October 2021

Vol.: 2021-2022, No:3


 


News

Special Commencement Ceremony for Class of 2020 part of
Blue & Gold CelebrationThe University of Pittsburgh at Greensburg is ready to welcome alumni, students, faculty, and staff to campus this weekend for its annual Blue & Gold Celebration: Homecoming 2021. Nearly 20 percent of the graduating class of 2020 will be returning to participate in a special Commencement celebration on Saturday, Oct. 2.

Justin Cannalley ’15 to receive PGAA Young Alumni Leadership Award: The Pitt-Greensburg Alumni Association (PGAA) will present its Young Alumni Leadership Award to Justin Cannalley ’15 at the Alumni Award Celebration Dinner on Saturday, Oct. 2, as part of Blue & Gold Celebration 2021.

The Pitt-Greensburg PGAA Volunteer Excellence award will recognize Christopher J. Luccy, DMD, ’70, and posthumously to his wife, Barbara B. Luccy, RN, ’70 for their commitment to Pitt-Greensburg. The Volunteer Excellence awards will be presented as part of the Alumni Celebration Dinner planned for Saturday, Oct. 2, in the Hempfield Room at Pitt-Greensburg during the annual Blue & Gold Celebration.


Highlights
 

Virtual Visit with an Admissions Counselor Daily virtual visits are offered Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 8:30 a.m.  Evening virtual visits are offered Monday through Thursday from 8 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. At a daily virtual visit you will be instructed to take a virtual tour of our campus and then be able to schedule an online one-on-one meeting with an admissions counselor. The Zoom virtual link will be provided to you once you are registered for this visit. Visit our webpage to register.

Admissions on Campus Walking Tours: Take a one-hour walking tour with a Pitt-Greensburg student around campus. You'll get an overview of residence halls, academic buildings, and recreational areas. An admissions counselor may meet up to three families in a socially distanced room arrangement, and one student tour guide will chaperone a maximum of three prospective students per time slot. Each prospective student will be allowed to bring two guests on their tour.

Admissions Self-Serve Drive-Thru Campus Tour: Take a safe, Saturday drive-thru tour of campus at your own convenience! You'll have the opportunity to get a feel of what campus is like at the University of Pittsburgh-Greensburg. Registration is Required

Admissions In-Person Information Sessions: Join us on select Wednesdays and Saturdays for an admissions information session, and a walking-campus tour. Register for these sessions, which usually run from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.(Exact dates and times of these sessions will be available when you register.) During this session, you will learn more about the application process, campus life, academic programs, and criteria for applying. Questions are always encouraged!

Growth Through Knowledge and Understanding--Environmental Justice: Pitt-Greensburg and the Westmoreland County Diversity Coalition are again partnering to bring awareness to an important topic through their series, Growth through Knowledge & Understanding. This year, they will explore the topic of Environmental Justice. All talks are scheduled to begin at 7pm and will last for approximately 45-60 minutes. The talks will be available online. Each will be FREE and open to the public with multiple dates planned throughout the semester. Registration is required.

Virtual International Speed Friending: Whether you’re an international student at Pitt looking to make American friends or a native speaker of English interested in meeting people from different cultures, this FREE virtual event hosted by the English Language Institute on the Pittsburgh campus in collaboration with Pitt Bradford and Pitt Greensburg is perfect for you! If you’ve ever heard of “Speed Dating,” this is similar. The only difference is that the objective here is to make friends.

Education Resources Workshop: Looking for background information for an assignment, or doing research for a thesis or dissertation?  Need help finding sources?  This one-hour webinar will focus on the best resources for Education research and show how to get full-text content.  This session is geared for all Education students, with special attention to services and features for those writing their thesis or dissertation. Registration is required.

WestPACs Virtual Career Fair: Stop by Career Services (Chambers Hall, second floor) to find out how to register for this year's WestPACs Virtual Career Fair. Start your job search now or find an internship in your career field. So many opportunities! Registration is required.

Pitt-Greensburg Admissions Virtual Nursing Session: During this one-hour virtual session, you will hear from our Director of Nursing, Marie A. Fioravanti, DNP, RN, and our admissions team. This online Zoom session will provide an overview of the Pitt Nursing program, learn about gaining clinical experience, and the job outlook. This information session is offered to all students. For zoom link, registration is required.

Fall Break Diversity Student Coalition Trip to NYC: Pitt-Greensburg students will enjoy their fall break that runs from October 15 through October 17. Check out the trip to New York City that is hosted by the Diversity Student Coalition. The cost is $75. The bus leaves at 6 a.m. Friday and returns Sunday afternoon. Find out more from the Student Activities Office in Chambers Hall (second floor).


