Campus News

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Tuesday, December 15, 2020

Bill Yates Appointed Vice Chancellor for Research Protections
Yates will lead the units that aid investigators in designing and performing research studies that meet current ethical standards and conform to all applicable laws and regulations.
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Tuesday, December 15, 2020

2020 Visions
Pitt photographers share a collection of photos from a year like no other.
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Tuesday, December 15, 2020

3 Pitt Experts on Reasons for Optimism in 2021
Optimism is hardwired in most humans, says public health professor Steve Albert. If you don’t feel like you’re one of them right now, here are three perspectives on why, despite all that 2020 brought us, things are looking brighter.
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Tuesday, December 15, 2020

What We’re Reading and Watching Over the Break: 2020 Edition
Faculty and staff are using their winter break to catch up on TV shows and explore socially relevant releases and bestsellers. Get inspired by their picks.
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Friday, December 11, 2020

When to Watch the Skies This Weekend
Tonight through Dec. 14, Pittsburghers will have a chance to see the geminid meteor shower. Astronomy’s Sandhya Rao offers her tips for viewing.
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Friday, December 11, 2020

It’s the Most Important Time of the Year for Financial Aid
Pitt uses information from the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to determine eligibility for a variety of educational financing options, including scholarships and work study. That’s why it’s so important for students to fill out the FAFSA every year and as soon as possible.
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Wednesday, December 9, 2020

Gallery: Experience the Holiday Splendor of Pitt’s Nationality Rooms
Though there is no in-person Holiday Open House for Pitt’s iconic Nationality Rooms this year, Pittwire has collected photos of years gone by to get you in the holiday spirit. Take a look.
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Monday, December 7, 2020

See the World Through Virtual Nationality Rooms Open House
This year’s longstanding holiday tradition hosted by the University of Pittsburgh is a two-week virtual celebration of cultures from around the world.
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Wednesday, November 25, 2020

Pitt Seed Program Now Open to 2021 Proposals
Diversity and inclusion and institutional resilience are key priorities for the fourth year of the Pitt Seed program.
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Thursday, November 19, 2020

Open Dialogue is Key for Sheltering at Home for the Holidays
Pitt experts know moving back home during a pandemic and sheltering in place around loved ones isn’t easy. Here are some of their tips for prioritizing your health and well-being during this time and throughout the holidays—and talking to friends and family about the same.