Begin your journey at our Cathedral of Learning, affectionately known as "Cathy." As the tallest educational building in the Western Hemisphere, Cathy soars 535 feet high across 42 stories. Inside, you'll find 31 nationality rooms., 29 of which serve as active classrooms. Each room is dedicated to a country's cultural heritage, commemorating the diverse cultures that have shaped Pittsburgh's history and growth.

Across from the Cathedral of Learning stands Schenley Plaza , offering an acre of green space, dining options, a pavilion hosting live entertainment, and a PNC-sponsored carousel (rides available for $2). Adjacent is the Mary Schenley fountain, erected in 1918, honoring her contribution of the 456-acre Schenley Park, which boasts trails, woods, and various attractions.

Walk between Posvar Hall and the Hillman Library to find the bright yellow steel statue that many call the “Giraffe”. Posvar Hall is home to many Pitt schools and departments. The Hillman Library is the largest of Pitt’s 26 libraries and collections in our University Library System. Hillman Library contains approximately 1.5 million volumes and over 200 computers. FUN FACT: The original home plate for Forbes Field is located on the first floor of Posvar Hall. Can you find it?

The largest housing complex on Pitt’s campus, accommodating 1,868 students each year. Towers A and B offer double rooms and Tower C offers single rooms. Every Pitt residence hall has a welcome attendant at the door 24-hours a day/7 days a week. The Litchfield Towers lobby connects all three towers and contains laundry facilities, the mailroom, and Panther Central, a one-stop student services center. Located below the towers is The Eatery, Pitt’s largest student dining facility.

Look up from the center of campus and around at the tall buildings -- those are five residence halls: Holland, Brackenridge, Bruce, McCormick, and Amos. Schenley Quad is filled with shops and eateries for a morning meal or a late night snack. It is a great place to study while getting fresh air or to meet up with friends. The entrance to the University bookstore can be found here! FUN FACT: Brackenridge Hall is named after Hugh Henry Brackenridge, the founder of University of Pittsburgh (Formerly Pittsburgh Academy).

Originally Pittsburgh's leading hotel in 1898, the building is now Pitt's hub for 650+ student clubs and organizations. It houses Student Services offices such as the Career Center, PittArts, Pitt Program Council, the Global Experiences Office, and Disability Resources and Services (DRS). Additionally, the Union's lower-level hosts Schenley Cafe and Nordy’s Place, a recreational space offering an arcade, snacks, and pool and ping pong tables.