"Ask Us Anything"
'Tis the season for graduate school applications! Have a last minute question before you hit submit? You don’t need to make an appointment—just log in. In our "Ask Us Anything" drop-in sessions, School of Public & International Affairs Recruitment and Admissions Manager, Emily Renne, will be available virtually to answer questions and offer helpful context about our programs, resources, and the application process.
The first "Ask Us Anything" drop-in session will be held Monday, December 22nd from 10 am–12 pm EST. In the new year, sessions will continue every Thursday and Friday from 11 am–1 pm EST through the first week February.
Monday, December 22nd from 10 am–12 pm EST
Thursday, January 8th from 11 am–1 pm EST
Friday, January 9th from 11 am–1 pm EST
Thursday, January 15th from 11 am–1 pm EST
Friday, January 16th from 11 am–1 pm EST
Thursday, January 22nd from 11 am–1 pm EST
Friday, January 23rd from 11 am– pm EST
Thursday, January 29th from 11 am–1 pm EST
Friday, January 30th from 11 am–1 pm EST
Thursday, February 5th from 11 am–1 pm EST
Friday, February 6th from 11 am–1 pm EST
Registration is not required. Simply log in using this link and get the help you need! Need answers sooner? Email Emily anytime at emilyrenne@pitt.edu.
Our Team
The SPIA Recruitment and Admissions team is ready to help. Reach out!
Emily Renne
Recruitment and Admissions Manager
412-624-8504
Patricia Jackson
Recruitment and Admissions Manager
Rachel Lembeck-Edens
Recruitment and Admissions Coordinator
Have general questions about the school or the admissions process? Email spia@pitt.edu or call 412-648-7640.
Talk with Us
We are happy to talk to prospective students by phone, Zoom, or in-person. To make an appointment to speak one-on-one, contact us at spia@pitt.edu and let us know you're interested in scheduling a time to connect.
Campus Tours
Interested in visiting us in person? We offer campus tours Monday through Friday between 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM. Tours are led by current students or our Recruitment and Admissions Coordinator and provide an opportunity to explore our facilities, learn more about our programs, and gain insights from those who know the SPIA experience firsthand.
To schedule a tour, please submit your request at least one week in advance by contacting spia@pitt.edu. We look forward to welcoming you to campus!
Talk to a Current Student
Want to know what Pitt is like from a student perspective? Email spia@pitt.edu or call 412-648-7640 and let us know you're interested in talking to a current student. They'll follow up with you directly.