Pitt Provost
@PittProvost
The Office of the Provost provides general oversight of academic affairs, including education, faculty, and student life at the University of Pittsburgh.
Our podcast was recently featured in @insidehighered ! From the Office of the Provost showcases exciting University-wide initiatives that support our collective vision for growth and transformation. Listen here: lnkd.in/eGzkxdtQ
Student Success | Colleges Use Podcasts to Reach Students As podcasts have grown in popularity among young people, higher education professionals are getting behind the mike to provide advice and support to current and potential students. bit.ly/4lKIxsF
We are pleased to announce that, effective July 7, Michael Arenth and Bridget Ridge will serve as Interim Co-Executive Directors of the UCTL. Read the full announcement: ow.ly/5jGe50WinUP
On July 15, hear from first-generation and underrepresented undergraduate and graduate students as they share their academic journeys and research experiences. Join us in 2500 Posvar Hall at noon: ow.ly/WgNP50Wf31I
We are pleased to announce that Shannon Wanless has been appointed as director of the University Center for Social and Urban Research, effective July 1, 2025. Read the full announcement: ow.ly/nTu150W18hn
Associate Vice Provost for Data Science Michael Colaresi joined "From the Office of the Provost" to discuss how Pitt is uniquely positioned to lead in the responsible data science space. Listen to the full episode: ow.ly/jYMN50VZvT6
We are pleased to share that Mike Chirdon-Jones has been appointed to lead the Pre-Health Resource Center, effective May 12, 2025. Read the full announcement: ow.ly/emj150VZvOy
We are delighted to announce that Lena Dowdell has been named the director of Pitt’s Educational Outreach Center, effective May 1, 2025. As you may know, Lena has been serving as Associate Director since December 2023. Read the full announcement: ow.ly/vuXj50VORom
Today, we celebrate the incredible achievements of our graduating students. Your hard work and resilience have brought you to this moment. We wish you success in your future endeavors and know that the Pitt community is behind you every step of the way. Congratulations! #H2P
Associate Vice Provost for Inclusive Excellence in Education Belkys Torres joins the podcast to give updates on the General Education Reform Project. Listen to the episode: ow.ly/682L50VM55v
IMPORTANT: Extension of Grade Deadline The Office of the University Registrar recognizes the challenges faced as a result of the storms on Tuesday, April 29. Thus, the deadline for Spring 2025 regular session grades has been extended to 11:59 pm on Sunday, May 4.
We are wishing success for all of our incredible students during final exams! You've worked diligently to get to this moment and now is your time to show how much you've grown. Do your best, but remember to prioritize your well-being. You've got this!
At Data Science Day 2025, SCI students like Devon Smith and Abby Zimmerman presented their research in a unique way, and connect with the @PittTweet community. Read more: sci.pitt.edu/news/students-… @PittCyber @PittProvost @PittDINS @PittCompSci @ISPPitt
The end-of-term teaching survey period concludes on Wednesday, April 23, at 11:59 p.m. Remember to provide words of encouragement to your students to complete their OMETs! 🔗 » teaching.pitt.edu/resources/incr…
Your journey doesn’t end at graduation, it’s just the beginning! 🎓 Whether you're working, studying, or taking time for something new, the Career Center wants to hear where life’s taking you next! Go to pi.tt/gradsurvey25 and complete the short online survey today
Nicola Foote, Dean of @FrederickHonors, joined "From the Office of the Provost" to discuss honors education at Pitt, student success, and the recent expansion to University of Pittsburgh at Greensburg. For the full episode: ow.ly/WIzY50VnGrv
Part of the Year of Discourse and Dialogue’s capstone series of events, faculty are invited to this discussion to identify strategies and practices for cultivating connections that will build and strengthen community and belonging across the University. ow.ly/QXkP50VrRwI
The annual Student Satisfaction Survey seeks to better understand the broad experiences of all Pitt undergraduate students. Take the survey for the chance to win one of ten $100 Vincent cards or two iPad minis: ow.ly/42u250Voox4
Nicola Foote, Dean of the @FrederickHonors College, joins the podcast to discuss honors education at Pitt, student success, and the recent expansion to @PittGreensburg. Listen to the episode: ow.ly/5WBs50VnGru
Undergraduate students, come share your vision for general education reform this Monday: ow.ly/yApG50UZKvw There will be a taco bar and chances to win a Pitt tumbler, knit blanket, $25 gift card, and more!
