New deans, new digs and new eats greet faculty, staff and students
Some changes on the Oakland campus are more visible than others as the new term starts. Read more »
State Department official named Pitt’s chief financial officer
Hari Sastry will oversee all financial resources for the University in senior vice chancellor position. Read more »
New Pitt Engineering dean focuses on building bridges, improving community
Jimmy Martin says he came to Pitt because he thought he could make a difference. Read more »
Law dean plans to promote inclusivity as one of her top priorities
Wildermuth came to Pitt from University of Utah, and formerly served as law clerk to Supreme Court Justice Stevens. Read more »
School of Social Work’s reputation appealed to new dean
Farmer says her background in child welfare fits with Pitt's program. Read more »
Welcome to the new University Times
New features will join well-like regular columns and some returning favorites. Read more »
Presentation on faculty union relates problems confronting adjuncts and contract workers
Low pay and lack of job security key issues, along with gender equity. Read more »
Provost tells new faculty orientation that she’s not sure unionization ‘makes sense’
Ann E. Cudd encourages crowd to do 'impactful research' and find time to mentor students. Read more »
New SHRS chair offers tips for protecting your voice at Pitt vs. Penn State game
The new chair of the Department of Communication Science and Disorders came to Pitt from Vanderbilt. Read more »
Innovation Institute ready for another big year, as new director takes helm
Evan Facher, who served as interim for a year, hopes to bring in more people and ideas. Read more »
‘Mayor of Oakland,’ long-time Pitt officer, retiring
On Sept. 15, Tony DiPaolo will say goodbye to the Pitt Police after 37 years on the job. Read more »
For Pitt Dining, sustainability is about a lot more than removing plastic straws
Reusable containers are the primary focus for limiting single-use disposables. Read more »
Research Committee updates Faculty Assembly on IP policy adjustments
Changes to Bayh-Dole Act required University to move quickly, but some object to the changes. Read more »
Publishing Clearinghouse: Check here for new books, journals and more, along with book talks on campus
Hillman Library’s new fourth floor opens with more study space and focus on creation of knowledge
The next phase of construction on the third floor is set to begin in February 2019. Read more »
Be Fit Pitt program offering shorter classes, longer hours
Half-hour long classes are a better fit for many people. Read more »
Find out everything going on at Pitt with new universal calendar
Libraries practice collection protection for rare books
Carnegie Library theft case prompted Pitt facilities to evaluate their security. Read more »
It’s been a summer of big changes at Pitt–Bradford
Six long-time faculty and staff members retiring after 230 years of combined service to UPB. Read more »
ICYMI: During the past two months, Pitt made a few big announcements
5000 Baum Blvd. development, Titusville funding and Sharon Smith retiring. Read more »
Also in This Issue:
Oracle Cloud transition to replace Prism, other services to be completed by 2020
Db-SERC awards help faculty transform their classrooms
Financial consultations not just for retirement
Engineering school wall honors notable patent holders with Pitt ties
Chronicle of Higher Education releases annual Almanac
SENATE MATTERS: Shared governance needs participation
Computing school honors late professor with EngagePitt campaign
TEACHING AT PITT: Integrating Top Hat and Collaborate in your teaching
Gates Foundation grant to fund Institute for Learning, Center for Urban Education project in Dallas
LIBRARY INSIDER: Take advantage of library instruction services
ALSO OF NOTE — Short takes on faculty and staff accomplishments