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Rory Cooper to Serve on Paralympic Committee

Rory Cooper will serve on the International Paralympic Committee Science and Research Working Group and the VISTA 2021 Scientific Committee. Cooper is a distinguished professor, as well as the

  • School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences
Artwork of a brick wall and a bench, with the inscription "TO THE CHILDREN OF ONE DAY 2020"

Art of Diversity Showcase highlights the role of creativity in building just communities

Nearly 70 entries from students, alumni, faculty, staff and the public celebrated the role of creativity in changing the world.

  • Arts and Humanities
  • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Pitt dorm room with two desks and two beds

New designs, furnishings for residence halls

Rolling chairs, modern designs and storage: See the upgrades in select halls. Plus, what to bring when you move in.

  • Our City/Our Campus
  • Students
Owen

Erica Owen was named associate dean of Pitt's Graduate School of Public and International Affairs

In her new position, the specialist in international political economy who has been on the school's faculty since 2018, will serve as its chief academic officer.

  • Faculty
  • Graduate School of Public and International Affairs
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New Commuting and Parking Options Available for Fall

Car and vanpooling, same-day parking registration and select $5 daily parking are among the options for commuters this fall.

  • University News
  • Faculty
  • Staff
  • Students
Ghilani

Jessica Ghilani won a grant to create free materials for public speaking Ccourse

The associate professor of communication at Pitt-Greensburg is among the recipients of Pennsylvania's Grants for Open and Affordable Learning award.

  • Faculty
  • Pitt-Greensburg
Kati Csoman in a black and white top

New leadership for Nationality Rooms

Kati Csoman will be the new director of Pitt’s beloved Nationality Rooms and Intercultural Exchange Programs, beginning Aug. 9.

  • Our City/Our Campus
  • Staff
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Upload your proof of vaccination today

Every member of the Pitt community needs to comply with mitigation measures or prove they’re vaccinated.

  • University News
  • Students
  • Faculty
  • Staff
Finkel Muge in a blue shirt

Pitt, UN: Lack of Women in Public Administration Threatens COVID-19 Recovery

Gender imbalances in leadership could imperil recovery from the COVID-19, socioeconomic and climate crises.

  • Community Impact
  • Global
  • Graduate School of Public and International Affairs
  • Kenneth P. Dietrich School of Arts and Sciences

Faculty, Staff: A New Way to Share Opportunities with Students

From the University Times: The new Catalog of Opportunities will give students a one-stop location to find events, research projects, internships and other activities. Post yours before the fall term

  • University News
  • Faculty
  • Staff
  • Students
People in white lab coats protest for Black Lives Matter

What Now?

Here are five post-Diversity Forum 2021 actions that you can take to help create more just communities.

  • Community Impact
  • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
a woman in a gray shirt wearing a head scarf

Understanding antibodies in COVID-19

Ghady Haidar is learning more about vaccination efficacy in immunocompromised patients and beyond.

  • Innovation and Research
  • Covid-19
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One Week Left For Your Chance to Win

There’s still time to complete your Vaccination Disclosure Form to be eligible for prizes. See who won the latest drawing.

  • University News
  • Faculty
  • Staff
  • Students
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Reinvention Never Stops

An all-new look and approach to pitt.edu and Pittwire.

  • Our City/Our Campus
three people dragging blue and gold housing carts through Oakland

Staff: Volunteer for Pitt Arrival

Give the newest Panthers and their families a warm welcome this August. Help distribute carts and hand out wristbands and gifts.

  • University News
  • Staff
Clip art of a face covered in numbers with people inspecting it

Big Picture

As today’s challenges mount, Pitt nurtures tomorrow’s big data problem solvers.

  • David C. Frederick Honors College
  • Community Impact
Why I was Vaccinated

I Am Vaccinated: Students Explain Why

There are so many reasons to get your COVID-19 vaccine. We asked a few members of our campus community why they got theirs — here’s what they said. Learn more at coronavirus.pitt.edu.

  • Health and Wellness
  • University News
Harold Rickenbacker

Breathe easy

Harold Rickenbacker (ENGR ’19G) manages clean air projects in the United States and abroad with the Environmental Defense Fund.

  • Health and Wellness
  • Community Impact
  • Alumni
a man in a dark jacket and blue suit with his folded hands at his chin

‘Where is My Justice?’

Former death row prisoner Anthony Ray Hinton shared his emotional story at the opening session of the 2021 Diversity Forum.

  • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Oakland Hotel with the Cathedral of Learning in the distance

Pitt Redevelopment to Address Neighborhood Goals in Oakland

The University of Pittsburgh plans to add a grocery store and nonstudent housing at a key site connecting Central and South Oakland.

  • Community Impact