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April 2019 |
Vol.: 2018-2019,
No: 8 |
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Academic Year
Comes to a Close
As the Academic year draws to an
end, E-Connection will go on hiatus.
We will be back again in mid-August with the start of the 2019-20
Academic Year.
Have a safe and enjoyable Summer! |
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Events
Rescuing
Abundance. The Pitt-Greensburg Office of Student
Services and Pitt's David Berg Center for Ethics and Leadership
present Rescuing Abundance, a film exploring food
sustainability in Pittsburgh. The film is described as a food
sustainability film starring heroes from the Pittsburgh community.
The event offers Village credit and is FREE and open to
the public.
Click
Here...Check in on your
finances! FREE Credit Workshop! Pitt-Greensburg assistant
professor of Management-Accounting, Sharon Turchick, CPA, will offer a
FREE Credit Workshop that will show participants how credit,
its use and misuse can affect their lives. For more information and
to register,
Click Here...
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Commencement 2019
The
2019 Commencement Ceremony is
scheduled for Saturday, April 27, 2019.
For a
complete list of Commencement related details for students,
families, faculty members and staff about
tickets, academic attire, commencement-related activities,
Click here…
Attention Seniors!
Would you like a
commencement photo or a family portrait to commemorate graduation?
Photographer Robert Cifone will be at Commencement
taking photos of each graduate with Dr. Smith as
he/she receives their diploma. He will also be available after the
ceremony for family photos. For pricing and registration
information,
Click Here...
Celebrate with family, friends and
alumni! Make your reservations today for the Family
Appreciation Dinner on Friday, April 26, 2019. Reservations will
be accepted through Friday, April 19, 2019. For information and to
reserve your spot,
Click Here...
Do you have friends and family that are unable
to attend? Do you want to a DVD keepsake of this momentous
occasion? The ceremony will be available on a Commemorative
DVD for purchase. The deadline to purchase your Commemorative
DVD is April 30, 2019. For more information on how you can
purchase your Commemorative DVD,
Click Here...
We look forward to celebrating with you! |
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Pitt-Greensburg 23rd
Annual Children’s Literature Conference
The Pitt-Greensburg Annual Children's Literature Conference
featuring authors Ellen Oh and Jonathan Gottschall,
will be held on May 3, 2019. The Pitt-Greensburg Children's
Literature Conference serves educators and librarians
in the Western Pennsylvania community and beyond. The conference
will offer presentations by nationally known children’s authors,
informative breakout sessions, a continental breakfast,
a hot buffet lunch, and book signing. Registration is
required. For a list of presenters with brief bio's or to register,
Click Here... |
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Pitt-Greensburg at PNC
Park
Tickets on Sale Now!
Watch the Pirates take on the Milwaukee Brewers! All
Pitt-Greensburg students, faculty, staff, alumni, and their
families are invited on Saturday, June 1, 2019 to
participate in Pitt-Greensburg at PNC Park. Come early for
food, fun, and giveaways. Game time is 4:05 p.m. The
first 20,000 fans in the park will receive a Chris Archer bobble
head. For tickets,
Click
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Blue & Gold
Celebration 2019
Save the Date!
The
University of Pittsburgh at Greensburg will host its annual
Blue & Gold Celebration Friday, September 27, 2019 through
Thursday, October 10, 2019. Don't miss this fun-filled
week of activities!
Enjoy a day on the course as we celebrate
the 20th Annual Pitt-Greensburg Golf Outing, on Friday,
September 27, 2019 at Westmoreland Country Club. Participation in
this event is a great way to support our students and programs.
To view the registration information,
Click Here...
The Art
Show@Pitt-Greensburg,
is a great venue to showcase the talent and creativity of
students,
faculty, staff, & alumni, as well as friends of the
University who are invited to submit their creations during this
fall's Art Show @Pitt-Greensburg! Awards will be given for the
top three fan favorites. Registration coming May 2019! For details,
Click Here...
