Enjoying Life Outside of Work
Life isn't just about work! Below are some recommendations for you and your family to enjoy outside of the office.
Arts & Culture
- Pitt Arts connects students, staff and faculty to the cultural community of Pittsburgh.
- Frick Art and Historical Center enables you to experience the culture and refinement of the Gilded Age at the Frick Art & Historical Center, located in Pittsburgh's East End. The museum and its multiple collections are the legacy of Helen Clay Frick, daughter of Henry Clay Frick, one of America's greatest industrialists and art collectors.
- Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh are four distinctive museums, all offering incredible experiences. Museums include the Carnegie Museum of Art, Carnegie Museum of Natural History, Carnegie Science Center, and The Andy Warhol Museum.
- The Children's Museum of Pittsburgh provides innovative museum experiences that inspire joy, creativity and curiosity.
Amusement
- Kennywood Amusement Park
- Sandcastle Water Park
- CoolPittsburgh can provide a plethora of ideas for fun ways to spend your time off.
Local Sports
- Pitt Athletics
- Pittsburgh Steelers (Football)
- Pittsburgh Penguins (Hockey)
- Pittsburgh Pirates (Baseball)
University Social Resources
- The University Club is available for all staff and faculty to join, providing access to dining and lounge facilities, a fitness club and a library/reading room.
Pittsburgh Shopping & Dining Destinations
- Shadyside Business District
- Southside Works
- The Waterfront Pittsburgh
- Ross Park Mall (North)
- South Hills Village (South)
- Galleria of Mt. Lebanon (South)
- Monroeville Mall (East)
- The Mall at Robinson (West)
Local Publications: Guides to Everything Pittsburgh from Dining to Top Doctors
Work/Life
Diversity
Pitt welcomes and respects individual differences, valuing a diverse workforce as a competitive strength.
Benefits
Pitt's benefits offerings are among the region's best, including a medical plan with no deductibles, tuition remission, life insurance, optional dental and vision coverage, a contributory retirement plan, and more.


