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SHRS is a nationally renowned leader in the field of health care education, research and clinical practice preparation. With 13 different disciplines related to health and rehabilitative care, SHRS shapes future generations of health care professionals—therapists, counselors, advocates, scientists, providers and practitioners—trained to serve the needs of all people regardless of background, levels of health or mobility. We are built on a legacy of academic excellence and innovation and fueled by passionate educators and researchers, allowing us to meet the health care and rehabilitation needs of today and drive meaningful change in the future.

Pitt leadership celebrates the formal opening of Fifth and Halket, the newest state-of-the-art building in Oakland that ...
10/15/2026

Pitt leadership celebrates the formal opening of Fifth and Halket, the newest state-of-the-art building in Oakland that serves as home to SHRS and to the School of Medicine’s Departments of Cell Biology and of Computational and Systems Biology.

With most SHRS programs now under one roof, Fifth and Halket creates new opportunities for interprofessional education, collaboration and hands-on learning across our school’s degree and certificate programs.

"Approximately 60% of the U.S. health care workforce is made up of allied health professionals like the dedicated instructors and graduates of this school. It’s important for people to realize that it’s not just one profession helping our communities, it’s the collaboration of all those health care professions, and a building like this allows for that collaboration to really take root." - SHRS Dean Jimmy Oñate

Discover how this exciting milestone is shaping the future of health sciences education 👉 https://www.shrs.pitt.edu/story/pitt-leadership-celebrates-new-shrs-fifth-and-halket-building/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook&utm_campaign=website-story&utm_content=carousel!

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A place for nutrition-minded students to connect, learn and grow! 🥗The Pitt SHRS Student Nutrition Organization (SNO), f...
10/12/2026

A place for nutrition-minded students to connect, learn and grow! 🥗

The Pitt SHRS Student Nutrition Organization (SNO), formerly known as the Student Dietetic Association, is creating a welcoming community for students interested in food, nutrition and dietetics. Any Pitt student is welcome to join!

The organization aims to increase the awareness of nutrition-related issues and the significance of the dietetic profession through programming and mentorship from professionals in the field.

"Nutrition encompasses food, health, science and community, and dietetics is one professional pathway within that broader space. We wanted a name that welcomes all students interested in food and nutrition while continuing to celebrate and support the dietetics profession.” - Caroline Passerrello, assistant professor and community coordinator in the Department of Sports Medicine and Nutrition, on the importance of broadening the group’s focus with its recent name change.

Learn more about SNO and how it’s expanding its community 👉 https://www.shrs.pitt.edu/story/student-nutrition-organization-offers-mentorship-and-community/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook&utm_campaign=website-story&utm_content=carousel&utm_program=dn

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💻 Meet Chris Bloss, a 2026 graduate of Pitt’s online Master of Science in Health Informatics (MSHI) program!After 22 yea...
10/09/2026

💻 Meet Chris Bloss, a 2026 graduate of Pitt’s online Master of Science in Health Informatics (MSHI) program!

After 22 years as a minimally invasive gynecologic surgeon, Bloss wanted to explore what could come next in his career. His passion for medicine, technology and lifelong learning led him to health informatics.

“I’m a lifelong learner. I knew I was not going to operate forever and as much as I love operating, I also love computers.” - Bloss

Bloss gained the knowledge and skills to pursue his goal of becoming a Chief Medical Informatics Officer (CMIO), an executive level position that bridges clinical practice and health care technology.

Read more about Bloss’ experience in Pitt’s online MSHI program and how health informatics is helping him take the next step in his career 👉 https://www.shrs.pitt.edu/story/the-online-master-of-science-in-health-informatics-experience-chris-bloss/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook&utm_campaign=website-story&utm_content=carousel&utm_program=hi-ms

Advancing mental health care for stroke survivors with aphasia! 🧠William S. Evans, associate professor in Pitt's Departm...
10/07/2026

Advancing mental health care for stroke survivors with aphasia! 🧠

William S. Evans, associate professor in Pitt's Department of Communication Science and Disorders, is leading a five-year, $3.17 million National Institutes of Health (NIH) awarded project alongside an interprofessional team of researchers focused on mental health improvements in stroke survivors with aphasia, a language disorder that affects the ability to speak, read, write and comprehend.

Through an innovative approach combining acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) with individualized communication strategy training, Evans and his team aim to help people with aphasia reconnect with their lives, build meaningful connections and navigate the challenges of communication.

