Office of Diversity and Inclusion

Teal cards with encouraging messages written on them posted to a cork board
April 1, 2020 - 10:44am

Pitt Turns Teal for a Virtual Sexual Assault Awareness Month

The Office of Diversity and Inclusion leads a campuswide committee devoted to advocating for sexual assault awareness virtually this April.
March 27, 2020 - 12:00am

Aspinwall Neighbors Toast Community from Afar

For the neighborhood of Aspinwall, with myriad spots to dine and socialize amidst wide sidewalks in front of large...
March 19, 2020 - 8:23am

How to Reach the Office of Diversity and Inclusion

As the University takes additional steps to reduce the need for faculty and staff to be on campuses, the Office of Diversity and Inclusion is closed to walk-ins and in-person appointments but continues to respond to all concerns during regular business hours.
The KanKouran West African Dance Company dancing on stage in bright multicolored attire.
February 19, 2020 - 11:08am

Black History Month Programming Celebrates Activism and Arts

Events throughout February celebrate Black History Month, which culminates with the University’s signature K. Leroy Irvis program, themed “Black to the Future.”
February 3, 2020 - 12:00am

Pitt Marks Black History Month with a Series of Events

Pitt’s Black History Month celebrations kick off in earnest this week, with scheduled guest speakers, panel discussions and a...
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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.
From left: Interim Vice Chancellor for Diversity and Inclusion Katie Pope; Scholar Mentor and Equipoise Co-chair Lesha Greene; Senior Vice Chancellor for Engagement and Secretary of the Board of Trustees Kathy Humphrey; Vice Provost and Dean of Students Kenyon Bonner; and Steven Jones, special events staff member and Equipoise co-chair.
January 22, 2020 - 11:55am

Kathy Humphrey Honored for Leadership, Commitment to Social Justice

Equipoise honored Senior Vice Chancellor for Engagement and Secretary of the Board of Trustees Kathy Humphrey with its Martin Luther King Jr. Creating a Just Community Award.
Martine Luther King Jr. at his "I Have a Dream" speech in 1963 in Washington, DC
January 15, 2020 - 11:00am

University Events Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Week

There are a variety of opportunities for faculty and staff to engage in events during Social Justice Week, which honors Martin Luther King Jr. from Jan. 20 to 24.
January 15, 2020 - 10:57am

Equipoise Unity Luncheon to Honor Kathy Humphrey

Equipoise’s Martin Luther King Jr. Unity Luncheon will honor Kathy Humphrey, senior vice chancellor for engagement and secretary of the Board of Trustees, with the Creating a Just Community Award.