Marla Ripoll was named interim dean of the School of Public and International Affairs

The professor of economics is a recognized leader in her field and a core faculty member in Pitt’s Center for Latin American Studies and Global Studies program.

University responds to recommendations from the Working Group on Antisemitism

The University reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring everyone at Pitt can pursue learning, teaching, research and work free from fear, harassment and hatred while outlining actions already underway to advance the group’s recommendations.

Pitt landed on Money’s Best Colleges list

The University’s myriad affordability initiatives — from a tuition-free promise at regional campuses to a national commitment to enroll more Pell-eligible students — secured its spot.

Pitt joined a new national effort to strengthen community engagement

The University will spend seven months developing a campus action plan with support from Campus Compact, building on its recent Carnegie classification.

Multiple Pitt campuses again earned Military Friendly recognition

Pitt-Bradford was honored for the 16th consecutive year for its support of active military and veteran students.

Pitt will be closed July 3 in observance of Independence Day

Here’s what you need to know about services and adjusted schedules across the Pittsburgh campus.

Kyaien O. Conner is the new dean of the School of Social Work

A nationally recognized scholar, educator and leader who currently serves as associate dean of the school, Conner will assume her new role on July 15.

Pitt is once again among the top 2% of universities worldwide

Six programs, five of them in the schools of health sciences, cracked the top 25 on the U.S. News & World Report Best Global Universities list.

Pitt renewed its pledge to enroll more students from lower-income backgrounds

The recommitment to the American Talent Initiative builds on a series of affordability efforts, including a regional campus tuition pledge for eligible Pennsylvanians and low-cost Pitt Online programs.

Meet Pitt’s 2026-27 Fulbright scholars

Eight faculty members, more than double last year’s class, received awards to conduct research and teach abroad.