New custodial services manager wants to make good first impressions
Ernest Robinson came to Pitt four months ago after years of experience in health care management. Read more »
Pitt updates rules to comply with National Science Foundation crackdown on harassment
Policy tweak requires all complaints against primary investigators or co-PIs go through Office of Diversity & Inclusion. Read more »
Pitt leaders speak out on Tree of Life tragedy
'One of the best ways we can step forward is to be kind and spread the kindness that helps define our city, despite this tragedy. We will rise up with kindness to one another.' Read more »
Faculty Assembly takes moment of silence for Tree of Life victims
Monthly meeting also includes presentation by Provost Ann Cudd on her planned initiatives. Read more »
Are student evaluations the best measure of teacher effectiveness?
Provost and Educational Policies Committee to look at possible changes, particularly how the forms relate to promotions. Read more »
Week of activities planned leading up to Veterans Day
Military Community Appreciation Breakfast to host two Medal of Honor recipients. Read more »
IMPACT seeks to build networks for faculty of color
New program links up early-career professors with more senior faculty for mentoring. Read more »
Personalized education taking many paths at Pitt
Pitt Commons will help students find mentors, and seed projects are finding better ways to connect people. Read more »
Faculty can make adjustments to help students facing financial challenges
FSDP course gives tips on spotting and helping those who are struggling. Read more »
Celebrate ‘Birds of America’ at ULS’s Audubon Day on Nov. 5
The eighth annual event will feature live birds from the National Aviary and talks by Audubon experts. Read more »
Smoke-free campus proposal getting some pushback
Health benefits vs. individual rights at core of debate over policy to ban all tobacco on University-owned property. Read more »
Earn points and prizes from Be Fit Pitt for staying active over the holidays
The 'Creating a Streak' program encourages faculty and staff to take care of themselves. Read more »
Pitt Day of Caring brings faculty and staff out into the community
The annual event matches employees up with projects throughout the area. Read more »
Town hall meeting addresses how a union would impact the Pitt community
Administration officials send regrets and say unionization is a 'faculty matter.' Read more »
Pitt Worx getting ready to roll out as University’s new hiring website
The transition will cause PittSource to suspend job postings and offers briefly in early December. Read more »
Forbes Street Market opens in spot next to William Pitt Union
The store offers fresh soups, deli and produce, along with a variety of other goods. Read more »
Also in this issue:
SENATE MATTERS: Tragedy and Triumph
LIBRARY INSIDER: Join upcoming Wikipedia Edit-a-Thon on women’s health
TEACHING AT PITT: Diversity practices for teaching online
Publishing Clearinghouse for Nov. 1: Check here for new book, journals and more
Two MedReturn boxes on campus provide way to get rid of unused drugs
Db-SERC program honors 13 faculty members for leadership work
School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences takes home awards
Chinese Room dinner raising funds for undergraduate, graduate scholarships
Pharmacy school collaborates with DEA on opioid report for Pennsylvania