September 2019

Vol.: 2019-2020, No: 2


 


Labor Day Holiday

Campus' is closed in observance of the Labor Day Holiday on Monday, September 2, 2019. Classes resume and offices will open on Tuesday, September 3, 2019.


News

The University of Pittsburgh at Greensburg is seeking submissions to its third annual art show as part of its Blue & Gold Celebration 2019. This year, in addition to the General category, the show will feature a Judged category. Read More...


Events

 

Pitt-Greensburg will offer two personal financial planning workshops. Beginning Investing, presented by financial advisors from Waddell & Reed  is open to both campus commuting and the public. Beginning Investing will show how a small investment starting at age 22 will reap great financial rewards by at 65! For more information and to register, Click Here...

The 2019 Pitt-Greensburg Majors Fair will be held Thursday, September 19, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in Chambers Hall Gymnasium. This is a great opportunity for students to learn about their majors, fine-tune their direction, or add programs that will make them a stand out when competing for jobs after graduation. To learn more, Click Here..

Preparing Your Own Tax Return, the second in the series of financial planning workshops, will be held on Tuesday, September 26 at 6:00 p.m. Tax professionals from Gary W. Breckley Associate, Inc. will show you how you can easily prepare your own taxes. This workshop is open to both the campus community and the public. For more information and to register, Click Here...

Pitt-Greensburg will again host the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) Westmoreland One Walk on Saturday, September 28. For more information and to register, Click Here...


Important Dates

Remind your Students!

September 2: Labor Day, University Closed (no classes)
September 3: Student Senate Meeting
September 5: Activities Fair
September 5: Study Abroad Fair
September 6: Statler's FREE Fun Night
September 7: Renaissance Fair
September 9: Faculty Fight (not really) Club
September 12: Latin American Stories
September 17: Beginning Investing
September 17: Spanish Tertulias
September 19: Majors Fair
September 20: Faculty Recognition Display and Reception
September 26: Preparing Your Own Tax Return
September 28: JDRF Westmoreland one Walk
September 27- October 10: Blue & Gold Celebration
September 27: Pitt-Greensburg Golf Outing
September 27: Art Show @Pitt-Greensburg
October 2: Blue & Gold Blood Drive
October 2: Women's Volleyball Alumni Game
October 4: Academic Village 20th Anniversary Celebration
October 4: Art Show @Pitt-Greensburg reception
October 4: Bonfire
October 5: Pancake Man
October 5: Pitt-Greensburg Car Cruise
October 5: Alumni Welcome Back Picnic
October 5: Blue & Gold Festival
October 5: Stained Glass Tour with Artist Terry Bengel
October 5: Men's Soccer Game-2 p.m Ridilla Field
                    Women's Soccer Game-4:15 p.m. Ridilla Field
October 5: Pitt-Greensburg Alumni (PGAA) Celebration Dinner
October 5: Casino Night
October 5: Homecoming Dance


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!

** Stay overnight nearby to participate in the festivities throughout each day! **
We have rooms reserved at the Hampton Inn Greensburg.

The 20th Annual Pitt-Greensburg Golf Outing presented by Elliott Group will return to the Westmoreland Country Club on Friday, September 27. Gather your classmates, friends, family, and colleagues to compete on this championship course while having some fun in support of Pitt-Greensburg. The top alumni foursome (at least one Pitt-Greensburg alum) will be recognized on the perpetual Alumni Foursome Challenge trophy. For sponsorship information or to register, 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! New for this year are two submission categories – General and Judged. Registration is now open! 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, Academic Village 20th Anniversary, and Alumni Events! Featured alumni groups include Biology majors, Men’s Soccer, and Habitat for Humanity. For event times and registration information, Click Here...


Student Alumni Association

Upon graduation, your son or daughter will forever join the Pitt alumni family of more than 250,000 worldwide. The Student Alumni Association (SAA) is a great way to start their connections that will last a lifetime!

Scholarship Opportunities

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


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-Fall Term 2019.

View a complete listing of Campus Events.

Student Activity Calendar

Athletics Calendar


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