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Obituary: Jonathan 'Jon' Hurwitz, longtime Pitt political science professor, dies at 71 • Nov. 6, 2026, 4:00 AM ET (The Colorado Springs Gazette)
Study uncovers why pulmonary hypertension patients report symptoms of cognitive decline • Nov. 2, 2026, 3:12 PM ET (News-Medical)
The Pittsburgh region’s elderly population is projected to spike. Pa.’s senators say they’re concerned. • Oct. 30, 2026, 3:00 AM ET (Pittsburgh Tribune-Review)
Pitt aims to become a national leader in energy research and solutions • Oct. 29, 2026, 3:00 AM ET (Pittsburgh Tribune-Review)
Unstable immune cells linked to severe cancer immunotherapy side effects • Oct. 22, 2026, 4:40 PM ET (News-Medical)

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Also Known As Pittsburgh Academy • Western University of Pittsburgh
Date 1787 - present
Areas Of Involvement public education
Notable Alumni Terrance Hayes • Aaron Donald • Mike Ditka • Werner Herzog • Rick Santorum • Orrin Hatch • John Irving • Michael Chabon • Mark Cuban • Ben Cardin • Dan Marino • Wangari Maathai • Holmes Rolston III • Philip Showalter Hench • Paul Lauterbur

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