Events Spotlight

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29 Jul
CampBioE 2.0
Hosted annually by the Department of Bioengineering since 2007, CampBioE 2.0 inspires the next generation of scientific and medical professionals by fostering sustained...

July 29, 2026
9:00am to 4:00pm

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29 Jul
Retirement Readiness - Session #7 : Protecting What You've Built: Estate Planning & Legal Essentials
Estate planning is one of the most important steps you can take to protect yourself and the people you love. Join us for this comprehensive session led by guest speaker...

July 29, 2026
12:00pm to 1:00pm

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29 Jul
Cozy Collage: Cut, Paste, & Unwind
Need a creative break during the dog days of summer? Join us for a relaxed, informal collage workshop open to Pitt students, faculty, and staff alike. We’ll provide a wide...

July 29, 2026
3:30pm to 5:00pm

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03 Aug
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...

August 03, 2026
10:00am to 11:00am

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04 Aug
How to Grow Your Green Lab: An Introduction to Pitt's Green Lab Program
Did you know Pitt has over 50 designated Green Labs? Green Labs are groups of Pitt employees just like you who have adopted sustainable habits in their lab operations, from...

August 04, 2026
12:00pm to 1:00pm

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06 Aug
Live long and prosper: Your guide to understanding longevity (By TIAA)
Longevity is a gift. But as life-prolonging medical advancements proliferate, how can you improve not just the length of your life, but also the extent of your health and wealth?

August 06, 2026
12:00pm to 12:30pm

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11 Aug
How to Grow Your Green Office: An Introduction to Pitt's Green Office Program
Did you know Pitt has over 80 designated Green Offices? Green Offices are groups of Pitt employees just like you who have adopted sustainable habits in their office spaces,...

August 11, 2026
12:00pm to 1:00pm

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11 Aug
Retirement Readiness - Session #8 : Mindfulness and Well Being in Retirement
Retirement brings exciting new possibilities, and preparing your mind is just as important as preparing your finances. Join us for this calming and inspiring session with...

August 11, 2026
12:00pm to 1:00pm

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11 Aug
LifeSolutions Webinar: Time Management
Do you often feel scattered? Do you wish you had more time to accomplish the things that are important to you? During this webinar, we’ll explore how to make the most of your...

August 11, 2026
1:00pm to 2:00pm

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18 Aug
Take control of your financial life: 5 steps to save money and manage debt (By TIAA)
Uncover how to set goals, balance your budget and use debt wisely.

August 18, 2026
11:00am to 11:30am

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18 Aug
Hillman Library Sustainability Tour
What makes Hillman Library sustainable? Find out with PDC & Pitt Sustainability! The Hillman Library has achieved one of the highest sustainability ratings for buildings...

August 18, 2026
3:30pm to 4:30pm

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04 Sep
Shiao-Hung Chiang Distinguished Seminar Featuring Dr. YuanQiao Rao, Penn State Behrend
How Processing Writes Polymer Structure: Nonequilibrium States, Hidden Observables, and Predictive Design Rules for Functional Materials Abstract Polymer performance is often...

September 04, 2026
9:30am to 10:30am

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05 Sep
Make It Make Sense: Personal Manifestos
Step away from emails, class schedules, expectations, and deadlines, and spend some time focusing on what actually matters to you. Using simple zine-making techniques, craft...

September 05, 2026
1:00pm to 2:30pm

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09 Sep
How can I afford college for my kids and grandkids? (By TIAA)
Discover strategies you can use to save and pay for college—even if it feels impossible today.

September 09, 2026
11:00am to 12:00pm

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09 Sep
Wild Connections: One Health, Planetary Health, and Sustainability
Save the Date: Join the Mascaro Center for Sustainable Innovation, the Office of Sustainability in the Health Sciences, and the School of Public Health for a keynote...

September 09, 2026
3:00pm to 5:30pm

“Peace of Mind” by Morgan Overton
09 Sep
Envisioning a Just Pittsburgh Hillman Library Artist Open House
Welcome Envisioning a Just Pittsburgh Participants! CLICK HERE TO REGISTER Artists and community members from the University of Pittsburgh and beyond are invited to visit...

