By Christopher Ward, Point Park News Service: Growing up in West Texas, where high school football is a top priority, Baron Batch knew that playing the game was a given – but deep…
Tag: Fall 2016
Multimedia: Help for the homeless – Mediation Ministries
By Trevor Kirby, Point Park News Service: Maggie Fitzpatrick, Executive Director and founder of Mediation Ministries, talks about her work with the homeless and how the process works going through the Ministry.
Light of Life provides food, shelter and another chance
By Briana Walton, Point Park News Service: Public Relations and After Care Manager, Kate Wadsworth, and Guest Relations Manager, Lloyd Massie, give information on Light of Life and their role in the…
‘Black Women’ documentary explores diversity
By Vania Arthur, Point Park News Service: “Black Women” is a growing documentary that I’m exploring through the lives and lenses of black women. It will touch on intersectionality, sexuality, intimacy, interracial relationships,…
Cleaning up the Mon Wharf Riverfront Park
By Megan Bixler, Point Park News Service: Stephan Bontrager, director of communications for “Riverlife Pittsburgh,” discusses the current state of the Mon Wharf Riverfront Park and its need for renovation. He also reveals…
Pittsburgh revives swing dance culture
By Julie Kooser, Point Park News Service: Since the 90’s Revival, the swing dance scene in Pittsburgh has flourished, inviting people of all ages and walks of life to participate. This multimedia story…
Steel City Parkour owner turns hobby into career
By Edward Trizzino & Michael Richter, Point Park News Service: Christian Winchell, 24, describes parkour as “interacting with the environment with your body.” As a coach at Steel City Parkour in Export,…
PPU director of athletic communications reaches more viewers
By Bryan Partika, Point Park News Service Point Park University’s Kevin Taylor has been an influential member in bringing innovation to the school. As the director of athletic communications and assistant…
Legendary comic book writer discusses love of characters
By Neil Strebig, Point Park News Service: Legendary comic book writer and former Marvel Comics editor-in-chief, Tom DeFalco attended the Pittsburgh Comic Con in November. DeFalco has worked on such prolific titles…
Baseball brings cultures together in Pittsburgh
By Carly Bozick, Point Park News Service: Emmanuel Lopez, Richard Perez and Felix Castillo all have relocated to Pittsburgh from different Caribbean and South American countries for their love of baseball. Lopez,…