Campus News
Friday, June 30, 2017
Board of Trustees Elects Members, Approves Construction Projects for Pittsburgh, Johnstown
The University of Pittsburgh Board of Trustees elected four new members, approved construction projects, set next steps for Pitt's Titusville campus and finalized a new leadership position during its June 30 meeting.
Friday, June 30, 2017
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.
Wednesday, June 14, 2017
Center’s Pitt Connections Run Deep
POWER House, a women’s recovery center with many ties to the University and alumni, honors Pitt’s David Hickton for his significant impact in the field of addiction.
Friday, June 9, 2017
Bradford, Titusville President a 'Rare Find'
After 14 years of service, Livingston Alexander — a leader committed to academic success and community engagement — has chosen to step down as president of the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford and Titusville, effective June 30, 2018.
Wednesday, June 7, 2017
Culture, Innovation Build Global Connection
More than 30 ambassadors to the United States spent a day touring Pitt’s Nationality Rooms and Human Engineering Research Laboratories as part of a three-day visit to Pittsburgh.
Friday, June 2, 2017
Pittwire Debuts as University News Source
Pittwire is the official news source of the University of Pittsburgh, devoted to telling the story of Pitt and its people by delivering the most strategically significant and engaging news of the University.
Friday, April 28, 2017
Polio Vaccine Pioneer Dies at 96
Best known for his work with Jonas Salk developing the first effective polio vaccine, Julius Youngner's career in science spanned more than 60 years, influenced a generation of virologists and saved innumerable lives.
Friday, March 24, 2017
With Millennials Eating Less Meat, Campus Chefs Up Their Vegan Cooking Skills
In one-on-one sessions with Dining Services staff, food committee meetings and on social media, students have voiced interest and requests for more dishes that don’t contain meat.
Friday, February 10, 2017
Cybersecurity Experts Discuss Russian Hacking
Discussion ranged from early cybercriminals to how espionage has evolved to just how secure our iPhones are today