Award-winning poet to read March 20 at UPJ
Kylie Truscello, Staff Writer
March 6, 2013
The 10th Annual Esther Goldhaber Jacovitz Poetry Reading is approaching. The reading is to be held 7:30 p.m., March 20 in Whalley Chapel. George Bilgere, award winning poet, will be the guest speaker. This is his first time speaking at the reading series. The event has no admission charge and is open... Read more »
Woo chosen as new VP
Andy Hsiao Chung, News Editor
February 26, 2013
Student government Vice President Marcus McGuire resigned Feb. 18. Though he was not present at Monday’s student government meeting, his resignation letter was read by President Cliff Maloney and approved by student government members. “My time in student government has been a great learning experience,”... Read more »
Officials seek to fill position
Andy Hsiao Chung, News Editor
February 26, 2013
For the past two weeks, university officials held three interviews — each with one candidate — for the Vice President of Student Affairs position. The three candidates, James Parker, Bryan Valentine and Shawn Brooks were openly interviewed in Q-and-A sessions by attendees. All students were... Read more »
Evaluation to assess quality of Jem
Eric Kieta, Staff Writer
February 26, 2013
Pitt-Johnstown faculty were asked to assess president Jem Spectar, in afaculty evaluation survey that ended Feb. 21 according to Pitt-Oakland Vice Provost for Academic Planning and Resources Management David DeJong. DeJong said the evaluation, which takes place every five years, is meant to obtain faculty... Read more »
Grad to be shark bait
Brandon Zeris, Editor-in-Chief
February 26, 2013
Pitt-Johnstown alumnus Mike Kane is to make an appearance on ABC’s “Shark Tank” March 8 to pitch his cell phone accessory company to a panel of venture capitalists. The show features entrepreneurs who present their product or business to potential investors with hopes of convincing one of them... Read more »
Slick slopes are scary to some students
Trevor Leard, Staff Writer
February 26, 2013
This winter, Pitt-Johnstown’s weather has changed as fast as the days have. One day campus will be covered in snow with students sliding everywhere, and the next, students will be in shorts. The snow removal on campus may be a major complaint for students due to a constant danger of falling on the... Read more »
Senate leaders to end service
Brandon Zeris, Editor-in-Chief
February 20, 2013
Cliff Maloney and Marcus McGuire will not be seeking re-election as Pitt-Johnstown student government president and vice president, marking an end to the duo’s two-year stint. They will hold their positions until April 8, when a new president and vice president are to be sworn in. McGuire said it’s... Read more »
Info lack strands some
Andy Hsiao Chung, News Editor
February 20, 2013
Student leaders are calling for the university to better inform students about parking lot closures. A parking lot near Krebs Hall, according to a Feb. 1 campus email, was supposed to close for less than 24 hours for utility pole installations. The email was sent two days before the closure. However,... Read more »
Band yet to be named in spring concert
Kylie Truscello, Staff Writer
February 20, 2013
A lot of buzz is circulating about the upcoming annual UPJ spring concert. Luke Trotz is in charge of live entertainment for the UPJ Programming Board, he said board members are working to find a performer that fits a budget they have been provided. The concert is to take place Friday or Saturday night... Read more »
Criminology program is to be initiated
Sean Sauro, Managing Editor
February 20, 2013
Keeping up with student demand, Pitt-Johnstown faculty are to add a new major to the Social Science Division. Admissions and Recruitment Director Therese Grimes said a decision to add a criminal justice major to the university’s curriculum was made due to an influx of prospective student inquiries. She... Read more »