Campus-wide fun with something for
everyone! New this year is the Blue & Gold Blood Drive. Check the
schedule of events for the annual Bonfire,
Car Cruise, Festival,
Mini Golf, Pancake Man, Casino Night, Blue & Gold Weekend Homecoming
Dance and Alumni Events! For event times and registration information,
Click Here... |
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Important Dates
Remind your
Students!
April 1: Rescuing Abundance
April 4-7: Pitt-Greensburg Theatre Company: Young
Frankenstein: The Musical
April 3: FREE Credit Workshop
April 27: Commencement 2019
May 3:
Pitt-Greensburg 23rd
Annual Children’s Literature
Conference
June 1: Pirate Tailgate
August 26: First day of Classes
Sept. 27 - October 10: SAVE THE DATE! Blue & Gold
Celebration |
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Happening
Pitt-Greensburg's Office
of Residence Life has announced the February Residents of the Month.
The Community Assistants (CAs) from each residential area select the
Residents of the Month. Congratulations to those recipients!!
Read More...
Barbara Barnhart,
an instructor of biology at the University of Pittsburgh at
Greensburg, is one of five faculty members to receive the 2019
Chancellor's Distinguished Teaching Award. The award which
recognizes teaching excellence, was presented by Chancellor
Patrick Gallagher at the University of Pittsburgh Honor Convocation
in February.
Read More... |
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Scholarship Opportunities
For a complete
list of outside scholarship opportunities and links to application
information,
Click Here... |
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Pitt-Greensburg Alumni
Association (PGAA)
Award Nominations:
2019
Alumni Awards
The PGAA proudly recognizes Pitt-Greensburg alumni for
their professional accomplishments, service to their communities,
and commitment to the University. Nominations for the prestigious
Alumnus of Distinction, Volunteer Excellence, and
Young Alumni Leadership 2019 awards are being accepted now
through Monday, July 8, 2019. To learn more about the award
criteria, guidelines, nomination forms, and the 2018 PGAA honorees,
Click
Here...
PGAA Board 2019-2022 Term nominations
Join the Pitt-Greensburg Alumni Association Board, the
official representative group of Pitt-Greensburg alumni.
Members serve in an advisory capacity to the Office of Alumni
Relations and on the alumni Professional Development,
Engagement, and Events Committees. The Board of Directors serves a
critical role by providing strategic direction, resources, and
professional expertise to help carry out the mission of the PGAA.
Alumni are invited to nominate candidates to serve one
term of three years, beginning Monday, July 1, 2019, with the option
of being elected to a second term. Self-nominations are
encouraged.
Nominations will be accepted through Friday, March 29, 2019. For a
list of responsibilities, duties, and nomination forms,
Click Here... |
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Pitt Plus
Pitt-Plus is a
program sponsored by the University of Pittsburgh-Greensburg’s
Student Government Association (SGA) and Office of
Student Activities. This program is designed to assist in
providing and/or advertising discounts and services to current
students, faculty, and staff from local businesses.
Discounts range
from 10-15% or other extra incentives are offered. New
businesses are being added on an on going basis for our
Pitt-Greensburg community to enjoy! For more information or if your
business would like to participate, please contact Al Thiel at
ajt58@pitt.edu.
Just look for
the Pitt-Plus logo and show your Pitt-Greensburg ID to start
saving today!
For a current
list of participating businesses,
Click Here... |
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Gift Basket Program
You think of your
special student often, but your day is busy or you may be far away.
With the Blue & Gold gift basket program, the Campus Store
can deliver a
special package with a personal note from you that will
ease the stress of finals or add to the celebration of a special
event. To order your Blue & Gold Basket,
Click Here... |
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Campus Hours
You can view a complete
list of Campus Times
at Pitt-Greensburg. Please check frequently for updates
during University breaks and holidays. |
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Pitt Greensburg
Campus Calendars.
Campus Calendar of Important dates.
(Click "All" on the right of the screen to view important dates.)
Calendar of important
Academic
Dates-Spring Term 2019.
View a complete listing of
Campus Events.
Student
Activity Calendar
Athletics Calendar |
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