In 1925, when Carter G. Woodson planned the first observance of Black history, then called “Negro History Week,” he would not have guessed that the celebration would expand to an entire month and still be strong 100 years later. The theme for Black History Month 2026 is “A Century of Black History Commemorations.”
Women’s History Month began as a local celebration of Women’s History Week in 1980 and has since grown into a nationwide recognition of the achievements, leadership, and lasting impact of women throughout history and in our communities today.
Black Lives in Focus is a University-wide initiative that amplifies and showcases Black lives and Black voices while offering the opportunity to ask, "What do we learn when Black life is in focus?"
For the fifth year in a row, the University of Pittsburgh and the Council of Three Rivers American Indian Center will partner to bring the Indigenous Cultural Festival to the Pittsburgh campus in September. The ICF offers family-friendly educational activities that celebrate the historic and ongoing contributions of Native Americans in Pennsylvania and across the U.S.
From Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, enjoy exciting events and insightful workshops. Join us to honor the vibrant contributions of Latinx communities with food, music and engaging discussions.