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Wednesday, November 01, 2023

City of Pittsburgh Proclaims October 31, 2023, “Carnegie Mellon Forging the Future Day”

Earlier this week, Carnegie Mellon University was recognized by the City of Pittsburgh for its sweeping contributions to the city and the region’s economy, ecosystem, workforce and the next generation of leaders, and to positioning Pittsburgh as a global hub for innovation, robotics and STEM education.
Thursday, October 26, 2023

Andy Awards Recognize CMU Staff for Outstanding Work

Six staff members and two teams were recognized for their meaningful contributions at Carnegie Mellon University’s 29th Annual Andy Awards ceremony, held Wednesday, October 18, 2023.
Wednesday, October 11, 2023

Carnegie Mellon University Receives Insight Into Diversity 2023 Higher Education Excellence In Diversity (HEED) Award

Carnegie Mellon University (CMU) received the 2023 Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award from INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine, the oldest and largest diversity-focused publication in higher education.
Wednesday, September 20, 2023

Provost Garrett Leads Panel on AI in Higher Ed at AAU Chief Academic Officers Meeting

Carnegie Mellon University Provost James H. Garrett Jr. led a panel of fellow provosts and chief academic officers from across the country at the Association of American Universities (AAU) Chief Academic Officers Meeting in Washington, D.C.
Thursday, March 30, 2023

State of the University 2023

Faculty and staff from across the Pittsburgh campus gathered in the Rangos Ballroom in Cohon University Center to hear CMU President Farnam Janahian deliver the 2023 State of the University address.
Wednesday, March 01, 2023

Culture of Compassion: CMU Students Collectively Raise More Than $48k for Turkey, Syria Earthquake Victims

What began as individual fundraising efforts in the form of social media posts and personal baked goods quickly transformed into a community effort.
Wednesday, January 11, 2023

Winter Storm Impacts Pittsburgh Campus; More than 100 Respond to Mitigate Damage

More than 100 first responders, including CMU’s facilities crew and health and safety personnel, mobilized on campus beginning on Christmas Eve to mitigate the damage and immediately start repairs.
Tuesday, November 15, 2022

Andy Awards Celebrate Staff for Outstanding Contributions to Carnegie Mellon

For the first time since 2019, the Andy Awards ceremony returned in person to a full McConomy Auditorium, where members of the university community celebrated seven individuals and two teams for their outstanding contributions to Carnegie Mellon.
Tuesday, November 01, 2022

Tartans Came Together for Tartan Community Day

Students, faculty and staff came together during the fourth annual Tartan Community Day, a time to engage, have fun and celebrate community with friends and colleagues.
The Flying Club Has Taken Off
Tuesday, October 04, 2022

The Flying Club Has Taken Off

A club formed for aviation enthusiasts in the Carnegie Mellon University community has grown from 30 members to 200 in its first year.
Tartans Enjoy CMU Day with the Pirates
Tuesday, September 27, 2022

Tartans Enjoy CMU Day with the Pirates

Members of the Carnegie Mellon community enjoyed CMU Day with the Pirates last Sunday.
From Coding to Kids: Allen Makes Unique Career Move
Wednesday, August 24, 2022

From Coding to Kids: Allen Makes Unique Career Move

David Allen’s career path changed direction, leading him to Carnegie Mellon's Children's School.
CMU Welcomes the Class of 2026+
Tuesday, August 16, 2022

CMU Welcomes the Class of 2026+

More than 1,700 first-year students in Carnegie Mellon’s Class of 2026+ will arrive this Saturday to “reimagine” their future.
Graduate Student Orientation Is Back In Person
Monday, August 15, 2022

Graduate Student Orientation Is Back In Person

Carnegie Mellon will welcome more than 3,000 incoming graduate students this week with a weeklong series of events that will help them get acquainted with their home departments and colleges, the campus community and Pittsburgh.
CMU’s Pre-College Programs Give Teens a Head Start on Success
Tuesday, June 28, 2022

CMU’s Pre-College Programs Give Teens a Head Start on Success

Nearly 700 high school students have moved on campus to start a robust residential experience that will help them grow intellectually, socially and personally.
Designing the Campus of Tomorrow
Tuesday, May 31, 2022

Designing the Campus of Tomorrow

It’s not a crystal ball, but you can get a glimpse of what campus might be like in the future by looking into the Institutional Master Plan.
Picnic Returns to Thank, Celebrate CMU Community
Wednesday, May 18, 2022

