events spotlight

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10 Oct
Mindset Matters On The Go Mini Series with Wellness for Life
“Your day is pretty much formed by how you spend your first hour. Check your thoughts, attitude, and heart.” - John Tesh We often think that we need a vacation or large...

October 10, 2025
8:30am to 8:50am

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10 Oct
Storytelling with Data: Infographic Design for Beginners (Hybrid)
This workshop will introduce participants to resources and strategies for creating infographics that combine visual and narrative elements with data visualizations, sometimes...

October 10, 2025
12:00pm to 1:30pm

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13 Oct
Making Connections (C4C x UCC)
Come down to the Center for Creativity Workshop and explore, create, and connect with others, including a University Counseling Center counselor and maker. Grab your latest...

October 13, 2025
1:00pm to 2:00pm

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14 Oct
Fall 2025 Flu Shot Clinics
2025 Pittsburgh Campus Flu Clinics The Hub: William Pitt Union: September 8th 10:00 AM- 2:00 PMSeptember 11th 10:00 AM-2:00 PM Salk Hall: October 1st 9:00 AM- 3:00...

October 14, 2025
11:00am to 2:00pm

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14 Oct
October Lunch & Learn: Stress Less, Live More
Join us for the “Stress Less, Live More” presentation, which will help you understand the impacts of stress and provide a practical approach to improving your health and...

October 14, 2025
11:00am to 12:00pm

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14 Oct
Bioengineering PhD Open House
Join our Associate Chair for Graduate Education Dr. Kurt Beschorner for more information on our PhD program! Attendees are eligible for fee waivers. Register here to receive...

October 14, 2025
12:00pm to 1:00pm

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14 Oct
Care Talk: Disability & Neurodiversity - Balancing Full Family Needs
Explore why families feel unsatisfied, how to overcome those issues, and create a plan to improve satisfaction. Learn about managing energy, assessing decisions, setting...

October 14, 2025
1:00pm to 2:00pm

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14 Oct
Adobe Study Group
Whether you're a researcher, student, or artist, the Adobe Study Group is your dedicated time to work on projects in a supportive environment. Join us to connect with fellow...

October 14, 2025
4:00pm to 6:00pm

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15 Oct
Wellness Wednesday – Student Office of Sustainability
Learn about the intersection of sustainability and wellness. Join the Student Office of Sustainability for their monthly Wellness Wednesday, and enjoy crafts, snacks, and more!

October 15, 2025
9:00am to 5:00pm

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15 Oct
MyHealth: Sleep Well, Be Well Group Class
The MyHealth Sleep Well, Be Well program can help you discover your best recipe for good sleep. To get started, you’ll choose 1 of 7 nighttime habits and set a goal to change...

October 15, 2025
12:00pm to 1:00pm

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15 Oct
MyHealth Stress on the Go: Progressive Muscle Relaxation
Many times, we tend to hold stress in our muscles. This is when we notice our shoulders are nearly touching our ears by the time we leave work. Progressive muscle relaxation...

October 15, 2025
12:30pm to 1:00pm

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15 Oct
Care Talk: Aging & Adult Care - The Cost of Care Financial and Legal Preparation
For National Financial Planning and Long-Term Care Planning Month learn to organize key documents, execute/update legal papers, find an elder law attorney, grasp care costs...

October 15, 2025
1:00pm to 2:00pm

3d Scanning
15 Oct
From Physical to Digital: An Introduction to 3D Scanning
Have you ever wanted to turn a real-world object into a detailed digital model? 3D scanning is a powerful technology that makes it possible, and it’s your first step into the...

October 15, 2025
4:00pm to 5:30pm

Zotero
16 Oct
Zotero Basics Workshop (Online)
This online Zotero Workshop will provide an introduction to Zotero including how to build to a Zotero library and use Zotero to create in-text citations and bibliographies....

October 16, 2025
10:00am to 11:00am

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16 Oct
Care Talk: Succeed at Work - Handling and Managing Chaos
Participants will learn how to handle chaos, which is a major source of anxiety. They will examine preconceived notions of chaos and begin the process of welcoming it into...

October 16, 2025
1:00pm to 2:00pm

Scanning a photo
16 Oct
Digitization Drop-in Hour
Are you interested in how 2D or 3D scanning tools might enhance your research or publications? Do you have a personal or academic digitization project you need help...

October 16, 2025
2:00pm to 3:00pm

Image of IE Seminar: Rajan Batta, "Scheduling and Routing with Degradation-Triggered Job Arrivals: An Application to Forest Firefighting with an Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Fleet", 10/16
16 Oct
IE Seminar: Rajan Batta, "Scheduling and Routing with Degradation-Triggered Job Arrivals: An Application to Forest Firefighting with an Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Fleet", 10/16
Abstract: We define an intertwined scheduling and routing problem where new jobs appear due to the degradation of the existing jobs. Specifically, once a job arrives at a...

