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Steelers training camp schedule released
Secretary McNeil becomes the first African American to hold the position at DGS
Larry Scirotto Sworn in as Newest Pittsburgh Bureau of Police Chief
Steelers Training Camp, presented by FedEx, will kick off at Saint Vincent College in Latrobe, Pa. when the players report on Wednesday, July 26. This will be the 56th year that Saint Vincent College will be the Steelers summer home.
The first practice open to the public will be held on Thursday, July 27 at 1:55 p.m.
Larry Scirotto Sworn in as Newest Pittsburgh Bureau of Police Chief
Secretary McNeil becomes the first African American to hold the position at DGS
Larry Scirotto Sworn in as Newest Pittsburgh Bureau of Police Chief
On Wednesday, July 7, 2023 Larry Scirotto was formally sworn in as the 55th chief of the Pittsburgh Bureau of Police in Council Chambers. City Council members unanimously approved Scirotto as the new chief in May, following his nomination by Mayor Ed Gainey.
Secretary McNeil becomes the first African American to hold the position at DGS
Secretary McNeil becomes the first African American to hold the position at DGS
Secretary McNeil becomes the first African American to hold the position at DGS
The Pennsylvania Senate unanimously confirmed Secretary Reggie McNeil to serve as Pennsylvania’s 11th Secretary of the Department of General Services (DGS). With 27 years of service to our nation and public schools, McNeil joins the Commonwealth after a 22-career as a naval officer in the United States Civil Engineer Corps.
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Pitt is one of the nation’s priciest public universities for local families
CCAC announces new financial assistance and support for existing and potential nursing students
CCAC announces new financial assistance and support for existing and potential nursing students
Public universities provide lower tuition for in-state residents, but that discount doesn’t go as far at Pitt. The university’s average price of attendance for local families is one of the highest in the country, partly because of downward-trending state investment in public higher education.
CCAC announces new financial assistance and support for existing and potential nursing students
CCAC announces new financial assistance and support for existing and potential nursing students
CCAC announces new financial assistance and support for existing and potential nursing students
The Community College of Allegheny County has announced a new financial assistance and support program for students interested in Registered nursing careers. The Pathway to Success for Nursing (PSN) program, a comprehensive academic, financial and psychosocial support initiative.
Carnegie Mellon Awarded $20M for Transportation Research
CCAC announces new financial assistance and support for existing and potential nursing students
Carnegie Mellon Awarded $20M for Transportation Research
Congresswoman Summer Lee announced on May 30 that Carnegie Mellon University will lead a national consortium that will receive $20 million over the next five years from the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) to establish Safety21, a new University Transportation Center (UTC).
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Mayes: ‘Means the world to me’ to lead Pittsburgh Pride March and Parade
The Advanced Leadership Institute receives $1 Million Grant from the Richard King Mellon Foundation
Mayes: ‘Means the world to me’ to lead Pittsburgh Pride March and Parade
“I am honored to serve as grand marshal of Pittsburgh Pride March and Parade 2023. As the first out lesbian ever to serve in the Pennsylvania General Assembly and a long-time local and national LGBTQ+ rights activist, it means the world to me to lead this march and parade on the 50th Anniversary of the first Pride in the United States.
Duquesne Light Holdings Celebrates LGBTQ+ Inclusion During Pride Month
The Advanced Leadership Institute receives $1 Million Grant from the Richard King Mellon Foundation
Mayes: ‘Means the world to me’ to lead Pittsburgh Pride March and Parade
A message from President and CEO Kevin Walker, "Each June, Pride Month recognizes the generations of LGBTQ+ Americans and their allies who have challenged discrimination and fought for equality in their mission to bring visibility to diverse experiences, perspectives and identities..."
The Advanced Leadership Institute receives $1 Million Grant from the Richard King Mellon Foundation
The Advanced Leadership Institute receives $1 Million Grant from the Richard King Mellon Foundation
The Advanced Leadership Institute receives $1 Million Grant from the Richard King Mellon Foundation
“It has always been our vision to create a sustainable model that addresses an important need to promote Black leadership diversity. This tremendous contribution comes at a pivotal time and will help to anchor our work in the Pittsburgh region.”
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Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy hosts ‘Movie Nights in the Park’ series
Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy hosts ‘Movie Nights in the Park’ series
Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy hosts ‘Movie Nights in the Park’ series
The Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy invites families to join them for a new ‘Movie Nights in the Park’ series. Throughout the summer, the nonprofit will show a series of five popular, family-friendly movies beginning at dusk in Schenley Plaza, Robert E. Williams Park, and August Wilson Park.
Allegheny County Wine & Spirits Festival
Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy hosts ‘Movie Nights in the Park’ series
Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy hosts ‘Movie Nights in the Park’ series
County Executive Rich Fitzgerald today announced that the Allegheny County Wine & Spirits Festival is back and tickets are on sale now. The event which includes an afternoon of wine and spirits, food trucks, and live music is scheduled for Saturday, July 22, 2023 at Hartwood Acres on the Mansion Lawn.
2023 WPA JUNETEENTH HOMECOMING CELEBRATION
Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy hosts ‘Movie Nights in the Park’ series
2023 WPA JUNETEENTH HOMECOMING CELEBRATION
Pittsburgh will celebrate the Western Pennsylvania Juneteenth Homecoming Celebration June 16-19, 2023, in Point State Park and Market Square!
This free, family-friendly event is a Celebration of all Cities and Boroughs in Allegheny County and will feature African American Culture Education, speakers, live music and local vendors!
Diversity in Action
Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh Hires first Director of Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, & Accessibility
Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh Hires first Director of Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, & Accessibility
Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh Hires first Director of Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, & Accessibility
After an extensive national search process, Andrew Medlar, President & Director, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh, announced the appointment of Deborah J. Rogers, Ph.D. as the Library’s first Director of Inclusion, Diversity, Equity & Accessibility (IDEA).
Pittsburgh Cultural Trust names new president and CEO
Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh Hires first Director of Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, & Accessibility
Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh Hires first Director of Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, & Accessibility
Pittsburgh Cultural Trust Board Chair Richard Harshman announced Kendra Whitlock Ingram has been named the Cultural Trust’s new President and Chief Executive Officer, replacing retiring President and CEO J. Kevin McMahon.
Ingram will be the second female President & CEO and first person of color to be at the Cultural Trust’s helm in its 38-year history.
THE BIG WOKE LIE
Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh Hires first Director of Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, & Accessibility
THE BIG WOKE LIE
Essentially, stay woke was a call for Blacks and other oppressed people to be conscious of the systemic sources of oppression and, in turn, determine what must be done for it to be overthrown. Because of woke’s profound implications for realizing equity and social justice, ultra conservative, far right, and often ignorant Whites stole woke and began using it as an omnibus term for everything with which they disagree.
Racial equity
Amera Gilchrist nominated for the next chief of Pittsburgh’s Bureau of EMS
ACLU-PA Report Unnecessary Expansion of Criminal Laws by State Legislature Fuels Mass Incarceration
ACLU-PA Report Unnecessary Expansion of Criminal Laws by State Legislature Fuels Mass Incarceration
Pittsburgh Mayor Ed Gainey announces his choice for the next chief of Pittsburgh's Buread of EMS. " I had the honor of announcing Amera Gilchrist as my nominee for the next chief of Pittsburgh’s Bureau of EMS. She will be the first African American and the first woman to serve in this position, and I am humbled to work alongside her."
ACLU-PA Report Unnecessary Expansion of Criminal Laws by State Legislature Fuels Mass Incarceration
ACLU-PA Report Unnecessary Expansion of Criminal Laws by State Legislature Fuels Mass Incarceration
ACLU-PA Report Unnecessary Expansion of Criminal Laws by State Legislature Fuels Mass Incarceration
As lawmakers reconvene at the state capitol, the ACLU of Pennsylvania has released its third iteration of More Law, Less Justice: Pennsylvania’s Statehouse-to-Prison Pipeline, a report analyzing the General Assembly’s consideration of legislation related to criminal law. The statehouse-to-prison pipeline is the practice of introducing bills that create new crimes, enhance existing penalties, or expand current laws that result in more people going to prison or jail. The report details the acceleration of that practice.
Pitt’s Pre-Health Scholars Program commits to increasing diversity in health professions
ACLU-PA Report Unnecessary Expansion of Criminal Laws by State Legislature Fuels Mass Incarceration
Pitt’s Pre-Health Scholars Program commits to increasing diversity in health professions
The program supports underrepresented undergraduates with advising and mentoring to ensure their retention and success. The first Pre-Health Scholar cohort welcomed 16 first-year and sophomore undergraduate students interested in pursuing medicine, dentistry, physical therapy and more. Hergenroeder said faculty across Pitt’s Schools of the Health Sciences are invested in the initiative and their partnerships enabled students to be matched with a professor working in their desired fields.