Stories by
Nichole Faina
This van delivers vision care to underinsured people across the Pittsburgh region
At its latest stop in Greater Hazelwood, older adults had access to comprehensive eye exams, retinal imaging and even glasses, all free of charge.
Pitt’s Recreation and Wellness Center was featured in Campus Rec Magazine
The facility’s accessible programming, visionary design and focus on mental well-being were the focus of the publication’s latest cover story.
This father-daughter team has helped commencement run smoothly for a half century
Every Pitt graduate to cross the stage since 1975 has been helped along the way by Dick Howe or Heather Howe Hoffman, who took over the job of chief roving marshal when her dad retired.
Chenits Pettigrew received an Education Vanguard Award
The associate dean for student engagement and enrichment in Pitt’s School of Medicine was honored by the Pittsburgh-based nonprofit NEED.
A service dog opened doors for this senior
For Emma Levick, “the cutest medical equipment ever" was key to attending Pitt. Here’s how she’s given back so others can receive the same benefit.
The next generation of wheelchairs can navigate curbs and hold beverages
HERL researchers debuted a prototype that integrates advanced robotics, sensing and embodied artificial intelligence to empower wheelchair users to navigate common daily challenges.
This senior knows positive change starts with conversations
Sam Podnar, a Truman scholar and Rhodes finalist, is deeply invested in advocating for the interests of her neighbors, at the polls and beyond.
Here’s who’s speaking at Pitt’s graduate and professional commencement ceremonies
We have your guide to each school-specific celebration, happening throughout April and May.
5 can’t-miss events in April
April brings bluster and beauty to Pittsburgh, and plenty of reasons to shake off the winter blahs for fun all around the city, from a wildflower hike to a wildlife baby shower.
We found five things to do this month — but you can always find more events on the University calendar.
Meet the students helping Pitt get fit
We asked these School of Education students to share encouragement for anyone who wants to be more physically active, plus their favorite post-workout snacks and songs for your gym playlist.