October 16, 2025
3:30pm to 4:30pm

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16 Oct
Bioengineering Master's Programs Open House
Join the Department of Bioengineering for a virtual open house to learn more about our Master's programs! Hear from Dr. Pratap Khanwilkar, Director of Master's Programs and...

October 16, 2025
6:00pm to 7:00pm

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16 Oct
Open Mic Night
What’s an open mic? It’s a fun, relaxed event where anyone can take the stage, no auditions or experience required. Just sign up for a five-minute slot and share your...

October 16, 2025
7:15pm to 8:30pm

Dr. Vijay John, Tulane University
17 Oct
2025 Gerald D. Holder Distinguished Lecture
Dr. Vijay John, the Leo S. Weil Professor in Engineering at Tulane University's School of Science and Engineering, will present the 2025 Gerald D. Holder Distinguished...

October 17, 2025
9:30am

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17 Oct
Gerald D. Holder Distinguished Lecturer - Dr. Vijay T. John
Dr. Vijay T. John The Leo S. Weil Professor in Engineering School of Science & Engineering Tulane University Host: Dr. Robert M. Enick Targeted Delivery through Self...

October 17, 2025
9:30am to 10:30am

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17 Oct
PhD Final Defense - Matthew Andrew Borrelli
Title: Engineering Controllable Release Delivery Systems to Treat Skeletal and Cardiac Muscle Injury Abstract: Muscle tissue is a critical tissue for health and lifespan...

October 17, 2025
12:00pm to 2:00pm

ArcGIS Pro
17 Oct
Do We Lie with Maps? We Do, and We Have No Choice
All maps inevitably distort reality. They project a complex, three-dimensional world onto a flat, two-dimensional plane. Mapmakers use generalization and symbols to highlight...

October 17, 2025
2:00pm to 3:30pm

historical blueprint of hotel circa late 1800s
17 Oct
Cyanotypes: Blueprint Basics
Step over the threshold and into a world of design as we explore the process behind the iconic "blueprint." For nearly a century, industries used the cyanotype method to...

October 17, 2025
4:00pm to 5:30pm

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17 Oct
Green Games: Women's Soccer vs NC State
Cheer on Pitt Athletics and Sustainability at this fall’s Green Games! Join in and reduce waste by using refillable containers and properly sorting your recycling and compost...

October 17, 2025
7:00pm

Open Access Logo
20 Oct
OA Week Lunch & Learn: What is open access? (Online)
In celebration of Open Access Week, join us online for the first of four Lunch & Learn sessions that will cover various aspects of open access. This session will provide a...

October 20, 2025
12:00pm to 12:30pm

Open Access Logo
21 Oct
OA Week Lunch & Learn: What does generative AI mean for open access? (Online)
In celebration of Open Access Week, join us online for the second of four Lunch & Learn sessions that will cover various aspects of open access. This session will discuss the...

October 21, 2025
12:00pm to 12:30pm

tee shirts and scissors
21 Oct
Rag to Rug
Have some old t-shirts or fabric you’ve been meaning to deal with? Learn how to turn them into a hand-braided rag rug. We'll show you all the steps, from cutting and joining...

October 21, 2025
4:30pm to 6:00pm

Open Access Logo
22 Oct
OA Week Lunch & Learn: Open access publishing in D-Scholarship@Pitt (Online)
In celebration of Open Access Week, join us online for the third of four Lunch & Learn sessions that will cover various aspects of open access. In this session, we will be...

October 22, 2025
12:00pm to 12:30pm

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22 Oct
An individual taking part in webinar
22 Oct
Care Talk - Child Care & Parenting: Working Parents: Achieve Balance
Explore strategies to help parents successfully manage work and family. Learn to develop a work/life plan, improve organization, find quality time with loved ones, get tips...

October 22, 2025
1:00pm to 2:00pm

Zbrush remesher
22 Oct
Digital Sculpting Essentials: An Introduction to ZBrush
A 3D model is just the beginning. To truly bring it to life, you need the tools to refine, reshape, and add creative details. Welcome to ZBrush, the industry-standard software...

October 22, 2025
4:00pm to 5:30pm

Edible garden with berries
23 Oct
Pitt EATS Sustainability Tour
Did you know Pitt's dining halls are Gold-rated Sustainable Pittsburgh Restaurants? Come along for a behind-the-scenes tour to learn all about how Pitt EATS is creating a more...

