Pitt Magazine
How the Cathedral of Learning went from grandiose idea to enduring landmark
In the 1920s, Chancellor John Bowman envisioned bringing Pitt together under “the greatest educational structure in the world.” One hundred years later, it’s become an awe-inspiring symbol of ambition and big ideas.
Pitt’s resident Cathedral expert studies how the landmark shaped campus and the city
Drew Armstrong says the beloved building can help us understand the relationship among architecture, education and society.
Alumni updates, fall 2026
Pitt alumni were recently named to the advisory board of the National Museum of American History, earned Faculty of the Year honors, joined Forbes' 30 under 30 list and more.
In memoriam, fall 2026
Remembering lost members of our Pitt community
An impromptu stop started this senior vice chancellor’s 25-year Pitt journey
Kevin Washo’s own story reaches all 67 of Pennsylvania’s counties — much like the story of Pitt.
More than 50 online and hybrid programs extend Pitt’s reach virtually anywhere
A Pitt education has never been more accessible.
A Pitt-Bradford alumna writes the next chapter of her hometown's story
No matter how far she wandered, Kane, Pennsylvania — and McKean County, home to Pitt-Bradford — would always be Kate Kennedy's home.
This Pitt-Greensburg alumnus turns generosity into a way of life
Jamal Woodson, Pitt-Greensburg's 2025 Alumnus of Distinction, lives his life trying to "do all I could to help as many people as possible."
These two Pitt-Johnstown alumni prove the power of teaching
Amy Arcurio and Nicole Kuzmiak turned their experiences at UPJ into roles as local educational leaders.
Care for community gives this Pitt-Titusville alumnus the right frame of mind
First as a nurse, now as a small-business owner, UPT alumnus Corey Young continues to play a vital role in his tight-knit community.
A six-decade Pitt Pharmacy family tradition
Since Bill Thompson Jr. graduated from Pitt in 1962, the Thompsons have used their Pitt education to serve their Blair County community as pharmacists.
From artistic talent to a sustainable business
PantherLabWorks offers training to creators hoping to scale their businesses and commercialize their products.
How a rural recruiter pitches Pitt across Pennsylvania
Daryl Burleigh uses his experience growing up in Wayne County to help prospective students figure out if Pitt is a good fit.
A stacked cast of Panthers help new grads find success in showbiz
Hollywood might seem cutthroat, but this growing community of Pitt grads make sure their fellow alums find a soft landing.
Pitt-Bradford’s new emergency medicine program is meeting a crucial community need
McKean County is facing a shortage of emergency medicine personnel. Now, students like Jay Mckenzie are stepping up.