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Pittsburgh Becomes 12th Certified Welcoming Place for Immigrant, Refugee and New Americans in the US
Pittsburgh Becomes 12th Certified Welcoming Place for Immigrant, Refugee and New Americans in the US
Pittsburgh Becomes 12th Certified Welcoming Place for Immigrant, Refugee and New Americans in the US
As part of the City of Pittsburgh’s Welcoming Week 2021, the Office of Mayor William Peduto and Office of Equity’s Welcoming Pittsburgh are pleased to announce that Pittsburgh has been named a Certified Welcoming place, becoming the 12th in the United States to achieve this designation.
Pittsburgh Bureau of Police and FBI Pittsburgh Investigate Threats to City Churches
Pittsburgh Becomes 12th Certified Welcoming Place for Immigrant, Refugee and New Americans in the US
Pittsburgh Becomes 12th Certified Welcoming Place for Immigrant, Refugee and New Americans in the US
On the morning of Sunday, September 12, officers with the Pittsburgh Bureau of Police were dispatched to two separate Catholic churches in the City of Pittsburgh after threats to harm congregants were received by telephone. At the same time, parishioners at one of the churches, located on the North Side, called Police after one of their fellow congregants was observed to be carrying a gun on his person during the service.
Pittsburgh Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Anthony Hamlet Submits Resignation
Pittsburgh Becomes 12th Certified Welcoming Place for Immigrant, Refugee and New Americans in the US
Pittsburgh Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Anthony Hamlet Submits Resignation
Today, the Pittsburgh Board of Public Education received Dr. Anthony Hamlet’s resignation notice as Superintendent of Pittsburgh Public Schools, effective Friday, October 1, 2021.
The Board and Dr. Hamlet concur that this action is in the collective best interest of the District, its students and the community. To that end, the Board is expected to accept
Pitt's Utibe Essien Receives AAMC Award
Penguins Foundation Names Jaden Lindo Head of Community Hockey Programs
Pittsburgh Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Anthony Hamlet Submits Resignation
Utibe Essien, assistant professor of medicine in Pitt’s School of Medicine, is the recipient of the Association of American Medical Colleges’ 2021 Herbert W. Nickens Faculty Fellowship Award.
This award recognizes a junior faculty member who is committed to a career in academic medicine and displays leadership in addressing inequity in medical education and health care, as well as addressing educational, societal and health care needs of racial and ethnic minorities in the United States.
Penguins Foundation Names Jaden Lindo Head of Community Hockey Programs
Penguins Foundation Names Jaden Lindo Head of Community Hockey Programs
Penguins Foundation Names Jaden Lindo Head of Community Hockey Programs
The Pittsburgh Penguins Foundation has named Jaden Lindo manager of its Community Hockey Programs, with duties including oversight of the Willie O'Ree Academy, the proposed hockey diversity programming at Hunt Armory, and hockey programs for Pittsburgh youth at city community centers.
September Proclaimed Black Girls Equity Month
Penguins Foundation Names Jaden Lindo Head of Community Hockey Programs
Penguins Foundation Names Jaden Lindo Head of Community Hockey Programs
For the third year in a row, County Executive Fitzgerald proclaimed September as Black Girls Equity Month in Allegheny County. This distinction comes ahead of the 6th Annual Black Girls Equity Alliance (BGEA) and Awards Reception. Gwen's Girls will host this year's Summit, September 22-24, 2021.
Featured Events
Black Political Empowerment Project 16th Annual Celebration of Jazz Appreciation
2021 Don W. McClure Lecture with Kimberly Hill presented by Pittsburgh Theological Seminary
2021 Don W. McClure Lecture with Kimberly Hill presented by Pittsburgh Theological Seminary
The Black Political Empowerment Project (B-PEP) Presents the 16th Annual Celebration of Jazz Appreciation event. Enjoy over 70 performing artists and 2021 Awardees during this special night to remember. We hope to see you there! #BPEP #PITTSBURGH #CAV #JAZZ
2021 Don W. McClure Lecture with Kimberly Hill presented by Pittsburgh Theological Seminary
2021 Don W. McClure Lecture with Kimberly Hill presented by Pittsburgh Theological Seminary
2021 Don W. McClure Lecture with Kimberly Hill presented by Pittsburgh Theological Seminary
Pittsburgh Theological Seminary presents the McClure lectures that will feature Dr. Kimberly D. Hill, historian of African-American missions and Black internationalism, who teaches U.S. and African-American history at the University of Texas at Dallas.
