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How a Twitter thread became a letter in Nature
Last year, a provocative paper overturned established wisdom about “silent” genetic mutations. Pitt's Craig Kaplan and a group of biologist colleagues weren’t convinced.
Pitt’s Equestrian Club brings a little country to the city
Riders credit the organization with providing a haven and community connections.
Where you come from matters when it comes to college
Darris R. Means has spent his career studying and addressing how racial, spatial and class inequities shape higher ed access and success. He’s changing how Pitt thinks about recruitment, too.
4 incoming Pitt students are 2023 Stamps scholars
The scholarship supports Pennsylvania students who demonstrate leadership and service to their communities.
Construction and renovation begins at the New Granada Theater
The historic building will be the future home of the Hill District Community Engagement Center.
An award-winning Pitt resource helps teachers and students understand Taiwan
The Centering Taiwan in Global Asia project provides lesson plans and other resources on the island’s rich history.
Western Pa. is set to 'level up' its quantum capabilities with an $11.6 million investment from Pitt
The funding will establish the Western Pennsylvania Quantum Information Core, a cross-disciplinary effort that will position Pitt and its partners at the forefront of the field.
Regional campuses name new vice president and dean of academic affairs
Jeffrey Johnson will begin his duties at Pitt’s Bradford and Titusville campuses July 1.
How to mark Memorial Day weekend in Pittsburgh
Head to the Soldiers and Sailors annual celebration near campus, or visit these local memorials to honor the day.
Introducing the new director of the Hill District Community Engagement Center
Kelly Protho began her new role in the neighborhood she’s long loved on March 17.
16 resources for Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
Celebrate Asian pop culture, join an Asian interest sorority and fight for civil rights with these Pitt and Pittsburgh-based groups.
Pitt professors bring hands-on scientific research into Pittsburgh Public Schools
The EvolvingSTEM program gives high school classrooms the tools to deliver lab-ready lessons to kids. Key Pitt suppliers pitched in to help, too.
A new peregrine falcon moved into the Cathedral of Learning
Carla, a 3-year-old female falcon, has moved into the nest after a tough season for the previous resident female.
NFL Hall of Famer Jerome Bettis pledges donation to Pitt’s new National Sports Brain Bank
The long-term study will help researchers better understand head trauma in former athletes of all levels.
How to live more creatively, according to a Pitt poet
In her poems and the classroom, Diana Khoi Nguyen explores hard stuff and healing by simply paying attention.
Meet Pitt’s first Berlin Prize recipient
Michael Meyer, a professor in the Writing Program, will present his studies on Taiwanese history to German audiences.
5 takeaways from Pitt’s latest compensation modernization event
As the next phase of the project approaches, leaders from Office of Human Resources shared updates on what happens next. Here’s what you need to know.
What’s new in campus construction at Pitt
From a sprawling wellness center to cutting-edge classrooms, recent and upcoming upgrades on Pitt campuses are all part of a larger plan to improve the student experience.
Why everyone at Pitt should care about the state budget
State funding provides more than $16,000 annually in direct support for Pennsylvania students at Pitt, but it’s not guaranteed. Here’s how you can help.
Pitt’s latest Newman Civic Fellow is using data to fight food insecurity
Pitt Pantry volunteer and statistics grad Yunge Xiao is headed to Harvard to transform nutrition and well-being in communities.
