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Students Explore Art, History, Etiquette and More in School of Arts & Sciences' Japanese Culture Course

Monday, December 9, 2024 "Because I want to pursue a career that involves the professional side of Japan, this class gave me a great introduction to some of the etiquette I will have to study for the future. It also motivated me to ramp up my studies of the language to prepare for a job there after college."

Pictured are students in the Japanese Culture course. Submitted.

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Jilian Musser '27

"The journalism faculty at Point Park have impacted how I see and apply myself as a reporter."

School of Arts & Sciences Closes Out Academic Year with Events Celebrating Graduates, Student Projects

Monday, May 6, 2024 "To have worked so hard on a project that means so much to me and finally share my findings with so many people makes my heart swell with pride and appreciation."

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AJ de la Cruz '25

"Point Park offers a range of coursework to suit the needs and passions of students. The professors find joy in what they do. Faculty and staff who have chosen to dedicate themselves to students' betterment are readily available for support."

Pictured is AJ de la Cruz. Photo by Ethan Stoner.

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Chanell Britten '24

"I recommend Point Park because of its atmosphere and community. Immediately when you step on campus, it feels like home."

Pictured is Chanell Britten. Photo by Ethan Stoner.

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Babina Khanal '23

"It all came together that I picked the right major when I began taking upper-level classes that allowed for more creativity and freedom in projects. The professors in my major are all very kind and supportive."

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Gwendolyn Hessom '25

"At Point Park, students discover and engage in their passions. The instructors, degree programs and student organizations provide everyone with the ability to find what they love and immerse themselves in it."

Pictured is Gwendolyn Hessom. Photo by Nadia Jones.

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Adelyn Biedenbach '12

"Point Park's faculty has real-world experience. Most of my professors were still working in the industry and had real-life experiences to share in the classroom."

Pictured is Adelyn Biedenbach. Submitted photo.

SAEM Alumni Thrive in Nashville Entertainment Industry

Tuesday, August 1, 2023 "I landed multiple internships and jobs throughout my career because of the connections I made and the opportunities I was given at Point Park."

Pictured is Rebekah Mohrmann. Submitted photo.

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Josh Croup '18

"The hands-on training I received at Point Park from professors who are still working in the field gave me a strong foundation that helped me hit the ground running as soon as I graduated."

Student Q&A: Honors Students Share Northeast Regional Honors Conference Takeaways

Tuesday, May 2, 2023 "Point Park's Honors Program has challenged my way of thinking and has expanded my mind with new ideas. I will be able to apply what I have learned to my everyday life and future career."

Pictured from left are AJ de la Cruz, Kay In 't Ven and Natalea Hillen. Submitted photo.

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Caitlyn Scott '23

"The flexible structure of the journalism program allows students to gain experience in print writing, broadcasting and multimedia composition. It’s important to have a variety of options to choose from and the freedom to focus on specific areas of interest."

Pictured is Caitlyn Scott. Photo | Kelly Martin

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Anna King Skeels '24

"As a Point Park student you create your own path. Especially as a theatre arts student, you get to direct your own education. The resources available to us, both at school and in the Pittsburgh area, are plentiful."

Pictured is Anna King Skeels. Photo | Madi Fisher

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Zoey Angelucci '22

"I found my internships and freelance experience to be the most rewarding and valuable parts of my time at Point Park. If it weren't for these experiences, I probably wouldn't be in this position and would feel behind in the professional world."

Pictured is Zoey Angelucci. Submitted photo.

Point Park University's Honors Program Hosts 2023 Pittsburgh Regional Scholastic Writing Awards

Wednesday, March 1, 2023 Point Park University's Honors Program celebrated the future of creativity as it recently hosted the Pittsburgh region's 2023 Scholastic Writing Awards on campus. The Scholastic Writing Awards are the nation’s longest-running, most prestigious recognition program for creative teens.

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Annie Gagen '15

"At the time I was looking at schools, Point Park was one of the few that offered a concentration in jazz, rather than just ballet and modern. That was one of the first things that drew me there, aside from the excellent reputation that both the dance and musical theatre departments had."

