DOCSLIB.ORG

University of Pittsburgh Student Unions' Policies and Procedures

Total Page：16

File Type：pdf, Size：1020Kb

Download full-text PDF Read full-text
University of Pittsburgh Student Unions' Policies and Procedures University of Pittsburgh Student Unions’ Policies and Procedures Handbook The policies and procedures found within this document are an extension of Building Management’s confirmation for events and are designed to give event hosts a clear understanding of their responsibilities. Users/Clients of the facility shall observe all applicable student union and University of Pittsburgh policies, as well as all local, state and federal laws, statutes, and ordinances. The client shall only have the use of the facilities as stated in their event confirmation. All alterations to the facility, building systems, room setups or equipment are subject to approval from Building Management staff and are subject to applicable fees. Clients must follow all reasonable directives from Building Management staff in order to uphold all policies and procedures as stated in this document. At the end of every event, the facility should be left in a clean, safe condition. Building Management reserves the right to alter and/or amend the Policies and Procedures Handbook as necessary. Any matter not expressly covered within this document will be reviewed and decided by William Pitt Union or O’Hara Student Center Building Managers. For the purposes of this document, the William Pitt Union may be referred to as WPU, and the O’Hara Student Center may be referred to as OSC. Jump to Table of Contents 2020-2021 PREFACE: The policies and procedures listed in this handbook are subject to change due to the COVID-19 guidelines and the University’s COVID-19 posture. The list below provides some, but not all, changes that have been made to our handbook due to COVID-19. COVID-19 CHANGES: 1. Adjusted WPU & OSC hours of operation can be found at williampittunion.pitt.edu. Our current hours are: Mon-Fri: 8am-11pm Sat: 10am-5pm Sun: Closed 1. The WPU pianos are not reservable until after classes conclude on the main floor 2. Nordy’s Place is closed for Spring 2021 and we are not accepting Nordy’s Snack Package requests this semester 3. The WPU Ticket Office services are being provided at the WPU Information Desk for the Spring 2021 Semester. 4. The WPU and OSC Reservations Offices are operating remotely this semester. Please email or call for assistance. 5. When reserving space in EMS please note our booking rules have changed. All meeting rooms, dance studio space, and Quad tabling will require submission at least 3 days in advance in EMS. 6. When you fill out an EMS reservation you will see new questions asking for additional details regarding the in-person need for your event/meeting. Please be as detailed as possible to ensure your event can be reviewed. 7. The WPU multipurpose rooms, WPU tabling, OSC rooms, and the University Classrooms are not reservable in EMS for the Spring 2021 semester 8. Schenley Quad #’s 1 & 3 are reservable for the Spring 2021 semester 9. Reservations in spaces outside of EMS are subject to the guidelines of their overseeing departments and may differ from the WPU 10. Cathedral Lawn #2 is reservable for the Spring 2021 semester 11. If interested in serving food at your event or meeting, please note that we are no longer approving buffet style snacks such as veggie trays and shared bowls of chips under our snack approval form. All food must be individually wrapped and packaged from a store. Catering policies should be reviewed with Pitt Catering Co. and should follow the new Food Services guidelines. 12. No homemade bake sales will be approved this semester. To review COVID-19 guidelines outlined by the University of Pittsburgh as well as review the current posture of the university and its branch campuses, visit https://www.coronavirus.pitt.edu/. 2 | Last updated 1 / 2 7 /21 Jump to Table of Contents TABLE OF CONTENTS BUILDING OPERATIONS A. Contact Information B. Hours of Operation C. Building Services a. Access b. Deliveries c. Fitness Center d. Information Desk Rentals e. Loading & Unloading f. Lost and Found g. Nordy’s Place h. Pianos i. Reflection Room j. Ticket Office k. Will Call l. WPU Plaza and Outdoor Space RESERVATIONS A. EMS Access B. Glossary of Spaces C. Booking Rules D. EMS Statuses E. Policy Violations F. Event Pricing G. Custodial/Tradesperson Pricing H. Furniture Requests a. Room Set Ups b. Stage Builds c. Special Event Furniture Rentals I. Event Storage a. Lockers and Storage Units b. Office Space J. Technical Services EVENT POLICIES AND PROCEDURES A. Alcohol B. Alcohol Simulations C. Assumption of Risk D. Bikes and Skateboarding E. Bingo F. Blood Drives G. Chalking H. Contracts a. Contract Waiver b. Live Performances c. Instructor Services/Training I. Dances J. Decorations 3 | Last updated 1 / 2 7 /21 Jump to Table of Contents K. Drones L. Drugs and Tobacco M. Events