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Early pictures from the Rubin Observatory provide a glimpse of what’s to come
The flood of data will be shared with scientists around the world, helping them explore some of the universe’s greatest mysteries.
7 free events in Pittsburgh this July
From downtown events like Picklesburgh and Anthrocon to car-free strolls in the Strip District, there are plenty of opportunities to get outside this month.
Olivera Finn was awarded the PNC Elsie Hillman Distinguished Scholar Award
The distinguished professor was recognized for her decades of research in immunology and groundbreaking work on developing a vaccine to prevent several human cancers.
15 students participated in a ‘voice-off’ sign language program in Scotland
Lauren Perri and researchers at Heriot-Watt University organized the immersive multilingual learning experience.
A new Pitt center will weave history and place to build a comprehensive global atlas
The Institute of Spatial History Innovation will house an interactive database that offers historical context on more than 2 million locations worldwide.
Pitt was recognized again for solar energy leadership
The University earned its second Lodestar Award for its Vesper Energy partnership and recent rooftop solar installations on campus.
Pitt biostatisticians helped found the UNICORN Network
Kaleab Abebe, Cristina Murray-Krezan and Michelle Lancet have been key players in the founding of the consortium of academic data coordinating centers.
Don’t miss Pitt Night at PNC Park on June 21
The Pittsburgh Pirates take on the Texas Rangers at 4:05 p.m. Tickets are on sale now.
See the first photos from the world’s largest astronomical camera on June 23
Pitt and Carnegie Mellon will host a viewing party for the images from the Vera C. Rubin Observatory’s Legacy Survey of Space and Time camera.
Senior Ryan Willis earned a Beinecke Scholarship
The English and philosophy major will use the $35,000 award to continue his studies in graduate school.
How Heidi Ward is helping write the next chapter of Greater Hazelwood
She’s leading Pitt’s engagement efforts close to home, serving her neighbors and promoting the life sciences on behalf of the University.
Catch Jessica Ghilani talking tech on KDKA every month
The Pitt-Greensburg and Pitt Cyber faculty member discusses technology issues and current events like AI, digital hygiene and more on the recurring segment.
With PRT’s new Ready2Ride app, you can get around for free without a Pitt ID
Students, faculty and staff should use the mobile app for taking Pittsburgh Regional Transit. Set up your account now to make the switch easy.
Vuk Vuković was awarded an ACLS Leading Edge Fellowship
The Dietrich School scholar will take the position of associate curator at the National Public Housing Museum.
Pitt’s proposal to redevelop 3401 Boulevard of the Allies has passed
The Board of Trustees approved the plans for the former Quality Inn site, which focus on multifamily housing and collaboration with the Oakland community.
3 Pitt faculty have been named Fulbright scholars
Guillermo Calero Velazquez, Jennifer Brick Murtazashvili and Aleksandar Stevanovic will conduct research abroad through the Department of State program.
OLLI marked 20 years of promoting lifelong learning, thanks to instructors like Tom Allen
Before the former lawyer began teaching some of the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute’s most popular offerings on legal issues and current events, he was a student of the program.
Meet Pitt’s incoming class of Chancellor’s scholars
The 12 awardees of the University’s most prestigious undergraduate award include aspiring researchers and community leaders.
High school students completed training at the Education and Training Center at Pitt-Titusville
The students from the Penncrest and Titusville Area school districts gained experience in critical manufacturing skills.
Alumnus Urvish Jain won the coveted Kanders Churchill Scholarship
He will use the award to continue his studies in health care delivery, economics and policy at the University of Cambridge in the U.K.
