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Alumna to host in-person launch of debut novel in Pittsburgh
Ashleigh Bell Pedersen (A&S '09G) will discuss “The Crocodile Bride” at White Whale Bookstore.

‘The No Club’ empowers women to take control of their professional lives
Four Pittsburgh researchers, including Pitt economist Lise Vesterlund, are putting a stop to women’s dead-end work with their new book, out May 3.

2 Pitt doctoral students named 2022 Mellon/ACLS Dissertation Completion Fellows
Each fellow will receive $43,000 to support the final year of dissertation research and writing.

Can melatonin help prevent neuron damage associated with dementia?
The Clear Thoughts Foundation has awarded $200,000 to co-investigators from Pitt to learn more.

Social work research associate professor selected for Fulbright Specialist Program
Mary Beth Rauktis will work with the faculty and students at Don Bosco University in Assam, India.

Pitt quarterback Kenny Pickett is a first-round NFL draft pick for the Pittsburgh Steelers
The record-setter is the 26th Pitt player to be selected in the opening round and only the second quarterback.

Pitt research helps explain how Ritalin sharpens attention
The new study connects the dots between brain cells, behavior and the ADHD drug.

A recent broadband symposium highlighted the growing digital divide
Presenters at the Pitt event warned about the opportunity gap between those with and without high-speed internet access.

Tune in to two student-produced shows during commencement weekend
“Pitt to the Point” and “Pitt Tonight” will provide entertainment before and after this year’s ceremonies. Here’s where to watch.

Meet the 2022 Pitt Sustainability Award winners
Started in 2015, the awards honor members of the Pitt community working for a greener University.

Open Enrollment is available through May 25
Faculty and staff can make changes to their benefits during the 2022-23 Benefits Open Enrollment period through Wednesday, May 25.

This first-generation student is on her way to becoming a philosophical counselor, thanks to TRIO
The program for under-resourced students helped propel Tia Blassingale from Philadelphia barber to future PhD student in an emerging field.

Pitt has updated its travel policies
In light of the changing COVID-19 landscape and to make travel easier for faculty, staff and students, booking requirements have been suspended and fees eliminated.

Pitt’s Dietrich School and College of General Studies launched new awards for seniors
The 19 students are lauded for their academic achievements, perseverance and commitment to service.

In honor of Audubon Day, check out Pitt’s collection of his prints
Pitt has one of the only sets of John James Audubon’s Birds of America series and was among the first to make them accessible in high resolution. Take a look.

Pitt historian Keisha N. Blain is a 2022 Andrew Carnegie Fellow
The program provides support for original research projects that address “enduring issues confronting our society.”

This Pitt alumna is on a mission to stop relationship abuse
Thais Ridgeway (A&S ’13) is fighting dating violence through her work as a lawyer, Army reservist and Miss New York United States 2020.

Melony A. Sacopulos joins Pitt as associate vice chancellor for capital financial management
She will play a vital role in capital projects and real estate initiatives, working closely with the CFO’s Office to help advance the Campus Master Plan.

Pitt-Bradford names Michael Davila as vice president of student affairs
Davila has been serving as associate vice chancellor and dean of students at the University of Arkansas at Monticello.

A big idea for better batteries
This year’s Randall Family Big Idea Competition winners want to enable renewable energy by providing the tools to store it.