Annie Gagen (second from right) and the Company of Hairspray. Photo | Jeremy Daniel

Honors Student Organization Explores Ecological Issues Through Workshops and Service Projects

Tuesday, January 24, 2023 "Environmental issues are a worldwide concern that every one of us needs to prioritize. I’m glad that the HSO chose this theme for this year's programming because hands down, it’s the most important issue we are facing currently."

Pictured is an Honors Program student during a hike on the Rachel Carson Trail in North Park. Submitted photo.

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Reyna Guerra '20

"The Conservatory of Performing Arts is known for its rigorous training. I knew of the solid reputation of its graduates and felt it was the place to grow as an artist and learn more about the industry."

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Milky Tran '20

"I loved that you began making and experimenting with film your freshman year ... I’m grateful that Point Park had such a heavy focus on storytelling and allowed me to go through the full process of making a film many, many times."

Pictured is Milky Tran. Submitted photo.

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Hunter Mikles '16

Jazz alumnus Hunter Mikles '16 authored "Hunter the Dancing Fox" to inspire young artists to pursue their dreams.

Pictured is Hunter Mikles. Submitted photo.

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Nick Konopka '23

"The size of Point Park makes it easy to get experience right out of the gate. We are not so big that professors and organizations feel too out of reach. So, you can not only form valuable relationships with professors, but also dive head first into whatever you are interested in."

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Melessie Clark '15

"Point Park equipped me with the confidence, materials and skills needed to not only have a successful audition, but it also prepared me for what is required once a role is obtained," said Clark.

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Erin Yudt '24

"What makes Point Park's journalism program distinctive from other universities is a focus on real-world experiences, personable faculty and staff and diverse class options."

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Zoey Angelucci '22

"Point Park has provided me with valuable internships. Because of the location and connections in Downtown Pittsburgh, I've gained real-world experience working for Koppers, Allegheny Conference on Community Development, The Pittsburgh Foundation and The Incline."

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Dana Bohince '16

"The multimedia program provided me with a number of courses that I could build hard and soft skills around. The Downtown location, coupled with dedicated professors, meant that I was frequently introduced to industry professionals from media outlets across the city."

Pictured is Dana Bohince. Submitted photo.

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Sara Mackulin '18 '20

"For someone who wants a career in sports, Pittsburgh is the place to be. Few cities are home to three professional sports teams like Pittsburgh, and the opportunities and connections for internships and jobs are endless."

Pictured is Sara Mackulin. Submitted photo

In Honors Symposium, Students Present Research Projects with Real-World Applications

Monday, April 11, 2022 "The Honors Program enhances my education by giving me the opportunity to learn more about the things I love. The program gives me a chance to delve deeper into certain topics outside of the classroom. It gives me the chance to learn more and have a more well-rounded educational experience."

Pictured from left to right in the top row are Christl Caspar, coordinator for the Center of Inclusive Excellence; Jessica McCort, Ph.D., director of the Honors Program; and Katherine Griffith, senior cinema production major. Pictured from left to right in the bottom row are Cloe Loosz, freshman creative writing major and gender studies and public relations and advertising minor; Diana Navarrete, junior public relations and advertising major; and AJ de la Cruz, freshman creative writing major,

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Allison Schubert '20

"My internships and the hands-on experience prepared me, and nearly all of my employers have been impressed with how much experience I gained just through being involved."

Pictured is Allison Schubert, communications assistant for the Detroit Tigers. Submitted photo.

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Brianna Wuenschel '20

"The cinema program's immediate immersion in filmmaking was so different from other schools. From the first year you are already creating your own films and this was very important to me in choosing a school."

Pictured is Brianna Wuenschel. Submitted photo.

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Jordyn Hronec '21

Pittsburgh Business Times hires 2021 School of Communication grad Jordyn Hronec as a digital producer.

Pictured is Jordyn Hronec. Submitted photo.

