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Campus buildings get special attention in preparation for return to campus

From enhanced cleaning protocols to improved air quality systems, Pitt’s Office of Facilities Management is working hard to prepare for fall.

  • Health and Wellness
  • Our City/Our Campus

Pitt commits to carbon neutrality

The University has already reduced greenhouse gas emissions on the Pittsburgh campus by 22%. Building and infrastructure efficiencies are key to the new goal of carbon neutrality by 2037—Pitt’s 250th

  • Global
  • Our City/Our Campus
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How to make friends on campus

You may have thousands of “friends” on social media, but feel hopelessly alone at college. Here’s help.

  • Our City/Our Campus
  • Students

A hydropower plan marks Pitt’s largest-ever commitment to renewable energy

Pitt plans to purchase 100% of the power from a low-impact hydroelectric plant expected to open in 2022, which will generate enough power to supply a quarter of the Pittsburgh campus electricity needs

  • Our City/Our Campus
  • Sustainability
  • Pittsburgh Campus

Pitt students were applauded for food recovery efforts in a City of Pittsburgh climate plan

Pitt’s Food Recovery Heroes collect surplus food from dining halls and local establishments to donate to organizations that feed the hungry.

  • Community Impact
  • Our City/Our Campus
  • Sustainability
  • Students
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Pittsburgh's innovation ecosystem is key to next-generation technology leadership, according to a new report

The Brookings Institution reports that the University of Pittsburgh and neighboring entities form the core of a naturally occurring innovation district.

  • Innovation and Research
  • Our City/Our Campus
  • Human Engineering Research Lab (HERL)

New bike lanes added to Forbes Avenue

Designated lanes and special left-turn boxes for bicycles are making cycling on Pitt's campus easier and safer.

  • University News
  • Our City/Our Campus
  • Sustainability
  • Pittsburgh Campus

Dining services expands sustainable practices, selection of world cuisines and vegan dishes

From locally sourced meat to increased Farmers Market hours and gluten-free options — Pitt's Dining Services has something tasty for everyone. Plus, get the answers to frequently asked questions about

  • University News
  • Our City/Our Campus
  • Sustainability
  • Students
  • Pittsburgh Campus
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Student engineers will learn on the fly for the Red Bull 'Flugtag' contest in Pittsburgh

On Aug. 5, the "Roc-ettes" team of engineers will put their skills to the test at Red Bull Flugtag, a flying-machine competition.

  • Technology & Science
  • Our City/Our Campus
  • Swanson School of Engineering

AIDS Free Pittsburgh aims for no new cases and lower HIV rate in Allegheny County by 2020

AIDS Free Pittsburgh is uniting more than 20 local groups, including Pitt, to fight the epidemic. In 2015, nearly 3,000 people in Allegheny County were living with HIV.

  • Health and Wellness
  • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
  • Our City/Our Campus
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Building Renamed to Honor K. Leroy Irvis

Pennsylvania Hall has been renamed K. Leroy Irvis Hall after the Pitt alumnus, emeritus trustee and historic legislative leader.

  • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
  • Our City/Our Campus