September 09, 2026
4:00pm to 7:00pm

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14 Sep
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...

September 14, 2026
10:00am to 11:00am

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17 Sep
Open Mic Night
Share your talent or cheer on your friends at C4C's Open Mic Night! Whether you're a seasoned performer or stepping on stage for the very first time, everyone is welcome. No...

September 17, 2026
7:15pm to 8:30pm

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18 Sep
Shiao-Hung Chiang Distinguished Seminar Featuring Dr. Markus J. Buehler
Superintelligence for Scientific Discovery Abstract: : Artificial intelligence is rapidly evolving from a passive analytical tool into an active partner in scientific...

September 18, 2026
9:30am to 10:30am

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24 Sep
Understanding Health Savings Accounts (HSAs): Smart saving for healthcare expenses today and tomorrow (By TIAA)
Learn how Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) can help you save while you’re working so that you can pay for qualified medical expenses, now and in retirement.

September 24, 2026
12:00pm to 12:30pm

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06 Oct
What no one ever told you about job pay and benefits (By TIAA)
Starting your first job? Get clear on paychecks, taxes, and benefits so you can make better informed decisions.

October 06, 2026
12:00pm to 12:30pm

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14 Oct
Quarterly economic and market update (By TIAA)
Hear from the experts in our Wealth Chief Investment Office about key drivers of the markets and economy that are impacting investors.

October 14, 2026
12:00pm to 1:00pm

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15 Oct
Open Mic Night
Share your talent or cheer on your friends at C4C's Open Mic Night! Whether you're a seasoned performer or stepping on stage for the very first time, everyone is welcome. No...

October 15, 2026
7:15pm to 8:30pm

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16 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 16, 2026
12:00pm to 1:00pm

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21 Oct
What is an annuity? Know the basics (By TIAA)
Uncover how annuities work and how they can help build lasting retirement income and security.

October 21, 2026
11:00am to 11:30am

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24 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 24, 2026
11:00am to 12:00pm

A person in dramatic horror-inspired costume and makeup stands under warm orange lighting, wearing a tattered dress and a wide-brimmed woven hat. Their face features bold black and white makeup with a stern expression. The scene is indoors, with a patterned window on the left and a staircase railing on the right, creating a dark, eerie atmosphere.
27 Oct
Scream, Queen: Finding Inspiration in Queer Horror
Why do queer audiences embrace horror? The monsters? The camp? Maybe it's the chance to see versions of ourselves in stories about otherness, transformation, and challenging...

October 27, 2026
7:00pm to 8:30pm

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06 Nov
Shiao-Hung Chiang Distinguished Seminar Featuring Dr. Mircea Dincă
From Electrically Conductive MOFs to Sustainable Batteries Abstract: The emergence of electrically conductive metal-organic frameworks (c-MOFs) has been one of the most...

November 06, 2026
9:30am to 10:30am

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12 Nov
How to get the most from your employee retirement plan (By TIAA)
Let’s talk tips for optimizing your retirement savings. The decisions you make (or don’t make) can really add up in the future.

November 12, 2026
11:00am to 11:30am

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12 Nov
Open Mic Night
Share your talent or cheer on your friends at C4C's Open Mic Night! Whether you're a seasoned performer or stepping on stage for the very first time, everyone is welcome. No...

November 12, 2026
7:15pm to 8:30pm

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17 Nov
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...

November 17, 2026
2:00pm to 3:00pm

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24 Nov
Myth busting: Planning and managing healthcare expenses (By TIAA)
Learn more about your Medicare, Health Savings Account and long-term care benefits for today and tomorrow.

November 24, 2026
12:00pm to 12:45pm

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30 Nov
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...

November 30, 2026
7:00pm to 8:00pm

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09 Dec
What you need to know about credit and debt (By TIAA)
Learn how to use credit and manage debt wisely to strengthen your finances, and avoid costly mistakes and reduce financial stress.

December 09, 2026
12:00pm to 12:30pm

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22 Dec
Build smart financial habits for success (By TIAA)
Kickstart your financial journey—learn how to set goals, budget effectively, prepare for emergencies, and create healthy money habits for lifelong financial success.

December 22, 2026
11:00am to 11:30am