Picnic Returns to Thank, Celebrate CMU Community

Good food, games, prizes, a chance to see friends and colleagues in person, and those scrumptious ice cream sandwiches marked the return of the CMU Community Picnic.
Graduates Feel Uniquely Prepared to Face Future
Wednesday, May 11, 2022

Graduates Feel Uniquely Prepared to Face Future

This weekend as they address their fellow graduates at Commencement, Lisa Oguike and Vijay Adipudi will express their gratitude for skills they developed, connections they made, memories they treasure and challenges that helped them grow.
CMU Honors its Best in Education
Friday, April 22, 2022

CMU Honors its Best in Education

Carnegie Mellon's annual Celebration of Education takes place at 5 p.m. April 28 in Rangos Ballroom.
Mural Sends Good Vibes Your Way
Friday, April 22, 2022

Mural Sends Good Vibes Your Way

Walk into TCS Hall and you’ll find “Good Thoughts, Good Words, Good Deeds.”
Chief Ogden’s Proactive Policing Gained the Community’s Trust
Friday, April 22, 2022

Chief Ogden’s Proactive Policing Gained the Community’s Trust

CMU’s police force has made many tangible improvements under Chief Tom Ogden, who is retiring in June, but it’s the intangibles, the accountability and public trust in his department, that mean the most to him.
Protect Yourself and the Planet: Book Your University Travel with Collegiate Travel Planners
Monday, April 18, 2022

Protect Yourself and the Planet: Book Your University Travel with Collegiate Travel Planners

CMU has established a carbon offsets program for air travel and has expanded its relationship with International SOS.
Scotty Sculpture Finds Its Forever Home
Wednesday, April 06, 2022

Scotty Sculpture Finds Its Forever Home

The CMU community celebrated its new bronze Scotty sculpture in Merson Courtyard on Friday, April 8.
Spring Carnival Returns in Full Swing
Monday, April 04, 2022

Spring Carnival Returns in Full Swing

For the first time since 2019, the most celebrated university tradition returns in person and in full capacity.
CMU Launches Nexus of Civic Engagement
Tuesday, March 22, 2022

CMU Launches Nexus of Civic Engagement

A newly renovated space in the Cohon University Center will be a hub for expertise and resources to support the many civic engagement initiatives and community partnerships on campus, in Pittsburgh and beyond.
You Spoke, We Listened
Wednesday, March 16, 2022

You Spoke, We Listened

The pilot year for Employee Resource Groups is underway with CMU leadership engaged and committed to their long-term sustainability.
Students Enjoy an Artful Alternative Spring Break
Wednesday, March 16, 2022

Students Enjoy an Artful Alternative Spring Break

For a small cohort of CMU students who participated in Pittsburgh Alternative Break, this year’s week off from classes was a time for education, reflection and action.
Fifth and Clyde Courtyard Is Stage for Celebrated Pittsburgh Artist
Tuesday, March 15, 2022

Fifth and Clyde Courtyard Is Stage for Celebrated Pittsburgh Artist

Inverted Dancer by Thaddeus Mosley is the newest addition to the campus experience.
CMU Earns Gold Rating for Commitment to Green Practices, Sustainability
Tuesday, March 08, 2022

CMU Earns Gold Rating for Commitment to Green Practices, Sustainability

The university recently was awarded its second consecutive gold ranking for being green.
Campus Community Rises Up Against Hunger
Wednesday, February 23, 2022

Campus Community Rises Up Against Hunger

More than 250 members of the Carnegie Mellon community came together to package 58,536 meals for Haiti last Saturday.
Seminar Gives Students a Leg Up on Leadership
Tuesday, February 15, 2022

Seminar Gives Students a Leg Up on Leadership

A popular seminar asks students to step up, lean in and dig deep to unleash their leadership abilities from within.
CMU Student to Compete in Jeopardy! National College Championship
Wednesday, February 09, 2022

CMU Student to Compete in Jeopardy! National College Championship

It’s a lifelong dream come true for Kristin Donegan, a senior biological sciences major whose perseverance has paid off.
Journalist Soledad O’Brien To Give MLK Keynote Address Feb. 8
Tuesday, February 01, 2022

Journalist Soledad O’Brien To Give MLK Keynote Address Feb. 8

O’Brien is expected to speak about systemic racism and how each one of us can help in dismantling racial injustice.
Campus Returns to Transitional Posture January 31
Tuesday, January 25, 2022

