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Point Park University's Student-Run Newspaper

Point Park Globe

Point Park University's Student-Run Newspaper

Point Park Globe

Chloe Williams, Aichata Ballo, Emma Pavalek, Ari Blenda and Alexis Giles huddle between plays versus West Virginia State on Jan.11 at home.

Women’s basketball secures MEC win

Written By Brynn Rees, Sports Editor January 15, 2025
Point Park women’s basketball defeated West Virginia State 76-65 on Saturday to earn its first home Mountain East Conference win in the CCAC-Allegheny Gymnasium.
Thea Smith, Susie Iannitelli, Morgan Bakos and Dakota Nicholson take turns doing chest compressions. 

Submitted by Sydney Rendahl

Student Health Center offers CPR classes to students

Written By Michael Klug, Website/Co-Opinions Editor January 15, 2025
When it comes to life-saving techniques, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) is one of the many kinds of ways to save a life. Now, students are able to get certified, alongside faculty and staff who are also able to get CPR certified on campus by taking one class.
A poster for "Flow" at the Harris Theater on Liberty Avenue.

Flow: A breath of fresh air

Written By Ethan Rowinski, Staff Writer January 15, 2025
There were six films nominated for Best Animated Feature at this year’s Golden Globe ceremony. Of the nominees, two of those movies were sequels, one was a film in an already-established franchise, one was a novel adaptation, and only two were fully original products. Of these original works, one was the stop-motion dramedy “Memoir of a Snail,” and the other was the ultimate winner of the award: “Flow.”  
The "Mad and Cheese" bowl from Mad Chicken sits on a table, uneaten.

Burgh Bites: Mad Chicken, not mid chicken

Written By Carson Folio, Editor-Elect January 8, 2025
It’s no secret that Pittsburgh is almost in an oversupply of fried chicken spots that all have exceptional food. Some are national chains like Raising Canes and The Eagle, while others like CHiKN and Wings and a Prayer are exclusive to Allegheny County.
Richard Nartey Jr. stands at the corner of Fourth Avenue and Wood Street in the middle of downtown Pittsburgh near Point Park University.

Pioneer Public: Alt rapper R1 Official

Written By Michael Klug, Website/Opinions Editor January 8, 2025
At Point Park, multiple students and instructors are involved in the music scene. Richard Nartey Jr., who goes by his stage name “R1 Official,” is one of many students who has taken up a lifestyle in music. 

Day of Giving raises money for campus community

Written By Peyton Martin, Co-News Editor January 8, 2025
Last year, Point Park University held its Day of Giving event on Nov. 14. The Day of Giving is a 24-hour celebration of community, philanthropy and the desire to promote the welfare of others, expressed primarily by the generous donation of money to compelling causes.  
Students walk on the sidewalk of Wood Street, which has had sidewalk clings placed down to identify parts of campus since Picklesburgh in 2024.

Point Park sidewalk clings elicit positive feedback

Written By Melissa Garlock, Staff Writer January 8, 2025
Point Park’s main appeal and iconic slogans typically mention the campus’ unique location: downtown Pittsburgh. With ownership of and affiliation to over 15 properties in the heart of the city, the University dominates downtown Pittsburgh’s footprints.