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Jim Coleman’s book was honored by the American Association of Teachers of Italian
His exploration of Renaissance practices of improvisation and oral poetry, “A Sudden Frenzy,” won the organization’s First Book Prize.
2 Pitt Law professors were elected Fellows of the American Bar Foundation
John Linarelli and Christian Powell Sundquist join a prestigious group — no more than 1% of licensed attorneys with outstanding dedication to the highest principles of the legal profession.
Nicholas Rescher, a polymath who helped to establish Pitt as a philosophy powerhouse, dies at 95
Renowned for a “sheer range of intellect,” the professor’s career spanned six decades of teaching and researching topics such as logic, metaphysics, epistemology and philosophy of science.
Jacqueline Ellison’s research was published in Health Affairs
Her study on contraceptive use among Medicaid enrollees could have major health implications for people with disabilities.
The University Library System will host the full collection of Pitt podcast ‘Being Human’
Audio and transcripts of interviews with nearly 70 humanities researchers are available now.
Meet 5 award-winning alumni educators who are transforming classrooms
Their work is shaping the future, which ultimately benefits us all.
Pitt received a seed grant from the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation
The University will use the $250,000 award to advance diverse, equitable STEM doctoral programs.
Jamie Ducar and Khirsten L. Scott received prestigious community engagement awards
Campus Compact recognized the pair for their efforts in education equity, administration and ethical engagement.
The School of Education is tackling the teacher shortage with an innovative, multifaceted approach
With its new undergraduate teacher education program, Pitt wants to get more qualified teachers into K-12 classrooms faster.
Graduate students, apply for study abroad funding by Feb. 15
Conduct independent research or have an international learning experience with Pitt’s Nationality Rooms and Intercultural Exchange Programs Scholarships.
Anthony Grace was awarded a continuation of his National Institutes of Health grant
The Distinguished Professor of Neuroscience is studying adolescent stress as a risk factor for major mental disorders.
Preventing violence among youth could start on the field
Pitt researchers are studying a national antiviolence program that is instilling healthy relationship and mental health practices in young male athletes through their coaches.
What if … we could remove roadblocks for rural students?
Darris Means has spent the last decade examining how to build resources for Black youth in rural districts.
A Pitt alumnus is developing ‘green steel’ to revolutionize the industry
Boston Metal CEO Tadeu Carneiro says, “We are privileged, all of us, to be living in the decade during which we will save the planet.”
Forbes Avenue sidewalk closures planned through April
Stay safe near construction zones as work continues on The Eatery and Hillman Library.
Pitt’s father-son coaching team is keeping track in the family
Their one-on-one approach helps student-athletes sprint toward their best selves.
Pitt health sciences was recognized for professional development by the National Postdoctoral Association
The schools’ Office of Academic Career Development received a nod from the NPA Pilot Recognition Program.
Pitt researchers, submit a letter of intent for the Manners Awards by March 4
The University Center for Social and Urban Research will award up to $20,000 to two interdisciplinary research projects.
The STEM Coding Lab was awarded a grant from the Richard King Mellon Foundation
Pitt students and faculty volunteer with the nonprofit, which strives to provide under-resourced Pittsburgh-area children with essential computer skills.
2 draft policies are open for comments
Provide feedback on the Assistance Animals, Therapy Animals, and Pets and FERPA policies by Feb. 7.
