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Pitt’s Frederick Honors College commemorated 20 years of programming at its Wyoming preserve
Allen L. Cook, a rancher and conservationist, gifted the Spring Creek Preserve to the University, creating a permanent off-site learning environment for honors students.
Alumnus Donald Alstadt was posthumously inducted into the National Inventors Hall of Fame
The chemist invented Chemlok, a system of rubber-to-metal adhesives that’s widely used in cars, planes and more.
Using AI at Pitt? Here are 5 secure apps for your tool belt.
Claude for Education is the latest addition to University-approved generative AI tools for students, faculty and staff.
Pitt climbed in the National Academy of Inventors’ global patent ranking
Pitt innovators were issued 107 U.S. patents in 2025, moving the University’s ranking up two spots to No. 26.
The Pitt Research Annual Report is out now
Read about the last year of advances in AI for medicine, next-generation energy sources, space research and more.
A stacked cast of Panthers help new grads find success in showbiz
Hollywood might seem cutthroat, but this growing community of Pitt grads make sure their fellow alums find a soft landing.
Pitt researchers received $2.2M from the Gilbert Family Foundation to combat blindness caused by NF1
John Ash’s work at the UPMC Vision Institute and University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine made him a member of the Vision Restoration Initiative Dream Team.
Doug McCullough is Pitt’s new acting chief advancement officer
Along with the appointment, Danni Piccolo, Jodi Weisfield and Tom Crawford will move to new roles in the Division of Philanthropic and Alumni Engagement.
Pitt’s spring commencement will be held at Acrisure Stadium on May 3
Eligible graduates will receive invitations soon, with an April 9 deadline to register for the ceremony.
Pitt-Bradford’s new emergency medicine program is meeting a crucial community need
McKean County is facing a shortage of emergency medicine personnel. Now, students like Jay Mckenzie are stepping up.
It’s never too late to improve your handwriting. Here’s 4 tips for adults, from a Pitt OT.
Kelsey Voltz-Poremba is also encouraging legible penmanship among local youth through the University’s Hope for Handwriting program.
Come together on Feb. 24 for Pitt Day of Giving’s 10th anniversary
Make an impact with your gift and celebrate on campus and online.
Delo Blough was honored by NAFSA with an eponymous award
A regional branch of the association created the award to recognize seasoned international education professionals whose leadership, mentorship and advocacy have elevated international education.
What is it about Pitt’s football program that launches Hall of Fame careers?
Larry Fitzgerald is the 11th Panther to join the group of esteemed athletes, making Pitt the No. 3 producer of Pro Football Hall of Famers among universities nationwide.
Behind the $30 million gift that created the Rees-Chancellor’s Scholars Program
Michael Rees’ transformational gift will support scholarships for the most accomplished and ambitious students in the David C. Frederick Honors College.
10 Pitt staffers earned Chancellor’s Distinguished Service Awards
The employees were recognized for innovation, mentorship, research support, student impact and service that strengthens the University community.
Pennsylvania is in the midst of a rural dental crisis. Pitt is ready to help.
The development of regional training centers has the Pitt School of Dental Medicine, led by Dean Marnie Oakley, ready to provide much-needed access to oral health care.
Pitt graduates are making housing more affordable for Pennsylvanians
The cost of living is up in Pennsylvania, but Sean Kelly is up for the challenge of finding housing solutions for those in need.
6 Pitt affiliates joined The Advanced Leadership Institute’s 2026 cohort
Senior social scientist Alexus Brown is among the 29 emerging leaders selected for the mentorship and professional development program.