Campus Returns to Transitional Posture January 31

With the latest surge of COVID-19 cases tapering off on campus and given the highly vaccinated status of the Carnegie Mellon community, university leadership has announced that the Pittsburgh campus will return to its Transitional Campus Posture, effective Monday, January 31.
Mitigation Minutes: Key Steps for Spring Semester
Tuesday, January 18, 2022

Mitigation Minutes: Key Steps for Spring Semester

From boosters to baseline testing to facial coverings, here is a summary of the steps you need to take this semester to help fight the spread of COVID-19 and its highly transmissible Omicron variant.
Emergency Response Drill Puts Focus on Family Assistance Center
Monday, December 06, 2021

Emergency Response Drill Puts Focus on Family Assistance Center

CMU’s annual emergency preparedness and response exercise turned Rangos Ballroom into a mock family assistance center, where family members of victims impacted by a tragic event would be able to find comfort, information, counseling, spiritual support and other social services.
Andy Awards Honor Staff for Remarkable Performance and Impact
Thursday, November 18, 2021

Andy Awards Honor Staff for Remarkable Performance and Impact

This year’s Andy Awards ceremony recognized six individuals and one team for their commitment to overall excellence, their unwavering support for students, their creativity, spirit and teamwork, and their dedication to fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment.
Veterans Resource Center Opens on Campus
Wednesday, November 10, 2021

Veterans Resource Center Opens on Campus

Military veterans who work at CMU are invited to visit the Veterans Resource Center in the lobby of the GATF Building on Forbes Avenue, where they can get assistance with the many benefits available to them at the federal, state and local levels.
Father, Daughter Bond as Classmates, Share Love of Serving Country
Wednesday, November 10, 2021

Father, Daughter Bond as Classmates, Share Love of Serving Country

Eliana and Gary Fleischer share more than a father-daughter bond. They are classmates at CMU, and they are committed to serving their country.
Lackner Built a Winning Football Family at Carnegie Mellon
Wednesday, November 10, 2021

Lackner Built a Winning Football Family at Carnegie Mellon

After 36 years as head football coach, Rich Lackner leaves a legacy that goes far beyond wins and championships.
You’re Invited to Carnegie Mellon’s Third Annual Tartan Community Day
Tuesday, November 02, 2021

You’re Invited to Carnegie Mellon’s Third Annual Tartan Community Day

Tartan Community Day is a day for students, faculty and staff to take a break from the daily norm and to connect, restore and play, in meaningful ways.
CMU’s Virtual Neighbors Program Helps International Students Feel More at Home
Tuesday, October 26, 2021

CMU’s Virtual Neighbors Program Helps International Students Feel More at Home

Virtual Neighbors, a COVID-19 adaptation of the Host Family program, facilitates connections between students, faculty and staff.
Special Weekend Makes a Family Connection
Friday, October 01, 2021

Special Weekend Makes a Family Connection

Family Weekend will bring more than 2,000 moms, dads, brothers and sisters, and some grandparents, too, to campus to visit their student and get a little taste of life at CMU.
A Course on The Beatles Is One of CMU's Greatest Hits
Tuesday, September 28, 2021

A Course on The Beatles Is One of CMU's Greatest Hits

Professional flute player Stephen Schultz reaches beyond Baroque to teach younger generations why the legendary rock band from Liverpool is the greatest band of all time.
Donut Dash a Sweet Treat for Charity
Tuesday, September 21, 2021

Donut Dash a Sweet Treat for Charity

Running two miles and eating a half dozen donuts at the halfway mark doesn’t sound like a good combination, but it’s been a philanthropic recipe for success.
NROTC Steps Up to Honor the Victims and Heroes of 9/11
Wednesday, September 15, 2021

NROTC Steps Up to Honor the Victims and Heroes of 9/11

Steel Valley Naval ROTC honored the victims and heroes of 9/11 by climbing the number of steps in Gesling Stadium equivalent to the 110 stories of the World Trade Center on the 20th anniversary of the terrorist attacks.
The Heart of the Neighborhood: CMU Opens First Commons on Fifth Avenue
Tuesday, September 14, 2021

The Heart of the Neighborhood: CMU Opens First Commons on Fifth Avenue

A new 5,000 square foot community space has opened its doors to CMU students, faculty and staff to build, strengthen and nurture community and connection.
Schultz’s Latest CD Climbs the Classical Charts
Monday, September 13, 2021

Schultz’s Latest CD Climbs the Classical Charts

Stephen Schultz has performed on 70 commercial CDs in his lifetime, but none have ever made it to #8 on the Billboard Classical charts … until now.
We're Back!
Wednesday, September 01, 2021

We're Back!

