These new Pitt classes and programs launch in fall 2025

Register for courses in disaster preparedness, space engineering, communication science and more before the add/drop period ends on Sept. 5.

Welcome Week 2025, in photos

Thousands of new Panthers kicked off the academic year with New Student Convocation, Lantern Night and other traditions. See some of our favorite moments.

Pitt received a grant renewal for its Kessler Scholars program

The four-year extension supports Pitt’s first-generation student success initiatives. Meet the 20 students in this year’s cohort.

Meet Pitt’s 2025-26 Fulbright US Student finalists

Scholars from across disciplines will represent the United States in countries including Germany, Montenegro, Israel and Azerbaijan.

How Pitt is developing — and hiring — workers close to home

Meet career counselor Celiwe Jones, who helps connect residents across Pittsburgh to roles at the University.

Go cardless with Pitt’s new Mobile Panther ID

Starting July 15, Pittsburgh campus students, faculty and staff can swap their plastic Panther Cards for a mobile credential and access buildings and campus services via smartphone or smartwatch.

A Pitt engineering education took this US Army pilot from the aircraft to the classroom

After finishing his thesis, in which he developed a solution to minimize in-rush currents in motors, Capt. Daniel Hawbaker is heading to West Point to teach the next generation of military engineers.

7 free events in Pittsburgh this July

From downtown events like Picklesburgh and Anthrocon to car-free strolls in the Strip District, there are plenty of opportunities to get outside this month.

Senior Ryan Willis earned a Beinecke Scholarship

The English and philosophy major will use the $35,000 award to continue his studies in graduate school.

Meet Pitt’s incoming class of Chancellor’s scholars

The 12 awardees of the University’s most prestigious undergraduate award include aspiring researchers and community leaders.