Week in Review

INTERNATIONAL ENERGY SECURITY

Werner D. Lippert, a specialist in U.S. foreign relations at Indiana University of Pennsylvania (IUP), delivered an April 2 lecture in Alumni Hall that was sponsored by Pitt’s Center for National Preparedness and IUP’s John P. Murtha Institute for Homeland Security. Lippert discussed anticipated changes in international security policies under the Obama Administration as well as the United States’ security vulnerabilities that stem from foreign energy dependence.

UNIVERSITY CLUB OPENS

Diners enjoyed lunch at the University Club’s Fraternity Grill on April 1, which was opening day for the club following a $20 million renovation. The historic building at 123 University Place offers a faculty-and-staff club, fitness center, and dining facilities as well as banquet and conference rooms that are available to club members and the public.

SPIKE LEE DISCUSSES PASSION

Spike Lee told Pitt students and other members of his audience in David Lawrence Hall on March 31 to find professions they love and work hard, even when it’s difficult. Lee, a famed filmmaker, writer, actor, producer, and director, was brought to campus by Pitt’s Black Action Society.