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Jennifer Taormina-Lawson '13

"The classes and faculty at Point Park still impact my work to this day. I interned at Sony Music Entertainment and SAG-AFTRA while in law school, and I know that I was awarded those opportunities because of my undergraduate education and experience. There is no doubt about that."

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Colin Jacob '15

"Point Park provided the space for me to grow on a technical level, and I also honed my artistic expression in dance. I came out of the program with an understanding of different styles of movement and the way to put myself into them."

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Kim Roberts '15

"The coursework and faculty did an incredible job of preparing me for my career. The classes taught me all of the essential skills, from AP Style to Photoshop, which prepared me for the internships that led to my first full-time job."

Pictured is Kim Roberts. Submitted photo.

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Kristin (Snapp) Andreassi '17

"I knew the professors still worked in the industry at the area's top publications, leading to relevant course material and meaningful connections. Point Park's location in the city also sets students up for seemingly endless internship and post-grad job opportunities."

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Kelsee McHugh '21

"I’d recommend Point Park’s multimedia program because of the countless opportunities accessible to you, the professionalism of the program and the caring faculty that ensures you are on the pathway to success."

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Camryn Drabenstadt '21

"I’ve met so many talented, creative people in my time here, and the relationships I’ve made at my internships and in my program have helped me gain so many new skills, refine my work and projects and reach my goals. I am forever grateful."

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Lauren Clouser '20

"At Point Park, many professors are still working in their fields and are able to provide up-to-date information about the industry and help us make important connections. I was also so excited to get to study in a city where so many opportunities are just a bus ride away."

Pictured is Lauren Clouser. Submitted photo.

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Keera Frye '20

"Being a part of U-View played a huge role in my success. Beyond U-View, the professors do a great job of preparing us for jobs in the media industry."

Pictured is Keera Frye. Submitted photo.

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Kelsey Geary '24

Student Kelsey Geary recently received a BroadwayWorld Pittsburgh award for her performance in Derry Area High School's production of Les Misérables. Learn how her passion for the arts led her to Point Park University.

Pictured is Kelsey Geary. Submitted photo.

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Kayla Snyder '20

"From my first day at Point Park, we were learning real-world knowledge about the industry. The emphasis of experiential learning allowed me to complete five internships. The professors taught us everything according to industry standards, which prepared me greatly for my first job."

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Amanda (King) Finkenbinder '12

"My hands-on courses and internships allowed me to gain skills that the communications industry covets. Also, being able to walk downtown from my internships at KDKA-TV and the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette to my courses at Point Park was so convenient. The city was our playground for learning."

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Cortnie Phillips '21

"The fact that Point Park was directly in Downtown Pittsburgh, close to so many job opportunities and holds strong relationships with local businesses made the choice to transfer pretty easy. I have made close relationships with students and my professors."

Pictured is Cortnie Phillips. Submitted photo

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Serena Daywalt '20

Psychology major and Honors Program student Serena Daywalt will present "Targeting Teacher Burnout: Caring for Teachers Can Bring Compassion to the Classroom" at the National Collegiate Honors Council virtual conference this fall.

Pictured is Serena Daywalt. Submitted photo.

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Rhianna Davis '20

Point Park University business management major Rhianna Davis was hired as an integrated marketing associate for Blender, Inc., right after graduating in April 2020.

Pictured is business management graduate Rhianna Davis.

Biology Program Provides Students Personalized Attention From Faculty — and Access to Bioinformatics, Cellular/Molecular, Environmental and Organismal Careers

Thursday, June 18, 2020 "Each concentration in our biological sciences major offers career-specific coursework, laboratories and internships, which prepare students for securing jobs right out of school or continuing their education in graduate/professional studies." — Professors Laura Frost, Ph.D., and Matthew Opdyke, Ph.D.

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Taylor Spirito '21

"My internship was all about handling the media to ensure they had the proper resources to do their jobs ... It feels like I had a networking opportunity everywhere I turned! My job led to me constantly being surrounded by professionals not just in the Penguins organization, but media from all over the country and beyond," said Spirito.

