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Here’s what you should know about winter recess on the Pittsburgh campus
The extended break begins Dec. 14 for students and Dec. 24 for staff and faculty.
Nominate faculty and staff for various Provost’s Awards through Jan. 9
Honorees in four categories will receive a $1,000 cash prize and grant to support professional development activities.
Vehicle safety starts with 3 simple steps
Whether you regularly parking on campus for classes or are visiting for the holiday season, make sure to hide your things, lock your car and take your keys.
Thanksgiving Recess reminders
Here’s what students, faculty members and staff on the Pittsburgh need to know about the upcoming break.
Save the date for Pitt’s Community Engaged Scholarship Forum on March 3
Award nominations and proposals for workshops and posters are open now.
Comment on 3 University policies to be decommissioned through Dec. 4
Members of the Pitt community are invited to provide feedback via an online form.
Pitt’s CEC in the Hill District moving to the New Granada Theater
Neighborhood residents and University community members can visit the Community Engagement Center at its new home on Wylie Avenue starting Feb. 2.
Volunteer at Pitt’s winter commencement on Dec. 14
Giving a hand at the ceremony is the perfect way for faculty, staff and students to bid their graduating students and friends farewell. Sign up by Dec. 3.
Explore paths to advancing your education during Pitt’s Graduate Week
Prospective students can connect with graduate and professional programs across the University during a virtual fair, workshops and other events, Nov. 8-15.
This Pitt training teaches a lifesaving skill for responding to cardiac emergencies
The free 45-minute sessions teach participants how to use an automated external defibrillator.
Pitt’s United Way campaign is back for another year of impact
Faculty and staff can give through automatic payroll deductions and vacation time donations — and win prizes in return.
Thinking about graduate school? These sessions will help you decide what’s next.
The free virtual workshops will guide prospective graduate and professional students through applications, funding, housing and more.
Comment on a draft policy regarding research misconduct until Nov. 4
Members of the Pitt community are invited to provide feedback via an online form.
Nominate faculty and staff accessibility champions through Sept. 26
Winners of the second annual ACCESS Awards will be honored at an October ceremony.
Nominations are open for the Provost’s Award for Excellence in Doctoral Mentoring
The deadline to nominate an outstanding graduate faculty member is Oct. 10.
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.
Stay aware while navigating Fifth Ave. construction
Follow these safety tips for pedestrians and motorists in the Oakland neighborhood as the Pittsburgh Regional Transit University Line project continues.
Pitt will be closed Sept. 1 in observance of Labor Day
From campus shuttles to dining services, here’s what you need to know about University operations for Monday’s holiday.
6 laws every Pennsylvania newbie needs to know
Moving to a new place is always a challenge, but you can start the fall semester off right by learning some local ordinances and oddities.
Alumni, it’s time to register for Pitt Homecoming 2025
Join the Pitt Alumni Association for fireworks, football and other festivities starting Oct. 23.
