Our City/Our Campus
After 20 years, Christmas Day at Pitt is still bringing joy and connection to the community
Meet longtime volunteer Mark Burdsall, who says the annual event does more than provide meals and gifts — it creates a sense of belonging.
Meet the Pitt staffers who keep campus running during winter recess
From lab managers to police officers, these unsung heroes work behind-the-scenes to keep the University’s Pittsburgh campus safe and functional over break.
2025 at Pitt, in photos
From a new look for Hillman Library to welcoming the University’s largest ever incoming class, it was a year of unforgettable moments.
5 free cultural events in Pittsburgh in December
Find out this month why National Geographic described the Steel City as “one of America’s most underrated cities.”