Pictured is Taylor Spirito. Submitted photo

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Jordyn Hronec '21

"For high school juniors and seniors considering Point Park, prepare to put in work and focus on your career in a major way. You will be entering into a community of future-focused people, so prepare yourselves to get to work on achieving your dreams starting on day one!"

Point Park University's Honors Program Celebrates Class of 2020

Friday, April 24, 2020 "The Honors Program has motivated me to be a better student and person. While challenging myself academically in classes, I was also encouraged to volunteer and engage with the Pittsburgh community. As a senior looking back, I know the Honors Program has made me a better student and a better member of my community," said Alexa Newbrough, a senior theatre arts major.

A photo of Village Park. Photo | Chase Barron

Honors Program: Together Apart, Only a Virtual Meeting Away

Wednesday, April 15, 2020 “We wanted to make sure that we congratulated our seniors as we always do at our final meeting of the semester. It is very important to me as the adviser because they work so hard inside and outside their classrooms. We have managed to maintain contact in many ways with our honors students as they finish out this unusual semester. This just seemed to be natural,” said Helen Fallon, director of Point Park's Honors Program.

A collage of photos from the 2019-20 Honors Program activities. Photo | Colin Parrish

Women Veterans Event Hosted by History and Honors Programs Features World War II Codebreaker

Monday, March 16, 2020 Veterans were honored at Point Park University for Women’s History Month with an event hosted by the history and Honors programs featuring 99-year-old Julia Parsons, a codebreaker from World War II.

Student Profile

Kayla Snyder '20

Public relations and advertising major Kayla Snyder is a new business marketing intern with Beyond Spots & Dots Ad Agency.

Pictured is Kayla Snyder. Photo | Nick Koehler

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Madeline King '19

Meet Madeline King, a spring 2019 graduate and staff auditor for the CPA accounting firm Maher Duessel in Pittsburgh.

Pictured is accounting alumna Madeline King. Photo submitted by King.

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Kalea Hall '13

"I left Point Park as an intrepid reporter after tough love from the professors. They pushed me to step out of my comfort zone to get the story. When I left I felt ready to tackle every story thrown at me from the tearjerkers to the hard-hitting investigative pieces that create change."

Honors Program Introduces 86 New Members to Campus and Downtown Pittsburgh

Monday, September 23, 2019 This is an opportunity for freshmen and transfer students joining the program to arrive on campus before classes and begin to learn about the program requirements, explore campus and Downtown Pittsburgh. Twenty returning honors students volunteered as mentors to the new students as they began their college experience.

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Rebekah Mohrmann '18

Meet Rebekah Mohrmann, a 2018 sports, arts and entertainment management alumna and media, graphics and promotions assistant for the Salem Red Sox in Salem, Va.

Pictured is SAEM alumna Rebekah Mohrmann. Photo by Suzie Cool

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Kelly Tran '20

"I’ve gotten a taste of how hard it is out there and how many people want the same things I want. I thought I was hardworking and passionate before, but now I’m aggressively hardworking and passionate," said Kelly Tran, cinema production major.

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Kelsey Wolfe '20

Kelsey Wolfe is a senior public relations and advertising major. She is a resident educator and president of the Honors Student Organization.

Pictured is Kelsey Wolfe, public relations and advertising major

International Media Class Visits United Kingdom

Thursday, June 13, 2019 Point Park University students in the International Media class traveled to London, Windsor, Stratford, Liverpool, Manchester and Edinburgh May 5-17, 2019.

Alpha Chi Honor Society Inducts 30 Point Park University Students

Monday, May 13, 2019 Students able to join this honorary academic society are in the top 10 percent of all junior and senior undergraduates.

Helen Fallon Named Honors Professional of the Year at Regional Conference

Friday, May 10, 2019 Helen Fallon, professor of journalism and director of Point Park University's Honors program, received the Honors Professional of the Year award at the 2019 Northeast Regional Honors Council Conference.

