University News

The Cathedral of Learning stands over the Oakland neighborhood on a snowy day

Pitt leaders testified on the University’s role in contributing to PA’s future

On Feb. 19, students and administrators shared the value of a Pitt education with the Pennsylvania General Assembly’s Performance-Based Funding Council.

UCTL leader Michael Bridges will retire from Pitt in June

As executive director of the University Center for Teaching and Learning, he’s kept Pitt on the cutting-edge of best practices in educational information technologies.

One graduate in regalia waves with her diploma while another takes cellphone pictures

Pitt’s spring commencement will be held at PPG Paints Arena on May 4

The venue change will ensure every student in the University’s largest-ever graduating class can participate in the ceremony.

Pole banner bearing Pitt shield on a snowy day

Pittsburgh Action Against Rape advocates will hold weekly drop-in sessions this semester

They’ll offer support to students, staff and faculty in the Prevention at Pitt office. Drop in between 9:30 a.m. and 4 p.m.

Mumbe Kithakye was named executive director of assessment and data analytics

Kithakye will join Pitt’s Division of Student Affairs, where she’ll teach staffers about using data to tell the University’s story.

Leah Byrne stands beside a machine and liquid samples in a lab

Pitt’s growing research impact is on full display in the 2023-24 annual research report

Read stories of University researchers who have blended disciplines and put innovations into action, contributing to $1.2 billion in research expenditures over the last year.

David Beck will be interim dean for the School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences

The executive vice dean steps in for Tony Delitto, who was named associate provost for digital education last fall, effective Jan. 31.

Jerry Dickinson is the new dean for Pitt’s School of Law

A former Fulbrighter and housing rights advocate, Pitt Law’s vice dean joined the University in 2017. His new appointment begins Jan. 15.

A panther statue on the snowy Pitt grounds. The Cathedral of Learning is in the background

Jay Darr will serve as senior strategic advisor to Pitt’s vice chancellor for equity, diversity and inclusion

He has previously served director of the University Counseling Center and associate dean of student wellness. Darr’s new role begins Jan. 21.

Chancellor Joan Gabel and Board of Trustees Chairperson John J. Verbanac pose with the retiring Director of Internal Audit John P. Elliott during a meeting with a special resolution for Elliott held in the William Pitt Union.

John Elliott will retire after 30 years as Pitt’s director of internal audit

The longtime University leader will be succeeded by Jayne McGoey, assistant director of internal audit.