The University of Pittsburgh contributes to the well-being of Pennsylvania and communities beyond. We invest in people, places, and partnerships that make our region stronger.
Whether it's revitalizing neighborhoods, helping local businesses grow, training skilled workers, or providing research that shapes policy, every effort is guided by one question: How can Pitt's academic mission make life better for others?
Public Impact
The University of Pittsburgh plays four vital roles in contributing to the health and vitality of the broader public.
Public Impact in Hazelwood
Join us at this Pitt Academy, where you will discover how Pitt’s life sciences research, industry innovation and neighborhood partnerships are working together to shape the city’s next chapter in Hazelwood and open doors for the local community — and all of Pennsylvania — along the way. During this event, you’ll learn about Pitt’s public impact work from:
- Heidi Ward, Director, Greater Hazelwood Neighborhood Commitment
- Rosta Farzan, Professor of Informatics, Pitt’s School of Computing and Information
- Ian Johnson, Director of Life Sciences, Pitt BioForge
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Pitt in 67
Dive into the most recent edition of Pitt Magazine to learn how Pitt is contributing to the health and vitality of all 67 counties in Pennsylvania.