Pictured is Helen Fallon. Photo | Emma Federkeil

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Meghan Macioce '19

Meghan Macioce is a broadcast reporting major from Murrysville, Pa.

Pictured is Megahan Macioce, Broadcast Reporting Major

History and Honors Programs Host Korean War Veterans Storytelling Session

Monday, March 25, 2019 More than 150 Point Park University students, veterans, and members and guests of Pittsburgh’s Veterans Breakfast Club attended a Korean War Veterans Storytelling Session March 20 on campus.

Pictured are attendees at the Korean War Veterans Storytelling Session. Photo by Jehnie Burns, Ph.D.

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David Jacobs '09

Sports, arts and entertainment management alumnus David Jacobs was recently hired by Facebook to work in the area of Consumer Marketing, Global Integrated Communications Planning - Messenger and Youth.

Pictured is SAEM alumnus David Jacobs at Facebook headquarters. Photo submitted by Jacobs.

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Morgan Willis '20

Meet Morgan Willis, a junior biological sciences major and honors student, and learn about the research she did with the Blue Marble Space Institute of Science Young Scientist Program.

Pictured is biological sciences major Morgan Willis. Photo by Amanda Dabbs

Autumn Barszczowski Named Student of the Year at National Honors Conference

Thursday, December 13, 2018 Autumn Barszczowski – a senior public relations and advertising major and Honors Student Organization president – was named Student of the Year at the 2018 National Collegiate Honors Council conference in November.

Pictured are Kelsey Wolfe, Helen Fallon, Autumn Barszczowski, Rhianna Davis and Nicole Pampena. Submitted photo

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Beth Turnbull '18

Meet Beth Turnbull, mass communication major.

Pictured is Beth Turnbull, mass communication major.

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Madeline King '19

Meet Madeline King, accounting major, Honors Program member and treasurer of the Student Accounting Association.

Pictured is Madeline King, Accounting Major

Honors Program Welcome Week 2018

Tuesday, September 18, 2018 Welcome Week is an opportunity for freshmen and transfer students to arrive on campus one week before classes begin to meet new friends in the program, explore campus and Downtown Pittsburgh. New students are paired with an upperclassmen mentor to help guide them through their college experience.

Point Park University Honors Program students. Submitted photo

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Rhianna Davis, '20

"My advice is to put yourself out there. You have to do more with your time on campus than just go to class four or five days a week."

Pictured is Rhianna Davis, Business Management Major

Susan G. Komen Greater Pennsylvania Recognizes Point Park's Honors Program for Fundraising Efforts

Thursday, July 19, 2018 Susan G. Komen Greater Pennsylvania honored Point Park’s Honors Program and its student organization for its ongoing support and fundraising as a Promise Keeper at its 2018 Celebration of the Promise. Recently, Point Park has raised more than $6,000 for Komen.

A photo of Monica VanDieren, Skyler Kutzner, Kelsey Wolfe and Helen Fallon. Photo | Helen Fallon

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Meet Keera Frye, Communications Intern, The Community Foundation of Westmoreland County

"As the communications intern, I’m managing social media accounts, writing press releases and content for the website, as well as photographing and promoting events," Frye said.

Pictured is Keera Frye. Photo | Rachel Garstecki

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Brittany Arp '21

"When I toured Point Park I was welcomed as a family member instead of as a prospective student. The Point Park community is so tight-knit that you almost forget how far away from home you are."

Pictured is Brittany Arp, Political Science and Legal Studies Double Major

Journalism Majors Awarded Scholarships at Golden Quill Awards

Tuesday, June 19, 2018 Francesca Dabecco won the Bob Fryer Memorial Scholarship and Victoria Bails was awarded the Press Club of Western Pennsylvania Scholarship.

Pictured are Francesca Dabecco and Victoria Bails. Photo | Jared Murphy

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Cristy Crawshaw '20

Meet Cristy Crawshaw, a junior sports, arts and entertainment management major interning for the Pittsburgh CLO this summer.

