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Oakland Crow
(light pole art)
Crows represent intelligence.
The Oakland neighborhood is known for its universities and its contributions to science, medicine, and innovation.
ICONS TO LOOK FOR:
Atom symbol: Represents the science studies at the universities
Medical cross: Represents healthcare in the Oakland neighborhood, including the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC) and the medical education programs at Carlow University. Also relates to Dr. Thomas E. Starzl (University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine), who performed the first successful liver transplant
Emoticon: Represents the smiley face emoticon, created by Carnegie Mellon University professor Scott Fahlman
Moon & stars: Represents the physics and astronomy studies at Carnegie Mellon University and the University of Pittsburgh, as well as the importance of preserving dark skies so future generations can see the stars
Vaccine dropper: Represents Jonas Salk, who developed the polio vaccine at the University of Pittsburgh
DNA strand: Represents biological and genetic studies
LOCATION:
Forbes Ave. between McKee Pl. and Semple St. (first pole on north side of Forbes in front of 3527 Forbes)
Each PittsBird has a hidden heart in it for love of community.
Can you find it?
