A student’s guide to winter in the ‘Burgh

Charlotte Shields-Rossi | a&e editor Spring in Pittsburgh means tanning on Rooney Field (or beach), catching a Pittsburgh Pirate’s game at PNC Park or just enjoying the warm weather with friends. It can be tempting to sit around and wait for the cold weather to break and for spring semester to finally feel like spring. But this winter the city and surrounding area have numerous … Continue reading A student’s guide to winter in the ‘Burgh

Off-campus fall activities provide students a “patch” of fun

Capri Scarcelli a&e editor 10/15/20 Enjoying the fall season is still achievable, even during a pandemic. Various off-campus activities are available in the Pittsburgh area that are safe, fun and welcoming to college students who are trying to find a sense of normalcy, despite restrictions set with the coronavirus. To enjoy the crisp autumn air and to find a change of scenery, Duquesne students have … Continue reading Off-campus fall activities provide students a “patch” of fun

Schenley Park offers cultural, historical look at the ‘Burgh

By Brady Collins | Contributor Pittsburgh’s Schenley Park and surrounding areas offer a variety of ways to enjoy the late-spring weather. The park skirts the vibrant, nearby neighborhoods of Squirrel Hill and Oakland, offering a refuge of greenery for city-dwellers. As many know, Schenley boasts extensive trails for walking and biking, a golf course, Phipps Conservatory and a public swimming pool. However, Schenley has many … Continue reading Schenley Park offers cultural, historical look at the ‘Burgh