There has been a major shakeup in the University of Pittsburgh athletic department.
E.J. Borghetti is well-recognized as one of the top sports information directors in college athletics, serving as the executive associate athletic director for communications and working in the department for nearly 30 years, but he is taking a new position at the University. His official title will be Special Assistant to the Senior Vice Chancellor for External Relations.
Borghetti and seven others have been named to the Pitt External Relations leadership team, which has a goal to "amplify our public impact and accelerate strategic goals by aligning key externally facing functions." The leadership team will also be tasked with advancing the "Plan for Pitt 2028". It's an initiative that plans to "elevate the University's national visibility and reputation, driving public impact and executing a successful comprehensive campaign."
Borghetti had the following statement in the release:
“Working on behalf of Pitt Athletics was the realization of a childhood dream. Having the opportunity to serve the university’s broader mission is an extension of that dream. I’m incredibly honored to join the External Relations Leadership Team and continue serving the great people of Pitt.”
University President Joan Gabel recently had this to say about the newly formed team:
"By integrating these predominantly outward-facing functions, we will align our engagement and maximize our public impact to connect with audiences and elevate partnerships across campus and with alumni, industry, and the public sector. As we prepare for the launch of our comprehensive campaign — a key initiative of the Plan for Pitt 2028 — this approach will undoubtedly serve the University well."
E.J. Borghetti is well-recognized as one of the top sports information directors in college athletics, serving as the executive associate athletic director for communications and working in the department for nearly 30 years, but he is taking a new position at the University. His official title will be Special Assistant to the Senior Vice Chancellor for External Relations.
Borghetti and seven others have been named to the Pitt External Relations leadership team, which has a goal to "amplify our public impact and accelerate strategic goals by aligning key externally facing functions." The leadership team will also be tasked with advancing the "Plan for Pitt 2028". It's an initiative that plans to "elevate the University's national visibility and reputation, driving public impact and executing a successful comprehensive campaign."
Borghetti had the following statement in the release:
“Working on behalf of Pitt Athletics was the realization of a childhood dream. Having the opportunity to serve the university’s broader mission is an extension of that dream. I’m incredibly honored to join the External Relations Leadership Team and continue serving the great people of Pitt.”
University President Joan Gabel recently had this to say about the newly formed team:
"By integrating these predominantly outward-facing functions, we will align our engagement and maximize our public impact to connect with audiences and elevate partnerships across campus and with alumni, industry, and the public sector. As we prepare for the launch of our comprehensive campaign — a key initiative of the Plan for Pitt 2028 — this approach will undoubtedly serve the University well."