AWAACC announces artists for the Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival
2021 Don W. McClure Lecture with Kimberly Hill presented by Pittsburgh Theological Seminary
AWAACC announces artists for the Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival
The August Wilson African American Cultural Center announces additions to the line-up, Con Alma Jam Sessions, Chaka Khan after party, and more for the Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival presented by Citizens Bank. Taking place live, in person, from September 17-19, 2021.
More Featured Events
Highmark Blues & Heritage Festival at the AWAACC
Black Lives in Focus at Carnegie Museum of Art Sept. 9-23 - 10am–5pm
Black Lives in Focus at Carnegie Museum of Art Sept. 9-23 - 10am–5pm
On Friday, October 1, the fourth annual Highmark Blues & Heritage Festival returns to the August Wilson African American Cultural Center, featuring a roster of award-winning musicians including gospel and R&B great Mavis Staples, Blues Hall of Fame guitarist and vocalist Robert Cray and more...
Black Lives in Focus at Carnegie Museum of Art Sept. 9-23 - 10am–5pm
Black Lives in Focus at Carnegie Museum of Art Sept. 9-23 - 10am–5pm
Black Lives in Focus at Carnegie Museum of Art Sept. 9-23 - 10am–5pm
Carnegie Museum of Art is honored to share images of a selection of artworks that are on view on the Cathedral of Learning Lawn at the University of Pittsburgh as a part of the university’s Black Lives in Focus initiative.
The Nancy & Paul O’Neill Speaker Series presents Wes Moore September 29
Black Lives in Focus at Carnegie Museum of Art Sept. 9-23 - 10am–5pm
The Nancy & Paul O’Neill Speaker Series presents Wes Moore September 29
Join The Neighborhood Academy (in-person or virtually!) on September 29 for a thought-provoking evening with Wes Moore: bestselling author of books “The Other Wes Moore: One Name, Two Fates” and “Five Days: The Fiery Reckoning of an American City.” Moore is also a combat veteran, social entrepreneur, and the former CEO of Robin Hood.
COVID-19
PA Unites Against COVID - Get Vaccine Facts
COVID is tough, but together Pennsylvanians are tougher. United, we can defeat the virus. You matter, and so do your actions. When we make good choices and follow health and safety measures, we see results. Let’s work together to stop the spread.
Explore this site to learn more about what you can do to protect yourself, your family, business, neighbors, and community from COVID.
Back to School
Back to School Safety from National Safety Council
As summer draws to a close and children start heading back to school, family life can get pretty hectic. It's important to remember – and share with your children – some key tips that will help keep them safe and healthy throughout the school year.
Diversity in Action
Dr. Gretchen Givens Generett Named School of Education Dean
MBA Welcomes Lance Harrell Director, Workforce Development and Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
Chuck Cooper and Josh Gibson Center for Equity and Education
With a focus on reaching bigger goals, Duquesne University named Dr. Gretchen Givens Generett as dean of its School of Education, effective July 1, 2021.
As interim dean since July 2020, Dr. Generett led the school by centering on the needs of students and supporting faculty and staff during the challenges created by the COVID-19 pandemic. She worked diligently to listen to and understand the School of Education community to meet its needs.
Chuck Cooper and Josh Gibson Center for Equity and Education
MBA Welcomes Lance Harrell Director, Workforce Development and Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
Chuck Cooper and Josh Gibson Center for Equity and Education
Rowland School of Business at Point Park University has established the Chuck Cooper and Josh Gibson Center for Equity and Education to help create equity and opportunities in education and employment for youth and families from communities of color.
The Chuck Cooper and Josh Gibson Equity and Education Center will be located within the Rowland School of Business on Point Park's Downtown Pittsburgh campus.
MBA Welcomes Lance Harrell Director, Workforce Development and Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
MBA Welcomes Lance Harrell Director, Workforce Development and Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
MBA Welcomes Lance Harrell Director, Workforce Development and Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
The Master Builders’ Association of Western Pennsylvania, Inc. (MBA) and the Construction Advancement Program of Western Pennsylvania (CAP) are pleased to welcome Lance Harrell as Director of Workforce Development and Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion.