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education1 year ago

NC A&T to Announce New Chancellor

James R. Martin II, currently the vice chancellor for STEM research and innovation at the University of Pittsburgh, is expected to be named the next chancellor of North Carolina A&T. Despite some concerns about his lack of direct HBCU experience, Martin's extensive background in engineering and leadership is seen as a strong asset. He will succeed Harold Martin, who has led the university for 15 years, transforming it into the nation's largest HBCU. The official announcement and election will take place in a series of meetings and a special event, all of which will be live-streamed.

via The Assembly|
#chancellor#education#hbcu
local-news1 year ago

Peaceful Resolution Achieved as Pro-Palestinian Protest Ends at Pitt

A pro-Palestinian encampment near the Cathedral of Learning at the University of Pittsburgh was peacefully cleared out overnight following a meeting between protest leaders, Mayor Ed Gainey, and representatives from the Mayor's Office. No arrests were made, and the university is responsible for dismantling the encampment. Protesters had demanded the university disclose its investments and divest from companies profiting from Israel.

via CBS Pittsburgh|
#encampment#local-news#peaceful-resolution
education-protests1 year ago

Pitt Pro-Palestine Protests End Peacefully After Clashes

The University of Pittsburgh's Chancellor Joan Gabel responded to ongoing pro-Palestine protests on campus, accusing demonstrators of vandalism and clarifying that protest leaders are not affiliated with the university. The protests, organized by a group called Pitt Divest from Apartheid, demand transparency about university investments and divestment from companies supporting Israel. Despite the protests, the university remains operational, with increased police presence to manage the situation.

via 90.5 WESA|
#divestment#education-protests#free-expression
health-and-science1 year ago

"Uncovering the Molecular Markers of Biological Aging for Disease Prediction"

Researchers at the University of Pittsburgh have identified blood-based markers that can determine biological age, potentially aiding in predicting disease risk and tailoring treatments. The study found 25 metabolites that differed significantly between healthy agers and rapid agers, leading to the creation of the Healthy Aging Metabolic (HAM) Index. This index proved 68 percent accurate at determining biological age and could pave the way for a blood test to assess biological age early on, allowing for lifestyle modifications to potentially reverse biological aging.

via ScienceAlert|
#biological-age#blood-test#disease-risk
health-and-wellness1 year ago

"Smell Therapy: A Promising Approach for Depression Recovery"

A study from the University of Pittsburgh suggests that familiar scents can help people with depression recall specific positive memories, potentially aiding in breaking free from negative thought patterns. Participants with major depressive disorder were exposed to various scents, and it was found that smells were more effective than words in evoking vivid and immersive memories. The study's lead author, Kymberly Young, noted that scent cues could improve memory recall in depressed individuals, potentially contributing to their healing process.

via Geo News|
#depression#health-and-wellness#memory-recall
health1 year ago

"Uncovering the Link Between Loud Noise and Hearing Loss: The Role of Zinc"

A study on mice has revealed that exposure to loud noises leads to an increase in zinc levels in the inner ear, causing damage to ear cells and disrupting communication between them. Researchers have identified certain drugs that can reduce zinc levels and potentially prevent or mitigate noise-induced hearing loss. This discovery could lead to the development of treatments for humans to protect against hearing damage from loud noises.

via ScienceAlert|
#health#hearing-loss#noise-induced-hearing-loss
health-and-science1 year ago

"Exploring the Therapeutic Potential of Scents for Depression Recovery"

A study from the University of Pittsburgh suggests that smells can be more effective than words in evoking positive memories, potentially helping people with depression break negative thought patterns. Researchers exposed 32 people with major depressive disorder to 12 scents and found that familiar smells were more likely to trigger specific memories. The study's lead author, Kymberly Young, believes that improving memory recall in depressed individuals could lead to faster healing and plans to use brain scanning to further investigate the connection between scents and memory in depression.

via New York Post |
#depression#health-and-science#memory
health-and-wellness1 year ago

"ADA Collaborates with Pitt and Penn to Revise Pain Treatment Guidelines"

The updated ADA guidelines for dental pain treatment, with assistance from the University of Pittsburgh, have downgraded the use of opioids, emphasizing non-opioid alternatives and non-pharmacologic approaches for managing dental pain. This shift aims to address the opioid epidemic and promote safer and more effective pain management strategies in dental care.

via Pittsburgh Post-Gazette|
#ada-guidelines#dental-pain-treatment#health-and-wellness
politics2 years ago

Conservative Group Fined $18K for Event Damage by Protesters.

