Spotlight on Abi Fapohunda
Dr. Abi Fapohunda is an instructor in the Department of Africana Studies as well as a trained epidemiologist and health educator with a focus on research in health equity, health in the African diaspora, and effectiveness of community-based public health initiatives. Dr.
11 Pitt people were named to the Pittsburgh Business Times’ 30 Under 30 list
Eleven Pitt affiliates have been recognized for their leadership and impact as part of the Pittsburgh Business Times’ 30 Under 30 list. Vidya Surti (A&S ’24), a Global Studies Center alum who completed a Global Health certificate, was among the honorees.
Pitt ASA and ASC Collab for a Student-led Art Exhibition
The Asian American and Pacific Islander Art Exhibit at Pitt’s Global Hub showcased student creativity and personal expression through a mix of physical and digital artworks. Organized by the Asian Studies Center and Asian Student Association, the exhibit served as the closing event for Pitt’s API Heritage Month celebrations.
Pitt rings in Lunar New Year with ‘Beyond the Page’ and Global Hub Event
The University of Pittsburgh celebrated Lunar New Year with a special archival exhibit on East Asian book culture at Hillman Library and a festive community gathering at Posvar Global Hub, featuring food, decorations, and cultural programming.
Descendent of Holocaust survivors speaks to students on Holocaust Remembrance Day
As fewer Holocaust survivors remain alive, Pitt-Greensburg professor Dr. Melissa J. Marks emphasized the importance of remembering and learning from their histories during a special event for Holocaust Remembrance Day.
Six projects awarded for diversity in the curriculum
Among the awardees were Toya Jones, an affiliated faculty member with CAS; Thomas Dyne, affiliated with REEES; and Max Hurwitz, an affiliated faculty member with ASC.
Refugee, then physician to Olympians
In 2020, Mohamed Hagahmed, a Pitt assistant professor of emergency medicine, wrote an opinion piece on using tranexamic acid for traumatic brain injury, never imagining it would lead to a pivotal role with the U.S. Olympic medical team.
4 Pitt students Received Gilman Scholarships
Since enrolling at Pitt, Matt Tang has wanted to study internationally, but he hesitated to apply because of the associated costs. Now a junior in the David C. Frederick Honors College and the College of General Studies, he is traveling to South America to participate in the University’s Public Health Threats in Suriname program with the support of a Benjamin A.
9 projects Earned Funding From the Dietrich Innovation Initiative
Nine projects earned funding through the Dietrich Innovation Initiative (DI2), a new program for faculty and staff in Pitt’s Kenneth P. Dietrich School of Arts and Sciences and College of General Studies.
PolishFest 2024 Celebrates Eastern European Cultures
PolishFest 2024, an annual celebration hosted on Pitt’s campus, took place in the Cathedral Commons on Nov. 10. Although the festival’s name focuses on Poland, its programming encompasses all of the nations nestled within Eastern Europe.
Chancellor’s Awards Honor Staff From Throughout University
On Nov. 6, nine staff members were presented with the 2024 Chancellor’s Staff Awards for their exceptional contributions to the University of Pittsburgh. Chancellor Joan Gabel and James W. Gallaher Jr., vice chancellor for human resources, presented the honorees with certificates at a reception.
Chancellor Joan Gabel Recognized 9 Staff Members With Top Awards
Doreen Hernandez, Associate Director of the Center for Ethnic Studies Research, was recognized by Chancellor Gabel for university engagement. Congratulations, Doreen!
University Engagement
Doreen Hernandez
University Center for International Studies
Pitt Education Welcomes Mamudou Jallow as 2024-25 Fulbright Visiting Scholar
Jallow is acquiring curriculum development techniques to implement in his home country of The Gambia.
Pitt Education is hosting Mamudou Jallow as a visiting scholar under the Fulbright African Research Scholar Program for the 2024-25 academic year.
'A Critical Language': University of Pittsburgh Adds Arabic Major to its Offerings
University of Pittsburgh student Zahra Chittalia dreams of someday working to help refugees — and she knows that being able to communicate with them would make this work much more effective.