School is back in person, and faculty and students are loving it.
Campus COVID FAQs: 11 Answers to Help You this Fall
Wednesday, August 25, 2021

Campus COVID FAQs: 11 Answers to Help You this Fall

Things continue to change at a rapid pace, so here are 11 answers from Carnegie Mellon’s COVID FAQs we hope will help.
Alumnus Gets Rare Behind-the-Scenes Tour of Skibo Castle
Monday, August 23, 2021

Alumnus Gets Rare Behind-the-Scenes Tour of Skibo Castle

Skibo is a private, members-only club, but, 2018 CMU graduate Thomas Kelly managed to get a rare peak behind the castle walls.
CMU Welcomes Class of 2025+; Orientation Returns to Campus
Wednesday, August 18, 2021

CMU Welcomes Class of 2025+; Orientation Returns to Campus

First-year orientation is back, live and in-person.
Welcome New Grad Students; Orientation Takes a New Twist
Tuesday, August 10, 2021

Welcome New Grad Students; Orientation Takes a New Twist

A growing suite of on-demand modules on Canvas will address timely topics and offer friendly reminders for new grad students as the semester unfolds.
Breathing Easier
Friday, August 06, 2021

Breathing Easier

The enhancements CMU has made to its heating, ventilating and air conditioning systems over the past year and a half carry benefits beyond mitigating the spread of COVID-19.
Faculty Score with Dynamoms
Thursday, July 22, 2021

Faculty Score with Dynamoms

These Carnegie Mellon all-stars aren’t known for their athletic skills, but they’re having a ball nonetheless.
Survey Reveals Majority of Campus Community Is Vaccinated
Wednesday, June 30, 2021

Survey Reveals Majority of Campus Community Is Vaccinated

When the survey closed on June 29, 65% of the campus community — students, faculty and staff — responded to the survey, and, of those respondents, 90% revealed they were fully vaccinated.
Cortina Models How We Can Bridge Our Divides
Thursday, June 24, 2021

Cortina Models How We Can Bridge Our Divides

Tom Cortina not only found a sense of belonging at CMU, he models how we can help create it for others.
For The Love of Two Oranges
Tuesday, June 22, 2021

For The Love of Two Oranges

An iconic steel sculpture on CMU's campus since the 1970s has been rescued, restored to its former glory and given a new home.
Flying Club To Promote Aviation at CMU
Tuesday, June 15, 2021

Flying Club To Promote Aviation at CMU

Two Ph.D. students in the Robotics Institute co-founded a flying club at CMU through which aviation enthusiasts can help each other soar to greater heights.
Barr Preps Students to Communicate on Wall Street
Wednesday, June 02, 2021

Barr Preps Students to Communicate on Wall Street

The affable Ed Barr is a business communications coach in Carnegie Mellon’s Master of Science in Computational Finance (MSCF) program.
CMU Indian Graduate Students Help Raise Over $430K for COVID Relief in India
Tuesday, May 25, 2021

CMU Indian Graduate Students Help Raise Over $430K for COVID Relief in India

A group of Indian graduate students at Carnegie Mellon has spearheaded a multi-university fundraising effort to help India fight the second deadly wave of COVID-19.
Designing a More Memorable Virtual Experience
Tuesday, May 18, 2021

Designing a More Memorable Virtual Experience

Kyuha Shim’s class is using social augmented reality to help graduates enjoy a more joyful and connected Commencement experience.
Bittersweet New Beginnings on Horizon for Class of 2021
Tuesday, May 18, 2021

Bittersweet New Beginnings on Horizon for Class of 2021

When student speakers Cristina Pullen and Frank Avino take the podium at Commencement, they’ll invite their fellow graduates to face the future with hope and confidence.
CMU Returns to In-Person Commencement
Tuesday, May 18, 2021

CMU Returns to In-Person Commencement

Commencement is a milestone for graduating students. This year it has extra special meaning for Carnegie Mellon, too.
New Committee Charged with Increasing Access to All-Gender Restrooms
Tuesday, May 11, 2021

New Committee Charged with Increasing Access to All-Gender Restrooms

Finding a suitable restroom to use isn’t as easy as you’d think for many members of the Carnegie Mellon University community.
President Jahanian to Provide Congressional Testimony About Future of American Innovation
Wednesday, April 14, 2021

President Jahanian to Provide Congressional Testimony About Future of American Innovation

