Meet the Pitt students giving out free hugs in the wake of protests on campus

‘I want my friends to feel safe again’

Started by Hsuan Chang, Senior, the free hug movement exists to remind students that they are not alone today.

With all of the on campus protests last night, followed by all of the protests today, there has been a lot of negativity on campus.

Hsuan said: “I have a lot of friends who are terrified and scared, and I want them to feel safe again.

“We can stay strong together, and there is always help in this world.”

Nidhi, Junior, added: “I’m out here because I want spread the love after a disappointing election.”

Free hugs outside Cathy until 6pm. 

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