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Recreation and Wellness Center to Open Up Memberships for Eligible Employees Beginning Nov. 1
Eligible University employees* will be able to purchase monthly membership access to Pitt’s newly opened state-of-the-art Recreation and Wellness Center (RWC) beginning on Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025.
New "Mindset Matters" Wellness Mini-Series Offers Relaxing Morning Starts
“Your day is pretty much formed by how you spend your first hour. Check your thoughts, attitude, and heart.” - John Tesh
Start your days with intention.We often think that we need a vacation or large blocks of time in our days to feel refreshed, but it may just be that we need to learn how to capture small doses of well-being where we can in each day. Little “wins” can make a big difference and can be the catalyst to shift our mood and perspective in a positive direction.
Forbes Names Pitt a Best Employer in Pennsylvania
The University of Pittsburgh is proud to have been selected for inclusion on the prestigious 2025 Forbes America's Best-in-State Employers list for Pennsylvania.
Announced on August 21, 2025, Pitt was ranked among the 100 best employers in the commonwealth.
Now Enrolling for September Start: Group Lifestyle Balance, a Free Diabetes Prevention Program
Are you concerned that you are at risk for diabetes or have been told by your doctor that you have pre-diabetes? Have you gained weight, been physically inactive, or struggled to find a healthy routine?
You’re not alone. One in three U.S. adults has pre-diabetes. Fortunately, lifestyle modifications can be extremely beneficial!
To help get you back on track, consider participating in Group Lifestyle BalanceTM, a diabetes prevention program created by researchers at the University of Pittsburgh and offered by the University’s Comprehensive Medication Management benefit.
Approved Budget for Fiscal Year 2026 Includes Salary Increases
Fiscal Year 2026 Budget: Salary ConsiderationsEarlier today, Pitt’s Board of Trustees approved the University’s Fiscal Year 2026 budget, which includes funds for a 2.5% across-the-board, performance-based maintenance salary increase for eligible nonrepresented faculty and staff, as defined below.
Staff Handbook Update: Nepotism Policy
Pitt Staff should be aware of recent updates to the Employment of Relatives (Nepotism) Policy, as outlined in the General Policies and Guidelines section of the Staff Handbook.
While the employment of relatives is allowed, it is important to note that no special consideration will be given to relatives during the recruitment process. This ensures a fair and equitable hiring environment for all candidates.
Construction on new PRTX bus stations may cause temporary traffic disruptions in Oakland
Pitt employees working in or traveling to the Pittsburgh campus in Oakland should be prepared for potential early morning traffic disruptions from now into July, due to the new University Line bus stations being installed on Fifth Avenue.
Over the next few weeks, crews will be working weekdays from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. on Fifth Avenue between Chesterfield Road and North Bellfield Avenue.
To accommodate this work, one travel lane and the sidewalk adjacent to the work area may be closed. Traffic restrictions will be removed by 6 a.m. each morning.
Construction on new PRTX bus stations may cause temporary traffic disruptions in Oakland
Pitt employees working in or traveling to the Pittsburgh campus in Oakland should be prepared for potential early morning traffic disruptions from now into July, due to the new University Line bus stations being installed on Fifth Avenue.
Over the next few weeks, crews will be working weekdays from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. on Fifth Avenue between Chesterfield Road and North Bellfield Avenue.
To accommodate this work, one travel lane and the sidewalk adjacent to the work area may be closed. Traffic restrictions will be removed by 6 a.m. each morning.
Pitt Recognizes Staff Celebrating Milestone Service Anniversaries in 2025
Hail to Pitt's dedicated Staff!
On June 13, 2025, employees from across Pitt’s campuses gathered for the 36th annual Staff Recognition Ceremony.
Improvements to Time and Absence Reporting in Pitt Worx
Important Information for all Pitt Worx Time and Absence Module users:
As part of our continued effort to enhance your experience in Pitt Worx, we’re excited to announce that following a brief scheduled outage from June 20-22, timecards will be transitioned to the new Redwood User Interface (UI) on June 23.
Pitt Worx Outage, June 20-22
The Pitt Worx system will be down for scheduled maintenance and will be unavailable from Friday, June 20 at 10 p.m. ET until Sunday, June 22 at 10 p.m. ET. During this time, employees will be unable to access Pitt Worx.
Those who need to submit timecards for the week of June 15-21 should do so before or after the outage period; timecards cannot be submitted or approved during the system outage.
As a reminder, timecards must be submitted and approved by noon on Monday, June 23.
Improvements Coming to Pitt Worx User Interface
Important Information for all Pitt Worx users:We’re making updates to Pitt Worx with one clear goal: to enhance your overall experience.
Faculty and Staff Information Regarding Upcoming Transition to the New Pitt Recreation and Wellness Center
The University of Pittsburgh is proud to announce the upcoming opening of the Pitt Recreation and Wellness Center (RWC), a state-of-the-art facility set to open in August 2025. This transformative space will offer expanded wellness services, innovative fitness equipment, and inclusive programming designed to meet the evolving needs of our campus community.
Best Practices for Visits by Government Officials
University employees, please be aware that Pitt has posted new guidance for best practices when dealing with government officials visiting our campuses.