CMU President Farnam Jahanian will testify before the House Science, Space and Technology Committee during a virtual hearing titled “Reimagining Our Innovation Future.”
Farinacci Leads Spring Carnival Adventure
Wednesday, April 14, 2021

Farinacci Leads Spring Carnival Adventure

Victoria Lugo Farinacci is looking forward to feeling that Carnegie Mellon University spirit this weekend.
CMU’s Contact Tracing Team Is a Network Production
Sunday, April 11, 2021

CMU’s Contact Tracing Team Is a Network Production

This team is answering the call by making the call — thousands of them.
Tartan Testing Offers Tasty Treats at Au Bon Pain
Thursday, April 08, 2021

Tartan Testing Offers Tasty Treats at Au Bon Pain

Do your part to help protect the CMU community and get a free small coffee and your choice of a muffin, Kind Bar or gluten-free marshmallow bar at Au Bon Pain.
Dangui Lands Gig as PiperTV Anchor
Wednesday, March 24, 2021

Dangui Lands Gig as PiperTV Anchor

Opportunities abound for students who want to make the most of their time at CMU. Just ask Sunny Dangui, the new host of PiperTV.
SLICE, Activities Board Set Stage for New Outdoor Venue
Tuesday, March 23, 2021

SLICE, Activities Board Set Stage for New Outdoor Venue

A portable stage has been installed on the CFA lawn giving members of the campus community a new outdoor venue for events and live performances with COVID-19 protocols in place.
Carnegie Mellon Resumes Athletic Competition
Tuesday, March 09, 2021

Carnegie Mellon Resumes Athletic Competition

Three-hundred fifty-nine days after the Tartans last competed on the playing field, the Tartans are back!
CMU Recognized for Commitment to First-Gen Students
Friday, March 05, 2021

CMU Recognized for Commitment to First-Gen Students

Carnegie Mellon has been designated a First-Gen Forward university.
Testing Managers Put Tartans First
Monday, March 01, 2021

Testing Managers Put Tartans First

It’s more than a job to pay the bills. For three new Tartan Testing program managers, it’s an opportunity to help a community.
Marc De Graef Discusses His Musical Journey
Wednesday, February 24, 2021

Marc De Graef Discusses His Musical Journey

Carnegie Mellon Professor Marc De Graef is known for his research in materials characterization, but he spends his spare time woodworking and playing the guitar.
Obituary: McIntosh Founded World's First Bagpiping Degree Program at CMU
Tuesday, February 16, 2021

Obituary: McIntosh Founded World's First Bagpiping Degree Program at CMU

Jimmy McIntosh, who founded the world’s first degree program in bagpiping at CMU, died Feb. 8. He was 95.
CMU Launches Community Pandemic Safety Ambassador Program
Tuesday, February 16, 2021

CMU Launches Community Pandemic Safety Ambassador Program

Faculty and staff volunteers at CMU are expanding their Pandemic Safety Officer roles to ensure common areas are covered.
CMU Staff Pitch In To Help
Thursday, February 11, 2021

CMU Staff Pitch In To Help

Laura Everhart is one of many CMU staff members who have been helping others since the pandemic struck a year ago.
DEI Training Helps Supervisors Manage More Effectively
Monday, February 01, 2021

DEI Training Helps Supervisors Manage More Effectively

Carnegie Mellon’s Office of Human Resources is offering a full slate of professional development and training opportunities, covering topics from unconscious bias to coaching skills to managing a diverse team.
Building on Success, CMU Preps for Spring Semester Arrivals
Thursday, January 21, 2021

Building on Success, CMU Preps for Spring Semester Arrivals

Protocols and required behaviors that fostered a successful fall semester at CMU remain in effect for the university community.
England Writes to Pay Tribute to Ghosts from his Past
Monday, January 11, 2021

England Writes to Pay Tribute to Ghosts from his Past

During a virtual event with students last fall, English Professor Jason England built the description of his background and how it influenced his life.
Kindness, Enthusiasm Matter to Popular Physics Professor
Tuesday, December 15, 2020

Kindness, Enthusiasm Matter to Popular Physics Professor

David Anderson, a physics professor popular among CMU students, reflects on the things that truly matter.
CMU Helping Young Families Cope with the Pandemic
Tuesday, December 01, 2020

CMU Helping Young Families Cope with the Pandemic

Carnegie Mellon’s child care and proctoring services created to assist families during the pandemic are getting high marks from parents and have recently been extended through the spring semester.
Adesoye Is Working To Put “Words Into Action” at the Tepper School
Friday, November 20, 2020

