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June 5, 2019 - 10:32am
Funding Awarded to 24 Pitt Seed Projects
Now in its second year, the 2019 Pitt Seed Project initiative will fund 24 new proposals that aim to directly and actively contribute to the University’s strategic transformation.
June 4, 2019 - 11:02am
Philippine Nationality Room Dedication Set for June 9
The 31st Nationality Room will be dedicated in a ceremony on Sunday, June 9, at Heinz Memorial Chapel, followed by a free cultural festival in the Commons Room.
June 4, 2019 - 10:19am
Audrey J. Murrell to Serve as Acting Dean of the University Honors College
Widely recognized for her work and leadership, Audrey J. Murrell has most recently served as associate dean of the College of Business Administration and director of the David Berg Center for Ethics and Leadership.
May 29, 2019 - 8:26am
Open Forums Scheduled for Health Sciences Senior Vice Chancellor, Med School Dean Search
The search committee will hold a series of open forums where members of the University community can share input about this role. All faculty, staff, students, alumni and friends are invited to participate.
May 22, 2019 - 11:43am
How Pitt Rolls
On a clear, bright Pittsburgh morning, cycling commuters dropped by Schenley Plaza to learn about bike maintenance and safety, grab food and coffee and celebrate sustainability and a greener city. Read more and see pictures from the event.
May 22, 2019 - 11:41am
United Way Campaign Raises Highest Total from Most Donors Ever
Through personal contributions, team donation activities and fundraising special events, the 2018 Pitt United Way Campaign raised more than $700,000 and showed how the University community can make a difference in the lives of those in need.
May 22, 2019 - 11:20am
Staff Spring Assembly Focuses on Leading, Communicating Through Crises
Staff Council’s spring assembly event “Better Pitt, Better You” provided University employees a forum to explore leadership and resilience when facing tragedies, as well as advice on better communication with colleagues and supervisors.
May 22, 2019 - 11:18am
Pitt Professor, Inventor Rory Cooper Honored at Smithsonian Institute
Trading cards are usually known for athletes and fictional characters, but real-life inventors also get their own cards, including one University of Pittsburgh professor this past Saturday.
May 22, 2019 - 11:14am
Conference Showcases, Builds Momentum with Global Modeling Research
The event, hosted by Pitt's School of Computing and Information, provided attendees a chance to showcase current modeling research that provides insights on how complex systems such as the global economy or climate operate.
May 15, 2019 - 10:53am
Year of Creativity Fosters Makers' Spark
The Year of Creativity — the sixth "Year Of" — will celebrate the spark that drives academic pursuits and unites the University’s myriad intellectual endeavors.