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Travel the world this October without leaving Pittsburgh
These five events put international art, voices and perspectives on display.
A new study lays the groundwork for detecting volcanic activity on Venus
Future space probes will travel to the nearby planet to look for signs of flowing lava. Pitt’s Ian Flynn is making sure they’ll be able to find the evidence if it’s there.
The biggest barrier to getting fossil fuel workers green jobs isn’t skills — it’s location
Fossil fuel workers have the right skills to join the green revolution. They’re just not in the right places, according to a new study by Pitt researcher Morgan Frank.
The Pitt Sustainability Challenge winner has a solution for food waste on campus
Ecotone Renewables will receive $300,000 to install five anaerobic digesters, which divert carbon emissions by turning local food waste into fertilizer.
Pitt’s BioForge Manufacturing Center gets approval from Pittsburgh’s Planning Commission
Construction on the life sciences research hub is scheduled to begin this year.
What mountains in Portugal can tell us about Pennsylvania’s geologic past
Understanding how mountains formed could help us predict future tectonic events and find minerals for electronics, says Fulbright Fellow and Pitt-Johnstown Associate Professor Ryan Kerrigan.
Pitt nursing, engineering jump in 2024 U.S. News & World Report Best College rankings
The University also ranked highly in two new categories, cracking the top 50 for psychology and economics undergraduate programs.
A career in IndyCar has taken this Pitt alumna for a wild ride
After more than a decade, Kate Gundlach has the experience and clout to hold one of the sport’s top engineering jobs and work for one of its most talented, unpredictable drivers.
Pitt is a top 20 leader in patents in the U.S.
Innovators at the University earned 105 utility patents in 2022, ranking Pitt at No. 16 in the nation among universities.
Go behind the scenes of Pitt’s new ACC commercial
See how our multimedia team captured the Cathedral of Learning and other spots around campus.
Pitt’s latest affordability initiative welcomes its inaugural class
The Kessler Scholars Program will support these first-generation students throughout their four years to make sure they belong and thrive at Pitt.
A monthlong celebration will mark the rich heritage of Pittsburgh’s Latinx and Hispanic communities
Organizers hope festivals, art exhibits, professional development sessions and other events will show participants the nation’s largest ethnic group is not a monolith.
Panthers Forward debt relief program, which has saved students $3.75 million, is seeking applications
Over 750 students have benefitted from the program, which alleviates federal student loan debt and offers an exclusive networking community for last-year students. Apply by Sept. 24.
Pitt-Bradford was recognized again for its value and national service contributions
Washington Monthly included the campus for an eighth year on its ranking, which assesses social mobility, research and community.
Pitt’s Center for Governance and Markets was recognized for its work supporting threatened scholars
The American Political Science Association honored the center for its Afghan Asylum Project, Afghanistan Project and other efforts to assist refugees.
Leadership changes in the Office for Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion will help advance its work
Clyde Wilson Pickett has named a new assistant vice chancellor and promoted two staffers in recent moves to strengthen equity work at Pitt.
Be a Good Neighbor Block Parties connect campus and community
Short- and long-term residents of the Oakland neighborhood are invited to free, family friendly events this September.
Meet the president of Pitt Vets
Skyler Rehbach draws on his own Army and research experiences to connect with other student-veterans at Pitt.
Pitt’s new classes and programs for fall 2023
Turn your favorite class into an honors course, learn African languages or pick up a specialty in sustainable business: Register for these new academic offerings before add/drop ends Sept. 8.
Pittsburgh’s 2nd annual Indigenous Cultural Festival will celebrate the region’s indigenous residents
Everyone regardless of background is invited to the Sept. 18-24 festivities, which include a mini powwow and special exhibits at Pitt.