Adesoye Is Working To Put “Words Into Action” at the Tepper School

Second-year MBA student Olasubomi “Boomi” Adesoye is focused on increasing diversity at CMU.
Community App Aims to Keep CMU Students Connected at a Distance
Monday, November 02, 2020

Community App Aims to Keep CMU Students Connected at a Distance

A team of Carnegie Mellon students has turned an idea for a class project into an app to help their peers navigate the remote university experience.
Ilker Baybars Celebrates 50 Years at Carnegie Mellon
Tuesday, October 27, 2020

Ilker Baybars Celebrates 50 Years at Carnegie Mellon

Over the course of five decades, Baybars has become one of the longest-serving and most valued academic leaders of the institution.
Demolition to Pave Way for New Scaife Hall
Thursday, October 15, 2020

Demolition to Pave Way for New Scaife Hall

The new home for the Mechanical Engineering Department will more than double the size of its original footprint.
Tartan Community Day Puts Focus on Rest, Wellness & You
Wednesday, October 14, 2020

Tartan Community Day Puts Focus on Rest, Wellness & You

It’s been a long year, so take some time for yourself Friday, Oct. 16, and recharge.
Academic Services Center Delivers for ECE
Tuesday, October 06, 2020

Academic Services Center Delivers for ECE

More than 500 electrical and computer engineering students studying remotely this fall have all the materials and tools they need for their core lab courses, thanks to a team effort that delivered on time to 12 countries on five continents.
Scotty Survivor Puts CMU Spin on Reality Show
Monday, September 28, 2020

Scotty Survivor Puts CMU Spin on Reality Show

“Survivor” super fans separated by the pandemic have turned their love of the reality television show into “Scotty Survivor,” complete with Pittsburgh-themed tribes and challenges captured remotely over Zoom.
CMU Has Network Advantage in Fight Against COVID-19
Tuesday, September 22, 2020

CMU Has Network Advantage in Fight Against COVID-19

Po-Shen Loh tapped CMU talent to help him create an app that surpasses the competition in the fight against COVID-19.
CMU Offers New, Temporary Child Care Options
Thursday, September 17, 2020

CMU Offers New, Temporary Child Care Options

Carnegie Mellon University has announced it will offer three new, temporary child care options to parents due to the ongoing impact of COVID-19.
Blanton Brings Passion for Diversity to University Level
Monday, September 14, 2020

Blanton Brings Passion for Diversity to University Level

Shawn Blanton is emphasizing the importance of recruiting in his new role as interim vice provost for diversity, equity and inclusion.
Creating More “Places to Pause” on Campus
Tuesday, September 08, 2020

Creating More “Places to Pause” on Campus

New outdoor spaces are popping up across campus giving students, faculty and staff a place where they can take a break between classes, check email, and even host a small group meeting.
Habbab Turned Adversity Into Opportunities for Good
Tuesday, September 08, 2020

Habbab Turned Adversity Into Opportunities for Good

Scrambling to find a required summer internship, Tala Habbab created a COVID squad of 250 students to support communities impacted by the virus.
For Community Well-Being, Whole Equals Sum of Its Parts
Friday, August 28, 2020

For Community Well-Being, Whole Equals Sum of Its Parts

The associate vice president for Community Health and Well-Being says we have reason to expect a successful return to campus, but we all must do our part.
Free Kits for Students Put the ‘Well’ in Welcome
Thursday, August 27, 2020

Free Kits for Students Put the ‘Well’ in Welcome

Carnegie Mellon University is providing a free Wellness Kit to each student living on or off campus in preparation for the fall semester.
Bjorndahl Brings Passion for Pedagogy, Sense of Community to Fall Classes
Wednesday, August 26, 2020

Bjorndahl Brings Passion for Pedagogy, Sense of Community to Fall Classes

Christina Bjorndahl's Nature of Language class is part of CMU’s Signature Course Initiative.
Remember to Complete Your Daily Self-Assessment Survey
Thursday, August 20, 2020

Remember to Complete Your Daily Self-Assessment Survey

To help mitigate the spread of COVID-19 on campus, all students, faculty and staff must complete a quick Daily Self-Assessment before beginning their day.
Architecture Student Creating “Waves of Change” in India
Monday, August 17, 2020

Architecture Student Creating “Waves of Change” in India

Faced with a cancelled summer internship due to COVID-19, Aadya Bhartia decided to combine art and philanthropy to help children in her home country.
Scrubbing Up for Fall
Tuesday, August 04, 2020

