University News
Pitt earns 2021 Tree Campus Higher Education recognition
Tree Campus Higher Education honors colleges and universities for promoting healthy trees and engaging students and staff in the spirit of conservation.
Pitt received a $1 million grant to support limited-income, first-generation students
The Kessler Scholars Collaborative provides financial, academic, professional and personal support to undergraduates.
University Center for Teaching and Learning leader will step down in June
During her 13-year tenure, Cynthia Golden helped lead efforts to foster excellence in teaching, technology-enhanced learning, assessment and other academic support services.
Attend an exposition of Luso-Brazilian culture
The expo will feature arts, music and information about the Portuguese-speaking world.
Leaders and colleagues react to Chancellor Patrick Gallagher stepping down
He was praised for moving the University forward and for his service to the community.
Introducing this year’s Bellet Teaching awardees
Jennifer Laaser, Dana Och and Ellen Smith in the Kenneth P. Dietrich School of Arts and Sciences were nominated for excellence inside and outside of the classroom. See what makes them special.
School of Nursing’s DNP Nurse-Midwifery Program receives full accreditation
It’s the first midwifery program in western Pennsylvania and the only DNP Midwifery program in Pennsylvania.
Patrick Gallagher announces his intent to step down as Pitt’s chancellor, effective in summer 2023
Gallagher will remain at the University as a full-time faculty member in the Department of Physics and Astronomy. Read his full message.
Register today for Faculty and Staff Development Program spring workshops
This program for faculty and staff at Pitt aims to enhance their personal and professional development through a variety of workshops and certificate programs.
Meet Pitt’s undergraduate commencement speakers
Louis Riddick, a broadcaster and former NFL safety, and Mary Ellen Callahan, an attorney and leader at the Department of Homeland Security, will address the Classes of 2022 and 2020.