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Lucas Corbin reporter  In 1994, Steve Erwin was hired by Pittsburg State University as the Director of Housing. He has remained at Pittsburg State for over a quarter of a century through various positions. In June, he will retire.  The current state of many of the campus buildings, programs, and …

Michael Hennigsen Natalie Rigdon, and Ryan Bennett have a discussion during the production of Animal Farm on April 19. Alyssa Tyler  Emilie Crowley reporter   Pitt State Theatre drew back the curtain and showcased Animal Farm, the last show of the season. A show that navigates an animal revolution, the play is …

Curtis Meyer reporter  There are many arguments that have been waged over the years between the proponents of science and those of Christianity. The most famous one I can think of was in 2014, when Bill Nye, “The Science Guy,” debated the famous creationist, Ken Ham.   While most people seem …

Himika Akram reporter   Over the past few years, a lot of discussions have been going on about Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its potential to steal jobs from us, because of its fast growth, sophistication, and popularity.  With the rapid proliferation of some AI generating tools like ChatGPT are making, and …

Connor Laux, junior infielder, goes to throw the ball towards first base after catching a ground ball. He had three at bats with one run against UCM on April 14. Megan Brownell Curtis Meyer reporter  It was an up and down weekend for the Gorillas, winning the first two games …

Redshirt junior right handed pitcher Lilli Weir winds up to throw a pitch against the Hornets on April 14. She gave up three hits in her time pitching in the contest. Megan Brownell Curtis Meyer reporter  Despite a strong opening game, the Pittsburg Gorillas were unable to break even in …

Annabella Beachner reporter   For 100 years, Frances Willard Hall has stood at 204 E. Lindburg Street but has served a great variety of purposes throughout its’ history. On April 17., the residents and personnel of Willard Hall hosted a 100th birthday celebration to reminisce Willard’s history and appreciate that the …

Himika Akram reporter   The reason behind me watching “The Pope’s Exorcist” was only Russell Crowe. This movie is based on the non-fiction written by Father Gabriele Amorth, who was a controversial figure in the church. He treated people in his own unconventional ways such as performing exorcisms on those who …

Alyssa Tyler editor in chief  Before I begin this week’s book review, I must bring up one very important fact, this book duology is extremely inappropriate for anyone under the age of 21. To start, the book opens with a warning stating that the book is only meant for people …

Winners of this year’s Golden Gorilla award pose at the 2023 leadership awards on April 14th. The Golden Gorilla award is given out to students for efforts in serive, involvment, and academics. Curtis Meyer reporter  Pitt State hosted the 2023 Leadership Awards this past week, on April 14th. In its …