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Point Park University's Student-Run Newspaper

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Point Park University's Student-Run Newspaper

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Former Provost Soto’s plans still in motion

Written By Peyton Martin, Co-News Editor • January 15, 2025
The Student Government Association (SGA) meeting on Monday discussed the effects of Provost Michael Soto departing from the university. Despite Soto departing from his role, the plans he discussed with SGA are still in the process of moving forward, said SGA President Kyle MacLaughlin.  
Provost Michael Soto discusses a later start date for the spring semester in the future.

SGA and Soto discuss potential changes to academic calendar

Written By Peyton Martin, SGA Beat Writer • December 4, 2024
Provost Michael Soto discussed the possibility of adjusting the academic calendar Monday at The Student Government Association’s (SGA) weekly meeting as a guest speaker. 
SGA Senators Bee Pugh and Hunter Bradley talk during the Nov. 18 SGA meeting.

SGA talks public safety

Written By Peyton Martin, SGA Beat Writer • November 20, 2024
Safety concerns were the main topic of the SGA meeting on Nov. 18, referring to several recent incidents involving students in parts of Downtown. 
Provost Michael Soto talks about a possible accredited hours update.

SGA: Provost Soto proposes shorter classes

Written By Peyton Martin, SGA Beat Writer • November 13, 2024
After not having a meeting last week, the Student Government Association (SGA) invited Provost Michael Soto as a guest speaker on Monday, Nov. 11.  

SGA HOLDS COSTUME PARTY WITH SENATORS

Written By Peyton Martin, SGA Beat Writer • October 30, 2024

The Student Government Association (SGA) meeting on Oct. 28 had no new or old business that needed to be discussed. After a few updates from senators, members of the executive cabinet, and committees,...

Drew Williams, a senior animation major and SGA senator attends the meeting.

SGA meets over emergency funding

Written By Peyton Martin, SGA Beat Writer • October 23, 2024
The Student Government Association (SGA) meeting on Monday, Oct. 21, had guest speakers from the Coalition of Christian Outreach (CCO) present to discuss emergency funding from the club.  

SGA approves constitution and distributes money for clubs

Written By Peyton Martin, SGA Beat Writer • October 16, 2024
During the Student Government Association (SGA) meeting this week, one club had its’ constitution approved.

SGA approves new club and discusses new committee

Written By Peyton Martin, SGA Beat Writer • October 9, 2024
During the meeting’s first open floor, first-year senators Zarrick Plizga and Madison Pickett presented a new idea for a Student Government Association (SGA) Health and Safety committee.  

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.  

SGA swears in new senators, invites faculty union member

Written By Peyton Martin, SGA Beat Writer • September 25, 2024
This week’s Student Government Association (SGA) Meeting, on Sep. 23, brought up the issue of faculty contracts with guest speaker Dr. J. Dwight Hines. 
SGA presidental candidates debate in Lawrence Hall 200 on Monday, March 18. The debate was moderated by junior Carsen Brunn.

President and vice president candidates for SGA square off in debate

Written By Erin Yudt and Gavin Petrone • March 20, 2024

Candidates for next academic year’s president and vice-president for the Student Government Association (SGA) held a debate in Lawrence Hall 200 this Monday to discuss key reasons for running and plans...

SGA prepares for upcoming elections following new resolution

Written By Gavin Petrone, News Editor • March 20, 2024

On Monday, Feb. 19, SGA held a meeting to discuss their upcoming elections ahead of spring break, debating how students should cast their ballots.   Following the passing of Resolution BL.02122024,...

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