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Your questions about doing research at Pitt, answered

The new Pitt Research Navigator is designed to connect Pitt researchers to resources with personalized customer service on grants, data management and more.

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Panthers Forward — and Pitt — changed this senior’s life

First-generation scholar Hosea Wah said the debt-relief and mentoring program instilled professional and financial confidence as he gets ready to launch his career.

  • University News
  • Community Impact
  • Undergraduate students
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She’s Pitt’s first-ever recipient of a Paul and Daisy Soros Fellowship for New Americans

Anna Li will receive $90,000 over two years as she completes her MD/PhD. If that wasn’t enough, she’s an inventor tackling health disparities as well.

  • Health and Wellness
  • Innovation and Research
  • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
  • Graduate and professional students
  • David C. Frederick Honors College
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Pitt graduate programs retain high U.S. News and World Report rankings

Programs in public health, education, engineering and more saw jumps in the 2024 rankings.

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Oldest living U.S. Olympic medalist, Herb Douglas, a University of Pittsburgh alumnus, has died at 101

The track and field legend was a storied businessman and philanthropist.

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  • Athletics
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A guest’s guide to commencement at the University of Pittsburgh

Everything you need to know about parking, pictures, accessibility and more for your time on the Pittsburgh campus.

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  • Pittsburgh Campus
  • Commencement
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Rachel Decker Richelieu named Pitt’s vice chancellor for University Communications and Marketing

Richelieu brings decades of experience from her work in the public sector, aerospace and defense, and technology.

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  • Staff
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Graduating Pittsburgh Public Scholars want to help the city and beyond

The Pitt program guarantees admission and financial assistance for Pittsburgh Public Schools’ valedictorians and salutatorians. Here’s how two hope to change the world.

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  • Commencement 2023
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The Pitt Success program supported more than 1,000 students in the Class of 2023

Since launching in 2019, the initiative has helped Pell Grant recipients fund — and stay in — college.

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  • Students
  • Kenneth P. Dietrich School of Arts and Sciences
  • School of Education
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Pitt published an update on endowment investing related to ESG factors

The report is part of the University’s commitment to providing clarity on decisions regarding environmental, social and governance principles.

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9 tips for better sleep, from the people who keep Pitt athletes well rested

Whether you’re a volleyball star or prepping for finals, here’s what you can do to boost your performance with rest.

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Pitt Police Chief James Loftus answers campus safety questions after malicious calls

At a Tuesday press conference, Loftus explained how the night unfolded and pledged a renewed focus on the office’s communication with campus.

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  • Pittsburgh Campus
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Meet Pitt’s newest Goldwater scholar

Grace Fleury fell in love with one of the most notorious fields in STEM — organic chemistry — and now she has received one of the most prestigious awards for students.

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  • Technology & Science
  • Undergraduate students
  • David C. Frederick Honors College
  • Kenneth P. Dietrich School of Arts and Sciences
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Pittsburgh universities join forces to raise awareness of sexual assault

Five universities, including Pitt, will come together April 16 to show solidarity and support for victims.

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  • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
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  • Pittsburgh Campus
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Pitt’s Adam Lowenstein is a 2023 Guggenheim Fellow

The professor in the Kenneth P. Dietrich School of Arts and Sciences is known for his research on horror films and helping to bring George A. Romero’s archives to Pitt.

  • Arts and Humanities
  • Innovation and Research
  • Faculty
  • Kenneth P. Dietrich School of Arts and Sciences
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Pitt’s 2023 honorary degree recipients

Victor Dzau, president of the National Academy of Medicine, Chris Elias, leader of global development for the Gates Foundation, and referee and alumna Katy Nesbitt will be recognized.

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  • Commencement 2023
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Find out who’s speaking at Pitt’s graduate school commencement ceremonies

Hear from Pitt alumni who are leading the fields of ethics, environmental advocacy, educator rights and more.

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  • Graduate and professional students
  • Commencement 2023
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Katy Nesbitt is Pitt’s 2023 undergraduate commencement speaker

The alum and first American woman to referee at the World Cup will deliver remarks to graduating students and their families at the April 30 event.

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  • Commencement 2023
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The Pitt Farmers Market is back

Head to the William Pitt Union Plaza on April 6, 13 or 20 for baked goods, BBQ and more.

  • University News
  • Sustainability
  • Pittsburgh Campus
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Joan T.A. Gabel named 19th University of Pittsburgh chancellor

The Pitt Board of Trustees on Monday elected Gabel to succeed Patrick Gallagher.

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