Gabel says Pitt tracking new orders from Trump administration
It’s too soon to know what the impact will be; DEI work is one of the main targets.
Staff union negotiations gearing up; USW optimistic about process
Interim agreement reached on previously planned promotions and raises.
Chancellor updates Senate Council on preparations for budget season
Blee named antisemitism working group co-chair; University Senate elections coming up.
New web-based tool designed to connect Pitt research faculty with collaborators, projects
Three years in the making, Research Discovery Tool meant to streamline data-search process.
Faculty Assembly updated on pedestrian safety discussions
Members elected to UCIS search committee; policy decommissioning explained.
HR reorganizes, renames Shared Service to improve customer support
The office also is offering a new webinar series on benefits available to employees.
Highmark renews offer to contribute to city, with caveat
Other large nonprofits— Pitt, UPMC and CMU — would have to agree to participate proportionally.
Collaborative series to share insights about neurodiversity in the classroom
Pitt, CMU faculty craft virtual seminar that explores teaching, supporting neuroinclusivity.
Physics department not happy with plan for 343 Alumni Hall
Senate committee also hears update on safety actions taken after hoax shooting incidents in 2023.
Surveys, advisory groups inform Pitt’s new five-year contract with Anthony Travel
More agents, streamlined systems, software updates address travelers’ concerns, requests.
GenEd Task Force heading into Phase 2 this year
Belkys Torres seeks input on shared governance, outcomes and rubrics.
Event next week kicks off Black History Month celebrations
Nominations open for K. Leroy Irvis celebration awards at month’s end.
Annual research report’s numbers illustrate Pitt’s impact
The stories show the wide range of collaborative work going on throughout the University.