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LifeX Labs Accepting Applications for Free Accelerator Program
The accelerator is a free, three-month immersive program for a cohort of pre-incorporation or recently incorporated life sciences ventures. The deadline to apply is Jan. 22, 2021.
Building Access Enhancements Launched This Week
Business and Operations rolled out streamlined features for the Authority to Operate (ATO) system on Jan. 4, including a simplified access request process and enhanced email confirmations.
Manners Awards Open for Letters of Intent
The Stephen D. Manners Faculty Development Award grants are intended to support pilot research that has the potential to lead to larger, externally funded projects of interest to local and national
Public Comments Sought for Temporary Signage Policy
Pitt students, faculty and staff can participate in reviewing draft policy and providing feedback during the comment period.
Faculty and Staff COVID-19 At-Home Tests Available Through Quest
Order a test if you are faculty or staff and have been identified as a close contact through exposure to someone who has COVID-19, are working in an area identified as a localized outbreak on campus
New Film Student Documentary on George Romero Premieres Feb. 4
A screening and discussion of Pitt film studies students’ “George Romero & Pittsburgh: The Early Years” will look at the horror director’s creative endeavors, connections to Pitt and his legacy as an
Registration Is Open for the Mentoring and Advising Summit
This year’s summit, focused on inclusive excellence in mentoring and advising, will take place virtually on March 11.
Assessment and Teaching Conference Set for Feb. 12
Sessions on topics such as academic integrity and mid-course assessments are part of the day-long virtual event.
Pitt Business Students Offer Free Online Tax Prep Help
Individuals with an annual income of $57,000 or less are eligible for the program, which will be offered online this season.
Writing Workshops to Inspire Older LGBTQIA+ Adults
A writing program hosted by the Center for Creativity aims to help the older Pittsburgh LGBTQIA+ community communicate through poetry and flash non-fiction.
Live Transcripts Now Available in Zoom
As of Friday, Feb. 12, Zoom added a live transcript feature, as well as an audio transcript generation feature for recorded meetings and webinars.
Annual MyDisclosures Period Opens March 15
The University is required to survey all faculty, certain staff and trainees annually to assure that outside professional activities and financial interests do not affect University responsibilities.
Virtual Spring Safety Fair Tuesday, March 9 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Please join us for our annual Virtual Spring Safety Fair featuring different departments on campus.
Graduate and Professional Practice Students: Take the 2021 gradSERU Survey
Take the 2021 Graduate Student Experience in the Research University (gradSERU) survey here: provost.pitt.edu/seru
Public Comments Sought for Two Draft Policies
Pitt students, faculty and staff can participate in reviewing the draft policies and providing comments for the Provost's Advisory Committee on Undergraduate Programs and the University Council on
Register for Faculty and Staff Development Program Spring Workshops
The virtual workshops are designed to enhance the professional and personal development of Pitt faculty and staff. New offerings this term include a session on working remotely.
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Apply now to earn your Bachelor of Science in Health Information Management where students enjoy a 100% employment rate.
Show Your Support for Survivors of Sexual Assault
Pitt’s Sexual Violence Prevention and Education Office is collecting messages to create an online wall of support for survivors—share yours today.
Pitt Faculty Member to Present at Nobel Summit
Hear Tamar Krishnamurti speak on what’s needed to address major issues impacting global wellness on April 26.
Students: Share Your Feedback About IT Services at Pitt
Please tell us about the technology you use by completing a 10-question survey. The first 500 students who submit a completed survey receive a movie streaming code from Vudu.