with Minors N. Food Policies a. Snack Approval b. Pitt Catering i. Catering Drop Off (No Wait Staff) ii. Catering Pick Up iii. Panther Central Donated Food c. Catering Exemption d. Nordy’s Menu Package e. SORC Concessions f. Potlucks and Homemade Food g. Food Trucks O. Fronting/Co-Sponsorship P. Fundraising a. Crowd Funding b. Bake Sales c. Food Sales/Giveaways d. Merchandise e. Prohibited Sales Q. Games of Chance R. Movie Showing/Copyright S. Noise T. Open Flame U. Overnight Events V. Pets and Animals a. Service b. Therapy or Emotional Support W. Police Presence/Security X. Political Campaigns Y. Prizes Z. Protests and Demonstrations AA. Solicitation BB. Special Events a. Building Structures b. Destructive Events c. Dunk Tanks d. Food Eating Competitions e. Pie Throwing f. Tents g. Tie-Dye CC. Vendors DD. Weddings, Religious Ceremonies, and Receptions EVENT PLANNING RESOURCES A. Event Planning Checklist B. Event Planning Meetings C. Accessibility D. Marketing a. Banners b. Bulletin Boards/Flyers c. Digital Signs 4 | Last updated 1 / 2 7 /21 Jump to Table of Contents d. Sandwich Boards and Yard Signs E. Sustainability F. Additional Resources BUILDING OPERATIONS A. Contact Information Administrative/Academic Madison WPU Reservations Departments & Student [email protected] Yanosky Coordinator Organization Events WPU Assistant Student Affairs Events Katy Tufts [email protected] Building Manager WPU Operations Nordy’s Place Events Eric Black [email protected] Coordinator O’Hara Student Center (OSC) OSC Building John Hoehn [email protected] Events Manager Technical Services for WPU & Technical Services Mike Tulak [email protected] OSC Events Manager EMS Activation and WPU Reservations Staff [email protected] Troubleshooting Reservations WPU General Event Planning Reservations Staff [email protected] Reservations WPU CCLD 630 Events Dedra Jones CCLD Receptionist [email protected] Coordinator of Recreation and Athletic Space Hunter England Competitive and [email protected] Recreational Sports B. Hours of Operation Academic Term Hours **Hours are adjusted during the summer term and during recesses/holidays** William Pitt Union General Building Hours Monday – Friday | 7am – 12am Saturday & Sunday | 8am – 12am Reservations Office Monday – Friday | 9am – 5pm Ticket Office Monday – Friday | 10am – 5pm Nordy’s Place 5 | Last updated 1 / 2 7 /21 Jump to Table of Contents Monday – Friday | 10am – 12am Saturday & Sunday | 4pm – 12am O’Hara Student Center General Building Hours Sunday - Saturday | 8am – 12am Reservations Office Monday – Friday | 9am – 5pm C. Building Services a. Access: In order to gain after-hours swipe access to either of the Student Unions, please contact the Building Manager. This access will only be given out at the Building Manager’s discretion due to the safety and security of the facility. It is possible to open the Student Unions early for events in special circumstances. Please reach out to the Building Managers of the WPU or OSC to discuss opening outside of normal business hours. There is a cost associated with opening buildings beyond building hours, please see the Event Pricing section of this handbook. To receive a key to your office located within a Student Union, please contact the Building Manager who will order additional or replacement key’s from the University’s key shop for $5.00 per key. The university department or student organization will incur the cost of any key orders. For student organizations’ keys that are kept at a Student Union information desk, the organization representative must turn in an activity pass and their Pitt ID. To request an activity pass, please have the student organization president or advisor submit a request to the following link: Activity Pass Request Form. Activity passes are good for 1 academic year. All keys must be returned no later than 30 minutes before the building closes the same day as check out. b. Deliveries: Building Management will not accept deliveries or store items on behalf of events. The SORC accepts mail on behalf of all registered student organizations on Pitt’s campus. The Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life accepts mail on behalf of all three tri-councils on Pitt’s campus. All other deliveries should be addressed to the department in the William Pitt Union or O’Hara Student Center. c. Fitness Center: The Fitness Center located on the 3rd floor of the William Pitt Union consists almost entirely of cardio equipment. There is also an aerobic/dance room and studio cycling room used for calisthenics and group exercise classes. The space is maintained and staffed by the Department of Campus Recreation at Pitt. The rooms in the fitness center can only be reserved during weekend hours. The center’s hours vary based on the semester. The fitness center is for Pitt students only. A Pitt ID is required to check-in to use the equipment or attend a class. 6 | Last updated 1 / 2 7 /21 Jump to Table of Contents d.
