Pitt researchers awarded funding to improve wheelchair mobility

By Emma Wu, Staff Writer • December 3, 2025

Pitt researchers received a grant for a research project intended to revolutionize wheelchair mobility and improve quality of life for individuals with disabilities. 

Students and staff advocate for improved physical and academic accessibility at Pitt

By Ella Pochron, Staff Writer  • October 24, 2025

Within Oakland’s hilly terrain and continuous construction, students and faculty feel a necessity for improving accessibility on campus.

SGB discusses student disability accommodations, addresses Recreation and Wellness Center concerns

By Addison Quinn, Staff Writer • October 1, 2025

Student Government Board discussed issues with disability accommodations and the Recreation and Wellness Center’s equipment accessibility at its weekly meeting Tuesday night at Nordy’s Place.

Students express frustrations obtaining Disability Resources & Services accommodations

By Emma Wu, Staff Writer • March 24, 2025

Pitt students have struggled with obtaining necessary accommodations from Pitt Disability Resources & Services for years. Students share difficulties they’ve had and how they are trying to make the administration hear students’ voices.

Pitt provides ASL interpreting services

By Leanna Chae, Staff Writer • January 11, 2022

Pitt provides students with resources — such as live captioning or ASL interpreting — for a better experience in classrooms and other settings.