All Pittwire News
Filter By
![Two women in red "Hispanic Heritage Month" shirts](/sites/default/files/styles/pittwire_home_hero/public/2021-08/20190914_hispanic_13_0.jpg?h=1bc03ccc&itok=NceHpv3a)
Call for Proposals: New Latinx Connect Virtual Conference
Participants will discuss what it means to be Latinx/a/o/e/Hispanic at the Oct. 14-16 conference. Propose your workshop or panel discussion ideas by Aug. 27.
![](/sites/default/files/styles/pittwire_home_hero/public/article-images/20200604_ao_covid_campus_0082_insidedisplay.jpg?h=b9fbf23c&itok=hsrGhY8_)
Explore the Science of Viruses with Pitt Experts at Carnegie Science Center
This Saturday, learn about viruses and watch “Chasing COVID” at a family-friendly event.
![Jimbo Covert in a tan suit](/sites/default/files/styles/pittwire_home_hero/public/2021-08/dsc00609_hero.jpg?h=de836872&itok=7UKdkLV5)
Jimbo Covert adds to Pitt’s Hall of Fame legacy
The Pitt offensive tackle and Chicago Bears player joined the Pro Football Hall of Fame on Aug. 6-7.
![Paolo Pilladi in a dark shirt and headset, holding papers](/sites/default/files/styles/pittwire_home_hero/public/2021-08/unknown-1-1_hero-test.jpg?h=de836872&itok=H3IGNeZr)
Home Movie
Filmmaker Paolo Pilladi (A&S ’97) found local inspiration for his recent IFC films comedy, “Last Call,” starring Jeremy Piven.
![A masked person sits against a tree with a laptop](/sites/default/files/styles/pittwire_home_hero/public/2024-01/20200901_ao_covid_stock_0246_smallhero.jpg?h=d8076212&itok=2Z-nsT55)
The University updated its COVID-19 standards and guidelines
Pitt has announced simplified COVID-19 health rules to help keep the community safe.
![Rory Cooper in a dark suit](/sites/default/files/styles/pittwire_home_hero/public/2021-08/dr.-rory-cooper_20140611_004.jpg?h=e058472f&itok=fbvFnN88)
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
![Artwork of a brick wall and a bench, with the inscription "TO THE CHILDREN OF ONE DAY 2020"](/sites/default/files/styles/pittwire_home_hero/public/2021-08/pittwire_winners_art-of-diversity_1440x700.jpg?h=de836872&itok=ZJy-R_US)
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.
![Pitt dorm room with two desks and two beds](/sites/default/files/styles/pittwire_home_hero/public/2021-08/20210803_dorm_furniture_panorama-2_hero.jpg?h=de836872&itok=UbYqSIhV)
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.
![Owen](/sites/default/files/styles/pittwire_home_hero/public/2024-01/owen_erica_smallhero.jpg?h=d8076212&itok=KEGSgVXG)
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.
![Cars in a parking lot](/sites/default/files/styles/pittwire_home_hero/public/2021-08/large-20210514_ao_walking_tour_0239.jpg?h=82f92a78&itok=jBBgLFNt)
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.
![Ghilani](/sites/default/files/styles/pittwire_home_hero/public/2024-01/jessica-ghilani-small-hero.jpg?h=d8076212&itok=Jv2zqEb8)
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.
![Chance Wideman in a light shirt](/sites/default/files/styles/pittwire_home_hero/public/2021-08/picture-2.jpg?h=9dd7504d&itok=PTaKDTb2)
Chance Wideman was named director of new student programs
Chance Wideman will assume the role of director of New Student Programs, effective Aug. 9.
![Kati Csoman in a black and white top](/sites/default/files/styles/pittwire_home_hero/public/2021-08/20210806_ao_kati_csoman_0045_hero.jpg?h=de836872&itok=p3TEN7FB)
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.
![A person in glasses and a blue face mask holds a syringe in a gloved hand](/sites/default/files/styles/pittwire_home_hero/public/2023-02/20210128_ao_vaccine_clinic_0250_smallhero.jpg?h=d8076212&itok=ZMRIFmem)
Upload your proof of vaccination today
Every member of the Pitt community needs to comply with mitigation measures or prove they’re vaccinated.
![Finkel Muge in a blue shirt](/sites/default/files/styles/pittwire_home_hero/public/2021-08/finkel_-muge2_hero.jpg?h=de836872&itok=jyXNdsC2)
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.
![](/sites/default/files/styles/pittwire_home_hero/public/article-images/20210310_md_campusstock_0019a_social.jpg?h=6b2ab8f7&itok=TpxUYOpu)
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
![People in white lab coats protest for Black Lives Matter](/sites/default/files/styles/pittwire_home_hero/public/2021-07/20210525_ta_3906_white-coats-kneel_1440x700_0168.jpg?h=de836872&itok=a5l74pIh)
What Now?
Here are five post-Diversity Forum 2021 actions that you can take to help create more just communities.
![a woman in a gray shirt wearing a head scarf](/sites/default/files/styles/pittwire_home_hero/public/2021-07/gettyimages-897271658.jpg?h=87d6f6d6&itok=rS7eJmuG)
Understanding antibodies in COVID-19
Ghady Haidar is learning more about vaccination efficacy in immunocompromised patients and beyond.