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A statue of a panther in front of the William Pitt Union
March 25, 2020 - 10:23am

When COVID-19 Is Confirmed on Campus

What does Pitt do when there is a positive case of COVID-19? The University has responsive steps and protocols in place to limit the spread. Here’s what faculty and staff need to know.
Kathy Humphrey speaks at the Community Engaged Scholarship Forum
March 4, 2020 - 12:59pm

Modeling Community Engaged Work

More than 250 people attended the Community Engaged Scholarship Forum, now in its second year. Five projects were honored for reflecting Pitt’s highest community engagement aspirations.
Two people stand by a truck that reads "100% Electric" on its side.
March 4, 2020 - 12:56pm

Faculty, Staff Commitments Contribute to Carbon Reductions

The University is aiming for a new goal: becoming carbon neutral by 2037. Here are ways employees can contribute to this initiative while at work and reduce their carbon footprint at home.
March 4, 2020 - 12:50pm

Clean and Swap Event Supports Sustainability, Recyclemania

Bring unwanted electronics, paper products, furniture or other office supplies to the O’Hara Student Center for a clean and swap event, part of Pitt’s participation in Recyclemania and dedication to sustainability.
A graphic advertising the Pitt Day of Giving
February 19, 2020 - 11:08am

Pitt Day of Giving Participation, Outcomes Show There’s a Place for Everyone

Next Tuesday, Feb. 25, Pitt faculty, staff, alumni and friends have an opportunity to participate in the fourth-annual daylong philanthropy blitz which helps to fund transformational experiences that have an impact far beyond the Pitt community.
Two students and two Pitt Police Officers pose with a large script Pitt prop at an Oakland neighborhood block party
February 5, 2020 - 12:23pm

5 Ways to Get Involved in Community Engagement

Years of dedication from the Pitt community helped Pitt earn the prestigious Carnegie Community Engagement Classification designation. Here are five ways that faculty and staff can get involved and keep the momentum going.
Various foods, including Brussels sprouts, spinach and grains plated together
February 5, 2020 - 12:15pm

Pitt Dining Keeps Meal Options Fresh

New concept eateries and the return of longtime favorites aren’t the only exciting choices staff and faculty will find when exploring Pitt Dining options—they might even get their meal delivered by robots.
A display that reads: "But is it art?"
February 5, 2020 - 12:10pm

Public Art Makes Campus More Vibrant

A new Art on Campus initiative will serve to enrich information about current artworks on the Pittsburgh campus, as well as recommend locations for installations of new acquisitions and donations.
University of Pittsburgh campus
January 29, 2020 - 11:22am

Get to Know the Office of Diversity and Inclusion

With a newly expanded team and two divisions, the Office of Diversity and Inclusion is focused on serving the campus more holistically. With the expansion comes an even bigger charge to ensure faculty, staff and students are aware of its services.
View of the Cathedral of Learning from an architectural cutout at the top of Heinz Chapel
January 22, 2020 - 12:21pm

New Office Dedicated to Prevention of Sexual Violence

Carrie Benson will lead the new education and prevention office which will focus on stopping sexual violence before it starts.