Center for Urban Education

tree-lined sidewalk near the Cathedral
Wednesday, January 23, 2019

Center for Urban Education Receives Portion of $1.5 Million Grant

Brian Burley headshot with blue sky and clouds in background
Friday, July 20, 2018

Project by Katz Alumnus Highlights Young Black Leaders, Creates Community Ties
Brian Burley (BUS ’13G) continues the social enterprise he started with the launch of his book “YNGBLKPGH” (Young Black Pittsburgh). The book features more than 140 African-American professionals under the age of 40.
Friday, June 15, 2018

Education Faculty Awarded Federal Funds for Urban Special Education Doctoral Program
Patricia Beeson headshot, wearing black/white jacket
Monday, April 9, 2018

Personalized Education Plans Earn Support
An app matching students to tutors and a Netflix-like recommendation system to find mentors are among the projects funded by the Office of the Provost’s first Personalized Education Grants Program.