Meet the new associate dean of Frederick Honors College at Pitt-Greensburg: Dr. Frank Wilson!

Frank Wilson, PhD, assistant dean for Academic Affairs at the University of Pittsburgh at Greensburg, recently was named the interim associate dean of the Frederick Honors College at Pitt-Greensburg. Wilson’s appointment is the latest development in the partnership established this past spring between Pitt’s Frederick Honors College and the Pitt-Greensburg Honors Program.

A profound commitment to improving accessibility to an honors education by the Frederick Honors College, Greensburg honors faculty and support from University leadership at both campuses led to this partnership, which is giving Greensburg students the same access to programming, funding, and honors-specific support as their peers in Oakland.

Learn more about Wilson as well as the Oakland Greensburg partnership here.

Happening this week: Sept. 3– Sept. 9, 2024

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Thursday, September 5

Community-Based Research Talk with Dr. Aakash Gautam

Dr. Aakash Gautam from the School of Computing and Information is looking for undergraduate students of any major from the David C. Frederick Honors College to assist with three community-based research projects. Through these projects, you may learn to build software, conduct qualitative studies, analyze and manage data, analyze academic papers, and more. For-credit and paid positions are available. You can help this research go beyond the classroom to directly impact communities. Help incarcerated individuals reenter society, create apps for learning digital literacy, and educate communities about data literacy and civic engagement. A talk with Dr. Gautam will be held at 11:00 a.m. in Room 5317 - Sennott Square. Refreshments provided!

Friday, September 6

Workshop with SWERY: The Power of Interactive Narrative

Join legendary video game designer Hidetaka 'SWERY' Suehiro in an intimate setting to hone your game design skills! SWERY will deliver a short lecture, followed by an hour of design workshop in small groups. SWERY and DNID faculty will offer critique, advice, and encouragement as you build the foundation of your own interactive narratives. SWERY is a veteran video game director, designer, and writer with over 25 years of industry experience. Among his most acclaimed works are Deadly Premonition and The Missing: J.J. Macfield and the Island of Memories. Register here and join us at 5:00 p.m. in room G08 of the Cathedral of Learning!

Coffee with An Artist

Join FHC's Artist-in-Residence, Morgan Overton, for an informal chat over coffee and light refreshments at the Inclusion and Belonging Space on the first floor of Hillman Library from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.. Come with ideas for what you would like to see out of her residency. This event is drop in style, so stop by whenever you can!

Monday, September 9

Global Scholarships Info Session

Are you interested in learning a language abroad or studying abroad in general? This info session is for you! Come learn about national scholarship opportunities for funded study abroad and language study programs with the Office of National Scholarships, Global Hub, and Less Commonly Taught Language Center! The Frederick Honors College Global Programs Coordinator will also be in attendance to talk about honors college scholarships. The information session will be held at 12:00 p.m. in the Global Events Hub (1st floor, Posvar Hall). Don't miss this chance to see how you can make studying abroad happen and register today!

Opportunities for FHC students

CivWiz Tabling

The CivWiz team will be tabling in front of the William Pitt Union on September 10th from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Come by to learn more about CivWiz, how you can get involved, and pick up some Frederick Honors College swag!

Preserving Democracy - Lavish Gifts, Judicial Ethics and the U.S. Supreme Court

Brett Murphy, a Pitt graduate, was a key member of the ProPublica team that was awarded the 2024 Pulitzer Prize for Public Service Reporting and considered the highest honor in journalism. That team was recognized for its "groundbreaking and ambitious reporting that pierced the thick wall of secrecy surrounding the Supreme Court to reveal how a small group of politically influential billionaires wooed justices with lavish gifts and travel, pushing the Court to adopt its first code of conduct."

Mr. Murphy returns to discuss that work and its impact with CNN's Katelyn Polantz, Emmy Award-winning reporter and also a Pitt graduate, and Chancellor Emeritus Mark Nordenberg. Join them on September 12th from 12:30 to 2:00 p.m. in the Teplitz Memorial Courtroom on the ground floor of the University of Pittsburgh School of Law.

Interested in Connecting with Black Honors Students across the country?

The David C. Frederick Honors College is sending a delegation to the National Association of African American Honors Program Annual Conference. The conference is an opportunity for students from NAAAHP affiliated schools around the country to gather for networking, academic competitions, scholarly research presentations, community service and educational/professional enrichment opportunities. It will take place at Prairie View A&M University in Prairie View, Texas from October 31st to November 2nd.

Please join us on September 12th at 12:00 p.m. in the 37th floor conference room of the Cathedral of Learning to learn more about how this conference might help you fulfill your personal and academic goals. Interested and want to attend? Fill out this short application here.

German Scholarships Info Session

Join the Office of National Scholarships on September 12th at 12:00 p.m. to learn more about scholarship opportunities that provide funding to students looking to study abroad, perform research, or learn the language in Germany, like the CBYX, DAAD RISE, and DAAD Graduate Scholarship programs!