Pictured is SAEM student Cristy Crawshaw. Photo by Brandy Richey

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Autumn Barszczowski, '19

"The opportunities I have had here are endless. On top of the guest speakers that all of my professors bring in to talk and network with, I have had the chance to hold numerous leadership positions, attend conferences and take on six different internships."

Pictured is Autumn Barszczowski, Public Relations and Advertising Major

Global Cultural Studies and Dance Graduate Presents Research at American Association of Geographers Conference

Wednesday, May 2, 2018 Lauren Gerlowski — who graduated magna cum laude from Point Park University this past Saturday with bachelor’s degrees in both global cultural studies and dance — recently presented a research paper at the American Association of Geographers 2018 Annual Meeting in New Orleans.

Pictured is Lauren Gerlowski with President Paul Hennigan, Ed.D. | Photo by John Altdorfer

Alpha Chi Honors Society Inducts 25 Point Park University Students

Wednesday, May 2, 2018 Alpha Chi promotes academic excellence and exemplary character among colleges and universities. An invitation is extended to those who rank in the top 10 percent of their classes and achieve high distinction among the community.

Point Park University students at the Alpha Chi National College Honor Society Induction at the Fairmont Hotel. Photo | John Altdorfer

Students Deliver Valentine's Day Flowers to Support John Fallon Travel Fund

Tuesday, February 27, 2018 In total, 85 Point Park students delivered arrangements to more than 290 recipients, raising $1,600.

Point Park students Haley Barnes and Parker Werns sort deliveries in Lawrence Hall Lobby. Photo | Beth Turnbull

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#PittsburghMe: Meet Kris Chandler, Screenwriting Major

"Throughout my time in college I’ve participated in a few things here and there, but I have been predominantly involved in the Honors Program, the John P. Harris Film Society and the United Student Government," he said.

Pictured is Kris Chandler, Screenwriting Major

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#PittsburghMe: Meet Logan Garvey, Business Management Major

Pictured is Logan Garvey, business management major

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#PittsburghMe: Meet Josh Croup, Broadcast Reporting Major

Pictured is Josh Croup, broadcast reporting major.

Honors Program Students Present Academic Work at National Conference

Monday, December 11, 2017 Students attended the National Collegiate Honors Council conference.

Alumnae Ali Geroche and Anaya Bobst Land Prestigious Dance Internship with The Yard

Thursday, August 24, 2017

Working in Sports: SAEM Alumna, MBA Student Discusses Roles With Pirates and Penguins

Monday, August 7, 2017 Meet Samantha Lynn, Advertising Coordinator for the Pittsburgh Pirates and Stage Manager for the Pittsburgh Penguins.

Student Spotlight: Lauren Gerlowski, Dance and Global Cultural Studies Double Major

Thursday, July 27, 2017

Broadcast Major Sara Mackulin is a Media Relations Intern for the Pittsburgh Pirates

Monday, July 17, 2017

Honors Program Students Recognized for Outstanding Achievement

Thursday, July 13, 2017

SAEM 2016 Alumna Named Manager of Artistic Operations for the Pittsburgh Symphony

Thursday, June 15, 2017 Meet 2016 alumna Kimberly Preloskly.

Point Park Students Host, Present at Northeast Regional Honors Council Conference

Monday, May 8, 2017

Point Park University Students Travel to New York City for Alternative Spring Break

Wednesday, April 5, 2017

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#PittsburghMe: Meet Kayla Snyder, Journalism Major

Pictured is Kayla Snyder, Journalism Major

Students Inspired by Stories From Veterans and Korean War Survivor Ock Soon Lee

Tuesday, February 7, 2017 Korean War survivor Ock Soon Lee (Pega Crimbchin) came to campus Jan. 31 to share her harrowing - yet inspirational - story with Point Park University students, veterans, and members and guests of the Veterans Breakfast Club.