Load more

Recommended publications
  • Omicron Delta Kappa Senior of the Year Award
    Omicron Delta Kappa Senior of the Year Award Dear Senior, Thank you for your interest in the Omicron Delta Kappa Senior of the Year Award. Since the 1920’s the University of Pittsburgh chapter of Omicron Delta Kappa, the national leadership honor society, has recognized one recently graduated or graduating senior who exemplifies leadership of exceptional quality and versatility. The winner is announced at the annual Honors Convocation to be held this year on February 22. Additionally, your name will be engraved on a stone in the ODK Leadership Walk between the Cathedral of Learning and Heinz Memorial Chapel. The purpose of the SENIOR OF THE YEAR award is to: Recognize a student for meritorious leadership and extracurricular activities; Recognize a student who has developed as a whole person, both as a member of the Pitt community and as a prospective contributor to the greater world; Recognize exemplary character, responsible leadership, service in campus and/or community life, scholarship, genuine fellowship, and dedication to democratic ideals; Recognize the type of student who the University aspires to produce; Inspire others to strive for similar conspicuous attainments. The application is below and should be accompanied by your academic transcript (unofficial is acceptable), resume, two letters of recommendation (include one from a peer), signed copy of the Office of Student Conduct Disciplinary Clearance Form, and a typed, one-page essay (1.5 spacing, Times New Roman) describing why you qualify as Senior of the Year. Please submit all materials as single-sided pages because copies will need to be made. All students eligible to graduate April 2019 may apply.
    [Show full text]
  • Alumni, Students Come Together for Homecoming 2007
    INSIDE GSPH to host forum on aging......................… 2 Pitt pitches in for United Way.................… 5 PittNewspaper of the University of PittsburghChronicle Volume VIII • Number 28 • October 15, 2007 AAAC to Honor Five During Sankofa Weekend By Patricia Lomando White The University of Pittsburgh African American Alumni Council (AAAC) will host the annual Sankofa Weekend this Friday, Saturday, and Sunday to welcome home alumni and honor five distinguished graduates during the University’s Home- coming 2007. Honorees are Ysaye M. Barnwell (FAS ’75), Charlene Mickens Dukes (EDUC ’87G, ’92G), Henry “Model T” Ford (CBA ’55), Margaret D. Garner (CAS ’86), and Ludwick Hayden Jr. (CAS ’66, EDUC ’68G). The AAAC Sankofa weekend begins at 9 a.m. Friday with the Apple Seed Project, a community service initiative that gives alumni the opportunity to share their time and talents with students in the Pittsburgh Public Schools. A Sankofa Marketplace from 5 to 11 p.m. and the AAAC Welcome reception, “It Ain’t Nothin’ but a House Party!” from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m., will be held at the Omni William Penn Hotel, Down- town. The AAAC Sankofa Awards Reception Alumni, Students Come Together and Banquet, “Honoring our Partners in Progress” at 6 p.m. Saturday at the Omni William Penn, will include the AAAC Distinguished Alumni Awards presenta- For Homecoming 2007 tion, honoring the five outstanding African American alumni who have achieved recog- nition in their chosen profession and have Festivities kick off Wednesday; reunions, fireworks, live performances among highlights demonstrated support for the University By Patricia Lomando White and the AAAC.
