Monday, September 30, 2019 - Friday, October 4, 2019


 Vol: 2019-20 No: 6

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Blue & Gold Celebration 2019

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!

Visit the Art Show@Pitt-Greensburg located in Millstein Library, 2nd floor to vote for your favorite piece! Voting ends at 4:00 p.m. on Friday, October 4. The exhibit runs through October 10. 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...


Highlights

Come join in the conversation and games--in Spanish! Speakers at all levels of the Spanish language are welcome at Pitt-Greensburg: Spanish Tertulia that takes place in the Village Coffeehouse at 11:45 a.m. on Tuesday, October 8. Click Here...

Happy Camper & Duck Decorating will take place on October 2 from 4-6 p.m. by the Bobcat Statue as part of Blue & Gold Celebration and a kickoff to the Founders' Day Duck Dash. For more information, Click Here...

Bleed Blue & Gold! Pitt-Greensburg will host an American Red Cross Blood Drive as part of the Blue & Gold Celebration in Smith Hall Lounge from 11:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Take time to donate! For information on registering, Click here...  

The Art Show @ Pitt-Greensburg is intended to showcase the artistic talent of the campus community, as well as the talent of those who live and work in southwestern Pennsylvania. Show your support of the Arts at Pitt-Greensburg and stop by Millstein library and cast your vote! The exhibit will run from September 27 through October 10. A reception will be held on October 4 from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. to celebrate the event. Click Here...

The Academic Village is turning 20! As part of alumni events during Blue & Gold Celebration 2019 the Academic Village will celebrate its 20th Anniversary on Friday, October 4. For more information about the event or to register to attend, Click Here...

Blue & Gold Week: Stained Glass Tour with Terry Bengel '80. An iconic feature of the Pitt-Greensburg campus is its collection of stained glass windows that are focal points of several buildings. Learn about what inspired these designs from the designer himself, Terry Bengel "80. Listen as he points out signature elements used in the windows, and other interesting facts. Click Here...

Founders' Day Duck Dash! Serving as the close for Blue & Gold Celebration 2019, student-decorated rubber ducks will take to the waves of Slate Run Creek on campus to race for the glory of a spot in campus history! For more information on this history making event and how you can enter the race, Click Here...


Pitt-Greensburg Alumni Association (PGAA)

Events

The PGAA invites you to join us on Saturday, October 5, for the Alumni Celebration Dinner. The 2019 Alumnus of Distinction Award will be presented in addition to the Alumni Volunteer Excellence Award and Young Alumni Leadership Award. Alumni from the Biology program, Habitat for Humanity, and Men's Soccer program will be recognized, also. To register, Click Here...


All of Us RESEARCH PROGRAM

 

On Thursday, October 10, Wednesday October 16, and Thursday October 17 representatives of the All of Us Pennsylvania, in coordination with the University of Pittsburgh , will be on campus conducting visits with individuals participating in the nationwide All of Us Research Program.

 

The All of Us Research Program is a historic effort to gather data from one million or more people living in the United States to accelerate research and improve health. By taking into account individual differences in lifestyle, environment, and biology, researchers will uncover paths towards delivering personalized medicine.

 

All participants receive a $25 gift card

upon completion of their visit.

 

You can schedule an appointment online by going to www.JoinAllofUsPA.org/home/schedule

 

Visit www.JoinAllofusPA.org for more information.


Coffee and Conversation with the President

Students are invited to join Dr. Robert Gregerson for "Coffee and Conversation with the President" on Tuesday, October 15, 2019 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Bobcat Station located in Chambers Hall.

Students will have the opportunity to engage in dialogue over FREE coffee on the President, and chat about their Pitt-Greensburg experience.

For more information and where to find out about future "Coffee and Conversation with the President" gatherings, Click Here...


Scholarship Opportunities

Nancy Florez Estrada Mentoring Award

STUDENTS: The deadline to make application to the Nancy Florez Estrada Mentoring Award is October 4. Students do not need to be nominated to apply for this award.

For information on how to apply, Read More...


Important Dates

October 2: Blue & Gold Blood Drive
October 2: Women's Volleyball Alumni Game
October 2: Happy Camper Cakes & Duck Decorating!
October 4: Deadline: Nancy Estrada Florez Mentoring Award
                   Application
October 4: Academic Village 20th Anniversary Celebration
October 4: Art Show @Pitt-Greensburg reception
October 4: Bonfire
October 5: Pitt-Greensburg Hospitality Tent
October 5: Pancake Man
October 5: Alumni Build: Habitat for Humanity
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: Bobcat Baseball; Fall Tournament
October 5: Pitt-Greensburg Alumni (PGAA) Celebration Dinner
October 5: Casino Night
October 5: Homecoming Dance
October 8: Spanish Tertulia
October 10: Founders' Day Duck Dash
October 10: All of Us Research Program
October 15: Coffee & Conversation with the President
October 16-17: All of Us Research Program


Pitt Plus
 

Pitt-Plus is a program sponsored by the University of Pittsburgh-Greensburg’s Student Government Association (SGA) and Office of Student Involvement. 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

Millstein Library, at the University of Pittsburgh at Greensburg, is part of Pitt’s University Library System.  It is a great source for all your study needs! Stop in for coffee and snacks and to book a consultation with a librarian in the Research Collboratory.


College Central Network

CCN for the University of Pittsburgh-Greensburg
Pitt-Greensburg's Job Posting System

Students can link for a variety of career needs!

  • Learn about upcoming career events, both on campus and in the region
  • Sign in and search for jobs & internships posted exclusively for Pitt-Greensburg, as well as nationals database
  • Check out tips for your job & internship search

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.

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