Professor repurposes computers to help college students in Madagascar
Steve Dytman witnessed a severe shortage in physics classes at University of Antananarivo. Read more »
Bargaining unit size still in dispute for faculty union
Pitt, USW officials disagree on about 800 names during yet another PLRB hearing. Read more »
Teaching heroes: Religious studies lecturer hopes to break down stereotypes
Brock Bahler wants students to “see how what we’re reading applies to what is happening in our world.” Read more »
10 honored with Chancellor’s Staff Awards
Categories range from student impact to early career achievement. Recipients receive $2,500 prize. Read more »
Pitt joins other universities in supporting global engagement
U.S. government has been pressuring schools to take a closer look at foreign researchers. Read more »
3,800 students + 7,500 cups of coffee = Arrival Survival
Volunteers getting ready for week of move-in activities starting Aug. 19. Read more »
Report says investments tied to sustainability goals could benefit University
Committee worked for more than a year on the socially responsible investment findings. Read more »
If you were leading a Pitt tour, what would you include?
Send us your thoughts and photos to share with University newcomers. Read more »
85 faculty members will road test Canvas this fall
The Blackboard replacement is slated to go live to all instructors in summer 2020. Read more »
DeJong’s move to HR came as a surprise to everyone, even him
Executive vice provost will lead Human Resources at least until a national search is conducted. Read more »
Digital accessibility can start with small steps
Pitt’s coordinator outlines a few easy changes we all can make at Staff Council seminar. Read more »
Pitt listed at 140th in QS World University Rankings
MIT, Stanford, Harvard top the annual survey of 1,000 universities. Read more »
GSPIA dean to step down in 2020 after 12 years
John Keeler helped launch the University’s Washington Center, Center for Disaster Management, Shale Gas Governance Center and more. Read more »
As he prepares to retire, Larry Davis reflects on race and center he founded
"I will remain forever grateful for the University's support of a Center which straight forwardly addresses race." Read more »
Chancellor’s salary below many comparable schools
The Chronicle of Higher Education report ranks Gallagher’s compensation at 84th. Read more »
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Tell us what’s new for 2019-20 school year
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Pitt Police plan National Night Out event
Healthy Lifestyle Institute accepting applications for pilot program grants