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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.
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Pitt students get invaluable career experience in this organization
The Incline Consulting Group builds students’ professional development and community by offering pro-bono consulting for nonprofits. Here’s how to join.
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The Pitt Vaccination and Health Connection Hub is expanding its services
With more vaccination offerings, biometric screenings and a new website, the Hub on Fifth Avenue is becoming an even more important health resource for the Pitt community and beyond.
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7 free things to do in March
Check out Women’s History Month events, a spring festival and a poetry workshop. Plus, there’s pie.
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Meet 6 local heroes of Black resistance
Pitt will honor the champions for equality, inclusion and anti-racism initiatives at a Feb. 22 night of celebration.
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Black-owned businesses to explore in Pittsburgh
Pitt’s Office of Engagement and Community Affairs offered a list of boutiques, bakeries and more to support during Black History Month.
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Nominate a local hero of Black resistance by Feb. 6
Winners will be celebrated at Pitt’s 2023 K. Leroy Irvis Black History Month event on Feb. 22.
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8 empowering events to check out in February
Celebrate Black history and diverse voices throughout the month with works by August Wilson, a dance ensemble, a women's hackathon and more.
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How a Pitt program in the Hill District is closing the digital divide in Pittsburgh
The Community Engagement Center’s Digital Inclusion Studio promotes digital literacy and development for both adults and children.
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5 activities to kick off the spring semester
From mask crafting to Indian dancing, there’s plenty to do in January.
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2022 in photos
Pitt’s photographers see everything — from behind-the-scenes lab work to candid moments between students and alums. See some of our team’s favorite pics of the year.
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Christmas Day at Pitt expands to better meet community need
This year’s service event will feed 2,500 guests at four locations throughout Pittsburgh.
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These were the most popular posts on Pitt social media in 2022
It was an exciting year for Pitt official, including the launch of our TikTok account. Here’s what clicked with Panthers around the world.
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9 things to watch, listen to and read this winter break
Pitt student leaders are here to help you fill your queue.
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5 things to do in December
From holiday lights to pinecone crafts to an ugly sweater contest at Neville Roller Drome, here's how to make the month memorable.
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How the pandemic inspired this Pitt student to pursue a career in public health
For Larisa Garza Chapa, a graduate degree is the first step to making meaningful changes in health equity.
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Panthers Forward debt-relief program welcomes 150 new members
Students in the first-of-its-kind program receive up to $5,000 in federal loan relief, mentoring and exclusive programming to support them as they graduate from Pitt.
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Go behind the scenes as Pitt’s Nationality Rooms are decorated for the holidays
Tours begin Nov. 25, and the annual open house will be held in person on Dec. 4 after a two-year hiatus.
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Pitt’s new solar energy partnership is among the largest in Western Pennsylvania
Construction has begun on the Gaucho Solar project, which will supply 100% of its electricity to Pitt for the next 20 years.
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Pitt is featured in Monopoly: Pittsburgh
In the newest edition of the classic game, players compete to buy up the city’s bridges, landmarks and restaurants.