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December 11, 2019 - 11:19am
Awards Honor Partnerships with Community Impact
The Senior Vice Chancellor for Engagement’s Partnerships of Distinction awards recognize collaborations that benefit the University and community. The deadline for award submissions and forum proposals is Sunday, Dec. 15.
December 11, 2019 - 11:13am
Latinx Cluster Hire Initiative Seeks Proposals by Feb. 15
Statements of interest and proposals for new faculty focused on issues of the Latinx community are invited for the Office of the Provost’s Latinx cluster-hiring initiative.
December 4, 2019 - 12:13pm
Nationality Rooms Host Holiday Open House Dec. 8
The 31 Nationality Rooms are decked in their finest holiday adornments now through Jan. 18, 2020. The annual Holiday Open House takes place this Sunday, Dec. 8.
December 4, 2019 - 12:11pm
Three Researchers Named to American Association for the Advancement of Science
The American Association for the Advancement of Science recognized Kathryn Albers, Tao Han and Rob Rutenbar’s efforts to advance science and its applications in service to society by naming them 2019 Fellows.
November 27, 2019 - 9:56am
New Position Is ‘Dream Come True’ for Pitt United Way Campaign Manager
When she was diagnosed with breast cancer for the second time, United Way Campaign Manager Kelly Gilliam learned firsthand the impact of the United Way and the support of the Pitt community.
November 27, 2019 - 9:55am
HR to Talk ‘Shaping the Workplace Environment at Pitt’
Staff members are invited to join Dave DeJong, vice chancellor for human resources, for a special announcement on Tuesday, Dec. 3, in Alumni Hall.
November 20, 2019 - 12:06pm
Resources Abound to Celebrate Mister Rogers
For those anticipating the Nov. 22 release of the feature film, “A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood,” units at Pitt have you covered: From a special website of Rogers-related materials to reflections on his impact at the University, there are plenty of opportunities to celebrate the beloved children’s entertainer before heading to theaters.
November 20, 2019 - 11:58am
Diversity and Inclusion Vice Chancellor Announces Plans to Step Down
Pam Connelly, vice chancellor for diversity and inclusion, announced that after 17 years at Pitt, she plans to return to legal practice, focusing on higher education law, litigation and employment law at a firm in Pittsburgh.
November 20, 2019 - 11:55am
Intentional Steps: Faculty Members Recognized for Diversity and Inclusion
For their commitment to incorporating diversity into their coursework, faculty from across the University were recognized with the Provost’s Award for Diversity in the Curriculum.
November 20, 2019 - 11:17am
Reinvention of Philanthropic & Alumni Engagement Pays Off for Pitt, UPMC
This year, the Division of Philanthropic & Alumni Engagement has seen success in an operational transformation and in advancing relationships with alumni, patients who were treated through UPMC and other friends and supporters.