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Pitt will hold UCIS leadership search open forums in April
Share your input on a leadership structure for the University Center for International Studies at virtual sessions on April 15 and 22.

Gear up for commencement: Graduation Central starts April 8
Purchase regalia, enter giveaways and get key details about the ceremony at the University Store on Fifth through May 1.

Pitt will host a Humanities @ Work conference on April 4
The cross-disciplinary event will connect students and scholars with leaders in the community, health and technology industries.

Support the United Way at a food truck event on April 8
Each business will donate 15% of their sales to Pitt’s United Way Campaign.

Be aware of the latest sidewalk and stop sign improvements on upper campus
The City of Pittsburgh found in a recent safety study that it is no longer possible to cross Terrace Street in front of Scaife Hall.

Volunteers are needed for Pitt’s spring commencement
Join in on the festivities when you sign up to help by April 16.

Pitt will host a traveling exhibition on ‘Lessons from The Tree of Life’ starting March 27
With curated artifacts and personal statements from the 2018 Pittsburgh synagogue shooting, the exhibition will challenge visitors to reflect on the impact of antisemitism in America.

Comment on a draft policy regarding information security until April 10
Members of the Pitt community are invited to provide feedback via an online form.

Pitt’s Annual Disclosure Certification period begins March 17
University faculty and staff who are mandatory disclosers will receive an email between March 17 and 20. The form is due by April 15.

Protect yourself from possible scams and fraud with these safety reminders
Whether it’s people promising big payouts during tax season or people impersonating officials, there are bad actors out there. Here are Pitt resources that can help.

Pitt’s spring commencement will be held at PPG Paints Arena on May 4
The venue change will ensure every student in the University’s largest-ever graduating class can participate in the ceremony.

Pitt’s better when we’re together. Make an impact with your PDoG gift on Feb. 25.
24 hours of “all in” generosity will create limitless opportunities across the University all year long.

Hear from interdisciplinary researchers at the LRDC colloquium series
Sara Rimm-Kaufman of the University of Virginia will present on Feb. 3; Stephen Hutt of the University of Denver will speak on April 7.

Get experience with audio-visual mediums with Jarman Lab at Pitt
The four-day film bootcamp for faculty, staff and graduate and professional students returns in May. Apply by Feb. 21.

Entrepreneurs, join Pitt’s updated alumni business directory
Submit the form to showcase your company, connect with fellow graduates and collaborate with University units.

Registration is open for the Community Engaged Scholarship Forum on March 4
This year’s theme is Reducing Barriers, Creating Opportunity. Scholar and Pittsburgh native Andre M. Perry will serve as keynote speaker.

Pittsburgh Action Against Rape advocates will hold weekly drop-in sessions this semester
They’ll offer support to students, staff and faculty in the Prevention at Pitt office. Drop in between 9:30 a.m. and 4 p.m.

Pitt undergrads will offer free tax assistance starting in February
In partnership with the United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania, the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program provides Pittsburgh residents with tax return and refund support.

Your Pitt winter survival guide
Taking these precautions from the Office of Public Safety and Emergency Management will help keep you safe and warm all season.

Students, sign up to collaborate with a local artist on a mural for Pitt’s Hillman Library
The University Library System is seeking up to eight students to create a mural that celebrates the rich diversity of textual and visual communication.