Chancellor's Spotlight
Select messages to the community and news stories worth sharing.
June 2, 2020
Statement on Racial Injustice and the Death of George Floyd
Chancellor Gallagher reacts to the death of George Floyd and the widespread civil unrest that has followed. His message discusses the importance of standing in solidarity with African Americans and the University's role in pursuing greater equity and justice for all.
March 1, 2017
Annual Statement for the Pennsylvania Senate Appropriations Committee
Chancellor Gallagher appeared before the Pennsylvania Senate Appropriations Committee to deliver his annual statement on how Pitt is both a smart investment and a powerful economic engine for the state of Pennsylvania. Read more »
February 23, 2017
From Pam Connelly, Vice Chancellor for Diversity and Inclusion
Last night, the federal government announced changes to guidance from the U.S. Departments of Justice and Education under Title IX regarding transgender students accessing facilities that correspond with their gender identity. Read more »
January 28, 2017
A Message on U.S. Immigration Decisions
Yesterday, the president signed an executive order on immigration that has the potential to significantly impact our university community. This order included an immediate suspension of visas and other immigration benefits for nationals of seven countries: Iran, Iraq, Syria, Sudan, Yemen, Libya and Somalia. Read more »
December 16, 2016
Happy Holidays from the University of Pittsburgh!
View a special, seasonal message from Chancellor Gallagher and a stellar supporting cast of Pitt students. Read more »
November 10, 2016
A Message on the U.S. Election
Tuesday, for the 58th time in our country’s history, we followed a process defined in our Constitution to elect a new president to office, thus beginning a leadership transition that is a hallmark of our democracy. Read more »
September 7, 2016