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A new Pitt apprenticeship program will address the dental assistant shortage
The 14-month program will pay students and provide full tuition, with an aim to diversify the region’s dental health care workforce.
Latinx and Hispanic Heritage Month resources at Pitt and in Pittsburgh
Join these Pitt groups, plus learn about community resources for those who have or are interested in Hispanic heritage.
How Pitt biologists are making fieldwork more equitable
In a new publication, Pitt researchers share how they crafted a guide that prioritizes safety for field researchers from marginalized groups.
A home for scholars studying Latin America has opened in Pittsburgh
The new Latin American Cultural Center and Museum houses art, programming and 20,000 years’ worth of history. Here’s how Pitt people and the community made it happen.
Pitt’s first Indigenous Cultural Festival kicks off Sept. 19
The weeklong collaboration with the Council of Three Rivers American Indian Center will welcome past and present Indigenous University community members and educate newcomers on Native cultures.
5 ways to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month in Pittsburgh
From a night of salsa music to a lively street festival, here are just some of the activities commemorating the month at Pitt and beyond.
Q&A: This Pitt professor’s new novel explores identity, immigration and bureaucracy
Angie Cruz’s “How Not to Drown in a Glass of Water” tells the story of a “God-awful” middle-aged heroine looking for work. Join Cruz at a Sept. 13 book launch event.
The University of Pittsburgh is a top college for LGBTQIA+ students
Best Colleges recognized Pitt's gender-inclusive housing, comprehensive resources and integration of LGBTQIA+ students in Greek Life.
Pitt brings cybersecurity concepts to local high school students during 6th annual CyberCamp
Students learn a range of technical skills including introductory digital literacy, cyber ethics and systems security.
Memorable moments from the 2022 Diversity Forum
The four-day event sparked learning, conversations and connections. Here’s a recap.
Performers and activists use art to spark change at Pitt’s Diversity Forum 2022
During one of the forum’s dozens of events, art was celebrated as a source of joy, resilience and community.
This Pitt-led program will help underrepresented minorities in science and medicine move into leadership roles
The multi-institutional TRANSFORM program supports mid-career faculty during a pivotal time for growth.
Learn to fight inequity at this year’s Diversity Forum
The University’s signature inclusion event features 65 free sessions that will help participants learn, heal and grow. Here’s a preview of the workshops, performances and art.
She's the first winner of a new scholarship to support LGBTQ+ medical students
Elyse Mark, student coordinator for Pitt’s Medical Student Pride Alliance, received the inaugural Dena Hofkosh Award.
Here’s what Pitt is doing to spend more money with diverse businesses
Meet Jennifer Barnes, Pitt’s supplier diversity and sustainability coordinator who’s helping Pennsylvania businesses thrive at Pitt.
5 Juneteenth events to check out this weekend
From music to markets, here’s how to observe the holiday in Pittsburgh.
This mother-daughter artistic duo wants to diversify Oakland’s business district
Christine and Brigette Bethea of Argyle Studio and ULEADx are pairing with Pitt people to give artists and leaders a leg up in Pittsburgh.
This Pitt theater professor is bringing more voices to the stage
Bria Walker’s recent production of “Emilia” featured three women of color playing the main role. It’s the latest example of her work to tell more people’s stories onstage.
Targeted outreach is bringing more students from rural Pennsylvania to Pitt
The pioneering efforts, including hiring a new rural recruiter, are boosting geographic diversity at the University of Pittsburgh.
‘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.
