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Register Today: Rolling Out a Vaccine for COVID-19: Present Prospects and Lessons from the Past
Sixty-five years ago, Jonas Salk and a team of scientists at Pitt developed the first safe and effective vaccine against polio. What can we learn from those efforts? Join a panel discussion on
Pitt Law Voting Rights Expert Hosts Training Sessions
Virtual sessions are available on Oct. 14 and Oct. 20 at 7 p.m. The sessions will be led by Pitt Associate Professor of Law Jessie Allen, an expert on voter suppression and voter’s rights.
Global Entrepreneurship Week
During one week each November, thousands of events and competitions in 170 countries inspire millions to engage in entrepreneurial activity while connecting them to potential collaborators, mentors
Wi-Fi Upgrade to Affect MyResNet Service Early on Oct. 18
As part of its ongoing efforts to resolve service disruptions and optimize MyResNet performance, Pitt IT has scheduled network maintenance to upgrade Wi-Fi infrastructure in University residences on
Submit an Artifact for the Hispanic Heritage Month Showcase
While Hispanic Heritage Month is over, Pitt is still collecting artifacts for its showcase, which will be displayed in an online gallery and shared via University social media channels.
Win Free Pizza from Pizza Caliente
Go pick up a physical Pitt News newspaper from one of our stands and test your luck to see if you find a golden ticket. If you find a golden ticket you will win free pizza from Pizza Caliente.
Shelter-in-Place Guidance for End-of-Term Travel
The COVID-19 Medical Response Office issued guidance for Pitt students as they prepare to leave campuses at the end of the fall term. Pitt’s experts are advising students to shelter-in-place for 14
Health Sciences Graduate Programs and Career Paths: The Perspectives of Black Faculty
On Wednesday, Nov. 18, from 5-6 p.m., Black faculty members will share insights on their own career paths and the graduate and professional programs their different schools offer at Pitt.
How Do You Bring Your Story to the Screen?
Join us for an all-star panel who will share their experiences making Pittsburgh-inspired movies.
Year of Engagement Awards More Than $20,000 in First Grant Cycle
From oral history projects to data analytics in high schools, Year of Engagement grant awardees will discuss their projects in two upcoming noon events on Nov. 12 and Nov. 16.
Students Urged to Be Vigilant for Fraudulent Job Scams
Pitt IT and Student Affairs have tips for spotting fraudulent job scams and instructions for what to do if students see a suspicious email.
Provost to Host Faculty Town Hall on Thursday, Nov. 19
On Thursday, Nov. 19, at 3 p.m., faculty are invited to join a town hall hosted by representatives across the University. It will be available on Zoom and on YouTube Live.
Partnerships of Distinction Award Nomination Due Dec. 1
Additionally, the deadline for Community Engaged Scholarship Forum workshop and poster submission proposals has been extended to Dec. 11.
Pitt IT Town Halls Scheduled for Staff and Faculty
Chief Information Officer Mark Henderson will share Pitt IT’s vision and major initiatives to support teaching, learning, research and work at the University.
Let's Talk Africa: The Past, Present and Future of Women and Law in Africa
Come join the honorable Ari Tobi, renowned speaker and writer.
New Human Resources and Payroll System Launches
With the new year comes a new human resources and payroll system: Pitt Worx. Review the Getting Started in Pitt Worx guide on the Pitt Worx Hub on SharePoint to learn about the most important items to
Collaborate to Develop Better Technology Solutions for Clinical Care
Discover how HIM professionals work with clinicians to customize solutions to meet the needs of the patient and the requirements of the clinician.
Pitt Jazz Presents "The Honest Struggle: Living as a Target"
The film “The Honest Struggle," which tells the story of Sadiq Davis, a Muslim convert who re-enters society in the Southside of Chicago after 25 years of incarceration to face the same streets that
Applications Open for Staff Council Book Fund Award
Staff Council is accepting applications for its Endowed Book Fund Awards; the deadline is Monday, Jan. 25.
Find Success with SHRS: Counseling and Dietitian Nutritionist Programs
Join our Dietitian Nutritionist (BS/MS, MS) and Counseling (MS) faculty for enhanced information sessions to discover how you can find success with SHRS.
