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3 Pitt faculty were honored by the American Association of Immunologists
Dario A.A. Vignali and Sarah Gaffen received the AAI’s highest honor, and Olivera Finn earned a mentoring award.
Behind the Pitt network that’s helping rural students adjust to urban life
Students from rural areas often face challenges when they arrive at a university. Pitt is working to close the gap and help Pennsylvania students reach their potential.
L. Dade Lunsford published a memoir
The book, “Brain Surgeon Without a Scalpel,” chronicles his groundbreaking career in the School of Medicine.
An alumni couple will receive Pitt-Bradford’s top honor
John and Jeanie Mosch Satterwhite earned the Presidential Medal of Distinction for the volunteer service, financial support and enthusiasm.
A service dog opened doors for this senior
For Emma Levick, “the cutest medical equipment ever" was key to attending Pitt. Here’s how she’s given back so others can receive the same benefit.
Pitt helped break a CPR training world record
The University partnered with the American Health Association to train nearly 1,300 people in hands-only CPR during the NFL Draft.
2 Pitt people were named 2026 American Council of Learned Societies fellows
Paula Kupfer and Michelle Granshaw are among 63 scholars nationwide to earn the fellowship, which supports outstanding scholarship in the humanities and social sciences.
This senior knows positive change starts with conversations
Sam Podnar, a Truman scholar and Rhodes finalist, is deeply invested in advocating for the interests of her neighbors, at the polls and beyond.
Sanghamitra Das won the 2026 Bluestone Rising Scholar Prize
The prestigious international prize for early-career scholars was awarded by CASTE: A Global Journal on Social Exclusion.
Pitt has joined a new network to drive innovation, jobs and growth across PA
The Keystone AI + Quantum Factory, a collaboration among the state’s seven research intensive universities, will translate research into practical industry solutions.
Meet Pitt-Greensburg’s first Fulbright winner
Senior Alanna Schill heads to the Czech Republic in August to spend 10 months developing her skills as an educator.
The next generation of wheelchairs can navigate curbs and hold beverages
HERL researchers debuted a prototype that integrates advanced robotics, sensing and embodied artificial intelligence to empower wheelchair users to navigate common daily challenges.
Pitt reaffirms its commitment to civic discourse with Civic Fluency Forum
The University community, alongside Citizens and Scholars, explored civic fluency, misinformation and finding common ground at an April event.
Karen Arndt was named to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences
The Dietrich School professor is the 28th person from Pitt to join the distinguished group of leaders in academia, research, industry and more.
Molly Warsh received the Leopold-Hidy Award
The annual recognition is granted to the author of the best article in the journal Environmental History.
4 Pitt students won DAAD RISE scholarships
Students selected can study at leading German universities for a summer.
His PhD thesis solved a mystery — and may help turn a lake blue again
Pitt graduate Eli Hall tracked down the source of algae blooms in the Allegheny Reservoir, which takes up a third of a Seneca reservation in New York.
Learn how Pitt connects local small businesses and drives regional economic impact on May 29
Doing Business with Pitt is a no-cost informational session on securing University contracts.
Alumnus Jared Lemus won a prize for his debut short story collection
Lemus’ book, “Guatemalan Rhapsody,” received the PEN/Robert W. Bingham Prize.
Pitt people, here’s what you need to know about the NFL Draft
We have your guide to getting around Pittsburgh safely during one of the biggest sporting events of the year.