    [Show full text]
  • Campus Map 2006–07(09-2006) UPSB
    A I B I C I D I E I F I G BRA N E . CKENRIDGE BAPS . T B X CATHO MELWD ATHLETIC T ELLEF E FIELDS P P SP Y DRIV R IS T U AUL D CHDEV E S BELLT LKS I T F K E P AR ELD WEBSR E FA ARKM IN N R AW 1 VA E CR 1 R NUE R T E LEVT C A H AV T Y FIFT S RUSK U E G V S MP A O N N E MUSIC SOUTH CRAIG STREE T N B N LA N A UNIVERSIT R N Y U COS P A W O P S E P VE SO I UCT P LO O . S S U L P HENRY ST T U H E Y N A D L UTD N . Q T C U I L G FR E N T A CRAI S. MELLI L BIG TH B O Y V L C I AT I A N E O BELLEFIELD E CHVR . UE EBER E V HOLD R P MP V A N D I I OP ST. V WINTHR R R IT E M E D D C VE V PANTH N A FRAT I AT ALU H R Y Y U FR T R I T SRC CRGSQ D U S E TH T N I R I Z BELLH V E ID S F S M B P R AW D IG FI HEIN . O L E TH G FILMORE ST L N PAHL V EH UN I ET O SOSA E A E IL A N E F I LO R VE L U PA R S 2 A TR T 2 R RSI W A T N T C LRDC VNGR S CATHEDRAL .
    [Show full text]
  • OI 25Th Annual Conference University of Pittsburgh All Sessions Take Place in the William Pitt Union, 3959 Fifth Ave., Pittsburgh, PA June 13-15, 2019
    OI 25th Annual Conference University of Pittsburgh All sessions take place in the William Pitt Union, 3959 Fifth Ave., Pittsburgh, PA June 13-15, 2019 Follow on Twitter at #OIAnnual2019 “The Local and the Global: Scales of Vast Early America” Program Committee: Molly Warsh (University of Pittsburgh), Chair Tara Bynum (Hampshire College) Elizabeth Ellis (New York University) Niklas Frykman (University of Pittsburgh) Fabrício Prado (William & Mary) Thursday, June 13 1:00 Registration opens in the Lower Lounge, William Pitt Union 2:00-4:30 SESSION 1 (THis Camp) Room 527, William Pitt Union “Digital Management for Historians: a system for keeping track of data, including syllabi, projects, and research” *Participants in this workshop are urged to bring a laptop and a notebook. Chair: Sharon Leon (Michigan State University) Jessica Parr (Simmons College) SESSION 2 Room 538, William Pitt Union “The View from the Round Tower: Looking for Vast Early America in the Georgian Papers” Chair: Oliver Walton (Royal Collection Trust) Angel-Luke O’Donnell (King’s College London) Robert Paulett (Southern Illinois University Edwardsville) Rachel Banke (University of Missouri) Brooke Newman (Virginia Commonwealth University) Peter Olsen-Harbich (William & Mary) SESSION 3 Room 837, William Pitt Union Screening/Q&A, “Ghosts of Amistad: In the Footsteps of the Rebels” (56 minutes) Marcus Rediker (University of Pittsburgh) and Tony Buba (Braddock Films) SESSION 4 Room 539, William Pitt Union “Creating and Preserving Intellectual Community: Reflections on the 2018 Scholars’ Workshop” Moderator: Joshua Piker (Omohundro Institute) Sara Damiano (Texas State University) Steffi Dippold (Kansas State University) Julie Fisher (American Philosophical Society) Allison Madar (University of Oregon) Julia Mansfield (Yale University) 5:00 Themed meet-ups at area bars (sponsored by the OI) .
    [Show full text]
  • Submit Applications
    Submit applications to: PURPOSE: To bring an individual from the Czech Republic’s or Slovakia’s academic, government or commercial sector to the University of Pittsburgh for a term of non-degree research which will enhance the applicant’s career and deal with problems confronting the Czech and Slovak Republics. Research in education, science, political science, economics and/or sociology is encouraged. ELIGIBILITY: A resident citizen of the Czech Republic or Slovakia who will return there within three months following the completion of the scholarship to pursue his or her career. Applicants must have completed a university degree, and not be currently enrolled in a university program of study. Several years of work experience is mandatory. An excellent working knowledge of English is required as the scholar will be required to function independently in the Pittsburgh environment. PROPOSAL: Applicants should not plan to attend formal classes at the University of Pittsburgh due to high tuition costs. Arranging informal class visits is the scholar’s responsibility. Proposals involving interviews, library research and personally conducted surveys should specify a research focus and outline the research methodology. REFERENCES: Three references are required, one of them from a University of Pittsburgh faculty or staff member who is willing to advise the scholar concerning the research project while in Pittsburgh, provide a work space and internet access, as well as introductions to resources at the University of Pittsburgh. DATES AND LENGTH OF STAY: The research will take place between late August and mid-December (the completion of the fall term) of the calendar year in which the application is made — approximately 3 1/2 months.
