Chancellor's Spotlight
Select messages to the community and news stories worth sharing.
April 7, 2022
A Message From Chancellor Gallagher
Chancellor Gallagher shares his intention to step down from his role as chancellor in summer 2023.
March 31, 2022
Help Us Save the State-Funded Tuition Rate for Nearly 17,000 Pitt Students
Chancellor Gallagher urges the University community to sign up for Pitt Advocates and help preserve the in-state tuition discount. Read more »
March 3, 2022
The State-Funded Tuition Discount Is a Powerful Benefit for Pennsylvanians
Chancellor Gallagher advocates for the state to continue its commitment to funding a tuition discount for Pennsylvania’s students and families. Read more »
January 12, 2022
Pitt Seed Project: The Reboot
The Pitt Seed Project is back—and better than ever. The program, now in its fifth cycle, aids faculty and staff in developing ideas that will advance the University of Pittsburgh’s strategic plan and have a systemwide impact. Read more »
December 17, 2021
Omicron and Pitt's Spring Term
Chancellor Gallagher addresses the growing alarm and uncertainty over the spread of the omicron variant of COVID-19. Read more »
July 23, 2021
Pitt’s Virus Control Program for the Fall
Chancellor Gallagher shares how the University's plans will continue to protect students, faculty and staff amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Read more »
July 14, 2021
Meet the Fourth Class of Pitt Seed Awardees
The University is funding 20 new faculty and staff projects as part of the Pitt Seed Grants program, which provides startup funding to projects that support the goals of Pitt’s strategic plan. Read more »
July 13, 2021
The University's Operating and Capital Budgets
Chancellor Gallagher outlines the University's efforts to move on from last year’s budget disruption and begin to engage in a fuller recovery. Read more »
July 1, 2021
Pitt’s Stance on COVID-19 Vaccinations for the Fall Term
Chancellor Gallagher previews how the University will approach infection prevention and control measures and urges the Pitt community to get vaccinated. Read more »
June 30, 2021
Plan for Pitt
Chancellor Gallagher shares how the University’s new strategic plan, which will be implemented this fall, will elevate Pitt’s people, programs and purpose during the next five years. Read more »
April 20, 2021
Message From Leadership Regarding the Chauvin Verdict
Chancellor Gallagher and other Pitt leaders emphasize the urgency to address systemic racism and share support resources for the University community. Read more »
January 6, 2021
Statement Following Day of Violence at U.S. Capitol
Chancellor Gallagher denounces acts of sedition and violence at the U.S. Capitol Building. Read more »
December 16, 2020
Thank You and Happy Holidays
Chancellor Gallagher shares his gratitude for the University of Pittsburgh community as a year unlike any other comes to a close. Read more »
December 1, 2020
Pitt Seed Project Year Four
The end of the year approaches and—with it—a new call for Pitt Seed Project ideas. Read more »
November 4, 2020
The Wait for Results
Chancellor Gallagher addresses the Pitt community as the nation waits to learn the outcome of the 2020 presidential election. Read more »
August 21, 2020