Senate Council, EIADAC address recent sexual assaults on or near campus
Increased patrols, surveillance, reporting methods draw praise and backlash.
Innovation Institute makes strides with patents, connection to UPMC Enterprises
As grants and accolades pour in, Facher hopes to encourage move toward commercialization.

Passion for creating connections drives Pitt’s new place-based initiatives czar
Keith Caldwell focuses on moving Hill District CEC, establishing facility in Hazelwood.
Small but enthused group at University Club shares thoughts on chancellor search
City amenities a plus; looming “demographic cliff” and state funding among challenges.
Senate Council shares criteria, challenges for chancellor candidates
Pittsburgh's appeal, shared governance praised; changes in fundraising, enrollment, technology cited as concerns.

New Pharmacy dean relishes balance of classroom, leadership roles
“Simulation” pioneer Seybert excited about philanthropic, engagement opportunities.
Latinx Connect Conference returns with emphasis on academics
The Oct. 27-29 event will showcase research being done on a wide expanse of issues.
Pitt in the making: Departments come and go with the times
You won’t find military science, industrial hygiene or journalism in today’s curriculum.

Fiona Hill — expert on Russia, Putin and Trump — coming to Pitt Nov. 2
Former NSC official testified at first impeachment hearing of former president.
Help available with abortion access for Pitt employees outside Pa.
UPMC Health Plan details national network, but says options limited where procedure is banned.

Annual Pitt Jazz Seminar returns with free, in-person programming
Pianist Dave Burrell to perform and donate archives during week of concerts and workshops.
Orientation sessions planned for unit-level PBC members
The workshops are aimed at strengthening committees under the new budget model.
Here’s the Plan (for Pitt): Pitt Research Concierge Program
The new initiative hopes to enhance productivity and strengthen multidisciplinary efforts.