Hometown: Shoemakersville, PA

Major: Biological Sciences

Minors/Certificates: Gender, Sexuality & Women’s Studies, Chemistry

Favorite thing about Pitt: The opportunities. As a Sophomore I was able to do so much and get involved with organizations in so many capacities; from chairing committees on sexual assault prevention to being Head FYM. There is no shortage of amazing opportunities at Pitt.

Hometown: New Castle, PA

Major: Psychology

Minors/Certificates: None

Favorite thing about Pitt: The location. Campus is located near Downtown, CMU, and Shadyside. Oakland has such an at home feel, however there is a lot to do. Pitt gives me the opportunity to feel at home in the city.

Hometown: Belle Mead, NJ

Major: Undecided

Minors/Certificates: Undecided

Favorite thing about Pitt: That there are so many people – advisors, professors, RA’s – who are willing to help you accomplish your goals. There are so many people who want to see you excel and do what you're passionate about at Pitt.

Hometown: Lake Ariel, PA

Major: Philosophy

Minors/Certificates: Classic Civilizations

Favorite thing about Pitt: Spending my days in the Cathedral. I could be there for hours, but it feels like my home. It also makes me feel a lot like Hermione Granger.

Hometown: Monaca, PA

Major: Anthropology

Minors/Certificates: French

Favorite thing about Pitt: The diversity. Coming from a relatively small town with a very specific demographic, Pitt was an amazing change for me. There are so many different student organizations and programs dedicated for students from all walks of life.

Hometown: Churchville, PA

Major: Mathematical Biology

Minors/Certificates:  Spanish, Economics

Favorite thing about Pitt: Pitt is that it has opened my eyes and allowed me to appreciate the incredible amount of diversity that exists.

Hometown: Warren, OH

Major: Molecular Biology

Minors/Certificates: Political Science & Africana Studies

Favorite thing about Pitt: All of the opportunities available here! From research to such diverse events, it is so easy to submerge into the Pitt community and find multiple things to be a part of. All this makes it easy to call Pitt home.

Hometown: Imperial, PA

Major: German, Political Science

Minors/Certificates: Global Studies

Favorite thing about Pitt: All of the connections that I have made. I am friends with people I never would have imagined and that has been the best aspect of Pitt thus far!

Hometown: Pittsburgh, PA

Major: Psychology

Minors/Certificates: Spanish, Latin American Studies

Favorite thing about Pitt: As a transfer student this school made it easy for me to acclimate and help me reach my full potential as a student and as a leader.

Hometown: Ligonier, PA

Major: Public Service & Media and Professional Communications

Minors/Certificates: English Literature & Corporate and Community Relations

Favorite thing about Pitt: I love how busy Pitt’s campus is. There are always so many activities going on, making it impossible to get bored.

Hometown: Washington, D.C.

Major: Biological Sciences

Minors/Certificates: Chemistry

Favorite thing about Pitt: The amount of programs going on all the time. One of the most memorable was when Rae Sremmurd came for Bigelow Bash. I was in the front row. Pitt is amazing!

Hometown: Pittsburgh, PA

Major: Health Services, Economics

Minors/Certificates: Conceptual Foundations of Medicine, Community Health Assessment, Managing Health Services Programs & Projects

Favorite thing about Pitt: The memories I will never forget and friends I will have for a lifetime.

Hometown: Hopewell, NJ

Major: Psychology & Africana Studies

Minors/Certificates: Chemistry

Favorite thing about Pitt: The variety and opportunities that are available due to our campus connection and integration with the city.

Hometown: Frederick, MD

Major: Rehabilitation Sciences

Minors/Certificates: Chemistry, French

Favorite thing about Pitt: All the great opportunities and experiences in the city. There are so many museums, restaurants, and shops close to Pitt.

Hometown: Bala Cynwyd, PA

Major: Political Science

Minors/Certificates: None

Favorite thing about Pitt: The sheer amount of opportunities being on this campus and in this city provides; whichever avenue you wish to pursue, you can find the road to success at Pitt!

Hometown: Abhiman Hills, India

Major: Microbiology

Minors/Certificates: Chemistry

Favorite thing about Pitt: How accepting the community is. You can be whoever you want to be and the people here will always support you. It’s been like that for me and hopefully it will be like that for you too!

Hometown: Pittsburgh, PA

Major: Undeclared

Minors/Certificates: None

Favorite thing about Pitt:  The fact that there is always something happening on campus. We can get into the museums for free with our Pitt ID, there are organizations that set up free movie nights at the WPU. My favorite activity is therapy dog Tuesday, every Tuesday.

Hometown: Birdsboro, PA

Major: Statistics

Minors/Certificates: Economics

Favorite thing about Pitt: The location. I absolutely love living in the city! Oakland is an incredible and fun neighborhood. Also, since we get free city transportation, it’s so easy to travel to different areas of the city, explore, and try new things!

Hometown: Jefferson Hills

Major: Environmental Science, Business

Minors/Certificates: Spanish

Favorite thing about Pitt: The location. Oakland is such a fun neighborhood and it is very central – only 10 minutes from Downtown!