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Step into a new Hillman Library this fall
Along with updated infrastructure and comfortable study spaces, the library now puts unique special collections and experiential learning labs in the spotlight. Take a tour at a Sept. 8 open house.
You’re at a New Ivy — now make the most of it
Pitt students are so employable that Forbes named the University a “New Ivy.” Here’s how to live your best Ivy life in Pittsburgh.
Meet the students behind Pitt’s social media accounts
And, follow along Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, Facebook and more.
This Pitt team is modeling a love of sports to the next generation of women athletes
Along with a successful season on the field, Pitt’s women’s lacrosse team partnered with the Boys and Girls Club to exchange letters with local kids this year.
5 September events you won’t want to miss
Make the month memorable and affordable with free festivals, board game gatherings and more.
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.
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.
Most people turn inward to make tough decisions, a new Pitt study found
Center for Philosophy of Science director Edouard Machery was a senior author on the research, which spanned 13 languages, 12 countries and five continents.
New Pitt research suggests cellphone data could help clinicians identify and treat mental health disorders
Colin E. Vize says passive sensing could give clinicians access to more (and more reliable) data about their patients’ lives.
See photos from the inaugural JCC Maccabi Campus Games at Pitt
Nearly 2,000 Jewish teen athletes from around the world competed and connected during the weeklong Olympic-style event.
What’s the difference between a mountain pika and a rabbit? Their noses.
A surprising new Pitt study suggests that mammals living at high elevations switch off many of the genes that help them smell.
Pitt findings point to lava as a source of Venus’ CO2-rich atmosphere
Ian Flynn is among a group of researchers who found the planet’s extreme environment may be the result of early outgassing rather than its position in our solar system.
John C. Byrd has been named UPMC Hillman Cancer Center director
The internationally lauded researcher will lead one of the nation’s premier National Cancer Institute-Designated Comprehensive Cancer Centers.
Pitt’s School of Education is leading a new life sciences workforce training program
Supported by the Richard King Mellon Foundation, the job-creating project will develop new educational credentials and partnerships to transform Pittsburgh into a life sciences powerhouse.
How a local nonprofit is helping parenting students earn college degrees
With support from Pitt’s Nonprofit Capacity Building Program, Pittsburgh Scholar House offers scholarships, housing and transportation assistance and other resources to help nontraditional students.
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.
7 ways to stay busy in Pittsburgh this August
Explore the city’s largest park, shop vintage and upcycled goods, see the stars and try new flavors at these free events throughout the month.
As ‘The Points Guy,’ this Pitt alumnus helps travelers leverage loyalty
Brian Kelly’s first book-length travel guide was released in March and immediately hit the New York Times’ bestsellers list.
Hike, bike and paddle your way through Pitt’s scenic backyard
There’s easy access to wooded trails, bike paths and scenic rivers just outside the University’s Pittsburgh campus.
‘The Good Mother Myth’ and more summer reading from Pitt alumni authors
Nancy Reddy's first work of narrative nonfiction asks "What makes a good mother?"
