February 2019

Vol.: 2018-2019, No: 6


 


Events

Pitt-Greensburg's Written/Spoken Series welcomes Animal You'll Surely Become Author/Tarot expert, Brittany Hailer & Pitt-Greensburg Alum, Kara Goughnour. Hailer will be reading from her new book Animal You'll Surely Become and will offer a limited number of tarot readings during the reception following this FREE event that is open to the public. Alum Kara Gougnour will join in as a special guest reader with Creative and Professional Writing majors Kaylee Stinebiser and Chelle Jackson open the event. For more information, Click Here...

Historian Susan Sommers, PhD, will present "Arthur St. Clair: Myth and History" at the 2019 St. Clair Lecture on Tuesday, February 5, at 7 p.m. in Ferguson Theater. this event is FREE and open to the public. For more information and to reserve your seat, Click Here...

The Joan Chambers Concert Series welcomes Shana Mashego, soprano, and Jee Sook Cha, piano, to the University of Pittsburgh at Greensburg on February 15, at 7:30 p.m. in the Mary Lou Campana Chapel and Lecture Center. This event is FREE and open to the public. For more information, Click Here...

WANT Job and Career Expo. Pitt-Greensburg is one of five regional colleges and universities participating in the planning and implementation of the WANT Job and Career Expo, set for February 20 at the Ramada Greensburg Hotel and Conference Center. The WANT Job and Career Expo is free to all job seekers. There is no fee for job seekers to attend. Resumes and professional attire are strongly suggested for attendees. For registration information, Click Here...

Pitt-Greensburg students! Dress for the job you want - receive an extra 40% off select men's & women's career dress apparel and shoes when you show your Student ID at JCPenney's Suit-Up Event at Westmoreland Mall. Everything you need to finish your look for that next interview or new job - including suits, dresses, sport coats, dress pants, shoes and accessories. Stop by Sephora for a FREE mini makeover and sample. Book a FREE hair consultation and special savings on your first appointment at the Salon. Schedule a Professional headshot packages at the Portrait Studio. To register and learn more, Click Here...


Pitt Day in Harrisburg 2019

 

Registration is open!

 

Join fellow Pitt students, faculty, staff and alumni on Tuesday, March 26, 2019 as they gather from across the Commonwealth to meet with members of the General Assembly. This is an opportunity to give legislators a first-hand perspective of the challenges and changes facing public higher education. Join us on this day for your chance for your voice to be heard! For registration and information, Click Here...

 

Early Bird Registration! Students that register early by March 8, 2019 will be entered into a drawing for a Pitt Spirit Basket on the bus on return trip back from Harrisburg! 


Important Dates

Remind your Students!

February 5: Historian Susan Sommers, PhD; "Arthur St. Clair: Myth
                     History"
February 11: Deadline for Outstanding Faculty Award Nominations
February 14: Spanish Tertulias
February 15: Joan Chambers Concert Series: Shana Mashego & Jee
                       Sook Cha
February 20: WANT Job and Career Expo
February 21: Professional Impressions (Formerly Mock Interview
                       Night)
February 24: Dress for Success: JCPenney Suit-Up Event
February 27: Professional impressions: An Evening with
                       Pitt-Greensburg Alumni
March 26: Pitt Day in Harrisburg


Scholarship Opportunities
 

Win $20,000 for graduate school! Graduates interested in applying for the Sallie Mae Bridging the Dream for Graduates Scholarship, the application process is now open! To apply and to read more on this opportunity,  Click Here...

For a complete list of outside scholarship opportunities and links to application information, Click Here...


Pitt-Greensburg Alumni Association (PGAA)

Award Nominations:

2019 Outstanding Faculty Award

The Pitt-Greensburg Alumni Association is accepting nominations for the Outstanding Faculty Award through Monday, February 11.  This award recognizes excellence among Pitt-Greensburg faculty.  The award is presented at the Honors Convocation in April. To learn more about the award and past recipients, Click Here. To submit your nomination, Click Here.
 

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...

 

Volunteers Needed: Professional Impressions
 

Alumni volunteers are needed for Professional Impressions on Wednesday, Feb. 27.  Formerly Mock Interview Night, Professional Impressions provides students with professional experience, but in a new and exciting format.  The evening will feature a networking dinner with an emphasis on dining etiquette presented by Chartwells followed by an alumni panelAlumni are invited to participate in this event as table hosts and panelists.  Check-in begins at 6:15 p.m. in the Hempfield Room. To register, 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...


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...


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...


Campus Hours

You can view a complete list of Campus Times at Pitt-Greensburg. Please check frequently for updates during University breaks and holidays.


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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