Scrubbing Up for Fall

Spring cleaning has never ended at Carnegie Mellon. It has continued this summer and will extend through the fall.
Campus Will Be Different This Fall
Tuesday, August 04, 2020

Campus Will Be Different This Fall

Wondering what things will look like when you get back? Here’s a look at what you can expect.
Music's Effect on the Aging Brain
Monday, August 03, 2020

Music's Effect on the Aging Brain

The work that Jennie Dorris is doing could have tremendous ramifications for using music and instrumental practice in slowing cognitive decline in older adults.
Signed, Sealed and Soon Delivered
Wednesday, July 22, 2020

Signed, Sealed and Soon Delivered

The Class of 2020 are now receiving their diplomas, thanks to a massive effort by CMU staff volunteers.
Songs for a New World: Scotch ’n’ Soda Theatre Goes Online
Monday, July 20, 2020

Songs for a New World: Scotch ’n’ Soda Theatre Goes Online

This year, Carnegie Mellon's premier student theatre organization, has a new venue and a bigger audience, online.
CMU Prepares for Return to Campus
Wednesday, June 24, 2020

CMU Prepares for Return to Campus

When students, faculty and staff eventually return to CMU's Pittsburgh campus, they will find a plethora of protocols in place aimed at ensuring their health and safety.
Pandemic Safety Officers Step Up to Help Out
Monday, June 22, 2020

Pandemic Safety Officers Step Up to Help Out

New volunteers are playing a vital role in the return to campus.
Students Navigate Summer Internships Remotely
Monday, June 22, 2020

Students Navigate Summer Internships Remotely

Carnegie Mellon students Janhavi Deshpande, Sachi Shah and Elaine Zhu are exploring the new COVID-19 world of remote internships.
“Breakfast Buzz” Shifts to Zoom and Coping in a Pandemic
Friday, June 12, 2020

“Breakfast Buzz” Shifts to Zoom and Coping in a Pandemic

There’s a buzz in the Enrollment Services Division over a popular, long-running professional development series.
CMWA Honors Outstanding Graduating Women
Thursday, June 11, 2020

CMWA Honors Outstanding Graduating Women

The Carnegie Mellon Women's Association awarded seven outstanding graduating women from each of the university's seven schools with a $1,500 scholarship.
Gyory Puts Emphasis on Engaging Students as GSA President
Tuesday, June 09, 2020

Gyory Puts Emphasis on Engaging Students as GSA President

With an impressive track record, Josh Gyory is hitting the ground running as the new president of Carnegie Mellon University’s Graduate Student Assembly.
Supporting Community Connections at CMU
Wednesday, May 20, 2020

Supporting Community Connections at CMU

Reaching out to others can nurture a positive state of mind, now more than ever.
CMU Trauma Care Researcher Joins Fight Against COVID-19 in NYC
Monday, May 18, 2020

CMU Trauma Care Researcher Joins Fight Against COVID-19 in NYC

Green Beret medic and research analyst Luke Sciulli packed his bags in early April for New York City to volunteer in a field hospital for COVID-19 patients.
Meet Sunday’s Student Speakers
Tuesday, May 12, 2020

Meet Sunday’s Student Speakers

Student speakers during CMU's virtual conferral of degrees are Shannon Gallagher and Ana Torubara.
Davis Can “Take on Anything” After CMU
Wednesday, May 06, 2020

Davis Can “Take on Anything” After CMU

Lavonca Davis describes her four years at Carnegie Mellon as sometimes stressful, often exciting, and always ever-changing.
Gelfand Center Honors Students for Their Educational Outreach
Wednesday, April 29, 2020

Gelfand Center Honors Students for Their Educational Outreach

Cathy Fang, Harlene Samra, Shannon Werntz and Sarah Yu have dedicated their time and expertise to make a difference in the lives of children in the community and around the world.
The Benefits of Gratitude
Tuesday, April 28, 2020

The Benefits of Gratitude

For Nora Tallmon, CMU's weekly gratitude session supports her lifelong practice of being intentionally grateful on a daily basis and fuels her positive attitude.
Zhang Reflects on CMU, Build Week’s Peaceful Chaos and Giving Back
Tuesday, April 28, 2020

Zhang Reflects on CMU, Build Week’s Peaceful Chaos and Giving Back

Senior Ivan Zhang takes pride in being an active member of the campus community.
CMU Celebrates its Best Teachers, Advisers and Mentors
Monday, April 27, 2020