#PittsburghMe: Meet Amedea Baldoni, Political Science and Legal Studies Double Major from Italy

Monday, February 6, 2017

Honors Program Students Pay it Forward Through On-Campus Volunteer Activities

Monday, January 9, 2017

Students Tour Museums, Supreme Court and Network with Alums in Washington, D.C.

Thursday, January 5, 2017

Political Science Graduate Lands Competitive Fellowship with Coro Pittsburgh

Monday, December 12, 2016 Meet political science alumnus Laier-Rayshon Smith '15.

National Public Radio's Diane Rehm to Students: Listen, Fact Check and Seek Credible Sources

Tuesday, December 6, 2016

Students Present at Honors Conference

Friday, November 11, 2016

Security Internship Leads to Full-Time Position for Intelligence and National Security Alumnus

Wednesday, September 28, 2016 Meet Ryan Howley, facility security officer for the Software Engineering Institute of Carnegie Mellon University.

Honors Students Visit Flight 93 National Memorial

Monday, September 12, 2016

SAEM Student Transfers Passion for Running Into Special Events Summer Internship

Monday, August 1, 2016 Meet transfer student Emily Maxwell, special events intern for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.

Broadcast Major Josh Croup Gains Real-World Experience Interning with Pittsburgh Pirates

Tuesday, June 14, 2016

Student Chelsey Driskel Lands Operations Communication Position at Sheetz

Friday, June 3, 2016

Outstanding Student Awards Banquet Recognizes Academic Excellence and Leadership

Tuesday, April 26, 2016

Journalism Major Jessica Federkeil Wins Women's Press Club Scholarship

Thursday, April 21, 2016

Screenwriting Major Lands Internship at Pittsburgh CLO with Help from Professor

Thursday, April 21, 2016 "My professors have come through for me time and time again. They helped me land my internships and are constantly invested in my development as a writer. Their input is invaluable and I am so thankful for their support."

Students Present at 2016 Northeast Regional Honors Conference

Tuesday, April 19, 2016

Student Spotlight: Meet Maggie McCauley, Pittsburgh Three Rivers Marathon Intern

Monday, April 11, 2016

NYC Trip Has SAEM Students Exploring Career Paths, Networking with Alumni in the City

Thursday, March 24, 2016

History and Honors Programs Host "Wonder Women of World War II" Veterans Event

Thursday, March 24, 2016 Students heard inspiring stories from three female veterans at the "Wonder Women of World War II" on-campus event March 14, hosted by Point Park's history department and Honors program

Students Encouraged at Martin Luther King Jr. Day Luncheon to Pave the Way for Social Justice

Tuesday, January 26, 2016 At the University's annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day Leadership Luncheon Jan. 18., Point Park Trustee Rep. Jake Wheatley Jr., D-Allegheny, encouraged students to have the courage to lead change in their communities and strive for social justice.

Internship Profile: Kariann Mano, Marketing and Community Affairs, Carnegie Science Center

Tuesday, December 8, 2015

2014 Accounting Alumna Investigates IRS Fraud as Auditor for U.S. Treasury Inspector General

Tuesday, November 10, 2015 Meet Paige Krivda, auditor for the U.S. Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration.

Cinema Major Expands Professional Network, Gains Experience at International Film Festival

Monday, November 2, 2015

Musical Theatre Major Studies Shakespeare at London Academy of Music & Dramatic Art

Tuesday, September 22, 2015

Dance Alumnus Joshua Manculich Honored With Princess Grace Award

Tuesday, September 15, 2015 "The combination of the major and minor led me to understand people and what movement can do for someone else's sense of well-being."

New Civil Engineering Technology Grad Lands Position with Consulting Engineering Firm

Tuesday, August 18, 2015 Meet Colston Cooper, engineering technician for Murray Associates, Inc.

Helen Fallon Brings More than 20 Years of Real-World Experience to Journalism Program

Wednesday, August 12, 2015

SAEM Student Lands Special Events Internship with Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership

Thursday, July 9, 2015 Meet Colten Gill, Marketing and Special Events Intern, Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership.

