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Sydney’s Tips: Making and Keeping Goals
Since I’m an official emotional support animal around campus, I see students with a wide range of feelings about their studies: excited, focused, and–worst of all–stressed. Though I don’t understand anything about books and reading, I know that it’s not always...
Celebrating Women’s History Month: The First Female Mortician
March is Women’s History Month, and we want to celebrate by discussing the first female mortician in America. Women were typically in charge of caring for the dead before it became an occupation that was then taken over by men. This is due to both societal and...
Student Spotlight: BRE’ASIA GILLIS
Gillis is a twenty five year old future mortician and medical examiner born in Baltimore, Maryland. She developed the passion at an early age, being the first in her family with this interest. Bre’Asia is a 2020 graduate of the illustrious Morgan State...
PIMS CELEBRATES BLACK HISTORY MONTH
PIMS celebrates our diverse student body and recognizes the rich heritage of Black History Month. We honor all African Americans, but especially those who have chosen to dedicate their lives to the funeral service. For the month of February, we will be sharing some of...
Student Spotlight: DONAVION THOMAS
My name is Donavion Thomas. I was born in Brooklyn, New York and was raised there for most of my life. Until recently, my family and I transitioned to Dover, Delaware. As the oldest child of two college educated professionals, I was encouraged to attend...
Sydney’s Tips: Making and Keeping Goals
Since I’m an official emotional support animal around campus, I see students with a wide range of feelings about their studies: excited, focused, and–worst of all–stressed. Though I don’t understand anything about books and reading, I know that it’s not always...
September 2022 graduation
Onward and Upward: Congratulations Fall 20022 Graduates! One of our biggest honors is watching our students walk at graduation and take the next steps into their career. We gather together and celebrate one another's achievements while reflecting back on memories...
10 Gift Ideas For the FUNERAL DIRECTOR In Your Life
The holiday season is the time that we provide our loved ones with gifts to show that we appreciate everything they do. If you know a special person working in the funeral industry, you likely already know how profound their work can be for grieving families....
IS Mortuary Science Right for You?
While mortuary science is not an easy career to enter, it can be rewarding for those who handle it. It can be difficult to see people grieve during a difficult time in their life, but it can feel good to know that you are helping them with a very overwhelming...
PIMS Vote for Best Things to Do In Pittsburgh This Fall
Oh my gourd, it's our favorite season! Fall is a preferred season by many due to the chilly weather, beautiful scenery, and exciting fall activities. Like many other cities across the country, Pittsburgh has its fair share of fun events that you can do with your...
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Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science
Read about how our students are not just learning embalming; they’re mastering psychology, ethics, and the business of funeral service. As they train to be both compassionate caregivers and skilled professionals, they are reshaping this vital industry.
Whether you’re fascinated by the science or motivated by the opportunity to help families in need, this profession requires a true servant’s heart. It’s not an easy path, but for many, it’s a calling.
Relive the special moments, see some new regalia, and keep the celebration going! Congrats graduates!
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Today is Crazy Sock Day, and we've got some wild socks on display! 🧦
Can you guess which socks belong to these staff members? 🤔
Here are your choices:
👩🏫 Dr. Lease
👩🏫 Ms. Kelchis
👩🏫 Mrs. Elachko
🧑🏫 Dean Burns
🧑🏫 Mr. Ricci
👩🏫 Ms. Annie
👩🏫 Ms. Cush
👩🏫 Mr. Entenmann
Whoever guesses correctly first will win a pair of official PIMS socks! 🧦🏆
Drop your guesses in the comments! Good luck! 😎
In the photo with him: Sean Sweetman, the outgoing chairman, and Rachel Shipley, national president of the BIE, who joined allll the way from the UK.
This was at the annual general membership meeting and professional enrichment conference in Nashville.
SUPER excited to announce that next year's conference will be in Pittsburgh at PIMS! 💚
#NeverForget
Today, we welcome our newest cohort, class #171!
Welcome them to the PIMS Family below, and leave them some tips and advice 💚
