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Registration Now Open for 2021 Diversity Forum
Plus, submit your artwork to the Art of Diversity Showcase by July 9 and your virtual poster proposals by July 16.
This Week’s Vaccine Incentive Prize Winners
Nine members of the Pitt community brought home $3,400 in prizes this week. Disclose your COVID-19 vaccination status to be eligible for next week’s prize drawing.
Our Students Are Our Strength
In the past year, the University of Pittsburgh embraced uncertainty, showed resilience and accomplished amazing things — and in many ways, our students led the way. See their stories.
Sign Up for the United Way Virtual Trivia Bowl
The Pittsburgh City Game will pit our University faculty and staff teams against Duquesne University’s in a bracket-style tournament fundraiser to benefit the United Way. Register by Jan. 20.
Parking Update During Winter Break
Three lots will be available for postdocs, graduate students and essential staff to park at no cost while they are working on campus during the winter recess.
Irvis Hall Walkway Closure Effective Jan. 8
The pedestrian walkway on the south side of Irvis Hall will be temporarily closed through Feb. 5, 2021, as part of the Hillside Restoration and Enabling Project.
Randall Family Big Idea Competition: Accepting Applications
The Randall Family Big Idea Competition is one of the region’s largest student startup pitch competitions with the goal of fostering Pitt’s growing culture of innovation and entrepreneurship.
National Science Foundation Innovation Corps
National Science Foundation Innovation Corps regional courses are for University researchers and early-stage startup founders who are interested in exploring the market potential of their work and
Additional Building Access Enhancements Begin This Week
An updated Authority to Operate (ATO) system will help keep the campus community safe by ensuring individuals are approved to access buildings. Access requests and an FAQ on the new system are now
Virtual She Innovates Hackathon Runs Feb. 5-7
Undergraduate and graduate students, regardless of experience level, are encouraged to register for a weekend of hacking, technical talks and mentorship from Feb. 5-7.
Call for Proposals for Open Education Resources Project Funding
The funding from the Office of the Provost is for faculty to adapt, adopt and/or create open education resources for an existing course. Proposals are due March 11, 2021.
Senior Capstone Colloquium: Reading Bodies in German Culture
On Intergenerational Queer Kinship and the Frail Body of August von Platen, this talk explores engaging with Platen’s queer life through his diaries.
Submit Your Big Ideas
Pitt students are invited to compete for a total of $100,000 in cash awards—with a $25,000 grand prize—based on taking their innovative ideas to market. Applications are due Feb. 19.
Find Success with SHRS: Health Information Management and Athletic Training
Join our Health Information Management (BS) faculty and our Athletic Training (BS) faculty for an enhanced information session to discover how you can Find Success with SHRS.
Meet Your Match Mini Student Activity Fairs
Meet with representatives of different student organizations and find which one(s) match your interests.
Attention Pre-Health Students: Register Now for the CPHS Pitt Pre-Health Summit
The Coalition of Pre-Health Students presents the Fifth Annual Pitt Pre-Health Summit, which will be taking place virtually on March 6, 2021.
Students: The Counseling Center is Here to Help
The University Counseling Center is open for virtual visits and drop-in hours five days a week. Make an appointment today.
Undergraduate Students on the Pittsburgh Campus: Take the 2021 SERU Survey
Take the 2021 Student Experience in the Research University (SERU) survey here: provost.pitt.edu/seru.
Webinar to Focus on Building Connections While Working Apart
The Pitt Communities webinar panel will take place on Thursday, March 18, from noon to 1 p.m. and is open to students, faculty, staff and represented employees.
March 31: Pandemic Pivots and Power Moves
In celebration of Women’s History Month, the Office of the Provost Faculty Diversity Development team invites you to engage in a roundtable-style discussion with dynamic University of Pittsburgh women
