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Pitt College Democrats and Republicans tell Harrisburg: Support Pennsylvania students

With a $15,000-per-year in-state tuition discount on the line, the student groups issued a rare bipartisan plea for lawmakers to uphold the nearly 60-year partnership between Pitt and Pennsylvania.

  • University News
  • Students
Ashleigh Bell Pedersen and the cover of her new book, "The Crocodile Bride"

Alumna to host in-person launch of debut novel in Pittsburgh

Ashleigh Bell Pedersen (A&S '09G) will discuss “The Crocodile Bride” at White Whale Bookstore.

  • Arts and Humanities
  • Alumni
  • Kenneth P. Dietrich School of Arts and Sciences
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‘The No Club’ empowers women to take control of their professional lives

Four Pittsburgh researchers, including Pitt economist Lise Vesterlund, are putting a stop to women’s dead-end work with their new book, out May 3.

  • Innovation and Research
  • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
  • Faculty
  • Kenneth P. Dietrich School of Arts and Sciences
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2 Pitt doctoral students named 2022 Mellon/ACLS Dissertation Completion Fellows

Each fellow will receive $43,000 to support the final year of dissertation research and writing.

  • Arts and Humanities
  • Kenneth P. Dietrich School of Arts and Sciences
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How a group chat brought these Philadelphia men to Pitt and beyond

These high school best friends supported each other through college, social upheaval and the pandemic. Now, they're starting the professional lives they dreamed about.

  • Health and Wellness
  • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
  • Alumni
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In photos: Pitt celebrates new grads

ESPN analyst Louis Riddick addressed the Class of 2022 as keynote speaker at Pitt’s first in-person, University-wide commencement in three years.

  • University News
  • Students
  • Commencement 2022
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Seniors receive top honors

Meet the finalists and winners of the 2022 Omicron Delta Kappa Senior of the Year and Emma W. Locke awards.

  • University News
  • Students
  • Commencement 2022
  • School of Business
  • Kenneth P. Dietrich School of Arts and Sciences
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Pitt research helps explain how Ritalin sharpens attention

The new study connects the dots between brain cells, behavior and the ADHD drug.

  • Innovation and Research
  • Kenneth P. Dietrich School of Arts and Sciences
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A recent broadband symposium highlighted the growing digital divide

Presenters at the Pitt event warned about the opportunity gap between those with and without high-speed internet access.

  • University News
  • Technology & Science
  • Community Impact
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Can melatonin help prevent neuron damage associated with dementia?

The Clear Thoughts Foundation has awarded $200,000 to co-investigators from Pitt to learn more.

  • Health and Wellness
  • School of Medicine
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Social work research associate professor selected for Fulbright Specialist Program

Mary Beth Rauktis will work with the faculty and students at Don Bosco University in Assam, India.

  • Global
  • Faculty
  • School of Social Work
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Pitt quarterback Kenny Pickett is a first-round NFL draft pick for the Pittsburgh Steelers

The record-setter is the 26th Pitt player to be selected in the opening round and only the second quarterback.

  • University News
  • Athletics
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Tune in to two student-produced shows during commencement weekend

“Pitt to the Point” and “Pitt Tonight” will provide entertainment before and after this year’s ceremonies. Here’s where to watch.

  • University News
  • Students
  • Commencement 2022
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Pitt has updated its travel policies

In light of the changing COVID-19 landscape and to make travel easier for faculty, staff and students, booking requirements have been suspended and fees eliminated.

  • University News
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Meet the 2022 Pitt Sustainability Award winners

Started in 2015, the awards honor members of the Pitt community working for a greener University.

  • Our City/Our Campus
  • Sustainability
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Open Enrollment is available through May 25

Faculty and staff can make changes to their benefits during the 2022-23 Benefits Open Enrollment period through Wednesday, May 25.

  • Faculty
  • Staff
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This first-generation student is on her way to becoming a philosophical counselor, thanks to TRIO

The program for under-resourced students helped propel Tia Blassingale from Philadelphia barber to future PhD student in an emerging field.

  • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
  • Teaching & Learning
  • Students
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In honor of Audubon Day, check out Pitt’s collection of his prints

Pitt has one of the only sets of John James Audubon’s Birds of America series and was among the first to make them accessible in high resolution. Take a look.

  • Arts and Humanities
  • Our City/Our Campus
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Pitt historian Keisha N. Blain is a 2022 Andrew Carnegie Fellow

The program provides support for original research projects that address “enduring issues confronting our society.”

  • Arts and Humanities
  • Kenneth P. Dietrich School of Arts and Sciences
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Pitt’s Dietrich School and College of General Studies launched new awards for seniors

The 19 students are lauded for their academic achievements, perseverance and commitment to service.

  • Students
  • College of General Studies
  • Kenneth P. Dietrich School of Arts and Sciences