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Time to De-Stress before the Tests

Wrap up the semester with Student Affairs! We have a calendar full of events meant to help take some of that finals stress away.

De-Stress Before the Tests All Week

The end of the semester is here - and so are finals! Students Affairs is here to help.
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Announcing our new Associate Vice Provost and Dean of Students, Marlin Nabors

Special announcement from Vice Provost Carla Panzella: Introducing Marlin Nabors! Dean Nabors will serve as Pitt’s new Associate Vice Provost and Dean of Students.
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Announcing our new Director of Student Unions

We are excited to announce that Jeremy Lindner will join Pitt Student Affairs as the inaugural Director of Student Unions.

A Thanksgiving Message

A Thanksgiving meal at Pitt, how to become an RA and more inside!
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Apply to be the 2025 Winter Commencement Undergraduate Speaker

Calling all undergraduate August and December grads! You are invited to apply and audition to be the Winter Commencement Undergraduate Speaker.  

Please submit 1) your written speech and 2) your resume by midnight Sunday, November 23, 2025, to deanofstudents@pitt.edu.  

What's Going on in Student Affairs?

Check out Panther Banter, engage in the Call, and learn how to become an RA - all in the November 13 edition of the Student Affairs newsletter!

A Message from the Executive Associate Dean of Student Affairs: Election Day

"Now that the polls have closed on the East Coast, I’m writing to encourage you to take care of yourselves as we await the results of the election." View the full message here.

Tomorrow is Election Day!

It's election week! Learn everything you need to know about how to vote and where.

It's Almost Time to Vote!

Find your polling location, view a sample ballot, check out upcoming election season events and more inside!

Halloween in Coming!

Make it a safe and spooky Halloween! More information on what you can do to celebrate and stay safe inside.

Outdoor and Adventure Pursuits is for YOU

Get outside and take up a new hobby! We have all the information you need to get started with Outdoor and Adventure Pursuits in this issue.

A Message from the Assistant Dean of Community & Inclusion: Election Year Engagement

"This fall, many of you will be eligible for the first time to vote in a U.S. presidential election. This is an important moment!" Read the full message here.

Register to Vote!

It's time to register to vote! Don't miss this opportunity to make your voice heard in this election.

A Message from the Interim Dean of Students and Assistant Dean of Student Experience: Mid-term Message of Care

"Can you believe we're almost halfway through the semester? I hope you take some time to rest, recharge, enjoy the beautiful weather, and do things that bring you joy over the Fall Break weekend (Saturday, October 12 – Tuesday, October 15)." Read the full message here.