The University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown's student newspaper

The Advocate
The University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown's student newspaper

The Advocate
The University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown's student newspaper

The Advocate

Asha Njeri, Photographer

  • Graduated High School: 2014 Central High School (Philadelphia, Pa)
  • Year and anticipated graduation date: Sophomore, Spring 2018
  • Major/Minor: Psychology/ Spanish
  • Years with Advocate- 2
  • Progression: Staff Photographer, Photography Editor, Photographer
  • Prefers: Sports
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Pitt-Johnstown’s Katie Bucchin passes the ball to Emily Pennell in a 2015 game against Davis & Elkins (W.Va) College.

[Photo] Soccer players lack the bare necessities

Cory Geer, Contributing Writer
September 14, 2016
Dana Dyer, TJ Mitchell-Scott and Kami Brown, all sophomores, decorate for a roommate’s birthday in a Willow Hall’s suite.

[Photo] Heating function is faulty

Eden Cohen, Managing Editor
February 24, 2016
Gabrielle Yetter (left) and Lauren Fischer study for final exams.

[Photo] Grady: Policy amended

Eden Cohen, Managing Editor
December 16, 2015
From left to right sit Vitto Marini, Jacob Williamson-Rea, Dylan Gumbel, Kristin Cafaro, Amanda Eckenrod and Alyshia Sechoka. Tutors Williamson-Rea, Cafaro and Sechoka assist students who attend a drop-in writing tutoring session in the Academic Success Center.

[Photo] Females are mentoring more than males

Peijia Zhang, News Editor
December 16, 2015
Freshman guard Olando King Jr. (center) attempts to avoid defenders senior guard Nate Snodgrass (right) and sophomore forward Levi Masua (left) during practice last week.

[Photo] Freshman has high hopes for his season

Emily Moore, Staff Writer
December 16, 2015
Freshman Noah Burkhart pins freshman Mitch Fitzgerald Wednesday in preparation for the conference tournament held in Erie, Pa on Saturday.

[Photo] Senior makes his mark in the conference

Emily Moore, Sports Editor
December 9, 2015
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[Photo] Sophomore leading team in game stats

Tyler Nigro, Staff Writer
December 9, 2015
Pitt Players Tom Messer and Sadie Sprankle practice a scene from “Impromptu” by Tad Mosel.

[Photo] Stages are set for fall

Rachel Logan, Copy Editor
December 4, 2015
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[Photo] Spiritual students find acceptance in group

Bre Berkebile, Staff Writer
December 4, 2015
Freshman outside hitter Maura Brehl sends the ball over the net as assistant coach Justin Haupt and sophomore middle hitter Gabriell Carney attempt to block the attack during practice last week.

[Photo] Transferred athletes move to new home

Emily Moore, Sports Editor
December 4, 2015
Sodexo employee Helen Ferra placing desserts in the Varsity Cafeteria

[Photo] Sodexo short-staffed

Temperance Moore, Staff Writer
November 11, 2015
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[Photo] Author discusses local reinvigoration

Eden Cohen, Staff Writer
November 11, 2015
Pitt-Johnstown’s Director of International Recruitment Chen Sui returned to the United States Oct. 22 after spending a month in China for business.

[Photo] Foreign graduates have limited job window

Wenxin Yan, Staff Writer
November 11, 2015
Registrar employee George Hancock (left) helps junior Zach Barbus (middle) and sophomore David Seifert (right) withdraw from classes.

[Photo] Some students need scheduling advice

Eden Cohen, Staff Writer
November 11, 2015
Junior guard Rasaun Mosley (right-center) runs a play during practice last week as sophomore guard Dale Clancy (right) looks for the ball, while current redshirt Romano Sebastiani (left) and junior guard Jake Lavrie defend the play.

[Photo] Young Mountain Cats aim for new heights

Tyler Nigro, Staff Writer
November 11, 2015
Sophomore Michael Mastovich grabs a cup of popcorn inside the Zone arcade in the Student Union during Commuter Appreciation Day last Wednesday.

[Photo] Commuters get appreciation on their day

Bobby Scott, Editor-In-Chief
November 11, 2015
A chipmunk is among a pile of red leaves.

