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Delegation Brings Pitt Pride to Los Angeles
The visit to Southern California was the University’s latest endeavor to celebrate accomplishments, strengthen ties with alumni, meet with University supporters and other partners and build awareness
Coming of age ceremony brings Japanese tradition and the Pittsburgh community together
In Japan, the age of 20 is considered the beginning of adulthood. A group of Japanese women studying English at Pitt were away from home during the traditional national holiday, so the University and
Photos and personal stories are featured in an undergraduate student's project on transgender young adults
Undergraduate student Kate Koenig created the "I Am __" Project to chronicle the lives of transgender young people through in-depth Q&A interviews and photos. Her work was awarded the Iris Marion
Young Students Learn Leadership, Conflict Management Skills in Social Work Program
The Just Discipline Project, created by social work assistant professor James Huguley, teaches fifth- and sixth-graders strategies for defusing peer conflicts.
Social Justice Week Events Celebrate Service and Inclusion Throughout the Community
All members of the Pitt community are invited to participate in events honoring the spirit and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
‘Black Nativity’ to showcase gospel music, family and community connections
Based on poet and playwright Langston Hughes’ adaptation of the classic nativity story, "Black Nativity" is marking its 24th year at Pitt.
Pitt’s Nationality Rooms share global holiday customs
Thirty Nationality Rooms are decorated with holiday trimmings symbolic of the countries and heritages they represent, and tours celebrating the season are on offer to the public.
These archival collections document the Black Arts Movement in 20th-century Pittsburgh
Papers from B.J. Johnson and Kuntu Theatre founder Vernell Lillie shed light on the city’s performing arts community.
A graduate student organization is celebrating Latino culture and building relationships
The Latin American Graduate Organization of Students was founded by Daniel Jacobson, a PhD student in the School of Social Work, to raise the visibility of Hispanic and Latino grad students.
Pitt’s student veterans club answers the call of duty
Pitt Vets members reach out beyond the University campus to serve the community and region while also helping student veterans adjust to college life.
How Pitt is celebrating the power of Black artistry
The University, in collaboration with Pitt's Center for African American Poetry and Poetics, is set to honor Thaddeus Mosley (A&S ’50) with the Distinguished Professional Achievement Award.
Dean Larry E. Davis’ contributions leave the world a ‘better, fairer place’
In his 17th year at the helm of Pitt’s School of Social Work, Davis announced he will step down amid praise for his leadership and his dedication to issues of race, social justice and community.
International Week Highlights Global Reach
The weeklong celebration includes dozens of events, workshops, musical performances, panel discussions, exhibitions and special guest speakers, focusing on the theme of displacement.
University Leaders and Community Partners Unite Against Sexual Assault on Campus
One in 5 college-age women and 1 in 14 college-age men have reported being a victim of a sexual assault while in college.
Researchers Exploring New Markets for Water-friendly Wheelchair After Rewarding Debut
Pitt-developed wheelchairs powered by compressed air made a splash at a Texas water park for people with disabilities over the summer, with "thousands of inquiries" resulting from its success.
Documentary ‘Woman on Fire’ Chronicles Transgender New York City Firefighter's Story
The film by alumna Julie Sokolow paints a portrait of change in the American family and workplace with the story of Brooke Guinan, the first openly trans woman in the New York City Fire Department.
Community Partnership Focuses on Chronic Absenteeism Among Public School Students
Missing as few as two days of school per month can negatively affect a student’s academic performance, so Pitt and United Way are teaming up to help middle and high school students not miss class.
Philosophy of Science Summer Program on Mission to Bring Diversity Into the Field
Pitt's Center for Philosophy of Science hosted 15 students from around the U.S. and Canada with the goal of bringing more women and people from underrepresented groups into the discipline.
AIDS Free Pittsburgh aims for no new cases and lower HIV rate in Allegheny County by 2020
AIDS Free Pittsburgh is uniting more than 20 local groups, including Pitt, to fight the epidemic. In 2015, nearly 3,000 people in Allegheny County were living with HIV.
Program Aims to Increase Positive Racial Identity in Pittsburgh’s Black Children
Arts festivals, parenting groups and professional development opportunities are highlighted in a new endeavor from Pitt's Office of Child Development.
