Stories by
April Johnston
These two Pitt-Johnstown alumni prove the power of teaching
Amy Arcurio and Nicole Kuzmiak turned their experiences at UPJ into roles as local educational leaders.
Care for community gives this Pitt-Titusville alumnus the right frame of mind
First as a nurse, now as a small-business owner, UPT alumnus Corey Young continues to play a vital role in his tight-knit community.
A Pitt-Bradford alumna writes the next chapter of her hometown's story
No matter how far she wandered, Kane, Pennsylvania (and McKean County, home to UPB) would always be Kate Kennedy's home
This rural Pennsylvania field station is an ecologist’s dream
Pitt’s Pymatuning Laboratory of Ecology has hosted a rotating cast of prominent researchers for nearly a century.
A stacked cast of Panthers help new grads find success in showbiz
Hollywood might seem cutthroat, but this growing community of Pitt grads make sure their fellow alums find a soft landing.
Pitt graduates are making housing more affordable for Pennsylvanians
The cost of living is up in Pennsylvania, but Sean Kelly is up for the challenge of finding housing solutions for those in need.
How a rural recruiter pitches Pitt across Pennsylvania
Daryl Burleigh uses his experience growing up in Wayne County to help prospective students figure out if Pitt is a good fit.
From artistic talent to a sustainable business
PantherLabWorks offers training to creators hoping to scale their businesses and commercialize their products.
This Pitt alum’s Hollywood dreams came true
Now producer Adam Fasullo is paying his success forward, helping fellow Pitt grads forge film industry careers.
They’re free and can reduce stress by nearly 70%
Beginning this fall, Pitt students can attend sound bath sessions in the Stress Free Zone at the new Recreation and Wellness Center.

