From everyone at Pitt Wellbeing, have a safe and enjoyable break! Due to the University recess, our offices will be closed to the public Dec. 22 to Jan. 5 and employees are working remotely or taking time off.

Here are resources available during the break: www.wellbeing.pitt.edu/news/winter-...

On behalf of the #Pitt Wellbeing team, we wish you all the best this holiday season. Community and connection are critical to our success, and together, we are cultivating a community where all can thrive.

May your 2026 be filled with joy, prosperity, and opportunities!

Cheers! — Clyde

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We bet you’re looking forward to the winter break and year-end celebrations.

If you’re planning a gathering, experts have some tips to make sure everyone feels welcome and included, and to avoid common pitfalls that can lead to unnecessary stress:

pitt.ly/holiday-tips

🎄 This holiday season, CRNAs at UPMC Presbyterian once again demonstrated their compassion and commitment to community by participating in two service initiatives for the 2025 holiday season. www.anesthesiology.pitt.edu/news/upmc-pr...

As end of the year holidays and celebrations approach, remember that accommodations are available for students, faculty and staff of different faith traditions.

You can find a holiday calendar at our website and also learn how to request a religious accommodation:

pitt.ly/holidays

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Our office will be closed Nov. 27-28 in observance of Thanksgiving break.

Staff will be remote Nov. 26. To reach OIEW staff, call 412-648-7860 or email [email protected].

Pitt Concern Connection is available 24 hours at 800-468-5768 (voice) or 412-903-3456 (text).

Happy Veterans Day to everyone who served, and their families!

DYK? Pitt Veterans is an employee resource group that supports veterans, active-duty military members and their families in the University community. Email [email protected] to learn more.

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Your voice can make a difference. We’re committed to a culture on campus where everyone feels comfortable raising concerns and asking questions.

If you’ve seen or experienced bias, harassment or discrimination, we want to know about it: www.wellbeing.pitt.edu/civil-rights...

Tonight (Oct. 20), Disability Resources & Services will screen “Change, Not Charity: The Americans with Disabilities Act.” The film begins at 7 p.m. on the WPU Lawn (in case of rain, we'll move inside). Bring a blanket or a chair!

Snacks will be provided, and OCC credit is available for students.

Pitt Wellbeing is committed to providing a safe and welcoming campus for everyone by eliminating sexual harassment and misconduct.

Learn more: pitt.ly/prevention

For the second year in a row, Pitt has been named a Leading Disability Employer by the National Organization on Disability.

The University is one of only two institutions of higher learning to achieve the distinction in 2025:

www.pittwire.pitt.edu/features-art...

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Yom Kippur is the holiest day of the year on the Jewish calendar. Resources are available from Hillel JUC at www.hilleljuc.org and Chabad at Pitt at www.chabadatpitt.org

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Pitt Wellbeing unites four key areas designed to build a welcoming community on campus for everyone, including:

• Disability Resources & Services
• Civil Rights & Title IX
• Institutional Engagement
• Sexual Violence Prevention and Education (Prevention at Pitt)

wellbeing.pitt.edu

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Your voice can make a difference! If you’ve seen or experienced bias, harassment or discrimination on one of Pitt's campuses, we want to know about it.

Reach out to our Civil Rights & Title IX team or use the Pitt Concern Connection to report anonymously: www.wellbeing.pitt.edu/civil-rights...

Rosh Hashanah begins at sunset. The start of the Jewish New Year is often marked by prayer and fasting, and begins the 10 days of repentance that culminates in Yom Kippur on Oct. 1.

To find a faith community near campus, visit hilleljuc.org or www.chabadatpitt.org

Pitt Wellbeing is a new office connecting students, staff and faculty with resources that advance access to education and career success for everyone!

Learn more at www.wellbeing.pitt.edu

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