Community Impact
Anthony Delitto was appointed as a member of a national advisory council
The School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences dean will serve on the National Advisory Council for Complementary and Integrative Health.
A new Pitt award honored 5 outstanding community partnerships
The University’s first Senior Vice Chancellor for Engagement’s Partnerships of Distinction Awards were presented as part of the Community Engaged Scholarship Forum.
Jamie Ducar earned a community partnership micro-credential
The director of community engagement demonstrated effective cultivation, facilitation and maintenance of high-quality partnerships with community organizations and representatives.
Undergraduate Sam Ressin received an Udall Scholarship
The competitive national awards are presented for leadership, public service and commitment to issues related to Native American nations or to the environment.
Diego Chaves-Gnecco was named Pennsylvania Pediatrician of the Year
The associate professor was presented with the award by the state chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics.
Margaret Larkins-Pettigrew received a Gateway Medical Society Lifetime Achievement Award
She is an adjunct professor an alumna of the School of Medicine.
Jeannette South-Paul was honored by Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf
The Andrew W. Mathieson Professor and chair of the Department of Family Medicine served in the U.S. Army for 21 years.
Food Recovery Heroes won a state Zero Waste Excellence Award
The Pennsylvania Resources Council recognized the Pitt student group for its environmental leadership.
The University Center for Teaching and Learning hosted the Pittsburgh Regional Faculty Symposium
The conference saw attendees from universities and colleges in Pennsylvania, Ohio, West Virginia, New York, Kentucky, Massachusetts and Ontario.
John Wallace was named a fellow of the American Academy of Social Work and Social Welfare
The Dave E. Epperson Chair and Professor of Social Work is recognized for his work advancing social good.