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These 6 COVID-19 treatments are saving patients
New treatments target different stages of COVID-19, including before patients become sick enough to need hospitalization, write Pitt medicine's William G. Bain, Georgios D. Kitsios and Tomeka L. Suber
Forging Ahead Through the Pandemic
At the Feb. 26, 2021, meeting of the Board of Trustees, Chancellor Patrick Gallagher revisited some of the challenges and successes since the group’s last meeting in September. Here are the highlights
First Women to Attend Pitt: Sisters Margaret and Stella Stein
Sisters Margaret and Stella Stein were the first women to attend the University of Pittsburgh, back when it was known as Western University of Pennsylvania. Though their male classmates regarded them
Pitt’s Manufacturing Assistance Center expands to Pitt-Titusville and partners with Conturo Prototyping in Homewood
The new agreement strengthens the trade skills program in Pittsburgh’s East End and suburbs while reaching workers in Crawford County.
Undergraduate Lab Course Explores Genes Behind Neural Tube Anomalies
Students in Jeffrey Hildebrand and Nancy Kaufmann’s lab course get valuable real-world experience—and recently, a publication credit—as they uncover why neural tubes fail to close during development.
Mentoring and Advising Summit Attracting Registrations from Across the U.S.
Join the more than 800 advisors, mentors, faculty and administrators from universities nationwide who have registered to attend the March 11 virtual event, now in its fourth year.
Living Legacy: Freedom House 2.0 Looks to Past, Prepares for Future of Emergency Medical Services
In the 1960s, Pittsburgh hosted one of the first professional ambulance services in the nation, Freedom House. A new partnership is building on that legacy and once again changing the face of
Leaders in Community Engagement, Health Equity and Criminal Justice Reform to Speak at Pitt Forum
There’s still time to register for the third annual Community Engaged Scholarship Forum, focused on advancing community resiliency. Learn more about the virtual forum’s themes and keynote speakers.
Instructors Honored for Equity and Inclusion Efforts in the Classroom
The Provost’s Award for Diversity in the Curriculum recognizes faculty members who integrate diversity and inclusion concepts into their courses and curricula at Pitt. See this year’s winners.
Pitt’s plans for growth of regional life sciences cluster get boost from $25 million gift; Advancements in vision care lead the way
Projects funded include vision research and treatments, the LifeX life sciences startup accelerator and vaccine research.
Gratitude and Moving Forward Key Themes in Blue, Gold & Black Event
Eight members of Pitt’s Black community convened Wednesday evening to discuss their experiences and what still needs to be done to ensure that Pitt is a just and equitable institution. Watch the K
Fifth Annual Pitt Day Draws Record Number of Donors
More than 11,100 donors from all 50 states gave to scholarships, research, academic programs, student organizations, athletics and other University vital initiatives. See who won challenge funds and
Chancellor’s Annual Awards Honor Faculty for Teaching, Research, Public Service
From the University Times: Recipients of the Chancellor's Distinguished Awards all received letters from Chancellor Patrick Gallagher and will be awarded a $2,000 cash prize and a grant of $3,000 to
Record 15 from Pitt earn Fulbright Scholarships
The 15 Pitt recipients of the prestigious U.S. Fulbright Scholarship for 2020 are the most ever in the University of Pittsburgh’s history. For the 10th time in 11 years, Pitt was also named a top
Keynote to Focus on Rebuilding Social Trust in Neighborhoods
A keynote panel at the upcoming Community Engaged Scholarship Forum will discuss how we can help neighborhoods and local institutions more deeply understand one another and strengthen their
Ad Hoc Committee Report Highlights Reduced Investments in Fossil Fuels
The Ad Hoc Committee on Fossil Fuels has publicly posted a report that presents the University of Pittsburgh’s Board of Trustees with an array of findings and options to consider at its next public
What Students Can Expect from the Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act
The University of Pittsburgh will distribute funds to approximately 15,200 students as part of the coronavirus relief package recently passed by Congress, the University announced today.
Alumna’s PBS Show Explores Afro-Latino Heritage
Travel show producer and host Kim Haas (A&S ’90) brings the profound influence Africa has on Latin America to light in a new television series. Join a virtual discussion with her on Feb. 22.
Public Health Program Highlights Equity and Reproductive Justice
Pitt epidemiologist Dara Mendez will lead a conversation about race, women’s health and inequity with scholar Dána-Ain Davis on Feb. 26, as part of the Graduate School of Public Health’s One Book, One
Printing in a Pandemic
With many living their personal and professional lives online, the Zoom fatigue is real. But there’s a positive effect of the pandemic that you might not have considered: a dramatic reduction in paper
