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A Pitt history professor’s play debuted in London
The play, about abolitionist Quaker Benjamin Lay, is based on a book by Markus Rediker and was born at a conference protest in Germany.

Hockey led this Pitt student-researcher to study heart valves
Forward Benjamin Leslie wants to make sure kids with congenital heart defects can play sports.

Catch these Pittsburgh Pride Month events
Plus, resources for LGBTQ+ students, faculty and staff at Pitt.

One key to success in college? A sense of belonging, according to new research.
A Science study by a team including Pitt’s Omid Fotuhi shows students who go through an intervention to foster feelings of belonging are more likely to finish their first year.

You can now play a rare, unreleased video game from the 70s, thanks to a Pitt lab
Take a deep dive into the history of Ski Festival and the Magnavox Odyssey with Pitt’s Zachary Horton.

Learn to top the leaderboards with a local pinball wizard
Tap into summertime nostalgia with tips from Tiki Lounge owner and Pitt alum Steve Zumoff.

Pitt is supporting these 35 undergrads in their summer research
Brackenridge fellows get $4,000 stipends and weekly interdisciplinary networking to back their scholarly projects. 2023 winners hail from the Greensburg and Pittsburgh campuses.

Pitt-Bradford and Pitt-Johnstown honored for their programs in high-demand fields and career development
Colleges of Distinction recognizes student-centered schools that other rankings might overlook. Pitt-Bradford earned the award for the ninth year.

Health care workers and students gathered for the 2023 White Coats against Racism and Injustice Kneel
Now in its fourth year, the multi-institutional movement has grown, spreading its message of equality and justice throughout Pennsylvania.

How a Twitter thread became a letter in Nature
Last year, a provocative paper overturned established wisdom about “silent” genetic mutations. Pitt's Craig Kaplan and a group of biologist colleagues weren’t convinced.

Where you come from matters when it comes to college
Darris R. Means has spent his career studying and addressing how racial, spatial and class inequities shape higher ed access and success. He’s changing how Pitt thinks about recruitment, too.

Pitt’s Equestrian Club brings a little country to the city
Riders credit the organization with providing a haven and community connections.

Construction and renovation begins at the New Granada Theater
The historic building will be the future home of the Hill District Community Engagement Center.

An award-winning Pitt resource helps teachers and students understand Taiwan
The Centering Taiwan in Global Asia project provides lesson plans and other resources on the island’s rich history.

4 incoming Pitt students are 2023 Stamps scholars
The scholarship supports Pennsylvania students who demonstrate leadership and service to their communities.

How to mark Memorial Day weekend in Pittsburgh
Head to the Soldiers and Sailors annual celebration near campus, or visit these local memorials to honor the day.

Western Pa. is set to 'level up' its quantum capabilities with an $11.6 million investment from Pitt
The funding will establish the Western Pennsylvania Quantum Information Core, a cross-disciplinary effort that will position Pitt and its partners at the forefront of the field.

Regional campuses name new vice president and dean of academic affairs
Jeffrey Johnson will begin his duties at Pitt’s Bradford and Titusville campuses July 1.

Introducing the new director of the Hill District Community Engagement Center
Kelly Protho began her new role in the neighborhood she’s long loved on March 17.

16 resources for Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
Celebrate Asian pop culture, join an Asian interest sorority and fight for civil rights with these Pitt and Pittsburgh-based groups.