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Meet the Pitt staffers who keep campus running during winter recess
From lab managers to police officers, these unsung heroes work behind-the-scenes to keep the University’s Pittsburgh campus safe and functional over break.
After 20 years, Christmas Day at Pitt is still bringing joy and connection to the community
Meet longtime volunteer Mark Burdsall, who says the annual event does more than provide meals and gifts — it creates a sense of belonging.
New Pitt research explains how massive canyons formed in Peru
A study out of Nadine McQuarrie’s lab found that river capture resulted in these vast geographical structures in the Andean Plateau.
This Pitt alum’s Hollywood dreams came true
Now producer Adam Fasullo is paying his success forward, helping fellow Pitt grads forge film industry careers.
Pitt celebrated its newest graduates at winter commencement
Relive the pomp and circumstance — and snow — in this photo gallery.
5 impactful moments Pitt made possible in 2025
It was a year of medical breakthroughs, student honors and community impact across the University.
Panthers Forward, which has helped 1,200 Pitt seniors address their student loans, welcomes its eighth class
The program has offset $6 million in debt since 2017 by providing up to $5,000 in direct federal loan relief, plus mentoring, workshops and financial planning resources.
8 Pitt undergraduates earned Gilman Scholarships
The Department of State award offers merit-based study abroad funding of up to $5,000 to students with limited financial means.
2025 at Pitt, in photos
From a new look for Hillman Library to welcoming the University’s largest ever incoming class, it was a year of unforgettable moments.
John Kellum was elected as a fellow of the National Academy of Inventors
The Pitt kidney injury and sepsis expert has been issued 26 U.S. patents and has licensed his discoveries to six different companies.
This fearless senior is the definition of ‘cool under pressure’
Goalkeeping for the Pitt women’s soccer team taught Ellie Breech the value of swift action. That same trait helped her save her father’s life.
A graduating Pitt doctoral student balanced motherhood, research and academics to earn her degree
Katie Mullen is ready to continue advancing stroke recovery science as an occupational therapist and, now, a Doctor of Clinical Science.
Michael Colaresi will lead Pitt’s new Hub for AI and Data Science Leadership
This convening point for artificial intelligence and data science efforts will facilitate collaboration across teaching, learning and other academic operations.
This alum-founded startup is turning campus food waste into fertilizer
Two shipping-container ‘digesters’ on the Pittsburgh campus transform more than a ton of scraps each month thanks to Kyle Wyche and Ecotone Renewables.
Breakthrough catalyst insight may unlock new possibilities for safer water disinfection
A research team including Pitt engineers used quantum chemistry to uncover design principles for generating sustainable alternatives to chlorine.
70 years later, Pitt honored Bobby Grier’s Sugar Bowl legacy in Atlanta
The weekend-long celebration of unity and strength included a panel discussion at the College Football Hall of Fame.
AI literacy is in focus across Pitt’s new course offerings for spring
Plus, an exploration of Chinese food culture, hands-on population health training and an examination of antisemitism over time.
How Pitt is preparing Greater Hazelwood residents for emerging life sciences jobs
A new workforce program will offer paid training, holistic support and one-on-one career coaching ahead of BioForge’s arrival in the Pittsburgh neighborhood.
5 free cultural events in Pittsburgh in December
Find out this month why National Geographic described the Steel City as “one of America’s most underrated cities.”
A guest’s and grad’s guide to Pitt’s winter commencement
This year’s ceremony is at 3 p.m. Dec. 14 at the Petersen Events Center. Here’s what you need to know about parking, entering the venue, regalia and more.
