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14 Pitt people were named to Pittsburgh Magazine’s 40 under 40 list
Faculty and staff honorees include Carrie Benson, Leonard Weiss, Orquidia Torres and Eloho Ufomata.

Tasha Alston’s new book brings Black fatherhood into focus
The School of Medicine assistant professor covers how this group has historically exhibited resilience regarding their health, parenting and communities.

Ian Flynn’s research on Mars’ lava buildup was highlighted by the journal Icarus
The study validated findings of spatter cones by comparing the extraterrestrial structures to the aftermath of an Earth volcano.

You can access national, regional and global newspapers with your Pitt login
Here’s your guide to navigating the University Library System’s databases.

Pitt earned an 8th consecutive Higher Education Excellence in Diversity Award
The University is among 90 nationwide recognized for an outstanding commitment to equity and inclusion.

Pitt-Bradford is partnering with SHRS to offer an emergency medicine degree
Students will graduate from the four-year program ready to become certified paramedics.

Get ready for graduate school with this Pitt workshop series
Monthly sessions will provide insights on choosing the right program, applying, financing your education and more. Registration is open.

2 Pitt faculty published a book on nursing ethics
The collection of essays co-edited by Michael Deem and Jennifer Lingler is available from Oxford University Press.

How Pitt is helping the commonwealth thrive in an increasingly digital world
The University joined a Greater Pittsburgh Digital Inclusion Alliance project to increase access to internet in 11 rural Pennsylvania counties.

5 ways Pitt is reaching its sustainability goals
Plus, 5 ways you can get involved during Campus Sustainability Month.

Work on the Panther Overlook hillside development will begin soon
The nationally recognized design, which will unify the upper and lower Pittsburgh campus and update aging infrastructure, was approved by Pitt’s Property and Facilities Committee.

Kathryn Schmitz was honored by the President’s Council on Sports, Fitness and Nutrition
The visiting professor in the School of Medicine is a Lifetime Impact Award recipient.

Pitt passport fairs have helped nearly 200 students over 2 years
Pitt Global Experiences has partnered with the U.S. Postal Service to empower students to obtain the important document.

Pitt undergrad Dylan Fearing earned a Congressional Award
He completed 200 volunteer hours over the past year to earn the Silver Medal.

Faculty and Staff Development Program registration is now open
Workshops covering health and wellness, technology, professional development and more are available.

Geovette Washington is a 2024 Distinguished Daughter of Pennsylvania
The senior vice chancellor and chief legal officer is among 11 inductees.

Pitt’s United Way Campaign is back
Learn how you can volunteer to support financial stability, educational opportunities and more for communities across Southwestern Pennsylvania.

2 Pitt graduate students are finalists in the Collegiate Inventors Competition
Patrick Dunn and Alireza Mohammadzadeh, both studying in the Swanson School of Engineering, will compete in the finals with their innovation, AgriNUE.

The Board of Trustees recognized Dave DeJong’s long career of service to Pitt
After 35 years in various academic and leadership roles, DeJong will serve as a senior advisor to the chancellor and then return to the faculty.

A new Pitt class is taking engineering to greater heights
Space engineering is just the first Swanson School course in a new effort to train students for the growing demand in aerospace and other industries.