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3 ways Pitt researchers are getting health care to those who need it
Wielding video games and engagement tools helps these researchers offer care that’s broader and more relevant.
This researcher is building a better teacher
With the knowledge and collaboration that flows from the IDEA Lab, Marie K. Norman works to improve teaching and learning at Pitt and beyond.
Angela Stewart is ensuring tech education is welcoming, creative and fun-filled
Her research, in collaboration with a local summer camp, ensures all students are recognized and their participation — whether overt, muted or cautious — is reinforced.
Get experience with audio-visual mediums with Jarman Lab at Pitt
The four-day film bootcamp for faculty, staff and graduate and professional students returns in May. Apply by Feb. 21.
Hear from interdisciplinary researchers at the LRDC colloquium series
Sara Rimm-Kaufman of the University of Virginia will present on Feb. 3; Stephen Hutt of the University of Denver will speak on April 7.
Entrepreneurs, join Pitt’s updated alumni business directory
Submit the form to showcase your company, connect with fellow graduates and collaborate with University units.
A Pitt community partnership was honored for advancing sustainable growth solutions in Fayette County
The Appalachian Bridges to the Future project earned a Climate Luminary Honor for its work fostering economic development and fighting brain drain in the region.
Registration is open for the Community Engaged Scholarship Forum on March 4
This year’s theme is Reducing Barriers, Creating Opportunity. Scholar and Pittsburgh native Andre M. Perry will serve as keynote speaker.
Why Pitt is the best place for alumni to earn an advanced degree
The Pitt2Pitt Scholarship makes it more affordable. Learn more about graduate and professional offerings, including flexible learning options, on Feb. 11.
Pitt hosted a Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival
The festival featured Pitt Stages’ production of ‘The Inseparables.’
Caitlin Bruce was awarded a grant from the Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts
The $60,000 will help fund her urban art project, which offers free youth workshops hosted by Pittsburgh artists.
Sam Woolley received funding for his Communication Technology Research Lab
The $200,000 award comes from Omidyar Network, and will support Woolley’s work in improving digital literary.
4 Pitt projects making life healthier — not just longer
From blocking inflammation to focusing on women’s health in mid-life, these researchers are working to enhance both the length and quality of life.
Pitt-Bradford’s creative arts magazine will unveil its 2025 issue Jan. 22
Bailey’s Beads will host a celebration, featuring live readings from contributors, an open mic for the public, refreshments and prizes.
Pittsburgh Action Against Rape advocates will hold weekly drop-in sessions this semester
They’ll offer support to students, staff and faculty in the Prevention at Pitt office. Drop in between 9:30 a.m. and 4 p.m.
Alumni updates, winter 2025
This winter, Pitt alumni wrote novels, directed plays, gave TEDx talks, won Emmys and made Pennsylvania history. Read about these accomplishments and many more.
Mumbe Kithakye was named executive director of assessment and data analytics
Kithakye will join Pitt’s Division of Student Affairs, where she’ll teach staffers about using data to tell the University’s story.
Pitt staff members earned BikePGH Educators of the Year award
Lucy Klug and Sarah Sleva were recognized for their commitment to fostering a bike-friendly community.
How this Pitt professor lent her voice to a hit medical drama
The School of Medicine’s Sylvia Owusu-Ansah shared her story with writers of HBO Max’s “The Pitt.”
