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Pitt has two new Goldwater Scholars

The prestigious scholarship is awarded to sophomores and juniors who plan to pursue research careers in the sciences and engineering fields.

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Joseph J. McCarthy named Pitt’s provost and senior vice chancellor

He’s served the University for more than 25 years as both an award-winning faculty member and transformative leader.

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Hillandale Farms family donates $25 million to launch Pitt’s Orland Bethel Family Musculoskeletal Research Center

The transformative gift — for which the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine will make an equivalent co-investment — will support labs, fellows, research and clinical work to push orthopaedic treatments forward.

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3 Pitt alumni competed at Indianapolis Motor Speedway

Three Pitt alumni were among those competing for a checkered flag at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in August as the country’s top auto racing bodies, IndyCar and NASCAR, held two separate races over the annual, eardrum-rattling Brickyard Weekend.

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Documenting life in a war zone

Pitt economist Tymofiy Mylovanov has been documenting daily life during the war in Ukraine. Read what he has to say about the conflict and the future.

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A top school for LGBTQIA+ students

Pitt has been recognized for its inclusivity and support of LGBTQIA+ students by Best Colleges in partnership with Campus Pride.

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The Ones to Watch

In an environment where innovation and inspiration are in no short supply, meet the trailblazers.

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Mitch Bell

Mitch Bell

An alum with a knack for assistive tech hacks.
Erin Clark

Erin Clark

This sports fan, radio host and honors student proves you can follow your passions at Pitt.
Brenden Peifer sits in a theater chair

Brenden Peifer

Inspired by August Wilson, he’s teaching the next generation of performers.
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Meghna Hingorani

Everybody’s bestie thrives in business and dreams of Bollywood.
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Benjamin Davies

A urologist and mentor who’s closing equity gaps in health care.
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Nicholas Johnbosco

A guide to campus buildings and uncomfortable conversations.
LauraEllen Ashcraft

LauraEllen Ashcraft

Building bridges to connect people and research.
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Ryan Steinly

A Frederick Honors College student fluent in language and justice.
Anaya Joynes in a red Delta Signa Theta shirt

Anaya Joynes

A Pitt engineering student who leads by example.
Isabel Lam in a white shirt and black leather jacket

Isabel Lam

A change-maker who landed a red carpet role.
Asher Hancock smiling in plaid shirt with arms folded

Asher Hancock

This engineer wants to put autonomous vehicles in the sky.
Brianna Ross sits wearing a black shirt that reads Black teachers matter

Brianna Ross

A Maryland Teacher of the Year who leads with love.
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Mia Achitoov

A future doctor who values elders and offers comfort in the hospital and beyond.
Jim Withers in a leather jacket holding a bag

Jim Withers

His Street Medicine Institute provides “street rounds” and social services to people who live outdoors.
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Lillian Chong

This creative chemist helped crack a COVID-19 mystery.
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Olivia Miller

A gymnast using the power of positivity.
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Richard Su Fang

The U.S. Presidential Scholar is already exploring research opportunities and taking on leadership roles.
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Danielle Obisie-Orlu

The Allegheny County Youth Poet Laureate with a 30-year plan.
Catherine Cavanaugh wearing grey Pitt shirt

Catherine Cavanaugh

This nationally lauded scholar is helping Spanish speakers learn complex science.
Toya Jones in a burgundy top

Toya Jones

Studying trauma and its impact.
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Reinvention never stops

Schenley Quadrangle
Schenley Quad

Schenley Quadrangle contains five of Pitt’s 14 residence halls.

Schenley Fountain
Schenley Park

Schenley Park, with 456 acres of trails, woods and attractions, is a quick walk or bike ride from the Pittsburgh campus.

Cathedral of Learning
Cathedral of Learning

The 42-story Cathedral of Learning (“Cathy” to many students) stands at the heart of the Pittsburgh campus.

Heinz Field
Acrisure Stadium

Acrisure Stadium is home to Pitt Panthers football.

The Allegheny River
The Allegheny River

Pittsburgh is home to 440-plus bridges—more than any other city, even Venice—and three rivers.

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Panther Statue

Students rub the nose of the Pitt Panther statue on campus for good luck on exams.