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Tina Torquato Named Employee of the Quarter

Tina Torquato has been the well-rounded utility infielder and go-to employee for many projects at the Office of Public Safety and Emergency Management.  

This past year, Tina has served as assistant to Vice Chancellor Ted Fritz while also managing the front desk duties at the Jerome Cochran Public Safety Building, where she always greets workers and visitors with a smile.

Dr. Stitt-Fischer Selected to Lead EH&S

The University of Pittsburgh's Office of Public Safety and Emergency Management is proud to announce that Dr. Molly Stitt-Fischer has been named Director of Environmental Health and Safety.  Molly, who has been with the Department of Environmental Health and Safety since December 2010, will replace Assistant Vice Chancellor Jay Frerotte.  Molly was selected from a pool of highly qualified candidates. 

What You Need to Know About Monkeypox

On Thursday, Aug. 4, the Biden administration through the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services declared a national emergency "as a result of the consequences of an outbreak of monkeypox cases across multiple states ... after consultation with public health officials as necessary."

Monkeypox cases have reached more than 17,000 nationally as of Aug. 26, and the declaration will help facilitate distribution of necessary resources, such as vaccines and testing.

Photo Gallery: For Pitt Police, Another Night to Remember

The University of Pittsburgh Police Department participated in another successful National Night Out, giving the department a chance to interact with the Oakland community.

The event was held Aug. 2 under and alongside the big tent at Schenley Plaza.

Pitt Partners With Allegheny County to Monitor Monkeypox

The University of Pittsburgh’s Student Health Service and the Department of Environmental Health and Safety are working in collaboration with the Allegheny County Health Department to monitor the monkeypox case count locally and the potential impact on the region.

Pitt’s Student Health Service is able to provide monkeypox testing if the need is indicated.

EH&S Planning Emergency Evacuation Exercises Beginning Aug. 4

The Department of Environmental Health and Safety is planning to conduct a series of emergency evacuation exercises starting on Aug. 4..

Pitt Police Taking Part in National Night Out on Aug. 2

Pitt Police will be among the thousands of communities/organizations taking part in National Night Out on Tuesday, Aug. 2, from 6-8 p.m. at the Schenley Plaza tent off Forbes Avenue.

The event, held annually during the first Tuesday In August, allows law enforcement organizations and personnel the opportunity to engage with the community in a positive and family-friendly environment.

EH&S Will Resume In-Person Training

Each phase of life that returns to normal — whether it be a favorite restaurant reopening, students returning to class, or mask mandates being lifted — is a small victory in society's battle to overcome COVID-19.

When Temps Rise, Protect Yourself and Others

It sure is a scorcher out there, but there are ways to avoid being beaten down by the heat.

ISD tech Mark Waechter named Employee of the Quarter

Mark Waechter started at the University of Pittsburgh a

National Police Week: Pitt Police Honor Fallen Officers

Pitt Police training could be your guide in active killer scenario

It's a quiet morning, and faculty and staff have begun filing into work for the day.

Pitt Security Guard recognized for his service

Tyrone Carter, a University of Pittsburgh Security Guard posted at Trees Hall, was recently profiled by The Pitt News in its Silhouette series, which features interesting people on campus.

Photo Gallery: Pitt Police Carry the Torch for Special Olympics PA

After 40 years at Pitt, longtime police lieutenant heading West

After 40 years at Pitt, a longtime police lieutenant is heading West.