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Pitt Washington Center
For well over a decade, Pitt's Washington Center has provided students with the valuable opportunity to study in Washington, D.C., and connect with our vast network of engaged and committed alumni.
Signature Student Experiences
Experiential learning creates a strong foundation for valuable public-service skills through opportunities like collaborative research, learning abroad, and other transformative student initiatives.
Career Services
Prepare for your future by networking with like-minded changemakers: participate in workshops, apply for internships, and develop skills to land the job you've envisioned for yourself in public service.
Centers and Initiatives
Home to our most impactful research, centers and initiatives will provide hands-on learning, valuable professional connections, and boost your resume with real-world skills.
News
Alumni Spotlight: The strategy behind the nation's top Fourth of July celebration— and the SPIA grad who built it
Brandon D'Alimonte (MPPM '22) turned a public event into a platform for economic development and community impact, an approach shaped in part by his time at SPIA.
Assistant Professor named to Council on Foreign Relations Education Ambassador program
The eight-month program will connect Dr. Melinda Haas with new resources, professional development, and a network of educators committed to preparing students for today's connected world.
Marla Ripoll named interim dean of the School of Public and International Affairs
Ripoll, a professor in the Department of Economics, has been selected to serve as interim dean effective at the start of the fall 2026 semester.