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10/14/2026

Congratulations to our 2026 Coleman Award for Excellence in Community Service recipients: Guillermo Velazquez, Tom Baker, and Mark Nordenberg!

These three leaders embody the spirit of service and the legacy of Moe Coleman. Thank you to everyone who joined us on Thursday, October 1 to celebrate these incredible individuals and the impact they've made on the region.

Learn more about this year’s recipients: https://iop.pitt.edu/coleman

10/07/2026

Join the Dick Thornburgh Forum for Law & Public Policy on Thursday, October 22 at 12:30 p.m. for the next installment of Reshaping Government: Possibilities and Perils. David Thornburgh and Paul Supowitz will host a conversation with Jennifer Morrell and Harry Black on “Election Integrity in 2026: Facts, Myths, and the Fight for Trust.”

Learn more: https://www.thornburghforum.pitt.edu/election-integrity-2026-facts-myths-and-fight-trust

Register now: https://pittforms.tfaforms.net/424615

09/22/2026

Announcing the 2026 Coleman Awardees for Excellence in Community Service.

The Institute of Politics at the University of Pittsburgh recognizes Tom Baker, Mark Nordenberg, and Guillermo Velazquez. These three leaders exemplify the legacy of Moe Coleman and an exceptional commitment to this region.

Learn more about the award recipients at https://iop.pitt.edu/coleman

08/17/2026

Join the Dick Thornburgh Forum for Law and Public Policy on Thursday, September 17 at 4:15 p.m. for the next installment of The American Experience Distinguished Speaker Series. Robert Pape will present “The Iran War and the Most Dangerous Elections in our Lifetime.”

Learn more: https://www.thornburghforum.pitt.edu/iran-war-and-most-dangerous-elections-our-lifetime

Register now: https://pittforms.tfaforms.net/424615

In person attendance is suggested. Virtual option available when registering.

07/29/2026

Nominations are open for the 2026 Coleman Award for Excellence in Community Service!

Do you know someone who leads with heart, gives generously, and makes our community better? Nominate them by August 7: https://pitt.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_7VSHQqCxHdj9xDE

07/13/2026

Nominations are now open for the 2026 Coleman Award for Excellence in Community Service!

Do you know someone who leads with selfless service, inspires those around them, and has left a lasting mark on our community? This award recognizes extraordinary leaders who generously give their time to community activities and inspire others to do the same. Nominate a changemaker who has made an impact on this region by August 7.

Submit your nomination here: https://pitt.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_7VSHQqCxHdj9xDE

07/01/2026

The Dick Thornburgh Forum for Law and Public Policy is pleased to welcome Paul Supowitz as its new Director. Paul steps into this role as Chancellor Emeritus Mark Nordenberg retires from the University of Pittsburgh after many years of distinguished service and leadership.

We are grateful for Mark's dedication to the Forum and his lasting contributions to the University of Pittsburgh community, and we look forward to the new energy and perspective Paul brings to this position.

Learn more about Paul:
https://www.thornburghforum.pitt.edu/node/329

03/17/2026

Have you made a difference in the lives of those with disabilities? Learn more about this unique award which is available to students from all University of Pittsburgh campus locations at https://www.thornburghforum.pitt.edu/grants-awards/dick-thornburgh-forum-disability-service-award

The deadline to apply is March 27, 2026.

03/03/2026

Congratulations to IOP Graduate Policy Intern, Yoni Preuss, who earned the Alex Yerkey Memorial Scholarship from the Southwest Section of the Pennsylvania Chapter of the American Planning Association (APA PA SW) in recognition of his commitment to the field of urban planning.

Read the announcement: https://www.spia.pitt.edu/news/mpa-student-awarded-scholarship-american-planning-association

02/12/2026

Join the Dick Thornburgh Forum for Law & Public Policy on Tuesday, March 3 at 4:00 p.m. for the next installment of Reshaping Government: Possibilities and Perils. Michael Missal will present “The Firings of Inspectors General, the Demise of Independent and Nonpartisan Government Oversight, and the Unprecedented Attacks on the Federal Workforce.”

Learn more: https://www.thornburghforum.pitt.edu/3326-reshaping-government-possibilities-and-perils-firings-inspectors-general-demise-independent

Register now: https://pittforms.tfaforms.net/424615

In person attendance is suggested. Virtual option available when registering.

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