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September 25, 2019 - 10:22am
Bruce R. Childers Named Special Assistant to the Provost for Data Science
In addition to his current role as senior associate dean in the School of Computing and Information, Bruce R. Childers will report directly to the provost and collaborate across the University with a focus on data science.
September 25, 2019 - 8:56am
Nomination Period Open for Teaching, Research, Public Service Awards
The call for nominations for the annual Chancellor’s Distinguished Teaching, Research, and Public Service Awards for faculty is now open.
August 20, 2019 - 4:27pm
New Latinx Cluster-hiring Initiative Supports Provost Diversity Priority
The Office of the Provost’s new initiative supports University diversity efforts by increasing the number of faculty members focused on Latinx issues.
August 7, 2019 - 9:38am
The Call for Creativity
Calling all makers, all poets and scientists, all math problem-solvers and jazz freestylers: The Year of Creativity wants your submissions for proposals, programs and events.
July 31, 2019 - 10:10am
GSPIA Dean John Keeler to Step Down Next Summer
Senior Vice Chancellor and Provost Ann E. Cudd announced that John T.S. Keeler will be stepping down from his role as dean of the Graduate School of Public and International Affairs in June 2020.
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 29, 2019 - 8:23am
2019-20 Academic Calendar Includes Extra Day for Winter Recess
With Christmas falling on a Wednesday this year and Christmas Eve traditionally included in winter break, Pitt's administration has approved Monday, Dec. 23, as the first day of winter break for faculty and staff.
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.
May 8, 2019 - 8:19am
Open Educational Resources Funding Awarded to 19 Projects
To support the development of open educational resources, the Office of the Provost funds projects that will enhance the educational experiences of students and enable faculty to customize course materials.
May 1, 2019 - 1:07pm
Six Proposals Receive Provost's Innovation in Education Awards
Ideas ranging from over-the-counter hearing aid certification to instructional design in flipped classrooms are among the six faculty proposals that will receive funding from the Advisory Council on Instructional Excellence.