Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
The omission of women's contributions in 'Oppenheimer' is part of a harmful trend, Pitt experts say
Lack of representation can reinforce stereotypes about who belongs in the sciences, write Carl Kurlander and Chandralekha Singh.
Pitt alumna Anette Nance will lead a governor’s advisory committee
As executive director of the Governor's Advisory Commissions on African American Affairs, she will work to ensure representation in the state government.
Black Americans need culturally relevant suicide prevention programs, a new study found
Suicide deaths among Black adults are rising and misconceptions about the problem abound. Pitt’s Kamesha Spates is researching ways to tackle the crisis.
Stephanie Eckstrom received an award from the AAUW Bradford branch
The Gateway to Equity Award honors the dedication of the School of Social Work regional program director to advance gender equity through research, education and advocacy.
Pitt’s Sandra Murray joined dozens of scientists in a call for racial equity
A new paper published in Cell offers institutional-level solutions to combat racism in research and support Black scientists.
Mark hip-hop’s 50th anniversary with Pitt and 1Hood Media on June 15
A free multimedia discussion will examine the rebellious art form that’s gone mainstream.
Pitt launches volunteer opportunities in honor of Juneteenth
Roll up your sleeves and help out at four local community gardens on June 16.
Catch these Pittsburgh Pride Month events
Plus, resources for LGBTQ+ students, faculty and staff at Pitt.
One key to success in college? A sense of belonging, according to new research.
A Science study by a team including Pitt’s Omid Fotuhi shows students who go through an intervention to foster feelings of belonging are more likely to finish their first year.
Pitt people facilitated and presented at a UN side event
More than 130 delegates, scholars, community leaders and activists attended the session on reparations.