dean of students Archives

Panzella navigates first year as dean of students

By Jon Moss, Editor-in-Chief • November 1, 2021

For Carla Panzella, listening is key. Pitt’s new dean of students, who has been on the job since Aug. 2, said it’s a crucial part of her job to listen to student concerns and help turn ideas into action.

Pitt administrators talk COVID-19 regulations during first fall town hall

By Allison Radziwon, Staff Writer • September 9, 2021

Top Pitt administrators spoke at a virtual town hall meeting on Wednesday, answering student questions and concerns about COVID-19 regulations for the fall semester and fully in-person classes, which start on Monday.

Carla Panzella named Pitt’s next dean of students

By Natalie Frank, News Editor • July 16, 2021

Carla Panzella will be Pitt’s new dean of students, the University announced Friday morning.

Who’s who: Your guide to the big names at Pitt

By Colm Slevin, Staff Writer • June 27, 2021

It’s virtually impossible to remember everyone’s name at Pitt, let alone all the “important” people. So we’ve got you covered. Here’s a guide to the big names at Pitt that students will hear — and read in The Pitt News — most during the year.

Interviews begin for new dean of students

By Natalie Frank, News Editor • June 9, 2021

Pitt began interviewing finalists for the dean of students position on Monday, officials said. University spokesperson Kevin Zwick said finalist interviews will be held over the course of the next week.

Pitt holds lightly attended forum about dean of students opening

By Colm Slevin, Staff Writer • March 12, 2021

The first of two open forums for Pitt community members to express their thoughts and feedback about the new dean of students opening occurred Wednesday night.

Bonner named to new Student Affairs leadership position

By Rebecca Johnson and Jon Moss • February 12, 2021

Pitt is splitting senior administrator Kenyon Bonner’s role as vice provost and dean of students into two separate jobs, the University announced Friday afternoon.

Alma mater honors Bonner with leadership award

By John Hamilton / Assistant News Editor • March 29, 2017

Washington & Jefferson College honored 1994 grad Kenyon Bonner Tuesday night for the leadership he’s displayed in his 13 years at Pitt. Bonner, Pitt’s vice provost and dean of students, received...