Monday, October 9, 2017 - Friday, October 13, 2017

Bridges to College Success, conference is set for educators and business leaders to discuss college and career readiness on Monday, October 9 at the University of Pittsburgh at Greensburg. Discussion is aimed at addressing the factors that pose difficulties for students transitioning to colleges and what it takes to prepare them for today's job market. Read More...

Monday, October 9, 2017 is Fall Break. Student will not have classes. Follow the Monday class schedule on Tuesday, October, 10, 2017. University Offices will remain open. Click Here...

Registration is open for the UV Splash-A Pitt Greensburg Night Color Run! As part of its Blue & Gold Week: Homecoming 2017 activities, the University of Pittsburgh at Greensburg will host its second annual UV Splash—A Pitt-Greensburg Night Color Run on Friday, October 20, at 7 p.m. This family-friendly fun run/walk is open to the greater southwestern Pennsylvania community.

Don't miss out on the Early Bird Registration! Register by October 11th for Early Bird pricing! Click Here...

Students, faculty and staff are invited to attend the Alumni Celebration Dinner on Saturday, October 21, 2107 from 5:30 – 8 p.m. in the Hempfield Room.  The PGAA will recognize Alumnus of Distinction Lawrence J. Helkowski (72), Young Alumni Leadership honoree Chad E. Smith (08), and Volunteer of Excellence Scott Szypulski (14).  Peer Leaders, VAPA majors and Men’s and Women’s Tennis, the 2017 affinity groups, will also be featured.  To register for the dinner, Click Here...

Pitt-Greensburg Majors Fair will be held Friday, October 13, 2017 in Chambers Hall Gymnasium. The Majors Fairs is an excellent opportunity to help students choose the educational direction they wish to pursue, as well as assist students who are undecided, thinking about changing majors or adding a second major. Click Here...

Thinking about graduate school? Start planning today at Pitt-Greensburg’s Graduate & Professional School Fair. The Fair will be held at the University of Pittsburgh at Greensburg’s Chambers Hall Gymnasium' 11:00 a.m. -1:00 p.m. Thursday, October 12^th. The fair is FREE and open to current students, alumni, and the public. Whether you are interested in a particular program or just want to check out the options, this is a great chance to do some preliminary research and planning.  For more information and a list of participating schools, Click Here... 

Join Student Alumni Association (SAA) in getting lost in a corn maze on Friday, Oct. 13!  SAA will be making its annual trip to Gearhard Farms for a corn maze, hayride and campfire.  The 2- hour event starts at 6 p.m.  Transportation will be provided.  The event is FREE for SAA members, and $10 for non-members.  To register for the event, Click Here...

Campus Store: Blue & Gold Week Promos! Stop in the Campus Store on October 20th & 21st during Blue & Gold Week for Great Deals!! 15% off ALL "Pitt" Merchandise, including clearance! 20% off Alumni Specials!  Extended Hours Friday & Saturday! FREE Frisbee with Purchase! For more information and Social Media Contest info, Click Here...

Art Show @Pitt-Greensburg

Founder’s Day, Tuesday, October 10, 2017 marks the opening of the Art Show @ Pitt-Greensburg.  Stop by Millstein Library during its regular hours of operation from Oct. 10 – Oct. 15 to vote for your favorite artwork.  Over 60 pieces of artwork from the Pitt-Greensburg and surrounding communities will be on display. 

Faculty, staff and students are invited! The Artists Reception will be held on Sunday, Oct. 15 from 6 to 8 p.m.  The top 3 fan vote getters will be awarded prizes. Light refreshments will be provided.  The show will run through Saturday, October 21 at 3 p.m. To register for the reception, Click Here...

Partners in Excellence

Faculty & Staff Campaign 2017-18

All those who contribute by Friday, October 6 will be eligible for early bird prize drawings.  For more information, contact Kellie Surmacz at pgdonate@pitt.edu or 724-836-7761.

Save the Date! The University of Pittsburgh at Greensburg will host its annual Blue & Gold Week festivities Tuesday, October 10, 2017 through Saturday, October 21, 2017. Don't miss this fun-filled fall week of activities!

