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Dietrich News
His PhD thesis solved a mystery — and may help turn a lake blue again
Growing up, Eli Hall’s family often visited the Allegheny Reservoir, a man-made lake that straddles the border between Pennsylvania and New York.
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A service dog opened doors for this senior
For Emma Levick, a dog made all the difference; in this case, a service dog named Zia.
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This senior knows positive change starts with conversations
Sam Podnar knows if she’s going to make her city a better place, she can’t shy away from difficult conversations.
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Alumna Rebecca Johnson is a 2026 Pulitzer Prize winner
Rebecca P. Johnson (A&S ’23) is part of a more than 75-member Chicago Tribune reporting team that recently won the 2026 Pulitzer Prize in Local Reporting.
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Dietrich School/CGS ROC Stars
Is there a staff member at the Dietrich School or College of General Studies who has recently or routinely gone above and beyond? Someone who makes a positive impact on their team or colleagues? Someone whose contributions make Pitt a better place to work? They sound like a ROC Star! And we want to know about them.
Nominate a ROC star and check out past ROC stars.