Most of Pitt’s senior leaders will get 4 percent raises
Gabel isn’t eligible for the increase; Supowitz given $25,000 payment for board secretary role.
Faculty union letter calls on administration to set $60K salary floor
University says it remains committed to “back and forth” bargaining process.
Friends, safety advocates gather to mourn pedestrian killed by shuttle bus
UPMC supervisor Emily Watson remembered for her generosity, kindness, strong work ethic.
Senate Council acknowledges pedestrian tragedy, gets Winter Commencement update
Kear praises Heinz Chapel Choir concert, compassion events and discusses weather policy.
Kenyon Bonner reflects on 20 years of connecting with students
Pitt’s vice provost for student affairs will start new position at University of Virginia in January.
Data science master’s degree open to anyone with a bachelor’s in any subject
SCI hopes online program with Coursera will help fill a workforce gap.
Mary Gail Merlina has been a constant as Falk Library has evolved
Over 40 years, she’s moved from card catalogs to computers to a brand new facility.
New LGBTQ committee has support from the ‘top down’
Initial goal is to review current practices, initiatives and recommendations.
Greensburg professor’s memoir an assemblage of how her mind works
Jakiela started writing “They Write Your Name on a Grain of Rice” while awaiting cancer diagnosis.
Faculty Affairs committee looks at path forward with faculty union
With many not in bargaining unit, the Senate panel still says it has an important role.
Pickett was inspired by his mother and several other mentors
The diversity chief says one good piece of advice was to go outside your comfort zone.
To persuade others of your point of view ‘always start with the audience’
Faculty and Staff Development Program looks at “How to Agree and Disagree.”
Pitt looking at space for student programming, including Twentieth Century Club
Pedestrian safety and AED availability continue to be issues for Senate committee.
Education dean search will open to applications soon
Forum gathers input on qualities to look for, including research and financial background.
Mildred Miller Posvar was a powerhouse committed to Pitt
The wife of former chancellor Wesley Posvar was a world renowned opera singer.