University News
Pitt rose to No. 17 in the National Academy of Inventors’ national patent ranking
Innovators at the University, which is also ranking No. 26 globally, were issued 107 U.S. utility patents in calendar year 2025.
Pitt commits $5M in new investments to city parks, neighborhood business corridors and public safety
The University’s most recent commitment builds on decades of collaboration and support between the City of Pittsburgh and its premier anchor institution.
Pitt has 2 new Goldwater Scholars
Juniors Alec Sciutto and Katelyn Chen join the ranks of Pitt’s 69 winners of the prestigious award for STEM undergraduates.
Mark Nordenberg to step down from his leadership roles with the Institute of Politics and Dick Thornburgh Forum
The chancellor emeritus, who has long been a driving force behind the wide-ranging civic initiatives, will also serve as the University’s 2026 spring commencement speaker.

