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Updated 2020-2021 Academic Calendar is Now Available
Fall term classes will begin on August 19, 2020, and end November 20, 2020, among other adjustments.
Pitt IT Offering July Teams Training
Pitt IT is holding several July sessions that help users learn more about the features and resources they can find in Microsoft’s collaborative Teams platform.
Pitt-Greensburg to Move to Elevated Risk Posture on July 13
The University of Pittsburgh at Greensburg announced plans to join the Pittsburgh campus in moving to the Elevated Risk Posture on Monday, July 13.
Collaborate to Develop Better Technology Solutions for Clinical Care
Discover how Health Information Management professionals work with clinicians to customize solutions to meet the needs of the patient and the requirements of the clinician.
Students Pursuing Pre-Med are Invited to Meet with Current School of Medicine Students
Dietrich School students interested in a future career as a medical doctor are invited to participate in a new partnership between the Dietrich School's Academic Advising Center and the Pitt Med
Last Chance: Vote for the People's Choice Award
Voting closes at midnight for the People’s Choice Award for the Art of Diversity Showcase and Competition. Cast your vote for your favorite visual, performance or written work now.
Pitt u.lab Hub is Hosting Taster Sessions to Welcome New Members
Please join us for our 2020 Pitt u.lab hub taster session and look forward to learning about activities the team is planning for this year.
Reminder: University-Wide Orientation for Graduate and Professional Students on Aug. 17
On Monday, Aug. 17, from 3 to 5 p.m., new University graduate and professional students are invited to a virtual event to meet key administrative and student leaders and get an introduction to the
Expired Pitt IDs May Impact PittCat
Patrons with expired Pitt ID cards are seeing some impact within the new PittCat, and may get notices that due dates of their items may have changed.
Sign Up for Paid Participation in Economics Experiments
Researchers at University of Pittsburgh Experimental Economics Laboratory are conducting studies about individual decision making. Students are being invited to participate and will be paid for their
Introduction to Glitch Art
This online workshop will cover some of the various tools and techniques associated with the creation of glitch art.
Reminder: Important Dates and Travel Guidance
Don’t forget: The fall term academic calendar has been modified due to the University’s response to the pandemic, and Pitt has issued important travel and social gathering guidance.
Developing a Business Plan: Mini Session
Join us for a mini version of the Second Step: Developing A Business Plan workshop on Tuesday, Sept. 15.
Funding from Takeda Pharma
The University of Pittsburgh is expanding its successful partnership with Takeda Pharmaceutical Co. and is seeking requests for proposals for funded research projects across a range of categories.
Listen to This: P.R.I.D.E. Program Launches Season 2 of Podcast
The P.R.I.D.E. Program in the School of Education’s Office of Child Development has released a new season of its podcast that addresses implicit bias and young children.
Spring 2021 Academic Calendar Released
Among the highlights shared by Provost and Senior Vice Chancellor Ann E. Cudd include the first day of spring term classes (Jan. 19), replacement of the typical weeklong spring break with two student
Political Activity and the University
The Office of Community and Governmental Relations has compiled guidance for the University community on campaign-related activities.
Pittsburgh Campus to Move to Guarded Risk Posture
Today, the University announced that the Pittsburgh campus plans to shift to Guarded Risk posture on Monday, Oct. 19. Further messaging provided details on what this means for the community.
New Spring Course: "Green France"
Take French 1036, "Green France," a new interdisciplinary course taught in English with no pre-requisites. Counts for the Sustainability Certificate and the Environmental Studies and French majors.
Guarded Risk Posture and Activity Area Plans
As the Pittsburgh campus plans to move to Guarded Risk posture on Oct. 19, remember that each unit has its own activity area plan outlining its operations in each posture.
