A proud alumnus of Pitt, Jim Currier was an avid fan of Panthers football and basketball games. He also enjoyed golfing, skiing, painting, and martial arts.
Major General Patrick Donahoe was involved in a controversy on social media after defending female soldiers in the military. An Inspector General investigation was launched and found that he had "failed to display Army values and core leader competencies," leading to a delay in his retirement. However, he has now been cleared of any wrongdoing and was allowed to retire.