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A perfect storm led this Pitt alum into a career as an amusement park artist
In his dream job at Knoebels, Jerry Sassani is also using his archeology degree from the Dietrich School.
Pitt’s CEC in the Hill District moving to the New Granada Theater
Neighborhood residents and University community members can visit the Community Engagement Center at its new home on Wylie Avenue starting Feb. 2.
Betsy Farmer will step down as Pitt Social Work dean
A national search will be launched to replace Farmer, who will return to the school’s faculty in July 2026.
HERL researchers will lead a $41M ARPA-H grant, a first for Pitt
Rory Cooper and Jorge Candiotti will lead the project to develop a novel system to reimagine the wheelchair and assistive robotic arm.
Atilla Soran was named president-elect of the Senologic International Society
The clinical professor of surgery currently serves as general secretary of the organization, which is dedicated to advancing the study of breast health care globally.
Pitt students and staff took home awards at a statewide TRIO conference
Students and staff members took home scholarships and an award at the 2025 PA TRIO Annual Conference.
Meet the maker behind iconic Pitt public art pieces in the University Art Gallery’s latest exhibit
The student-curated display features not only Virgil Cantini but his wife and fellow artist Lucille, exploring the couple’s lasting impact on the Pittsburgh art scene.
What really led to the decline of Maya kingdoms?
Researchers tend to blame drought for the downfall of these cities — but it’s not that simple, per Claire Ebert, who worked with a multi-institutional team to build a more complete understanding of
Justin Kitzes won a Bezos Earth Fund AI Grand Challenge grant
The Dietrich School faculty member is partnering with the National Audubon Society and WildMon to harness artificial intelligence for the health of the planet.
Pitt-Greensburg’s cybersecurity program earned an elite national designation
The BS in Information Technology earned the campus recognition as National Centers of Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity Education.
From data to display, Pitt is giving the EKG an upgrade
A machine learning-based system could save lives and anxiety when it comes to suspected heart attacks.
This Pitt alum is promoting fitness and perseverance through competitive martial arts
Bill Viola Jr. offers advice for setting and achieving goals in his book, “Common Sensei.”
A Pitt-Bradford conference taught students to recognize signs of human trafficking
Nursing, criminal justice and computer information systems majors heard panelist perspectives on building awareness and strengthening community responses to trafficking.
Explore paths to advancing your education during Pitt’s Graduate Week
Prospective students can connect with graduate and professional programs across the University during a virtual fair, workshops and other events, Nov. 8-15.
5 free things to do this November in Pittsburgh
Keep busy as the cold sets in with a micro-movie festival, a jazz listening session and a big downtown celebration.
Volunteer at Pitt’s winter commencement on Dec. 14
Giving a hand at the ceremony is the perfect way for faculty, staff and students to bid their graduating students and friends farewell. Sign up by Dec. 3.
Hillman Library earned LEED Platinum certification
With the highest possible rank bestowed by the U.S. Green Building Council rating system, the library becomes Pitt’s 19th building to earn LEED certification since 2005.
The Surukuchi Lab is helping solve mysteries of the universe with CUORE
These Pitt physicists are pushing boundaries in the hunt for neutrinoless double beta decay.
Pitt is among 15 to join the Axiom Space University Alliance
The new initiative will advocate for scientific opportunities in microgravity research and commercial innovation in low-Earth orbit, among other priorities.
Pitt Homecoming 2025, in photos
See highlights from the weeklong celebration, which saw Panthers return to the Pittsburgh campus for spirit, tradition and connection.