Pittsburgh-London Film Program Spring 2025 Info Session

Are you interested in spending your Spring semester in London, studying Film in the company of distinguished professors and world class film production professionals? Learn more by attending a virtual info session with the program director Dr. Sarah Joshi on September 13th at 12:00 p.m. The deadline to apply for Spring 2025 is October 1st.

Women of the Cloud College Tour

Join fellow students, industry members, cloud partners and Amazonians from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. on September 13th for half a day of interactive content and networking at the Women of the Cloud College Tour. This event will feature a keynote session, an interactive, diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) session, and panel-style presentation, followed by a network event, and so much more. The Women of the Cloud College Tour is dedicated to empowering women by fostering skill development, advancing careers, and highlighting their contributions in the tech industry.

Goldwater Scholarship Info Session

Come learn more about the Goldwater Scholarship and how you can apply with fellowships advisor Josh Cannon from the Office of National Scholarships! The Goldwater is the most prestigious STEM award an undergraduate student can earn. It awards up to $7,500 to sophomore or junior students to help off-set the costs of tuition, mandatory fees, books, and room and board. Register today and attend on September 16th at 12:00 p.m.!

Gilman Scholarship Events

Interested in studying abroad, but not sure how to make it happen? Check out The Office of National Scholarships' Gilman Scholarship events! Fellowships Advisor Peter Levins will be hosting an info session and two writing workshops to support students interested and applying for the scholarship. Register today!

Spring Research Fellowships Information Session

Are you interested in doing research during your career at Pitt? Join us for an information session on the Frederick Honors College Research Fellowship for spring 2025 on September 23rd at 12:00 p.m. Learn about how and when to apply!

Latinx/Hispanic Heritage Month Film Screening

Join the Honors College in celebrating Latinx/Hispanic Heritage Month with a special screening of the 2023 Dramedy Problemista from SNL writer Julio Torres on September 25th at 6:30 p.m. Hosted at the Latin American Cultural Center, come and engage with the Center's exhibits while enjoying authentic Mexican cuisine from La Palapa. Don't miss this chance to see what Indiewire has described as "Wildy inventive, biting, and outright funny".

Indigenous Cultural Festival

For the third year in a row, the University of Pittsburgh and the Council of Three Rivers American Indian Center will partner to bring the Indigenous Cultural Festival to the Pittsburgh campus. From September 23rd to September 29th, earn OCC points when you participate in pouch-making, dreamcatcher crafting and other activities. They'll also hold a powwow on September 25th! More information can be found here.

Calling all Artists, submit to the 2nd annual Envisioning a Just Pittsburgh

The David C. Frederick Honors College at the University of Pittsburgh is proud to support the second annual "Envisioning a Just Pittsburgh" initiative curated by FHC’s Artist-in-Residence, Morgan Overton. The Envisioning a Just Pittsburgh initiative aims to bring together a diverse group of emerging and experienced artists who can depict their visions of justice, equality, and community resilience. The call is open to creators working in a wide range of media, including written and spoken word, visual art, performance, fiber art, and digital art.

Artists are asked to submit their work by October 20th, 2024. Detailed submission guidelines and a link to the entry form can be found at https://pitt.ly/envision24. Submissions will be reviewed by judges from the local art community; awards of up to $2000 will be given.

Upcoming Events & Deadlines

Sept. 5 — Community-Based Research Talk with Dr. Aakash Gautam at 11:00 a.m.
Sept. 6 — Coffee with an Artist at 11:00 a.m. in Hillman Library
Sept. 6 — Workshop with SWERY: The Power of Interactive Narrative at 5:00 p.m.
Sept. 9 — Global Scholarships Info Session at 12:00 p.m.
Sept. 10 — CivWiz Tabling at 10:00 a.m.
Sept. 12 — Preserving Democracy - Lavish Gifts, Judicial Ethics and the U.S. Supreme Court at 12:30 p.m.
Sept. 12 — National Association of African American Honors Program Annual Conference Info Session at 12:00 p.m.
Sept. 12 — German Scholarships Info Session at 12:00 p.m.
Sept. 13 — Women of the Cloud College Tour at 1:00 p.m.
Sept. 13 — Pittsburgh-London Film Program Spring 2025 Info Session at 12:00 p.m.
Sept. 16 — Goldwater Scholarship Info Session at 12:00 p.m.
Sept. 17 — Gilman Scholarship Info Session at 12:00 p.m.
Sept. 21 — FHC Building a Beloved Community - A Peacebuilding and Nonviolence Workshop at 9:00 a.m.
Sept. 23 — FHC YWCA Civic Chat at 3:00 p.m.
Sept. 23 — Spring Research Fellowships Information Session at 12:00 p.m.
Sept. 23 to Sept. 29 — Indigenous Cultural Festival
Sept. 25 — Latinx/Hispanic Heritage Month Film Screening at 6:30 p.m.
Sept. 26 — Gilman Writing Workshop 1 at 12:00 p.m.
Oct. 3 — Gilman Writing Workshop 2 at 12:00 p.m.
Oct. 20 — Deadline to submit for Envisioning a Just Pittsburgh.
Nov. 7 — FHC Homeless Children's Education Fund Civic Chat at 3:30 p.m.

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