    [Show full text]
  • Classroom Scheduling in Response to COVID
    5/6/2021 Non-COVID-19 Year Classroom Inventory In the beginning….. Classroom Scheduling in Room Ownership Number of Rooms 30 or less 31-100 greater than 100 Department 189 105 69 15 Response to COVID-19 Department Priority 84 28 51 14 Occupancy Restrictions Registrar 96 37 49 12 Patricia Mathay, University Registrar, University of Pittsburgh Christopher Coat, Associate Registrar, University of Pittsburgh 1 2 COVID-19 Restrictions on Room Identifying the Magnitude of Occupancy Restrictions of Class Scheduling • Restrictions to room use • Early modelling estimates • Ventilation • 50% capacity • Elevators • Technology (Nationality Rooms) • The “six foot rule” • Maximum capacity of 250 • 33% capacity and 250 maximum 3 4 Finding Spaces • Room preparations • Alternative spaces • Room capacity determinations • Carnegie Museum rooms • Room capacity signage • Admissions rooms • Seat designation signage • William Pitt Union and O’Hara Student Union • Desk migration • UClub • Flex@Pitt technology • Craig Hall • Cathedral of Learning Lawn tent • Second Floor WWPH Provost Office suite • Why not more off-campus locations? 5 6 1 5/6/2021 Rescheduling Determination of Room Placement Criteria • SIS and scheduling system update processes • Rescheduling criteria • Term start date and removal of room assignments CLASS ENROLLMENT CAPACITY CRITERIA FOR PLACEMENT • Reconfiguring scheduling software (25Live-Optimizer) • Additional meeting patterns n > 250 Remote (online) • Time shifts to maximize passing time between classes 60 - 250 Cohorted or hotelled • Class
    [Show full text]
  • Introductory Institute: June 2 – 28, 2013 Last Updated: May 28, 2013
    2013 i3 Scholars – Introductory Institute: June 2 – 28, 2013 Last Updated: May 28, 2013 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday June 2 June 3 June 4 June 5 June 6 June 7 June 8 2013 i3 Scholars Breakfast Breakfast Mock Interviews Arrive at the Meet and Greet 9:30AM – 10:30AM 10:00AM – 11:00AM University of 9:30AM – 10:30AM IS 305 IS 305 Pittsburgh IS 305 Formal Attire Orientation & Workshop Workshop Workshop Interview Debriefing Kennywood Check-in at Ruskin Program Overview Information Digital Mosaic: The Discipline of & Discussion of Amusement Park Hall 10:30AM – 11:30AM Technology and Information Needs of Organizing Cover Letters Meet outside Ruskin IS 305 Sustainability Diverse Peoples Bob Glushko 11:00AM – 12:00PM Hall at 10:30AM Randy Weinberg Alexia Hudson 10:30AM – 12:00PM IS 305 10:30AM – 12:00PM 10:30AM – 12:00PM IS 305 IS 305 IS 305 Tour of Campus Group Lunch & Discussion/Activity Group Lunch Independent Lunch 11:30AM – 1:00PM Discussion Building Resumes Organizing Activities & Break Overview of the 12:00PM – 1:00PM Bob Glushko 12:00PM – 1:30PM iSchools IS 305 12:00PM – 2:00pm 12:00PM – 1:30pm IS 305 Group Lunch & IS 305 Group Lunch & Workshop Workshop Icebreaker Discussion From Archives & Entrepreneurship, Information History Avatars to Webinars & Security, & Writing Assignment Facts & Trivia YouTube: Job Technology #1 Discussed Kip Currier Opportunities in IS Robert Jordan 1:00PM – 2:30PM 1:00PM – 2:30pm Wes Lipschultz 1:30PM – 3:00PM IS 305 IS 305 2:00PM – 3:00PM IS 305 IS 305 Workshop Workshop Discussion/Activity
    [Show full text]
  • Pitt Campus Map 2002
