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United Way Campaign donors made gifts of impact
As Pitt kicks off its 14th United Way campaign, one Pitt staff member explains why she supports the campaign and gives to the United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania.
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.
A Pitt Public Health researcher worked to pinpoint the culprit of a mysterious illness in Brazil
When a mysterious illness emerged in his Brazilian hometown, Ernesto T.A. Marques mobilized with colleagues to decode its unknowns.
A new Pitt back pain study and drug take back efforts could lead to decreased opioid use
More than 40% of low back pain patients are prescribed opioids at some point. Associate Professor Mike Schneider and colleagues want to bring that number down.
Alumna Delphine Maïdou earned CEO of the Year Honors
For her significant impact on the continent's economy, Africa Economy Builders named the Pitt Business graduate its CEO of the Year.
Pitt’s inaugural Goldman Prize competition seeks to improve education through innovation
Sponsored by alumni Richard and Renée Goldman, the competition awarded three teams a total of $30,000 for their innovative ideas to improve education.
Chinese University alumni are forging global connections
Increasingly, universities are looking to their alumni in China for help creating important international links. For Pitt, that effort is being bolstered by one key graduate.
Engineering Program Helps People With Disabilities Advance Professional Development
Pitt's Advancing Inclusive Manufacturing program helps college students with conditions such as paraplegia, epilepsy and autism transition to careers in machining and engineering.
Studies Suggest Dental Formations Serve as Disease Indicators
Alexandre Vieira is researching ways that abnormalities in dental development can act as indicators that people may carry genetic risks for ailments such as kidney disease and cancer.
Wrestling Dental Student Visits ‘Parts Unknown’
Britt Baker has won several wrestling championships. But this spring, she expects to claim an even bigger title: doctor of dental medicine. See her interview on “Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown.”
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.
Science 2017 Highlights Art, Business, Technology and Science Speaking for Itself
The annual celebration of science and technology at Pitt is where science professionals and aficionados alike can discover new research, network with colleagues and discuss topics affecting the
Forever Youngish: Pitt's Aging Institute Translates Research to the Clinic
With new director Toren Finkel, Pitt's Aging Institute is expanding its approach to improving people's "health span" — the period of life during which a person remains free from serious illness.
Robotics Team Meets Mission Impossible
After besting all the other teams in the 2017 International Aerial Robotics Competition Mission 7, these students set about refining their approach in hopes of completing the full challenge next year.
Psychology Researcher Wants to Figure Out How Adults and Children Learn Math
Assistant professor of psychology Melissa Libertus has always loved math — and she's working to help more children and adults love it, too.
Pittsburgh's innovation ecosystem is key to next-generation technology leadership, according to a new report
The Brookings Institution reports that the University of Pittsburgh and neighboring entities form the core of a naturally occurring innovation district.
Peer Mentoring Program Helps Students From China Adjust to College Life in Pittsburgh
The new program, called Pitt to You, connected Pittsburgh students with their future classmates during travels around China.
Residence Hall at Pitt-Bradford Named in Honor of Retiring President of Regional Campuses
Livingston Alexander created new opportunities for students and raised the region's profile as president of the Bradford and Titusville campuses.
Cancer Research Program Receives $30 Million
The Henry L. Hillman Foundation has committed $3 million per year for 10 years for ongoing support of the Hillman Fellows for Innovative Cancer Research Program.
Historic Legislative Leader, Pitt Alumnus Celebrated at Residence Hall Dedication
Nearly 200 people gathered to honor the legacy of former Pennsylvania Speaker of the House of Representatives K. Leroy Irvis (LAW '54).
