Congratulations to Susan Fullerton, professor and interim chair of the Department of Chemical and Petroleum Engineering in the @PittEngineering, on being named a 2026 Experimental Physics Investigator by the Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation.

Congratulations to Femi Oloye, assistant professor of chemistry at the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford, who was awarded the 2026 Dr. Larry E. Davis Emerging Scholar Award. #H2P

Congratulations to Lilcelia Williams, research instructor in the School of Medicine, who was awarded the 2026 Dr. Larry E. Davis Emerging Scholar Award. #H2P

Congratulations to Rachel Bezanson, associate professor in the Department of Physics and Astronomy, on co-leading a research team recognized by the American Astronomical Society.

Congratulations to Mylynda Massart, assistant professor in the School of Medicine, who was awarded the 2026 Dr. Larry E. Davis Excellence in Community Engaged Scholarship Award. #H2P

Congratulations to Elena Baylis, professor and associate dean for experiential learning in the School of Law, who was awarded the 2026 Dr. Larry E. Davis Excellence in Leadership Award. #H2P

Congratulations to Karina Schumann, associate professor of psychology in the Kenneth P. Dietrich School of Arts and Sciences, who was awarded the 2026 Dr. Larry E. Davis Excellence in Mentoring Award. #H2P

Congratulations to William M. Carter Jr., Judge J. Quint Salmon and Anne Salmon Chaired Professor of Law, who was awarded the 2026 Dr. Larry E. Davis Academic Excellence Award. #H2P

Congratulations to Willa Doswell, School of Nursing, who was posthumously awarded the 2026 Dr. Larry E. Davis Academic Icon Award. #H2P

Congratulations to Chenits Pettigrew, instructor of medicine and associate dean for student engagement and enrichment in the School of Medicine, who was awarded the 2026 Dr. Larry E. Davis Academic Icon Award. #H2P

Congratulations to the 2026 Dr. Larry E. Davis Awards winners! These awards recognizes the exceptional contributions, groundbreaking research, and visionary leadership of faculty members who have shaped their fields and enriched our academic community. ow.ly/mefh50ZRCEw

As classes begin today, we want to recognize the care and preparation our faculty bring to every syllabus, lesson plan, and first day of class. Wishing our faculty a smooth and rewarding start to the semester!

Last week, colleagues from across Pitt and Carnegie Mellon came together for Five Paths to Leadership® Certification Training led by Academic Impressions. Learn more and take the Five Paths to Leadership® Self-Assessment: ow.ly/xl5g50ZrvH3

Congratulations to the Class of 2026! Crossing that stage represents years of hard work. And thank you to the faculty who showed up for our students along the way. #H2P

From May 18-21, join us for the Advance@Pitt Faculty Retreat and engage in intensive, applied sessions designed to produce real results and meaningful connections. Space is limited. Apply by April 30: ow.ly/yXu450YNyJr

Have you listened to Vice Provost for Faculty Advancement and Leadership Development John Wallace on Provost McCarthy's podcast? They discussed how Pitt is prioritizing faculty success from recruitment to retirement. Listen to the full episode: ow.ly/AXgO50YMPi4

We join the Pitt community in remembering James T. Johnson Jr. and the meaningful contributions he made as a scholar, mentor, and colleague. Dr. J's impact will be felt for years to come. ow.ly/WUMq50YyMzR

On International Women’s Day, we celebrate the scholars, educators, and mentors whose leadership strengthens our University community and beyond. Their work continues to expand knowledge and shape the next generation of leaders.

Congratulations to Jason Deakings, assistant professor in the School of Public Health, who was named to the New Pittsburgh Courier’s Fab 40 Under 40 list for 2026. #H2P

There is still time to register for the annual K. Leroy Irvis Celebration of Black History Month! Tickets are free, but registration required for the February 24 dinner: pitt.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/f…