October 23, 2025
11:00am to 12:00pm

Open Access Logo
23 Oct
OA Week Lunch & Learn: Finding open access publishing venues (Online)
In celebration of Open Access Week, join us online for the last of four Lunch & Learn sessions that will cover various aspects of open access. This session will discuss how to...

October 23, 2025
12:00pm to 12:30pm

Dr. Julie Price
23 Oct
Dr. Julie Price Seminar
Dr. Julie Price Harvard Investigator, Full Prof (M) of Radiology, Mass General Research Institute Professor of Radiology, Harvard Medical School

October 23, 2025
4:00pm

Hillman Tours
24 Oct
Hillman, You've Changed! Open House
After an incredible eight-year transformation, Hillman Library is now a vibrant, modern hub of learning and innovation. Join us for a special alumni exclusive guided tour at...

October 24, 2025
12:00pm to 4:00pm

Image of Swanson School of Engineering Alumni Homecoming Reception
24 Oct
Swanson School of Engineering Alumni Homecoming Reception
Food and fun for all Swanson Alumni!

October 24, 2025
7:00pm to 9:00pm

Image of Green Games: Men's Soccer vs Wake Forest
24 Oct
Green Games: Men's Soccer vs Wake Forest
Cheer on Pitt Athletics and Sustainability at this fall’s Green Games! Join in and reduce waste by using refillable containers and properly sorting your recycling and compost...

October 24, 2025
7:30pm

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26 Oct
Plant2Plate Harvest Festival
Plant2Plate's annual Harvest Festival will happen this October. Stop by for a cozy festive potluck, crafts, and movie night! Questions? Contact plant2plate@gmail.com

October 26, 2025
7:00pm to 10:00pm

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27 Oct
Learning How to Learn to Code: Making Sense of Python Resources, Tools, and Your Own Learning Process
Python is one of the most popular programming languages today—but learning it can feel overwhelming. Tutorials, books, YouTube channels, AI tools, integrated development...

October 27, 2025
12:00pm to 1:30pm

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27 Oct
ETD Workshop Online
Learn how to format your thesis or dissertation using the University’s Microsoft Word template. We’ll also cover converting the finished Word document to PDF and submitting it...

October 27, 2025
1:00pm to 2:00pm

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28 Oct
Care Talk - Your Healthy Lifestyle: Eating Right on the Run and on a Budget
We all make excuses for eating junk or fast food. We’ll review strategies for quick, inexpensive meals that are good choices. Learn the basics of eating healthy within your...

October 28, 2025
1:00pm to 2:00pm

Different types of carbohydrates
29 Oct
MyHealth Nutrition on the Go: Connecting Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates tend to get a bad reputation, but they are an important part of a balanced diet! In this session, we will look at the “good guys” and the “bad guys” and how to...

October 29, 2025
12:30pm to 1:00pm

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29 Oct
SOOS Advocacy and Activism Panel & Networking Event
Meet some of the original student leaders who helped create and run the Student Office of Sustainability. They will be sharing their experience of advocacy and activism while...

October 29, 2025
4:00pm to 6:30pm

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29 Oct
Everybody Has a Secret Face: Queer Horror & Poetry
Horror cuts to the heart of our hidden fears and desires. For decades, queer horror fans have found dark reflections of our lives and experiences in scary movies, from vampire...

October 29, 2025
6:30pm to 8:00pm

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30 Oct
Introduction to Sustainable Health Care
Brought to you by the Sustainability Professional Certificate Program, in this course participants will learn why understanding the environmental impacts of the practice of...

October 30, 2025
10:00am to 12:00pm

Gupta
30 Oct
MEMS Department Graduate Seminar - Dr. Gupta
Dr. Rajeev Gupta Associate Professor North Carolina State University Topic: Towards Sustainable Alloys: Overcoming Corrosion Challenges by Engineering Suitable...

October 30, 2025
11:00am to 12:00pm

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30 Oct
Sustainability Foundations: Balancing the Three Es
Hearing a lot about "sustainability" at Pitt and elsewhere? This workshop provides foundational knowledge of the three dimensions of sustainability: economics, environment,...

October 30, 2025
1:00pm to 4:00pm

Dr. Barbara Shinn-Cunningham
30 Oct
Dr. Barbara Shinn-Cunningham Seminar
Dr. Barbara Shinn-Cunningham Carnegie Mellon University Glen de Vries Dean, Mellon College of Science Professor, Biomedical Engineering

October 30, 2025
4:00pm

Image of Bioengineering Master's Programs Open House
30 Oct
Bioengineering Master's Programs Open House
Join the Department of Bioengineering for a virtual open house to learn more about our Master's programs! Hear from Dr. Pratap Khanwilkar, Director of Master's Programs and...

October 30, 2025
6:00pm to 7:00pm