NEW to this year's Blue and Gold Week is the Art Show@Pitt-Greensburg! Students, faculty, staff, and alumni, as well as friends of the University are invited to showcase their creations during this fall's Art Show@Pitt-Greensburg! Awards will be given for the top three fan favorites. Registration is now open! For more information, Click Here...

Join us for the UVSplash-A Pitt-Greensburg Night Color Run on Friday, October 20! Participants are splashed with glow in the dark color at multiple stations throughout the course ending with a vibrant color explosion finale! Register early to receive a color infused Dasher Kit! Special pricing for students, families, and alumni. Special gifts to TEAMS of 6 or more! For more information, Click Here...

Campus-wide fun with something for everyone! Check the schedule of events for the annual Golf Outing, 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...

News and Highlights:

Calling all artists for the Art Show @ Pitt-Greensburg! New to Blue & Gold Week, the Art Show @ Pitt-Greensburg begins Tuesday, October 10 and runs through Saturday, October 21 in the Millstein Library. Artists from both the campus and the surrounding communities are encouraged to participate.  Three winners will be chosen, and they will be announced and awarded prizes at a reception held on October 15 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.  For the guidelines and registration, Click Here...

Happenings:

The PGAA invites faculty, staff, alumni and students to the Alumni Celebration Dinner on Saturday, October 21, 2107 in the Hempfield Room from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.  As they honor the 2017 recipients of the alumni awards:

• Alumnus of Distinction: Larry Helkowski ' 74

• Young Alumni Leadership: Chad Eric Smith '08

• Volunteer of Excellence: Scott Szypulski '14

This year, alumni from the VAPA program, Peer Leaders and Men’s and Women’s Tennis will guest speak. The Alumni Celebration Dinner includes cocktails, an awards program, and dinner.  We look forward to seeing you! To register, Click Here...

Pitt-Greensburg Alumni will celebrate during Blue & Gold Week at The Welcome Back Picnic on Saturday, October 21 from noon to 3 p.m. This event recognizes all Pitt-Greensburg alumni. This year Alumni from the VAPA program, Peer Leaders, and Men’s and Women’s Tennis will be featured at the picnic as this year’s affinity groups. The Men’s Basketball Alumni Club (MBAC) will host a table at the Welcome Back Picnic for those that want to stop by to say hello!  The picnic is FREE, but registration is strongly recommended. For more information and to register, Click Here...

The Men's Basketball Alumni Club (MBAC)  will  host a luncheon to meet the Brody Jackson, the new Men's Basketball coach at Westmoreland Country Club on Sunday, October 22 from noon to 3 p.m. For more information and to register, Click Here...

For information on the many other exciting Alumni events taking place during Blue & Gold Week such as the Accounting Major Reunion that is taking place on Saturday, October 21 from 10:30 a.m. - noon and the Volleyball Alumni Match schedule for October 17 followed by a reception in Fireside Lounge, Click Here...

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...

Beacon: Student Success System

Students are encouraged to make use of the Beacon student success system! Learn about success tools and campus resources including links to Events Calendars, Organizations, and News.
 

Student success is made simple with two easy ways to log in:

Log into my.pitt.edu

Click “Academic Resources” near the top of the page

Click “Beacon” link on the right side of the page.

OR
 

Bookmark this link https://greensburgpitt.home.campuslabs.com/

Click Beacon

Enter your Pitt username and password

Millstein Library, at the University of Pittsburgh at Greensburg, is part of Pitt’s University Library System. It is a great source for all of your study needs! Stop by to to book a consultation with a librarian or enjoy a coffee or snack in the Research Collaboratory to enhance your study needs!

With Pitt-Greensburg's Job Posting System, College Central Network-CCN, students, alumni, and employers can link for all of their career needs. Sign in and search jobs posted exclusively for Pitt-Greensburg. Browse and sign up for workshops, programs, and events to learn more about career fields that interest you.

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

Calendar of important Academic Dates-Fall Term 2017

Engage-Student Events & Resources (sign in to create your personal Pitt-Greensburg profile)

View a complete listing of Campus Events.

Student Activity Calendar

Athletics Calendar