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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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Coming Together for Pitt Day of Giving

More than 9,400 alumni and donors raised $2.4 million during this year's Pitt Day of Giving.

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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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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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A portrait of Johnbosco

Nicholas Johnbosco

A guide to campus buildings and uncomfortable conversations.
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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Benjamin Davies

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

A future doctor who values elders and offers comfort in the hospital and beyond.
Asher Hancock smiling in plaid shirt with arms folded

Asher Hancock

This engineer wants to put autonomous vehicles in the sky.
Chong looking confidently at the lens

Lillian Chong

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

A gymnast using the power of positivity.
Danielle Obisie-Orlu smiling with black dress

Danielle Obisie-Orlu

The Allegheny County Youth Poet Laureate with a 30-year plan.
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.
Richard Fang wearing blue Pitt hat and sweater

Richard Su Fang

The U.S. Presidential Scholar is already exploring research opportunities and taking on leadership roles.
Tre Tipton in his football uniform

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 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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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.

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Acrisure Stadium

Acrisure Stadium is home to Pitt Panthers football.

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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.