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On the Pitch in Qatar

Pitt alumna Katy Nesbitt is the first American woman to officiate at a men's World Cup.

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From Pitt to Hollywood

Alumna and STARZ comedy writer Kelechi Urama gives advice on how to find success in Los Angeles.

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We Are With the Band

After more than 110 years, Pitt's Varsity Marching Band is still raising spirits and revving up crowds.

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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.

Benjamin Davies

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

Lillian Chong

This creative chemist helped crack a COVID-19 mystery.

Asher Hancock

This engineer wants to put autonomous vehicles in the sky.

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Olivia Miller

A gymnast using the power of positivity.

Danielle Obisie-Orlu

The Allegheny County Youth Poet Laureate with a 30-year plan.

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Richard Su Fang

The U.S. Presidential Scholar and first-year Pitt student is already exploring research opportunities and taking on leadership roles.

Jim Withers

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

Ashley Priore

A rising senior, political strategist and top chess player who’s making bold moves.

Toya Jones

Studying trauma and its impact.

Tre Tipton

This wide receiver and social work graduate student’s journey has taken him from despair to LOVE—living out victoriously every day.

Catherine Cavanaugh

This nationally lauded scholar is helping Spanish speakers learn complex science.

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Reinvention never stops

Schenley Quad

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

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

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

Heinz Field

Heinz Field is home to Pitt Panthers football.

The Allegheny River

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

Panther Statue

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

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