Revolution Project supports civil liberties, Ron Paul
By NADIA ENCONOMIDES / For The Pitt News
published: Sun, 30 Sep, 2007
When asked about the numerous "Revolution" logos recently chalked on campus sidewalks, Pitt senior Justin Witmer could only respond in one way, "We're emphasizing a real revolution." Similar to last year's "Tough" campaign, where students wrote "College is tough
Protesters pack it up, pack it in
By LEIGH REMIZOWSKI / Assistant News Editor
published: Sun, 30 Sep, 2007
After losing 30 pounds in 17 days, Mike Butler decided it was time to resume eating. He had been fasting since Sept. 4, in the Pittsburgh Organizing Group's End War Fast. But when Butler became too exhausted and was in medical danger, other group members stepped in to take up the cause.
Networking program connects students with alumni
By J.D. THRASHER / Staff Writer
published: Sun, 30 Sep, 2007
Without the help of the Pitt Career Network, Joe Pasqualichio might still be unemployed. Pasqualichio, a former Pitt Student Government Board president with a grade point average of nearly 4.0, was trapped in a job-hunting nightmare. "Getting the first interview is hard," Pasqualichio said.
Police say bomb scares unrelated
By D. CLARK DENISON / News Editor
published: Sun, 30 Sep, 2007
A bomb threat at Clapp and Langley halls Friday morning was not related to a threat that partially evacuated the Cathedral of Learning Thursday night, according to Pitt police Chief Tim Delaney. Around 9 a.m.
briefs
By TONY FERRAIOLO / Staff Writer
published: Sun, 30 Sep, 2007
The NHL season opened in England Saturday night. According to an Associated Press story, the Anaheim Ducks, the defending Stanley Cup champions, defeated the Los Angeles Kings 4-1. The game was played on the banks of the River Thames in London.
Bostick faces impossible challenge in first start at QB
By JEFF GREER / Assistant Sports Editor
published: Sun, 30 Sep, 2007
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. - Pitt quarterback Pat Bostick started his first collegiate game on Saturday, becoming the third Pitt quarterback to start a game this season. The 6-foot-3-inch freshman didn't attempt a pass in either of Pitt's initial two drives.
Mitsch: Wannstedt's running out of excuses
By PAT MITSCH / Sports Editor
published: Sun, 30 Sep, 2007
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. - I'd like to know what Dave Wannstedt really thinks. But after the most embarrassing loss of his tenure this side of Athens, Ohio, what did he have to say? That this team, in its third year under his leadership, has made no visible progress?
Virginia stampedes Pitt, 44-14; Panthers lose third consecutive
By JEFF GREER / Assistant Sports Editor
published: Sun, 30 Sep, 2007
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. - First, there was the botched onsides kick to start the game. Then Virginia manhandled Pitt. Virginia pummeled Pitt into submission in the first 14 minutes of Saturday's game at Scott Stadium, eventually crushing the Panthers, 44-14.
Through the lens: Pitt vs. Virginia
By Pitt News Staff
published: Sun, 30 Sep, 2007
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Schenley Park golf course renamed for late mayor
By Pitt News Staff
published: Sun, 30 Sep, 2007
Judy O'Connor, widow of Pittsburgh mayor Bob O'Connor, cuts the ribbon with her sons Terrence (left) and Cory to rededicate the Schenley Park golf course in the name of her late husband on Saturday.
