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Pitt Day of Giving

The Pitt community showed its generosity, commitment and love for the University during the ninth annual Pitt Day of Giving (PDoG) on Feb. 25. A total of 11,423 donors gave more than $3.26 million for scholarships, research, academic programs, student organizations, athletics and other vital initiatives. 

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The Ones to Watch

In an environment where innovation and inspiration are in no short supply, meet the trailblazers.

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Richard Fang wearing blue Pitt hat and sweater

Richard Su Fang

The U.S. Presidential Scholar is already exploring research opportunities and taking on leadership roles.
Danielle Obisie-Orlu smiling with black dress

Danielle Obisie-Orlu

The Allegheny County Youth Poet Laureate with a 30-year plan.
Catherine Cavanaugh wearing grey Pitt shirt

Catherine Cavanaugh

This nationally lauded scholar is helping Spanish speakers learn complex science.
Toya Jones in a burgundy top

Toya Jones

Studying trauma and its impact.
Mitch Bell

Mitch Bell

An alum with a knack for assistive tech hacks.
Erin Clark

Erin Clark

This sports fan, radio host and honors student proves you can follow your passions at Pitt.
Brenden Peifer sits in a theater chair

Brenden Peifer

Inspired by August Wilson, he’s teaching the next generation of performers.
Hingorani

Meghna Hingorani

Everybody’s bestie thrives in business and dreams of Bollywood.
Davis in a suit

Benjamin Davies

A urologist and mentor who’s closing equity gaps in health care.
A portrait of Johnbosco

Nicholas Johnbosco

A guide to campus buildings and uncomfortable conversations.
LauraEllen Ashcraft

LauraEllen Ashcraft

Building bridges to connect people and research.
A portrait of Ryan Steinly

Ryan Steinly

A Frederick Honors College student fluent in language and justice.
Anaya Joynes in a red Delta Signa Theta shirt

Anaya Joynes

A Pitt engineering student who leads by example.
Isabel Lam in a white shirt and black leather jacket

Isabel Lam

A change-maker who landed a red carpet role.
Asher Hancock smiling in plaid shirt with arms folded

Asher Hancock

This engineer wants to put autonomous vehicles in the sky.
Brianna Ross sits wearing a black shirt that reads Black teachers matter

Brianna Ross

A Maryland Teacher of the Year who leads with love.
Achitoov in a maroon tank top

Mia Achitoov

A future doctor who values elders and offers comfort in the hospital and beyond.
Jim Withers in a leather jacket holding a bag

Jim Withers

His Street Medicine Institute provides “street rounds” and social services to people who live outdoors.
Chong looking confidently at the lens

Lillian Chong

This creative chemist helped crack a COVID-19 mystery.
Miller in a Pitt shirt posed in front of a Panther statue

Olivia Miller

A gymnast using the power of positivity.
Richard Fang wearing blue Pitt hat and sweater

Richard Su Fang

The U.S. Presidential Scholar is already exploring research opportunities and taking on leadership roles.
Danielle Obisie-Orlu smiling with black dress

Danielle Obisie-Orlu

The Allegheny County Youth Poet Laureate with a 30-year plan.
Catherine Cavanaugh wearing grey Pitt shirt

Catherine Cavanaugh

This nationally lauded scholar is helping Spanish speakers learn complex science.
Toya Jones in a burgundy top

Toya Jones

Studying trauma and its impact.
Mitch Bell

Mitch Bell

An alum with a knack for assistive tech hacks.
Erin Clark

Erin Clark

This sports fan, radio host and honors student proves you can follow your passions at Pitt.
Brenden Peifer sits in a theater chair

Brenden Peifer

Inspired by August Wilson, he’s teaching the next generation of performers.
Hingorani

Meghna Hingorani

Everybody’s bestie thrives in business and dreams of Bollywood.
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The Allegheny River

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