#PittsburghMe: Meet Journalism Major Kristin Snapp

Thursday, July 2, 2015

Political Science Alumna is an Attorney for the Ohio Board of Regents

Tuesday, June 2, 2015 Meet Ashleigh Henry, staff attorney for Ohio Board of Regents.

Professor and Students Attend Honors Conference

Monday, May 11, 2015 "NRHC is a wonderful opportunity for students to expand on the knowledge they gain within their honors programs and to learn about the wide spectrum of research that fellow honors students are conducting," said Thaddeus Covaleski.

2015 HHS Symposium Featured Open Mic Reading, Variety of Research Posters and Presentations

Monday, May 11, 2015 Undergraduate students majoring in behavioral science, English/Creative writing, global cultural studies, intelligence and national security, psychology and more came together to present their research and readings at the Sixth Annual Humanities and Human Sciences Symposium.

Student Emily Brak Awarded Women's Press Club Scholarship

Tuesday, May 5, 2015

For spring break, students volunteer, travel and sightsee in New Orleans, New York City

Monday, March 16, 2015

Students Hear Civil Rights Stories from Seniors in Honor of Martin Luther King, Jr.

Friday, January 23, 2015 In honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Point Park students in the Honors Student Organization traveled to the Homewood Senior Center to learn about what life was like in Pittsburgh during the Civil Rights Movement - directly from people who experienced it.

Honors Students Organize Holiday Toy Drive

Monday, December 22, 2014

Communication, History and Honors Students Travel to Washington, D.C.

Tuesday, December 2, 2014

Honors Students Attend National Conference

Wednesday, November 26, 2014 Point Park Honors Program students and professors traveled to Denver, Colo., to present their work at the 2014 National Collegiate Honors Council conference, Nov. 5-9.

Secondary Education/English Alumnus is a Teacher at Oakland Catholic High School

Tuesday, June 17, 2014 Meet Jonathan MacDonald, English teacher and Forensics coach at Oakland Catholic High School.

SAEM Graduate Chelsea Behanna Named 2014 Outstanding Student Leader

Thursday, May 15, 2014

Education Major Sara Mahmood Named Point Park's Outstanding Graduating Senior

Tuesday, May 13, 2014

Honors Program Students and Professor Plan Annual Conference, Present Work

Wednesday, April 16, 2014 Point Park Professor Helen Fallon and Honors Program students played a major role in the planning of the annual Northeast Regional Honors Council conference, held April 3-6 in Niagara Falls, N.Y.

Students Observe Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Tuesday, February 4, 2014

Global Studies Student Interns at Downtown Community Development Corporation

Monday, August 19, 2013

Journalism and Multimedia Double Major Lands Internship at Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Thursday, July 25, 2013

Club Manager at Heinz Field is a 2013 Sports, Arts and Entertainment Management Grad

Tuesday, July 23, 2013 Meet Meghan McCabe and learn about the work she does at Heinz Field.

School of Communication Students Travel Abroad to Study Media Landscape in Germany

Friday, June 28, 2013

Sport, Arts and Entertainment Management Junior Interning for Altoona Curve

Friday, June 14, 2013 Meet Samantha Lynn, Associate Intern in Marketing for the Altoona Curve.

Psychology Major Named Outstanding Arts and Sciences Senior and Student Leader

Thursday, May 30, 2013

English Program Gave Alumna a Solid Foundation for Law School

Wednesday, April 10, 2013 Meet Elizabeth (Bliss) Soucek, Esquire, attorney for Sergovic, Carmean & Weidman, P.A.

Business Management and M.B.A. Alum a Marketing Manager for Greiner Bio-One

Wednesday, January 16, 2013 Meet 2009 and 2011 alumna Mackenzie Farone.

Student Profile: Audrey Eisentrout, Double Majoring in Premed and Biological Sciences

Wednesday, December 12, 2012 Meet Audrey Eisentrout, pre-med and biological sciences double major.

Graduate Credits Criminal Justice Professors for Academic Success

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