Learn more about Evans’ research and the ways it benefits aphasia patients 👉 https://www.shrs.pitt.edu/story/will-evans-leads-research-on-stroke-survivors-mental-health/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook&utm_campaign=website-story&utm_content=carousel&utm_program=csd-ba

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10/05/2026

IT’S TIMEEEE! ⏰🎉

The moment we’ve been waiting for is here—the Upper-Level Transfer Application (ULTA) is officially OPEN!

Ready to pursue your future in health care at Pitt SHRS? Don’t wait—apply to our ULTA programs today 👉 https://www.shrs.pitt.edu/prospective-students/undergraduate-students/ ?utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook&utm_campaign=ulta-application-promotion&utm_content=video

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10/02/2026

🎮 Choose your ULTA Launch Party character!

The Social Butterfly — here to meet you and make connections
The Question Answerer — ready to help with all your application questions
The Pitt SHRS Swag Giver — no launch party is complete without some swag
The Snack Enthusiast — here for the food… and the application info

No matter the character, there’s a spot for you at the SHRS Undergraduate and Accelerated MS Application Launch Party!

📅 Wednesday, October 7
⏰ 11 a.m.–1 p.m.
📍 Schenley Quadrangle

Stop by to learn more about our Upper-Level Transfer Application (ULTA) programs, connect with our Enrollment Specialists, get your questions answered, grab some Pitt SHRS swag and enjoy some snacks!

View the details now 👉 https://calendar.pitt.edu/event/SHRS-Application-Launch-Celebration?utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook&utm_campaign=ulta-launch-party-promotion&utm_content=video

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Learning together to prepare for critical moments. 🤝🚑On Monday, September 28, students from Pitt Athletic Training (AT) ...
10/01/2026

Learning together to prepare for critical moments. 🤝🚑

On Monday, September 28, students from Pitt Athletic Training (AT) and Pitt Emergency Medicine Program (EM) came together in the new lab spaces at Fifth and Halket for a collaborative educational experience focused on the recognition and management of exertional heat illness (EHI).

Supported by an Interprofessional Seed Grant, the initiative gave students the opportunity to apply best-practice guidelines, practice rapid decision-making and experience how different health care professionals work together during a medical emergency.

From early recognition and assessment to rapid cooling and coordinated medical management, the experience emphasized the importance of communication, collaboration and role clarity when every second matters.

09/30/2026

If you’re seeing this, then you’re INVITED! 👀

Join our Enrollment Specialists at the SHRS Undergraduate and Accelerated MS Application Launch Party during the Upper-Level Transfer Application (ULTA) launch week! Stop by to ask questions, play games, grab some snacks and learn more about taking the next step toward Pitt SHRS.

📅 Wednesday, October 7
⏰ 11 a.m.–1 p.m.
📍 Schenley Quadrangle

Explore our ULTA programs:

Communication Science (BA)
Emergency Medicine (BS)
Health Informatics (BS)
Nutrition Science (BS)
Rehabilitation Science (BS)
Athletic Training (Accelerated MS)
Dietitian Nutritionist Program (Accelerated MS)

The ULTA application opens Monday, October 5—so mark your calendar and come celebrate with us! 🎉 View the details now 👉 https://calendar.pitt.edu/event/SHRS-Application-Launch-Celebration?utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook&utm_campaign=ulta-launch-party-promotion&utm_content=video

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🔬 Meet Otto Williams, the 2026 Undergraduate Student Summer Research Award recipient!A Frederick Honors College student,...
09/29/2026

🔬 Meet Otto Williams, the 2026 Undergraduate Student Summer Research Award recipient!

A Frederick Honors College student, Williams spent his summer exploring the biological impacts of resistance training through research at Neuromuscular Research Laboratory (NMRL) of the University of Pittsburgh, working alongside project mentor Chris Kargl, assistant professor in the Department of Sports Medicine and Nutrition.

The Undergraduate Student Summer Research Award provides Pitt undergraduate students with the opportunity to expand their research experiences while working with SHRS faculty mentors.

"This mentorship, coupled with his extensive experience in the field, has significantly enhanced my knowledge, particularly when compared to my research experience prior to collaborating with Chris. I am profoundly grateful for the mentorship I have received from Chris and all of the faculty at the NMRL." - Williams

Learn more about Williams’ research and his time collaborating with SHRS faculty 👉 https://www.shrs.pitt.edu/story/meet-the-2026-undergraduate-student-summer-research-award-recipient-otto-williams/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook&utm_campaign=website-story&utm_content=carousel

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