Two political clubs host post-debate discussion

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

Members of the Point Park Political Science Association (PPPSA) and the University’s BridgeUSA chapter held a vice-presidential debate watch party for students to discuss the first and only debate between Senator J.D Vance (R) and Governor Tim Walz (D).

“POINTGIRL Issue 3” by Adrian Y Lozano-Rea

Written By Adrian Y Lozano-Rea • October 9, 2024

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TRUMP REVISITS FAIRGROUND WHERE HE WAS NEARLY KILLED

Written By Caleb McCartney, Co-Photo Editor • October 9, 2024

‘The Trees’ soon to hit the Pittsburgh Playhouse

Written By Robert Fornataro, Co Features/A&E Editor • October 9, 2024

The upcoming production of “The Trees” at the Pittsburgh Playhouse is almost here and promises to be a unique and thought-provoking experience. Written by Agnes Borinsky and under the direction of Adil Mansoor, the play follows two siblings whose feet are mysteriously rooted in the ground. This forces them to reflect on their identity and connections as the world moves on around them.  

Women’s soccer ties match with late goal

Written By Brynn Rees, Sports Editor • October 9, 2024

The Point Park women’s soccer team pulled off a 2-2 draw after a last minute goal against the Glenville State Pioneers on Sunday, Oct. 6, in Glenville, West Virginia. 

Men’s soccer shuts out Davis & Elkins

Written By Megan Lukitsch, Staff Writer • October 9, 2024

In the Pioneers’ match against the Davis & Elkins Senators, tight defense was the name of the game for the majority of the first half. 

This is where you should get your water on campus

Written By Carson Folio, Editor-elect • October 9, 2024

Whenever you’re head ing to class with all your learning essentials - laptop, pen, textbooks, and anything else you throw in your bookbag, don’t ever forget your water bottle. Hydrating during class and outside your learning time is paramount to staying healthy.

Grant delays stall refund checks for students

Written By Rachel Ross, Co Features/A&E Editor • October 9, 2024

Delays in PA State Grant disbursement are preventing college students from receiving refund checks from their private loan servicers after procedure changes cause statewide disruption.  

Volleyball swept in first conference loss

Written By Edmee Idalis, Staff Writer • October 9, 2024

The Point Park Pioneers volleyball team faced their first conference loss against the Wheeling University Cardinals on Friday, Oct. 4 in the Alma Grace McDonough Center. The Cardinals won 3-0 on their home turf.  

New wellness vending machine in Student Center

Written By Michael Klug, Co-Photo Editor • October 2, 2024

When it comes to health products, buying them at stores can be expensive. For this reason, some students can’t afford certain health products like medicine or contraceptives.

SGA grants clubs new ‘official’ status for fall

Written By Peyton Martin, SGA Beat Writer • October 2, 2024

This week’s Student Government Association (SGA) meeting put recognizing a couple clubs to a vote. One of those clubs is Point Park Bible Study for Athletes.  

Burgh Bites: Cafe Momentum exceeds expectations

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

Instead of only doing a food review this week, I decided to learn more about Cafe Momentum, a restaurant and non-profit in Market Square. Not only did I taste the food, but I also learned about its mission of providing kids 15 to 19 years old, affected by the juvenile system within the last 12 months, with paid internships.