[Photo] Chipmunk freed, now fights and frolics

Peijia Zhang, Co-Features Editor
October 28, 2015
Sophomore Kyle Zenchak leads the men’s cross-country team during practice last Tuesday.

[Photo] Goals stay unfulfilled in championships

Sarah Francowic, Contributing Writer
October 28, 2015
The Cambria Room in the Student Union

[Photo] Faculty pay $200 to use Cambria Room

Gretchen Rundorff, Contributing Writer
October 22, 2015
Pitt-Johnstown’s Katie Bucchin passes the ball to Emily Pennell in last Tuesday’s game against Davis & Elkins (W.Va) College.

[Photo] Freshmen soccer tandem is providing more offense

Sarah Francowic, Contributing Writer
October 22, 2015
Sodexo employee Raymond Keim preping dinner.

[Photo] Cleansing, setup time is the goal

Rachel Logan, Copy Editor
October 22, 2015
Student Elijah Lawrence interacts with a researcher on her project on duets in a tropical parrot.

[Photo] Popcorn punctuates research discussion

Brooke Boyer, Co-Features Editor
October 22, 2015
Sophomore middle hitter Kendall Mahony had 15 kills Saturday in a 3-0 win against Kutztown University.

[Photo] It takes a whole team to produce stars

Bobby Scott, Editor-In-Chief
October 22, 2015
The Charlies Angel’s Team holds a banner and begins their walk around campus.

[Photo] Over 80k raised during a walk for cancer awareness

Brooke Boyer, Co-Features Editor
October 9, 2015
Sophomore Logan McIntosh winds up to send the ball over the net in last Friday’s defeat of Millersville University inside the Sports Center.

[Photo] Lady Cats spike early conference foes

Emily Moore, Sports Editor
October 9, 2015
Sigma Tau Gamma fraternity house with camera installed near by.

[Photo] For some the trees have watching eyes

Kaitlin R. Greenockle, News Editor
September 30, 2015
U.S. Ambassador to India, Richard Verma, speaks to a crowd of over 170 people at Whalley Memorial Chapel.

[Photo] Ambassador to India returns to the area

Bobby Scott, Editor-In-Chief
September 30, 2015
Pitt-Johnstown’s Rugby Club team members run during practice this past week. The team defeated Allegheny College Saturday, 22-15.

[Photo] Farm Apes running on last year’s record

Tyler Nigro, Contributing Writer
September 30, 2015
Two Pitt-Johnstown club lacrosse players play catch during the team’s first practice of the season last week.

[Photo] New Laxcats prepare for coming season

Emily Moore, Sports Editor
September 30, 2015
Sophomore Matt Miksich pulling out of a parking space at the Living/Learning Center with his parking pass hanging from his rearview mirror.

[Photo] Discontent persists with parking prices

Brooke Boyer, Copy Editor
September 30, 2015
Employees Marie Bontrager and Mike Stibich waiting to help customers.

[Photo] Community convenience one campus bank service

Eden Cohen, Staff Writer
September 30, 2015
Sophomore TJ Mitchell-Scott moves furniture in Foxfire Lodge.

[Photo] As roommates leave, so does furniture

Wenxin Yan, Contributing Writer
September 30, 2015
Pitt-Johnstown cross-country runners prepare for their upcoming race Oct. 3 at Frostburg (Md.) State University.

[Photo] Zenchak continues to be a front-runner

Emily Moore, Sports Editor
September 30, 2015
Pitt-Johnstown women’s softball team does their Four-corner warm up drill before they start practice Oct. 9. The Lady Cats started their fall ball season Saturday at Seton Hill University.

[Photo] Softball prepares for spring season in fall

Tyler Nigro, Contributing Writer
September 30, 2015
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[Photo] New Humanities leader is from West Point

Nick Zinovenko, Staff Writer
September 16, 2015
Pitt-Johnstown sophomore Rafiq Whitely peruses the extensive menu at freshens fresh food studio.

[Photo] Customers drawn to fresh choices

Brooke Boyer, Copy Editor
September 16, 2015
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