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How a veteran teaches about ancient wars at Pitt
Josh Cannon, who served two tours in Iraq, uses humor and personal experiences to make battles fought long ago feel relevant to modern life.
School of Nursing’s DNP Nurse-Midwifery Program receives full accreditation
It’s the first midwifery program in western Pennsylvania and the only DNP Midwifery program in Pennsylvania.
Pitt’s Keisha N. Blain and Yona Harvey are 2022 Guggenheim Fellows
The historian and poet are among 180 recipients of the prestigious award.
Department of Physical Therapy professor named a Gerontological Society of America fellow
It’s an acknowledgment of not only remarkable research, but also extraordinary dedication to the field of gerontology.
In a mask-optional world, kindness is required
Pitt people have all sorts of reasons for continuing to mask on campus. Here’s what one of them wants you to know.
Introducing this year’s Bellet Teaching awardees
Jennifer Laaser, Dana Och and Ellen Smith in the Kenneth P. Dietrich School of Arts and Sciences were nominated for excellence inside and outside of the classroom. See what makes them special.
Professor earns $3 million grant to improve aphasia treatment
Will Evans and his team will develop and evaluate novel adaptive computer-based treatments to help improve the efficiency and long-term impact of language treatment.
Attend the Pittsburgh Climate Hackathon to solve energy issues
Students and industry professionals will address climate-related issues and come up with ideas to positively impact the region.
Patrick Gallagher announces his intent to step down as Pitt’s chancellor, effective in summer 2023
Gallagher will remain at the University as a full-time faculty member in the Department of Physics and Astronomy. Read his full message.
2 Pitt professors named elite reviewers for Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
The recognition is awarded to peer reviewers for their demonstrated critical thinking skills, effective participation and the extraordinary quality of their contributions to the journal.
Register today for Faculty and Staff Development Program spring workshops
This program for faculty and staff at Pitt aims to enhance their personal and professional development through a variety of workshops and certificate programs.
Redditors hail to Pitt on r/place
Alum Ryan Lynch and hundreds of other users defended the Pitt logo during a massive online collaborative art project.
Register for Lavender Graduation by April 10
Celebrate the achievements of undergraduate, graduate and professional students in the LGBTQIA+ community across all Pitt campuses.
These Pitt people’s work advocating for affordable health care landed them invitations to the White House
PhD student Amy Raslevich and alum Adrianne Sapienza attended yesterday’s signing of an executive order to strengthen the Affordable Care Act.
Meet Pitt’s undergraduate commencement speakers
Louis Riddick, a broadcaster and former NFL safety, and Mary Ellen Callahan, an attorney and leader at the Department of Homeland Security, will address the Classes of 2022 and 2020.
Apply by April 25 for the Novartis Global Scholars Program
A new partnership with the Novartis Institutes for BioMedical Research can provide faculty with translational research funding of up to $1 million over three years.
Celebrate the Year of Data and Society on April 8
The event will include panels on facilitating learning about data, sustaining the impact of project activities, lightning talks and a poster session.
Attend a spring open house at Pitt-Titusville’s Education and Training Hub
Prospective students and parents can meet with hub partners to discuss the wide array of programs available in 2022.
Events to celebrate Earth Month
Enjoy a monthlong celebration of Earth, featuring a variety of events hosted by Pitt Sustainability to educate the Pitt community about the environment.
Pitt Farmers Market is back
Get fresh produce and visit local vendors on select Thursdays from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. outside the William Pitt Union.
