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5 Juneteenth events to check out this weekend
From music to markets, here’s how to observe the holiday in Pittsburgh.
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Community members celebrate University partnerships in the Hill District
A recent gathering highlighted the promises that Pitt’s made and kept to the neighborhood, from vaccine clinics to science demonstrations for kids.
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6 budget-friendly things to do in Pittsburgh this June
Embrace the summer season with Pride festivals, an August Wilson play and jazz performances.
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Cathedral peregrine falcon chicks given bands and clean bills of health
For the first time since 2019, biologists, birders and staff from the National Aviary, Pennsylvania Game Commission and Pitt worked together to band the young peregrines.
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This mother-daughter artistic duo wants to diversify Oakland’s business district
Christine and Brigette Bethea of Argyle Studio and ULEADx are pairing with Pitt people to give artists and leaders a leg up in Pittsburgh.
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How the Plan for Pitt puts sustainability into practice
Sustainability is one of the University’s six core values. This Q&A explains what that actually means.
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Keep your mind sharp this summer with curated library guides from Pitt
Pitt experts and librarians have developed dozens of LibGuides to help you understand everything from Russian history to queer horror.
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When Pitt students move out, Clutter for a Cause finds a new life for stuff that’s left behind
The annual program diverts usable and quality items to reuse and recycle instead of landfills, and it also helps students be good neighbors.
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Citizens Police Academy gives ‘intense’ look at officer training
Participants had to make split-second decisions in a 180-degree simulator, among other activities that helped them better understand the challenges officers face.
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Pitt opens a cutting-edge biomedical research hub at The Assembly
The Pittsburgh space will serve as an epicenter of innovation in life sciences for Pitt researchers, entrepreneurs and established companies.
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6 in-person shows to see in Pittsburgh this May
See a circus act, a Celtic magic show and more with Pitt’s Cheap Seats discount program for students, faculty and staff.
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In honor of Audubon Day, check out Pitt’s collection of his prints
Pitt has one of the only sets of John James Audubon’s Birds of America series and was among the first to make them accessible in high resolution. Take a look.
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Pitt Hillel creates meaningful cultural experiences on campus and beyond
The student-led and staff supported group is a place of fellowship and celebration for Jewish college students across Pittsburgh.
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From first-generation to graduation
Pitt’s TRIO Student Support Services has been helping under-resourced undergraduates like Elizabeth Shunk for 50 years.
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How a veteran teaches about ancient wars at Pitt
Josh Cannon, who served two tours in Iraq, uses humor and personal experiences to make battles fought long ago feel relevant to modern life.
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Pitt Farmers Market is back
Get fresh produce and visit local vendors on select Thursdays from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. outside the William Pitt Union.
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Pop artist Burton Morris said he owes his life to the Cathedral of Learning. You can now see his painting of it in Hillman Library.
His parents met at Pitt in the ’50s. Last week, the Pittsburgh native unveiled his painting of the building that holds a special place in his heart.
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6 in-person shows to see in Pittsburgh this April
From Afropop to Pitt Stages plays, Pittwire previews upcoming performances you won’t want to miss.
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How a circular economy could fix the supply chain
"The real innovation lies when you think about the beginning of design,” says Melissa Bilec, co-director of Pitt’s Mascaro Center for Sustainable Innovation.
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Nearly 30,000 vaccines and counting
One year after Pitt acquired its vaccine supply, volunteers, staff and interns share the lessons they’ve learned.