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Pitt launches initiative to support education debt relief and student success
An initiative of Chancellor Patrick Gallagher, the program will accommodate up to 150 seniors graduating in spring 2019. Those accepted will receive up to $5,000 toward their eligible student loan
Romero Lives!
Film and media studies professor Adam Lowenstein brings his expertise to Pittsburgh’s 50th anniversary celebration of the classic horror flick “Night of the Living Dead.”
Patients at Severe End of the Autism Spectrum Find Support at Specialty Clinic
When the Merck Inpatient Unit opened its doors in 1974, it was the only specialized inpatient unit for people with autism in the United States. More than 40 years later, it continues to help affected
Homecoming Celebrates 50 Years of Pitt’s African American Community Progress
In the tumult of 1968, a group of students gathered to form what would become the Black Action Society. The mission? To advocate for the concerns of Black students at Pitt and members of the local
Triplets plan for their future, find piece of their past
Catherine, Ryan and Stephen Klauder — triplets in Pitt’s Class of 2022 — discovered a monumental connection to the University while researching colleges.
Say ‘I Do’ All Over Again
Heinz Memorial Chapel opens its doors for couples to proclaim their love anew during an informal Homecoming weekend event.
Pride initiatives earn national recognition
Pitt is building on a foundation of inclusiveness and awareness about LGBTQIA+ issues, inspiring student-led efforts and national praise.
Engineers Create Artificial Synapse to Help Computers ‘Think’ Like Humans
Computers don’t operate like humans when solving complex problems. But Pitt researchers are asking, “What if they could?”
Pitt Welcomes Inaugural Class of Pittsburgh Public Scholars to Campus
Ten students make up the first class of Pittsburgh Public Scholars, which offers all valedictorians and salutatorians of Pittsburgh Public Schools guaranteed admission to any Pitt campus, plus
Pitt, Indian Researchers Collaborate on Promising Corneal Procedure
At Pitt’s Corneal Cell Biology Lab, researchers have developed an innovative way to address a common form of blindness — by converting stem cells to regrow part of the eye.
New and Transformed Spaces Enhance Academic Mission, Campus Life
The new academic year brings the reveal of renovations at Hillman Library, updated computer labs and study areas, and new green spaces for gathering, among dozens of other projects.
University Announces New Senior Vice Chancellor, Chief Financial Officer
Hari Sastry, currently director of the U.S. Department of State’s Office of U.S. Foreign Assistance Resources, will be nominated to the post during the full University of Pittsburgh Board of Trustees’
Water Research Initiative Launches at Pitt
The Pittsburgh Collaboratory for Water Research, Education and Outreach, led by Pitt geology and environmental science researchers, invites the community to its Sept. 6 forum.
Pitt Athletics Hall of Fame inductee talks swimming, Pitt-Penn State rivalry
Kathy Stetler, the University of Pittsburgh’s first female national champion in any sport, and 15 other legends will be inducted into the Pitt Athletics Hall of Fame this weekend.
New Academic Programs Take a Worldly View
From an interdisciplinary series about water issues in Central Asia to new minors for less commonly taught languages, there’s lots to explore this year in academics at Pitt.
Campus Resources Help Newcomers Stay Informed, Healthy and Connected
For new students, faculty and staff members, getting acclimated to campus life can be challenging. Here’s a guide to help.
New University Calendar Launches, Features Personalized Search Options
The new calendar, developed by the Office of University Communications, hosts information about events across participating Pitt campuses, centers and departments.
Dining Options at Pitt Please the Palate, Promote Sustainability Efforts
New food options, locations and services bring more choice to the campus community, aiming to make sustainability synonymous with Pitt dining.
Pioneering physician-scientist and Distinguished Service Professor Bernard Fisher marks 100th birthday
His work has led to an improved rate of survival and quality of life for countless women with breast cancer as well as patients with other forms of cancer.
Arrival Survival Smooths Transition to College
Arrival Survival, the annual move-in event for Pitt students starts Monday, Aug. 20, on the Pittsburgh campus and runs through the end of the week. The essential information and helpful links to more
