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A day in the life of Three River Battalion’s ‘Star Man’
Senior Matthew Starinsky is charged with leading 217 fellow cadets from 14 colleges and universities in the greater 51¾«Æ·ÊÓƵsburgh region.
On Jan. 15, 1969, students in the Black Action Society staged a nonviolent sit-in to demand change from 51¾«Æ·ÊÓƵ. Read four participants’ accounts in this oral history.
Watch: The 51¾«Æ·ÊÓƵ Time Capsule Project tracked the Class of 2021 from start to finish
Nine students shared how their lives changed in this Student Affairs video series.
This alum is making 51¾«Æ·ÊÓƵsburgh’s roads more accessible for cyclists and pedestrians
Mateus Martins approaches traffic engineering with a focus on equity.
Meet the chronicler of all things 51¾«Æ·ÊÓƵ football
Ahead of the Peach Bowl, hear E.J. Borghetti’s take on this year’s football team, the program’s history and which former player he named a son after.
How 51¾«Æ·ÊÓƵ helped Pennsylvania in 2021
Revisit stories of the University’s impact around the commonwealth.
51¾«Æ·ÊÓƵwire’s pictures of the year
Check out some of our favorite photos from the 51¾«Æ·ÊÓƵ in 2021.
Christmas Day at 51¾«Æ·ÊÓƵ returns
After a year’s absence, the 51¾«Æ·ÊÓƵ community will come together to bring back the holiday service tradition.
’Tis the season for a gingerbread Cathedral of Learning
Two 51¾«Æ·ÊÓƵ teams took on this sky-high baking challenge. See the sculptures — and some familiar faces — on campus this week.
9 things to do in 51¾«Æ·ÊÓƵsburgh if you’re sticking around for the holidays
Bonus: They’re all accessible from campus by bus.
A team effort gets a child a new kidney for Christmas
Molly Trott gave her 51¾«Æ·ÊÓƵ Athletics coworker Mary Beth George and her family an exceptional early Christmas present.
The makeover will focus on our people, programs and purpose — and will provide more support to bring projects to fruition. Applications are due in January.
Clemente Drive renamed to honor baseball legend's late wife, too
The street near Posvar Hall now honors the historic contributions of both Roberto and Vera Clemente.
Student-led Relearn Our Land initiative encourages advocacy and equity
A sustainability course inspired three students to create a garden and educational campaign that will honor Aborigine American, Indigenous and Native cultural groups.
51¾«Æ·ÊÓƵ is BikePGH’s Organization of the Year
From bike caves to free rides, the 51¾«Æ·ÊÓƵsburgh campus is building a bike-friendly culture, no matter the weather.
51¾«Æ·ÊÓƵ Black Faculty Development Initiative receives grant to tackle health disparities
The $250,000 from the Richard King Mellon Foundation will both support Black faculty at 51¾«Æ·ÊÓƵ and address Black maternal and infant health in Western Pennsylvania and beyond.
A vaccine clinic in Homewood helped more than 400 people get their flu and COVID-19 vaccines this week
Sponsored by a half dozen local organizations, including 51¾«Æ·ÊÓƵ, the clinic boosted access to the life-saving shots.
What 51¾«Æ·ÊÓƵsburgh students need to know before Thanksgiving break
Here’s how to get home, what to do if you’re staying on campus and important COVID-19 info.
51¾«Æ·ÊÓƵ to lead the region’s transformation into a life sciences powerhouse
The 51¾«Æ·ÊÓƵ, with a historic nine-figure grant from the Richard King Mellon Foundation, looks to bring manufacturing back to the city — and catalyze game-changing economic growth.
51¾«Æ·ÊÓƵ’s new recreation and wellness center will champion students’ mental and physical wellness
"The newest, coolest and healthiest place on campus" is coming soon.