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OEDI names new assistant vice chancellor, promotes two more employees into new positions

By Ryleigh Lord, News Editor • September 11, 2023

The Office for Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion named a new assistant vice chancellor and promoted two more employees into new positions in an effort to “advance the unit’s vital University work.”

‘Vulnerability is not something to run from’: Students contemplate sexual wellness, intimacy through Circle Up conversations

By Anna Kuntz, Staff Writer • April 14, 2023

For Dev Hayostek, the opportunity to forward conversations about sexual agency is something they do not take for granted. Hayostek is an employee at Circle Up, a program that aims to generate discussion about sexual agency through guided conversations in welcoming environments.

‘A chance to build unity’: Pitt to host special graduation for students of color

By Khushi Rai, Senior Staff Writer • April 12, 2023

The Gathering, a special graduation for students of color, will be held in the William Pitt Union Assembly Room on April 29 from 7-10 p.m. The event is meant to empower, embrace and engage students of color and their families.

Pitt honors ‘heroes of Black resistance’ at Black History Month celebration

By Alexandra Ross, Assistant News Editor • February 24, 2023

Pitt hosted “A Night of Celebration: Honoring Local Heroes of Black Resistance” on Wednesday evening to honor six Pittsburghers who have championed equality, inclusion and anti-racism initiatives in the city.

‘Getting things right’: Clyde Wilson Pickett reflects on past year

By Elizabeth Primrose, Staff Writer • January 19, 2022

After joining Pitt’s Office for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in 2020, Clyde Wilson Pickett said he looked forward to supporting the Pittsburgh community as part of his work as vice chancellor and the office’s leader.