top to bottom) A slice of cheese, sliced sausage, chorizo crispy onion, pepperoni, bruschetta, pepperoni and ham with mini pepperoni all sit on a table with ranch and a bottle of Joe's lemon tea at Benny Fierro's Pizza.

‘Burgh Bites: Benny’s Pizza: An affordable late night option

Written By Cassandra Harris, Editor-in-Chief
January 15, 2025
Conservatory of Performing Arts students performed RENT at the University's Pittsburgh Playhouse.

Administration transforms COPA departments into schools

Written By Cassandra Harris, Editor-in-Chief
January 7, 2025
(Left to right) Spicy chicken dip, salted tortilla chips, fried chicken, spoonbread and a BLT sandwich are set onto a table at The Eagle.

Burgh Bites at The Eagle: Chewy fried chicken

Written By Cassandra Harris, Editor-in-Chief
December 4, 2024
A Peoples Gas truck sits on Wood Street in front of West Penn with workers going in and out of the vehicle.

Gas leak shuts down West Penn

Written By Cassandra Harris, Editor-in-Chief
December 4, 2024
(Top to bottom) Fresh dumplings, pork rib noodle soup, and minced pork over rice and egg.

Burgh Bites: Everyday Noodles’ exploding soup dumplings

Written By Cassandra Harris, Editor-in-Chief
November 20, 2024

Students: respect your professors

Written By Cassandra Harris, Editor-in-Chief
November 20, 2024
(left to right) The thai tea, mango smoothie, brown sugar milk tea, wild berry tea and black & gold tea sit in front of a book shelf.

Burgh Bites: The boba at Fuku Tea slaps

Written By Cassandra Harris, Editor-in-Chief
November 13, 2024
Trump is Back

Trump is Back

Written By Cassandra Harris, Editor-in-Chief
November 7, 2024
(Left to right) The broccoli and cheddar omelet, croissant french toast, corned beef hash and strawberry hotcakes sit on a table at the diner.

‘Burgh Bites: Obama was right about Pamela’s Diner

Written By Cassandra Harris, Editor-in-Chief
November 7, 2024
Jill Stein stands inside her office on Forbes Avenue during an interview.

[Photo] EXCLUSIVE: Jill Stein wins 588,375 votes

Written By Gavin Petrone, News Editor
November 7, 2024
An assortment of bagged candies sit on a desk in the Globe office;

Burgh Bites: Target’s Halloween sweets

Written By Cassandra Harris, Editor-in-Chief
October 30, 2024

FIRE ALARM SET OFF AT RENEWAL INC.

Written By Cassandra Harris, Editor-in-Chief
October 23, 2024
The menu for Condado’s Tacos taken on Sunday, where it serves custom tacos, tequila and margaritas.

Burgh Bites: Condado Tacos serves Caucasian Concoctions

Written By Cassandra Harris, Editor-in-Chief
October 23, 2024

FIRE ON LIBERTY AVENUE

Written By Cassandra Harris, Editor-in-Chief
October 23, 2024
Governor Tim Walz of Minnesota speaks to rallygoers at Acrisure Stadium in front of a backdrop of supporters.

[Photo] Vice-presidential candidate Tim Walz makes campaign stop in Pittsburgh

Written By Carson Folio, Editor-Elect
October 17, 2024

Parking in the Mon Wharf isn’t as scary as it seems

Written By Cassandra Harris, Editor-in-Chief
October 16, 2024
Obama rallies for Harris in Pittsburgh

Obama rallies for Harris in Pittsburgh

Written By Cassandra Harris, Editor-in-Chief
October 16, 2024
(Front to back) The meat lover's pizza, the jumbo chicken, French fries, Mac and cheese, strawberry milkshake and garden salad from the BERG.

Burgh Bites: The BERG in PPG replaces Chicken Guy

Written By Cassandra Harris, Editor-in-Chief
October 16, 2024
Bob O'Gara, Helen Fallon and Jan Getz relax in Amsterdam during a trip in 2016. Submitted to The Globe by Helen Fallon

Professors remember professor Bob O’Gara

Written By Cassandra Harris, Editor-in-Chief
October 16, 2024

Burgh Bites: Pair Charcuterie has tasty cheese

Written By Cassandra Harris, Editor-in-Chief
October 9, 2024
(Left to right) Delaney Pittman, Zoe Cybulski, Madigan Balfe, Kyle MacLaughlin and Dillion Peterson.

[Photo] Two political clubs host post-debate discussion

Written By Carson Folio, Editor-Elect
October 9, 2024

Burgh Bites: Cafe Momentum exceeds expectations

Written By Cassandra Harris, Editor-in-Chief
October 2, 2024

‘NEWSAPALOOZA’ HAPPENS IN THE PITTSBURGH PLAYHOUSE

Written By Caleb McCartney and Cassandra Harris
October 2, 2024
(top) Street noodle one, (bottom) see yew noodles with level two spice.

Burgh Bites: Noodle Head, Spicy Noods

Written By Cassandra Harris, Editor-in-chief
September 25, 2024

Full-time faculty take to Wood Street to protest stalled contact bargaining

Written By Gavin Petrone, Cassandra Harris, and Michelangelo Pellis
September 25, 2024
A table with the tavern dip (center), Pittsburgher (top right), mac and cheese (bottom) and wings (left) at the Forbes Tavern on Forbes Avenue.

Forbes Tavern: Don’t get the Dip

Written By Cassandra Harris, Editor-in-Chief
September 18, 2024

Full-Time faculty union still without fair contract

Written By Cassandra Harris, Editor-in-Chief
September 18, 2024
A turnstile in the student center that is still stuck open.

[Photo] ID center shifts to public safety department

Written By Michelangelo Pellis, Co-News Editor
September 18, 2024
An order of chicken wings from Point Perk, one of their new menu items.

‘Burgh Bites: Point Perk – RIP Black Diamond

Written By Cassandra Harris, Editor-In-Chief
September 11, 2024
An assortment of merchandise displayed last Spring. The Bison Book Bundle is to make more merchandise available in the store.

Students cannot afford Point Park bookstore prices

Written By Cassandra Harris, Editor-in-Chief
September 5, 2024

That’s Camp: Fireside snacks and ‘Pitch Perfect’

Written By Cassandra Harris
September 5, 2024
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