University News
3 Pitt researchers were named to American Association for the Advancement of Science
Three University of Pittsburgh researchers have been named to the American Association for the Advancement of Science 2019 fellowship cohort.
Kathryn Albers, a professor in the Department of Neurobiology in the School of Medicine, was recognized for accomplishments in molecular and cellular neuroscience, including studies of sensory neuron development and its relation to nerve injury and pain.
Pitt was honored in the Healthiest Employers of Pittsburgh Awards
The University of Pittsburgh was recognized for its dedication and commitment to employee health and wellness as a large employer in the Western Pennsylvania region.
Pitt’s School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences celebrated its 50th anniversary
The school began as one of the smallest schools on campus in 1969 and has grown to be one of the most prominent today.
Pitt was ranked a top 50 Best Global University
Pitt landed at No. 47 on the U.S. News & World Report’s ranking.
Pitt’s African American Alumni Council will honor 5 during Homecoming 2019
Read more about the alumni, who have excelled in their careers and carved a national footprint with outstanding contributions to society and the University community.
Pitt has named 3 new Distinguished Alumni Fellows
Howard W. Hanna Jr. and siblings Simone Myers Karp and Lloyd N. Myers have received the highest alumni honor conferred by the University of Pittsburgh and its Alumni Association.
Pitt’s newest school is building its expertise with new faculty
Founding Dean Paul Cohen praised the faculty members’ “commitment to furthering SCI’s mission of making the world a better place through polymathic education and the science of interacting systems.”
Pitt’s online Master of Science in Nursing program is among the top-rated nationally
Best Health Degrees ranked Pitt third for “cutting-edge” research in STEM fields like nursing, which increases the prestige of such programs.
A new partnership will bring free bike share rides to Pitt students
All Pitt first-year undergraduate students and resident assistants will receive unlimited 30-minute rides with Healthy Ride during the 2019-20 academic year.
Nancy Merritt has been named vice chancellor for alumni relations
She brings 17 years of experience to the role, where she plans to develop programs to help alumni engage with students, pursue educational and professional opportunities and enrich their personal and career networks.