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5 Pitt people are on City & State PA’s 40 in Their Forties list
The annual list spotlights people making an impact across the commonwealth.
Pitt honored the Tansky family’s dedication to the University with a space in Hillman Library
The Tansky Family Commons is named in honor of their most recent gift to the University Library System, which will support experiential learning and technology in the renovated space.
A Pitt mentorship program is giving small businesses a leg up
By pairing up small companies and large firms, the Mentor-Protege initiative is one way the University is boosting opportunities for emerging enterprises and driving local economic development.
2 Pitt people were named Larry’s Hometown Heroes by KDKA
Homewood CEC Director Vernard Alexander and alumna Lynn Banaszak were honored for their contributions to Pittsburgh communities.
Pitt keeps the community mobile with its annual wheelchair wash and tune-up clinic
University faculty and students come together to provide minor maintenance to wheelchair users in the Pittsburgh area.
Pitt’s University Child Development Center launched a Little Free Library
The free book-exchange box, designed by preschool students, will expand book access in Pittsburgh’s Oakland neighborhood.
This recruiter is helping grad students succeed — even before they step foot on campus
From Pittsburgh to Mumbai, LaToya Walters draws students to Pitt with her personal touch and expert knowledge of support services. Read about her first year in the Office of Graduate Studies.
A Pitt professor is playing a key role in tracking where Pennsylvania’s opioid settlement money goes
A new database co-created by Renee Cloutier offers a way to see which approaches to the opioid crisis are working.
Pitt-Johnstown was recognized by Audubon International
The campus retained its certified sanctuary designation, which it first received in 2019.
Homecoming means family for these Pitt graduates
The annual celebration brings together generations of Panther connections and pride for Roslyn Munsch and her daughters, Maria and Regina.
Championing student mental health earned this Pitt junior a Newman Civic Fellowship
Mohammad Shedeed has joined a national network of fellows committed to driving civic change across their communities.
Brad Dicianno was named a community hero
A Pittsburgh organization recognized the School of Medicine professor for his work supporting people with spina bifida.
How Pitt’s CyberCamp is drawing high schoolers back to the University
As it approaches its 10th year, the lauded Pitt Cyber program is innovating its approach to help grow the national cybersecurity workforce.
Panthers Forward, which has saved students $5.2 million, is accepting applications
The first-of-its-kind debt relief initiative provides 150 graduating seniors with up to $5,000 in direct federal student loan relief each year. Apply by Sept. 28.
Alumnus Chris Papst wrote a book based on his Emmy-winning reporting
“Failure Factory” builds on his eight-year investigation into Baltimore City Public Schools for WBFF.
This Pitt team is modeling a love of sports to the next generation of women athletes
Along with a successful season on the field, Pitt’s women’s lacrosse team partnered with the Boys and Girls Club to exchange letters with local kids this year.
Alumni, it’s time to register for Pitt Homecoming 2025
Join the Pitt Alumni Association for fireworks, football and other festivities starting Oct. 23.
9 Pitt people made Pittsburgh Magazine’s 40 Under 40 list
Among the honorees are Sophia Choukas-Bradley, associate professor of psychology, and Jamilah Ducar, leader of the Office of Engagement and Community Affairs.
See photos from the inaugural JCC Maccabi Campus Games at Pitt
Nearly 2,000 Jewish teen athletes from around the world competed and connected during the weeklong Olympic-style event.
2 Pitt teams earned Mid-Atlantic Emmy nominations
Staffers from the University’s Office of Marketing and Communications and Center for Teaching and Learning created the outstanding videos.