Conservative groups at the University of Pittsburgh are being asked to pay over $18,000 in security and damage fees after protesters disrupted an event discussing LGBTQ+ issues. The Intercollegiate Studies Institute and College Republicans groups argue that the university's move violates their First Amendment rights. The university allegedly encouraged students to disrupt the event and shut it down, leading to an "angry mob of hundreds" assembling on campus. The Alliance Defending Freedom has written a letter to the university on behalf of the groups, arguing that the fees allowed the protesters to simply "shut down" the event by protesting it, better known as the "heckler's veto."

via Fox News|
#conservative-groups#first-amendment#lgbtq-issues
society2 years ago

Protests and Safety Emergency at Pitt Over Transgender Speaker

Protests broke out at the University of Pittsburgh over a speaker event on transgender issues featuring conservative political commentators Michael Knowles and Brad Polumbo. The event was originally supposed to include a debate with transgender author and professor Deirdre McCloskey, but she backed out, citing Knowles' previous comments on "transgenderism." Protestors appeared several hours ahead of the scheduled discussion, and police warned of a "public safety emergency." An incendiary device was set off outside the student center before the event, and several buildings were closed as a precautionary measure. Protestors who were able to get inside the event chanted "trans rights are human rights" before being urged to leave by police.

via WTAE Pittsburgh|
#michael-knowles#protests#safety-concerns
education2 years ago

Protests over transgender debate at University of Pittsburgh lead to safety emergency.

Protests broke out at the University of Pittsburgh during a debate on transgender ideology, prompting a "public safety emergency" alert after an explosion was heard and felt in the debate room. The protests continued outside, with some chanting, yelling, and playing drums and cowbells. The University of Pittsburgh's LGBTQ task force has made demands for the university to implement, including expanding housing and health care to transgender students. This incident is the latest in a series of controversies at the school that have received national attention.

via Fox News|
#education#lgbtq#protests
society2 years ago

"Pittsburgh University Faces Protests and Demands for Transgender Rights"

A protest erupted at the University of Pittsburgh over transgender rights, leading to a "public safety emergency" declaration by the university. The protest was in response to the university's decision to not allow students to change their names on official university records without a legal name change. LGBTQ+ advocates argue that this policy is discriminatory towards transgender students.

via Pittsburgh Post-Gazette|
#lgbtq#protest#public-safety-emergency
society2 years ago

Police declare 'public safety emergency' during Michael Knowles appearance at Pitt protest.

Protests erupted during a debate about transgender rights at the University of Pittsburgh, with an "incendiary device" going off outside the O'Hara Student Center. The university closed buildings and reported a "public safety emergency" as the protest crowd grew. Police later described the device as a smoke bomb and firework. There were no reported injuries. More than 250 people protested outside the center as Daily Wire host Michael Knowles debated with libertarian journalist Brad Polumbo. The event called "Should transgenderism be regulated by law?" started around 7:30 p.m. The Intercollegiate Studies Institute sponsored the event, which was hosted by Pitt College Republicans.

via TribLIVE|
#incendiary-device#michael-knowles#protests
local-news2 years ago

"Pitt Campus Faces Multiple Public Safety Emergencies"

Pitt campus police issued an Emergency Notification Service alert for a "public safety emergency at O'Hara Street" due to an incendiary device set off outside the O'Hara Student Center where a debate featuring conservative political commentator Michael Knowles was taking place. The University of Pittsburgh said there were no injuries and no ongoing threat. Several buildings were closed, and Carnegie Mellon University issued an alert about a "building collapse" in error.

via CBS Pittsburgh|
#campus-police#incendiary-device#local-news
education2 years ago

"Pittsburgh University Addresses LGBTQ Demands and Campus Safety Concerns"

The University of Pittsburgh's LGBTQ task force has demanded the expansion of housing and health care to transgender students, among other demands. The task force also called for a "walkout" on Tuesday. The demands include providing three fully staffed, in-person resource centers dedicated to the LGTQIA+, disability and BIPOC communities, expanding trans-inclusive health care and housing, and de-escalating crises on campus through trained mental health providers. The task force also demanded a minimum pay of $20 an hour and matching rate of inflation +1% for all university workers.

via Fox News|
#education#health-care#housing