Community Impact

William Wagner is recognized for the significant positive impact the institute has has within Western Pennsylvania.

Commissioners will examine cybersecurity issues surrounding voting machines and voter registration information as well as the resiliency of Pennsylvania’s electoral system following a potential breach.

The project has helped Pennsylvania set the national standard for integrated HIV planning.

Sharon L. McDaniel is the president and CEO of A Second Chance, Inc., a licensed foster care agency that meets the unique needs of kinship families in Allegheny and Philadelphia counties.

The professor created Pitt's bachelor's degree program in emergency medicine in 1988.

The Incline's list recognized 17 individuals under age 40 who are making a difference in Pittsburgh.

University of Pittsburgh Chancellor Patrick Gallagher and Provost Patricia E. Beeson recently presented the Swanson School of Engineering's Minking Chyu with a medallion recognizing his appointment as Distinguished Service Professor. The presentation was held during a virtual board meeting between representatives at Pitt and Sichuan University in December. 

The Helen Faison Endowed Chair of Urban Education was included in the 2018 RHSU Edu-Scholar Public Influence Rankings.

Volunteers from across the University teamed up to support quality health care and nutrition in the country.

The award annually recognizes Pitt faculty, graduate and undergraduate students, and staff members for their work to advance social causes in Southwestern Pennsylvania.