Institute of Politics

The institute’s College Presidents for Civic Preparedness coalition included the University’ All Angles program in its annual impact report.

The speaker and discussion series, designed for students and by students, was recognized as a prime example of promoting civic discourse on campus.

The new Doris Carson Williams Internship, supported by the Elsie H. Hillman Foundation, will pair students with organizations making a positive impact in the region.

Food bank CEO Lisa Scales and former Pitt community relations leader John Wilds will be honored during a Dec. 9 event hosted by the Institute of Politics.

Improving access to broadband and technology and creating personalized learning environments were some of the top recommendations noted in the report from Pitt’s Institute of Politics.

Mark A. Nordenberg has been appointed chair of the Legislative Reapportionment Commission, a bipartisan group tasked with drawing Pennsylvania’s legislative districts.

There’s still time to register for the third annual Community Engaged Scholarship Forum, focused on advancing community resiliency. Learn more about the virtual forum’s themes and keynote speakers.

Pitt senior Cedric Humphrey wanted to know what Joe Biden would say to young Black voters disappointed in the political system. During Thursday night’s ABC News town hall, he had a national stage to pose his question.

A new series from Pitt’s Institute of Politics and the Dick Thornburgh Forum for Law and Public Policy will feature discussions to better understand governance issues in restoring the economy and operating during the COVID-19 pandemic. The first installment covers historical mistakes and overreach made by governments during times of crisis.

Kayla Scoggin, a 21-year-old urban studies major, will enter service with the Peace Corps in Uganda upon graduation this spring. Her internship through the Elsie Hillman Civic Forum helped prepare her for her new role.