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Social Distancing Puts Telehealth on the Front Lines
Virtual visits with health care providers are becoming more important than ever during the pandemic. Pitt’s Alyson Stover is working to bring telehealth to occupational therapy and other practitioners
Initiatives to Empower Volunteerism, Professional Development Launching
Opportunities for students, faculty and staff to reach out, give back and grow continue to increase over the weeks since the University began responding to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Dispatches from the First Week of Online Learning
The rapid transition from in-person to online courses went smoothly, though there were a few bumps in the road. Hear what Pitt faculty members have to say about the transition to a remote academic
Thank a Physician on National Doctors’ Day
The Pitt community is grateful for all the dedicated doctors working during the pandemic (and every day). Share your gratitude with @PittTweet and follow @PittMedMag for stories of physicians doing
Pitt Med Students Step Up to Deliver Life-sustaining Medication
A group of Pitt medical students have started sprawling volunteer efforts to help children and adults in need, both virtually and door to doorstep.
Carrie Benson organized a distanced toast with her Aspinwall neighbors
“It was the easiest party I’ve ever planned,” she said. “Aspinwall is built for this type of response to social distancing.”
How Should We Ethically Allocate Scarce Critical Care Resources During COVID-19 Pandemic?
Douglas White, professor in the Department of Critical Care Medicine and director of its Program on Ethics and Decision Making in Critical Illness, published a new framework that helps hospitals
This Pitt professor’s porch pantry is supporting neighbors in need
Chugani is encouraging people to leave donations near the pantry at her Dormont home.
Pitt-Bradford’s Preparation for Online Teaching
Faculty members at all University of Pittsburgh campuses have worked tirelessly to transition to online learning in the wake of COVID-19. Here, instructors from Pitt-Bradford share how they prepared.
Five Mental Health Experts on Coping with Social Distancing
Feeling worried? From managing time on social media to helping others, Pitt experts share calming strategies for those who are anxious or struggling with mental health issues during the pandemic.
Researchers in Pittsburgh, Paris and Vienna Win Grant for COVID-19 Vaccine
The Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations is committing nearly $5 million to a consortium that includes the University of Pittsburgh’s Center for Vaccine Research to develop a vaccine for
Ruth Mostern advocated for the humanities on Capitol Hill
She had the opportunity to talk to congressional staffers from both sides of the aisle about humanities research at Pitt.
From the Chancellor: Pittsburgh's Race to Protect the Helpers
In his op-ed for the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, Chancellor Patrick Gallagher reminds the Pittsburgh community to "look for the helpers"—especially researchers and health care providers.
Pitt Turns Rapid Coronavirus Data Sharing into Sustainable Research Infrastructure
Sharing data and model results is crucial in the new research culture emerging during the COVID-19 outbreak, and Pitt is making that possible on a global scale.
The Katz MBA program earned its highest U.S. News & World Report ranking in 20 years
Employment at graduation increased by 8% and starting salary reached a record high.
Social Distancing and Mealtime: Advice from a Pitt Nutrition Expert
Pitt instructor and nutritionist Caroline Passerrello shares reminders for making healthy meals from pantry staples for the whole family, including pets.
Pitt’s physical therapy program remained at No. 1 in the U.S. News & World Report Best Graduate Schools rankings
And, Pitt Nursing earns top 10 slots for its master’s and doctoral programs.
2 Pitt Engineering students won ASCE awards
Kaitie DeOre and Michael Winiarczyk, both civil engineering students, were honored by the local section of the national society.
2 Dietrich School faculty were recognized in an inaugural mentorship award
Khristen Scott and Jennifer Josten demonstrated excellence in graduate mentoring.
One expert’s tips for teaching online
Cynthia Golden, associate vice provost and executive director of Pitt’s Center for Teaching and Learning, has advice for faculty members as they shift their courses online.
