University News

Fourteen outstanding scholars from across eight states received the University’s pinnacle award for incoming first-year students.

Pitt welcomed the Class of 2030 in a packed week of events, from New Student Convocation to Lantern Night.

The senior vice chancellor for health sciences and dean of the School of Medicine will return to faculty effective June 30, 2027, or upon his successor’s arrival.

The University is bringing S.T.E.A.M education to the neighborhood’s most iconic and historic building.

The University ranked No. 5 in the education industry in its sixth year on the America’s Best-In-State Employers list.

There are myriad new programs on tap for Pitt students this fall, tackling subjects as varied as space engineering, musical theatre, and Chinese food and culture.

April Belback, Don Elliott and Enku Gelaye will work to continue strengthening the University’s commitment to student success and financial sustainability in their new roles.

The professor of economics is a recognized leader in her field and a core faculty member in Pitt’s Center for Latin American Studies and Global Studies program.

The University reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring everyone can pursue learning, teaching, research and work free from fear while outlining actions underway to advance the group’s recommendations.

The University’s myriad affordability initiatives — from a tuition-free promise at regional campuses to a national commitment to enroll more Pell-eligible students — secured its spot.