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Pitt opens a cutting-edge biomedical research hub at The Assembly
The Pittsburgh space will serve as an epicenter of innovation in life sciences for Pitt researchers, entrepreneurs and established companies.
When Pitt students move out, Clutter for a Cause finds a new life for stuff that’s left behind
The annual program diverts usable and quality items to reuse and recycle instead of landfills, and it also helps students be good neighbors.
Citizens Police Academy gives ‘intense’ look at officer training
Participants had to make split-second decisions in a 180-degree simulator, among other activities that helped them better understand the challenges officers face.
5 Stamps Scholars from Pennsylvania earned full tuition to Pitt
The award covers full tuition, room and board, and personal costs for four years.
What it’s like to be a midwife
In honor of Mother’s Day, four midwives from Pitt’s Doctor of Nursing Practice program share their most memorable births and why their profession is so important.
Two public health leaders on COVID-19 and what’s next
Pitt Public Health Dean Maureen Lichtveld and physician Georges Benjamin discuss pandemic preparedness, climate change and the future of scientific research.
12 Pitt students won a competitive NSF research fellowship
And University Honors College mentors want to help even more STEM students at Pitt win Graduate Research Fellowships next year.
Targeted outreach is bringing more students from rural Pennsylvania to Pitt
The pioneering efforts, including hiring a new rural recruiter, are boosting geographic diversity at the University of Pittsburgh.
Their professor is in Ukraine. These students said it changed their lives.
Economist Tymofiy Mylovanov gave his Pitt students a “heartbreaking and enlightening” look at the struggles of a war-torn nation.
Pitt College Democrats and Republicans tell Harrisburg: Support Pennsylvania students
With a $15,000-per-year in-state tuition discount on the line, the student groups issued a rare bipartisan plea for lawmakers to uphold the nearly 60-year partnership between Pitt and Pennsylvania.
6 in-person shows to see in Pittsburgh this May
See a circus act, a Celtic magic show and more with Pitt’s Cheap Seats discount program for students, faculty and staff.
Seniors receive top honors
Meet the finalists and winners of the 2022 Omicron Delta Kappa Senior of the Year and Emma W. Locke awards.
‘The No Club’ empowers women to take control of their professional lives
Four Pittsburgh researchers, including Pitt economist Lise Vesterlund, are putting a stop to women’s dead-end work with their new book, out May 3.
How a group chat brought these Philadelphia men to Pitt and beyond
These high school best friends supported each other through college, social upheaval and the pandemic. Now, they're starting the professional lives they dreamed about.
In photos: Pitt celebrates new grads
ESPN analyst Louis Riddick addressed the Class of 2022 as keynote speaker at Pitt’s first in-person, University-wide commencement in three years.
Pitt quarterback Kenny Pickett is a first-round NFL draft pick for the Pittsburgh Steelers
The record-setter is the 26th Pitt player to be selected in the opening round and only the second quarterback.
Pitt research helps explain how Ritalin sharpens attention
The new study connects the dots between brain cells, behavior and the ADHD drug.
A recent broadband symposium highlighted the growing digital divide
Presenters at the Pitt event warned about the opportunity gap between those with and without high-speed internet access.
Tune in to two student-produced shows during commencement weekend
“Pitt to the Point” and “Pitt Tonight” will provide entertainment before and after this year’s ceremonies. Here’s where to watch.
Pitt has updated its travel policies
In light of the changing COVID-19 landscape and to make travel easier for faculty, staff and students, booking requirements have been suspended and fees eliminated.
