ICYMI: Summer news recap
By Rebecca Johnson, News Editor
August 20, 2020
Here’s a guide to some of the biggest stories at Pitt from over the summer that don’t directly relate to the coronavirus.
Class of 2024 breaks diversity records
By Vaibhav Gupta, Staff Writer
August 18, 2020
According to Molly Swagler, the executive director of enrollment outreach at the Office of Admissions and Financial Aid, the incoming class has one of the most diverse backgrounds in Pitt’s history.
Pitt officials discuss COVID testing, classroom capacities at faculty town hall
By Benjamin Nigrosh, News Editor
July 23, 2020
According to Vice Chancellor and Chief Information Officer Mark Henderson, installation of new classroom technology to assist the [email protected] model began Monday. He said faculty will be able to sign up for times to demo the new technology next week.
Gallagher: Key fall semester dates now in question
By Benjamin Nigrosh, News Editor
July 17, 2020
The news comes as some students, faculty and staff have urged the University to join the growing number of colleges that are moving to online-only classes in the fall, to avoid the risks of bringing students back to campus.
Pitt to give at least one mask to students, employees; establishes testing office
By Ashton Crawley, Senior Staff Writer
July 14, 2020
Students and employees returning to campus this fall will receive a University-branded face covering, Pitt announced Tuesday afternoon.
Pitt launches direct-to-dorm shipping program for fall move-in
By Benjamin Nigrosh, News Editor
July 13, 2020
The University has partnered with UPS to create Ship2Pitt, a direct-to-dorm shipping service which provides students living on campus with five pre-paid shipping labels.
Administrators provide updates on classes, dining, housing
By Benjamin Nigrosh, News Editor
June 18, 2020
Through [email protected], students will be able to attend classes at least once a week in person, remotely through livestreams or watching recordings after the fact.