Blue & Gold Celebration 2021

The Celebration Continues!

 University of Pittsburgh at Greensburg
Annual Blue & Gold Celebration
Monday, September 27, 2021 through Friday, October 8, 2021.
 

Happening this Week!


The Art Show @Pitt-Greensburg is open and showcasing the talent and creativity of s
tudents, faculty, staff, & alumni, as well as friends of the University. Awards will be given for the top three fan favorites and judges’ picks. Stop by Millstein Library to vote for fan favorites during regular business hours from Sept. 27 through Oct. 7. An artists reception will be held Oct. 8 at 6 p.m.

Hospitality Tent Virtual Raffle will held again! Weren't able to attend the Blue & Gold Celebration in-person Hospitality Tent? You can still participate & win cool Pitt SWAG with with the Hospitality Tent Virtual Raffle!
 
Blue & Gold Celebration: PGAA Virtual Happy Hour: The PGAA Virtual Happy Hour is a great way for our alumni to participate in the Blue & Gold Celebration. A great event for those who live further away from campus, the PGAA invites ALL of our alumni to stop in the virtual room and catch up with classmates. Registration is required.

Blue & Gold Celebration Duck Dash: Student- and community-decorated rubber ducks will once again take to the waves of Slate Run Creek on campus for this year's Duck Dash, part of the Blue & Gold Celebration. The ducks will race for the glory of a spot in campus history!

Check the schedule of events for the annual Festival, Duck Race, Hospitality Raffle, and Alumni Events! Check event times and registration information.

Unless public health guidance changes, we are planning for the events to be held in-person and on campus.


Pitt-Greensburg Alumni Association (PGAA)

*      Save the Date: Communications Panel

Mark your calendars for the Communications Panel on Monday, November 15 at 6:30 p.m. The event is free and open to all members of the Pitt-Greensburg community.  More details coming soon! To learn more, visit the PGAA webpage

*    Resume Contest: Alumni Judged Needed

The PGAA and Career Services are in need of alumni to review student resumes this October for this year's resume contest.  Alumni typically recieve packets of 25 resumes. Packets will be mailed October 19
 
Register to be a resume judge.

*      Merry Mingle, Friday, December 3, 7-9 p.m., Millstein Library

Outside the snow will be falling, and inside alumni will be calling “Yoo hoo!”  Don your ugliest, silliest or craziest ugly holiday sweater and join the PGAA for the annual Merry Mingle. This year’s event will feature delectable hors d’oeuvres, a spirited signature drink, hot chocolate bar, ugly sweater contest, games, giveaways, and more Register for the Merry Mingle.

New! Parent/Guardian Facebook Group

Are you the parent/guardian of a current Pitt-Greensburg student? Join our discussion group on Facebook! This group is intended to build a community of Pitt-Greensburg Families and exchange information about University happenings.

The group link is  https://www.facebook.com/groups/149957810356453


Important Dates

Remind your Students!

September 25- October 8: Blue & Gold Celebration
September 27-October 8: Art Show @Pitt-Greensburg-
                                              Vote for your favorites!
October 6: Hispanic Heritage Month Food Fest
October 6: Blue & Gold Celebration: PGAA Virtual Happy Hour
October 6: Growth Through Knowledge and Understanding
                    Environmental Justice
October 7: Blue & Gold Celebration Founder's Day Duck Dash
October 7: Virtual International Speed Friending
October 7: Education Workshop
October 8: Blue & Gold Celebration Hospitality Tent Virtual Raffle
October 9: Pitt Greensburg Celebrates Make a Difference Day
October 12: Money Moves: Understanding Credit
October 13: WestPAC's Virtual Career Fair
October 14: Pitt-Greensburg Admissions Virtual Nursing Session
October 15 - 17: Fall Break
October 18-22: Pitt-Greensburg Fall into the Streets
October 20: Growth Through Knowledge and Understanding
                      Environmental Justice:
Environmental Policies and Systemic Racism
October 21: Pitt-Greensburg Octoberfest
October 29: Village Halloween Party


COVID-19 Response:

Please visit our webpage to access the most up to date information about Pitt-Greensburg's COVID-19 protocols, as well as our Health & Safety Guidelines.

The most recent CMRO Update is now available

Scholarship Opportunities


PittFund$Me connects you with real, relevant scholarships. As a current Pitt student, you can log into PittFund$Me and answer a series of profile questions. The adaptive matching engine will display scholarship opportunities that are tailored to you.


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!


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Calendar of important Academic Dates-Fall Term 2021


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