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Right-side hitter Olivia Babcock (5) serves the ball during the Pitt volleyball game against Clemson at the Fitzgerald Field House on Oct. 3, 2025.

Panthers take down the Wolverines and advance to the Sweet 16

By Ava Nicholas, Senior Staff Writer

People’s Gas Holiday Market in downtown Pittsburgh.

The Peoples Gas Holiday Market embraces Pittsburgh’s diverse culture

From the giant Christmas tree in the middle of PPG Place’s ice rink to Santa’s House at the Heinz Hall Courtyard, downtown Pittsburgh holds many fun...

An illustration of a student in a Santa hat stressed about final exams.

Finals fear or holiday cheer? Students share how they balance work and festivities

December 5, 2025

The Swedish Nationality room, decorated for the holiday open house in December 2018.

A Guide to Pittsburgh holiday activities for students staying local this winter season

December 5, 2025

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Finals fear or holiday cheer? Students share how they balance work and festivities

By Amber Medved, Staff Writer

As students quickly approach the end of the fall semester, many are navigating how to balance academic responsibilities and time for holiday festivities...

A Guide to Pittsburgh holiday activities for students staying local this winter season

December 5, 2025

From cultural celebrations to gardens strung with light displays, Pittsburgh features many local festive events for students staying in the area this holiday...

Faculty Assembly provides updates on Senate committee work and status of three policies

December 5, 2025

The Faculty Assembly provided updates on AI regulation in classrooms, pedestrian safety and three University policies during its Dec. 3 meeting. Senate...

Opinions

A Starbucks cup sits on a table at the Starbucks on Atwood Street.

Opinion | Cup consumerism is taking over the world

By Angel Rodriguez, Staff Writer

Cup consumerism has quietly spiraled into a full-blown phenomenon, and it’s not just about staying hydrated anymore. What began as a practical choice...

Opinion | Off to the Oscars races!

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A graphic representation of mental health.

Column | You’re the problem

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Sports

Panthers take down the Wolverines and advance to the Sweet 16

By Ava Nicholas, Senior Staff Writer

Coming off a swift, decisive victory over UMBC on Friday night, perhaps Pitt volleyball thought its next match would be more of the same. But it was clear...

Pitt volleyball dominates UMBC in first-round matchup

December 5, 2025

University of Maryland, Baltimore County had a history of upsetting No. 1-seeds before its contest against No. 1-seed Pitt volleyball. But the Retrievers...

Omkar Zope: Pitt club athlete of the year

December 5, 2025

When sophomore Omkar Zope steps his foot on the pitch, the cracking of leather on willow is not simply a game, but a legacy that began decades prior and...

Culture

The Peoples Gas Holiday Market embraces Pittsburgh’s diverse culture

By Cassie St. John, Staff Writer

From the giant Christmas tree in the middle of PPG Place’s ice rink to Santa’s House at the Heinz Hall Courtyard, downtown Pittsburgh holds many fun...

Review | Eternity brings back the art of the predictable rom-com

December 5, 2025

Warning: Spoilers Ahead If you were to die today, where would you want to spend the “eternity” of your afterlife, and who would you spend it with?...

The culture staff’s “hot takes” of 2025

December 3, 2025

2025 Spotify Wrapped will be even worse than last year Dylan Paradise, Staff Writer Spotify has captivated its users for years with Spotify Wrapped,...

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The Peoples Gas Holiday Market embraces Pittsburgh’s diverse culture

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Finals fear or holiday cheer? Students share how they balance work and festivities

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A Guide to Pittsburgh holiday activities for students staying local this winter season

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Road to Redemption: Pitt volleyball’s path to Kansas City

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Panthers take down the Wolverines and advance to the Sweet 16

By Ava Nicholas, Senior Staff Writer • 11:20 am

Coming off a swift, decisive victory over UMBC on Friday night, perhaps Pitt volleyball thought its next match would be more of the same. But it was clear after the first set that Michigan would not go quietly. Finding their footing after a rocky first set full of bad passes and poor communication,...

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