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Vice chancellor to focus on interdisciplinary collaboration
As the new vice chancellor for research infrastructure, Robert K. Cunningham will focus on the effective operation, financial stability and future growth opportunities across Pitt research platforms.
Student-run cafes add to coffee offerings at Pitt
A partnership is brewing that will give two Pitt Business students hands-on experience as CEOs of new cafes on campus.
Pitt report: K-12 schools need to change for success in a post-pandemic world
Improving access to broadband and technology and creating personalized learning environments were some of the top recommendations noted in the report from Pitt’s Institute of Politics.
Docs try app to boost mental health in COVID-19 longhaulers
Even people with mild COVID-19 sometimes have lingering issues. The UPMC Post-COVID Recovery Clinic is using a new cognitive behavioral therapy app to help people with anxiety and depression.
Jimbo Covert adds to Pitt’s Hall of Fame legacy
The Pitt offensive tackle and Chicago Bears player joined the Pro Football Hall of Fame on Aug. 6-7.
Home Movie
Filmmaker Paolo Pilladi (A&S ’97) found local inspiration for his recent IFC films comedy, “Last Call,” starring Jeremy Piven.
Art of Diversity Showcase highlights the role of creativity in building just communities
Nearly 70 entries from students, alumni, faculty, staff and the public celebrated the role of creativity in changing the world.
New designs, furnishings for residence halls
Rolling chairs, modern designs and storage: See the upgrades in select halls. Plus, what to bring when you move in.
New leadership for Nationality Rooms
Kati Csoman will be the new director of Pitt’s beloved Nationality Rooms and Intercultural Exchange Programs, beginning Aug. 9.
Pitt, UN: Lack of Women in Public Administration Threatens COVID-19 Recovery
Gender imbalances in leadership could imperil recovery from the COVID-19, socioeconomic and climate crises.
What Now?
Here are five post-Diversity Forum 2021 actions that you can take to help create more just communities.
Understanding antibodies in COVID-19
Ghady Haidar is learning more about vaccination efficacy in immunocompromised patients and beyond.
Breathe easy
Harold Rickenbacker (ENGR ’19G) manages clean air projects in the United States and abroad with the Environmental Defense Fund.
‘Where is My Justice?’
Former death row prisoner Anthony Ray Hinton shared his emotional story at the opening session of the 2021 Diversity Forum.
Pitt Redevelopment to Address Neighborhood Goals in Oakland
The University of Pittsburgh plans to add a grocery store and nonstudent housing at a key site connecting Central and South Oakland.
Mentorship starts student on the right foot
Rising senior Dalya Berkowitz credits her mentor, Pitt political scientist Burcu Savun, with the support and research experience needed to give her career in international relations a running start.
A Silver Bullet?
They’re on your toothbrush, in your clothes and mixed into your makeup: Silver nanoparticles have germ-killing properties, but could they be adding to antimicrobial resistance?
