We’re thirsty, it’s Thursday
Eric Kieta, Copy Editor
April 17, 2013
If you type thirsty into the Google search engine, the first suggested result is “Thirsty Thursday.” Thursday seems to have become known widely for college student alcohol consumption. Some students said Thursday is the new unofficial start of the weekend. Popular musicians, such as rapper Asher... Read more »
UPJ students explore local fishing spots
Nathan Bottiger, Managing Editor
April 17, 2013
Trout season started Saturday, and some Pitt-Johnstown students are hitting popular local spots along with some secret ones. Pitt-Johnstown sophomore Keaton Voeghtly said there are many spots people overlook because there are not any trails leading to them, or they are slightly more vegetated. “I find... Read more »
Faculty beat students for good cause
Bobby Scott, Staff Writer
April 17, 2013
Both faculty and student athletes took part in an annual charity basketball game last Thursday at the Sports Center. Attendees were required to make a $2 donation to attend the event, and all proceeds went to the Make-A-Wish Foundation, which grants wishes for terminally ill children. “I thought the... Read more »
Berns claims SGA triumph
Brandon Zeris, Editor-in-Chief
April 10, 2013
Student Senators Noam Berns and Alexis Kelly are to serve as the next Pitt-Johnstown Student Government Association President and Vice President after edging out the nearest vote-getter by 53 votes. Berns said he plans on taking little time to enjoy the win and begin working as soon as he’s sworn in. “I... Read more »
Golgonooza students to fill many roles
Kylee Whistler, Copy Editor
April 10, 2013
UPJ students are working hard in preparation for this year’s Golgonooza theater performance. Written, directed and performed by students, this year’s participants said the annual festival is to be better than previous years thanks to new direction from theater professor John Teacher. Creative writing... Read more »
Intramurals claimed to be unorganized
Bobby Scott, Staff Writer
April 10, 2013
Pitt-Johnstown intramural sports have become areas of complaint, and at least one student says they could be run better. There have been instances of teams being left out after registering on time. Some students also said that they are being left in the dark on when or how to register intramural teams. Not... Read more »
Candidates compete to charm campus
Eric Kieta, Staff Writer
April 3, 2013
Student government presidential candidates met for a debate March 27 to answer questions asked by moderators and students. The debate was moderated by the Advocate Editor-In-Chief Brandon Zeris, the Advocate Circulation Director Trevor Monk and student government president Cliff Maloney. The candidates... Read more »
Prolonged winter causes aches for teams
Nathan Bottiger, Sports Editor
April 3, 2013
Johnstown’s winters are something some people can get used to, but, for athletes who anticipate playing in beautiful weather, these winters are a nightmare. The baseball team was greeted by snow before their game Thursday against Glenville (W.Va.)State College. The Mountain Cats went on to win the... Read more »
Crushes dumped, other handles thrive
Taylor Fowler, Brianne Fleming, Features Editor, Opinions Editor
April 3, 2013
e one of the top social networking sites for college students, tweets are becoming the fastest and most up-to-date way to interact. According to some tweeters, though, one of these accounts may have created the wrong kind of attention. “@UPJ_Crushes” was an anonymous account in which students were... Read more »
Novak set for stand-up show
Brandon Zeris, Editor-in-Chief
March 26, 2013
Many students have eagerly awaited a Pitt-Johnstown spring concert announcement. Music lovers may soon be disappointed, but comedy fans can rejoice. B.J. Novak, known for roles on “The Office” and “Inglorious Basterds,” is to perform a stand-up routine at 8 p.m. April 5 in the Pitt-Johnstown... Read more »