New childcare option for faculty, staff and grad students

Children ages 3-5 are eligible for a new partnership with the Boys and Girls Club of Western Pennsylvania. Sites in Carnegie and Lawrenceville are prioritizing Pitt applicants through Oct. 1.

Coaching, telehealth, walking groups and more

The Office of Human Resources offers a variety of virtual and in-person benefits to keep employees healthy.

COVID-19 testing: what staff and faculty need to know

We answer FAQs for employees, including who needs to take tests, how you get them and what you should do if you’re symptomatic.

Comments sought for two draft policies

University community members have until Oct. 18 to review and comment on drafts titled Campus Crime Awareness and Protection of Children from Abuse.

Pitt unveils new family care benefit through Care.com

Pitt’s partnership with Care.com offers eligible employees access to a network of local caregivers, a total of 10 backup care days for child and adult care, and more.

Play at Park(ing) Day

Join people across the world in repurposing parking spaces and converting them into parks and places for art.

Call for nominations: Chancellor’s Distinguished Awards

The awards recognize faculty excellence in teaching, research and public service. Submit your nomination by Oct. 15.

Pitt’s National Center on Family Support to host conference on caregiving research

The conference, held March 3-4, 2022, is now accepting abstract submissions.

Black Lives in Focus Exhibit Will Celebrate Black Voices, Art on Campus

A University-wide outdoor exhibition will celebrate and amplify diverse Black voices and Black art. The Black Lives in Focus initiative is guided by the question, “What do we learn when Black life is in focus?” and will explore the richness and complexity of the Black experience in America through art selected from our Pitt and Southwestern Pennsylvania communities.

Pitt CoVax Expands Hours, Services

If you were waiting for FDA approval to get vaccinated against COVID-19, you’re in luck: Pitt’s vaccination clinic carries the newly approved Pfizer vaccine, and its hours have expanded. They’ll also offer flu shots soon.