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An R.K. Mellon Foundation award will help Pitt train Pennsylvania workers in responsible data science
The Office of the Provost initiative will use the funding to build online programs to ensure the region’s workers are job-ready.
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'Dreams Deferred' memoir chronicles a path from poverty to social impact
Brandolon Barnett writes about “recession, struggle and the quest for a better world.” And, more books by Pitt alumni, out now.
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Pitt BioForge appointed its inaugural CEO
Ken Gabriel will lead the Hazelwood Green facility and serve as director of Pitt’s Advanced Biomanufacturing Institute.
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How Pitt’s Small Business Development Center supports Spanish-speaking entrepreneurs
Pittsburgh’s Hispanic population is small but growing. Brent Rondon saw that they needed support.
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Cómo el Centro de Desarrollo de Empresas, SBDC por sus siglas en Inglés, ayudan a los emprendedores que hablan Español
La población hispana de Pittsburgh es pequeña pero está creciendo. Brent Rondón se dio cuenta que ellos necesitaban ayuda.
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Hari Sastry is stepping down as Pitt’s chief financial officer
He’s headed to Georgetown University after a five-year stint at Pitt that included record research funding, increased transparency in the budget process and a focus on diverse supplier initiatives.
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This CGS alumna helped bring honor to nontraditional students
The 50th anniversary exhibit of honor society recalls outreach to part-time and nontraditional students.
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A Pitt Law alumnus is speaking out to inspire companies to achieve the unthinkable
A chance encounter taught Ron Mitchell the value of his voice, which is now a bright light for businesses large and small.
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How Jesse Horst is connecting students to the history and heartbeat of Havana
In part thanks to relationships he built in Cuba’s capital as a Pitt graduate student, this alumnus has created a competitive and immersive study abroad experience.
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University of Pittsburgh Police Department Chief James Loftus retires
Loftus steps down after more than 10 years of service to Pitt. Deputy Chief Holly Lamb will be promoted to chief of police.
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Winter Commencement 2024 in photos
See the gallery celebrating nearly 700 Pitt graduates who crossed the stage on Dec. 17.
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This Central Oakland house is actually an innovative lab for aging in place
Pitt’s Healthy Home Lab aims to create new ways for a growing population of older adults to better their health and retain mobility and independence at home.
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Why do people have wisdom teeth?
The answer has a lot to do with the distant past — and a bit about the present day, too.
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Meet Pitt’s United Way campaign manager
Two-time breast cancer survivor Kelly Gilliam views the University’s campaign as an extension of her life’s mission to make a difference.
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The Office of the National Cyber Director visited Pitt to discuss workforce development
Government, academic and foundation leaders convened to share ways to grow and diversify the region’s cybersecurity workforce.
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This year’s Christmas Day at Pitt will be the biggest yet
Volunteers will serve holiday meals throughout Pittsburgh and distribute winter accessories and free gifts for kids.
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Here’s who will deliver the address at Pitt’s first University-wide Winter Commencement ceremony
Civic education advocate Rajiv Vinnakota will offer remarks to students who have earned their degrees since May.
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Pitt’s Panthers Forward debt-relief program welcomed 150 seniors to its Class of 2024
The first-of-its-kind program has offset $3.75 million in federal loans since 2019, helping 750 students address their debt.
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How to stay mindful in the face of seasonal stress
Whether you’re dealing with finals or holiday chaos, follow this advice from Pitt Psychology Research Assistant Professor Emily Lindsay.
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Pitt is making data science accessible worldwide with a new online master’s degree
The School of Computing and Information is partnering with Coursera to launch the flexible curriculum in May 2024.