CMU Celebrates its Best Teachers, Advisers and Mentors

Carnegie Mellon annually honors its distinguished educators for their exceptional contributions with its Celebration of Education Awards.
Cyert Center Keeping Families Connected
Monday, April 27, 2020

Cyert Center Keeping Families Connected

The Cyert Center for Early Education is helping parents manage the stress and chaos of the pandemic with a virtual curriculum for its 187 children.
University Health Services: Telehealth, Public Health Recommendations and Stopping the Spread of Coronavirus
Wednesday, April 22, 2020

University Health Services: Telehealth, Public Health Recommendations and Stopping the Spread of Coronavirus

CMU and University Health Services have adopted the practice of telehealth care.
Enjoy a Mindful, Virtual Spring Carnival Weekend
Tuesday, April 14, 2020

Enjoy a Mindful, Virtual Spring Carnival Weekend

Tending to our mental health and wellness should be top of mind for all of us, and part of that is finding ways to honor the traditions that bring the community together, like Spring Carnival.
Yerzhanova Aims to Keep Carnival Spirit Alive
Tuesday, April 14, 2020

Yerzhanova Aims to Keep Carnival Spirit Alive

Renata Yerzhanova and fellow Spring Carnival Committee have put together a virtual carnival experience that will offer many ways to get involved remotely.
Stitching Together Help for Essential Staff
Friday, April 10, 2020

Stitching Together Help for Essential Staff

In a crisis, Mr. Rogers said to always look for the helpers. You can find them at Carnegie Mellon University.
Weathering the Storm with Headspace
Wednesday, April 08, 2020

Weathering the Storm with Headspace

In a world filled with uncertainties, one thing is for sure: Headspace is there for you.
Scattered Thoughts
Wednesday, April 08, 2020

Scattered Thoughts

Senior Rie Ohta shares her thoughts and experiences with hopes her story can help keep the CMU community together.
Grad Student Week Puts Spotlight on Adams, Aggarwal
Tuesday, April 07, 2020

Grad Student Week Puts Spotlight on Adams, Aggarwal

Carnegie Mellon has named Alexis Adams and Surya Aggarwal as this year’s Graduate Student Teaching and Graduate Student Service Award winners, respectively.
Stay Home, Stay Fit
Wednesday, April 01, 2020

Stay Home, Stay Fit

Pattye Stragar and her fellow fitness gurus at CMU are making it easy for us to stay fit despite our inability to get to the gym.
Working at Wellness as a Grad Student
Wednesday, April 01, 2020

Working at Wellness as a Grad Student

In times like these, graduate students need their institution more than ever.
Farrell to Compete in Jeopardy College Championship
Wednesday, April 01, 2020

Farrell to Compete in Jeopardy College Championship

Emma Farrell will compete in the first round of the Jeopardy! College Championship this Monday, April 6.
Staying Connected at a Distance
Wednesday, March 25, 2020

Staying Connected at a Distance

We are finding alternative ways to connect and come together as a community.
New Electrostatic Sprayer To Amplify Cleaning Efforts
Tuesday, March 17, 2020

New Electrostatic Sprayer To Amplify Cleaning Efforts

This top innovation of 2019 is being deployed in University Health Services, classrooms and high-traffic public spaces to prevent the spread of viruses.
Housing Master Plan Is Building Community, One Neighborhood at a Time
Monday, March 09, 2020

Housing Master Plan Is Building Community, One Neighborhood at a Time

Several new “neighborhoods” will be popping up on campus in the next few years as part of Carnegie Mellon’s 15-year, $400 million housing master plan.
Spreading Joy, Gaining Inspiration
Wednesday, February 12, 2020

Spreading Joy, Gaining Inspiration

Alumnus Ted Danson returned to CMU, where he found inspiration from sophomore acting students.
Equity Expert To Speak on Creating Space for Everyone
Tuesday, February 04, 2020

Equity Expert To Speak on Creating Space for Everyone

Jaime Grant will be visiting to lend her insights to the campus community Thursday, Feb. 13.
CMU Initiative Aims at the Sustainable Development Goals
Thursday, January 30, 2020

CMU Initiative Aims at the Sustainable Development Goals

CMU is gauging the level of awareness in its global community with regard to the 17 Sustainable Development Goals.
University Lecture Series Announces Spring Semester Lineup
Monday, January 27, 2020

University Lecture Series Announces Spring Semester Lineup

An award-winning chemist, a black feminist and a prolific photographer and spokesperson on climate change are the featured speakers in this semester’s University Lecture Series.
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