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18% of Pitt’s energy will now come from the sun
A partnership at the Gaucho Solar farm, the largest solar energy facility in Southwestern Pennsylvania, is yet another milestone on Pitt's road to carbon neutrality.
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Iconic — and cheap — Pittsburgh spots new students won’t want to miss
Use your Panther Card to get in discounted or free.
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Mark hip-hop’s 50th anniversary with Pitt and 1Hood Media on June 15
A free multimedia discussion will examine the rebellious art form that’s gone mainstream.
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Catch these Pittsburgh Pride Month events
Plus, resources for LGBTQ+ students, faculty and staff at Pitt.
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Pitt’s Equestrian Club brings a little country to the city
Riders credit the organization with providing a haven and community connections.
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Construction and renovation begins at the New Granada Theater
The historic building will be the future home of the Hill District Community Engagement Center.
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How to mark Memorial Day weekend in Pittsburgh
Head to the Soldiers and Sailors annual celebration near campus, or visit these local memorials to honor the day.
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Introducing the new director of the Hill District Community Engagement Center
Kelly Protho began her new role in the neighborhood she’s long loved on March 17.
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16 resources for Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
Celebrate Asian pop culture, join an Asian interest sorority and fight for civil rights with these Pitt and Pittsburgh-based groups.
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A new peregrine falcon moved into the Cathedral of Learning
Carla, a 3-year-old female falcon, has moved into the nest after a tough season for the previous resident female.
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Pitt professors bring hands-on scientific research into Pittsburgh Public Schools
The EvolvingSTEM program gives high school classrooms the tools to deliver lab-ready lessons to kids. Key Pitt suppliers pitched in to help, too.
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What’s new in campus construction at Pitt
From a sprawling wellness center to cutting-edge classrooms, recent and upcoming upgrades on Pitt campuses are all part of a larger plan to improve the student experience.
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Highlights from the 2018-2022 Pitt Sustainability Plan progress report
From declining greenhouse gas emissions to innovative educational campaigns, Pitt is on its way to meeting many of the 68 goals established in the 2018 plan. Here’s what you need to know.
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Don’t miss these 5 things in Pitt’s new Jonas Salk exhibit
An iron lung, an award from Disneyland and an iconic desk are among the objects on display from the polio pioneer’s archives.
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This Pitt program trains members of Black churches to provide bereavement counseling
Thanks to the Pitt Innovation Challenge, the TRIBUTE program is increasing mental health support in communities of color. You can fund your bold idea, too.
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Graduating Pittsburgh Public Scholars want to help the city and beyond
The Pitt program guarantees admission and financial assistance for Pittsburgh Public Schools’ valedictorians and salutatorians. Here’s how two hope to change the world.
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Pittsburgh universities join forces to raise awareness of sexual assault
Five universities, including Pitt, will come together April 16 to show solidarity and support for victims.
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6 things to do around the Pittsburgh campus in April
Design a spacecraft, attend free concerts and celebrate Pitt innovators.
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Pitt helped bring a gospel pioneer’s music back to life
A daylong community celebration honoring composer Charles Henry Pace and his activist wife, Frankie, resurrected songs not heard in more than six decades. Learn more about their legacy.
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This Pitt program is helping small minority-owned businesses succeed
The Mentor-Protege Program pairs large construction firms with smaller companies to create a more resilient regional economy.