    A I B I C I D I E I F I G BRACKENRIDGE N. BAPST ➮ ➮ . BELLEFIELDCATHO MELWD T ATHLETIC X FIELDS P P SPAUL E RUSKIN AVENUEIS ➮ PAR T CHDEV T BELL E E FALKS ARD KMA WF 1 E VA V CR 1 I R TENNYSONCRA RUSKN FIFTH AVENUE T R N AVE. MP MUSIC SOUTH S D LANGY N COST Y P UCTR SOUTH O LYTTON AVENUE SUTHD T HENRY ST. S I UTD S CLAPP N MELLI CRAIG I F S. R R AVE. BIGELOW BOULEV CRAIG III III B A I T E V CHVRN O I EBERL E HOLDY BELLEFIELD P MP N V U DITHRIDGE ST. R I WINTHROP R VENUE T D FRAT ALUM FRA Y T SRCC CRGSQ I BELLH STREET S M ST. P R A BIGELOW BOULEV E HEINZ THAW UNIVERSITY S FIFTH A FILMORE ST. V O I EH S N ILLO U PAA 2 AR 2 ST. C VNGRF STREET CATHEDRAL LRDC AVE. JUC OF LEARNING PBE FCRG MINRL ALLEN P LUC THACKERAGSCC CL TREES PLACE HARA P O' THACK UCLUB S C ENGUD LA U P ARD A STREET U T S TEPH LOGCB H H M PRES PCNTR D D YST. E T MP R N MP FHOUS N. BOUQUETE STREET E L B N U A DE E N AV D AMOS SO WPU E S T FRICK B ALLEQUIPP -D R E MP O R T F I E O STRE MCCOR V BOOK CARNG E R T SCAIF PUBHL S BRUCE P S DARRAGH HOLLD P C D E RS SALK ET BRACK H U C B 3 A 3 R TOW E N R C O A N S R PRESB HLMAN E L B E T WRN E I P LA I N T CHILD Y BSTWR S H STREET DR.
    [Show full text]
  • Required Programs
    In the Year of PittGlobal, we celebrate Pitt being at home in the world and promote the University as a global convening point. Our citizens (students, faculty, and staff), communities, campuses, and local and global networks will engage freely in collaborative dialogue and activities that advance interdisciplinary, educational, and research pursuits and improve the quality of life, health, prosperity, and social mobility of people in Pittsburgh and around the world. AUGUST 20–26, 2018 Find Us Online! The #PittOWeek2018 Outside the Classroom Pitt Class of 2022! Facebook page Curriculum (OCC) Invites you and your family to participate in New and Transfer Student @PittFYMs provides a Orientation. The week is designed to welcome you to campus and to structured way for students help you get acclimated to your new home. to participate @PittFYMs in programs and activities that will Guidebook complement their academic experiences. Download the Students who complete the OCC Orientation app! Search for Pitt Fall Join Campus Connect to receive requirements will enjoy special benefits Schedule 2018 Orientation. text messages about what’s on campus. Learn more at occ.pitt.edu. happening on campus. Simply There are 10 goal areas in which the OCC • Use this printed schedule as an “at-a- . text “pittsa username” to 41411. strives to help students grow. The following glance” guide to your New and Transfer 9 A.M.–5 P.M symbols appear throughout the orientation Student Orientation experience. If your username were abc123, schedule, indicating OCC credit is awarded MONDAY–WEDNESDAY, for attending the event. AUGUST 20–22 you would text “pittsa abc123” • We encourage all new students, parents, Orientation Station and families to download the Pitt Fall 2018 William Pitt Union, Lobby, Main Floor Orientation guide on your mobile device through the Guidebook app.
    [Show full text]
  • Wellness Resources
    WELLNESS RESOURCES FOR GRADUATE AND PROFESSIONAL STUDENTS gradstudents.pitt.edu 1 DEAR GRADUATE AND PROFESSIONAL STUDENTS, One of my goals as vice provost for graduate studies is to ensure that the University of Pittsburgh is an outstanding place for the education and training of graduate and professional students. As part of its commitment to preparing students to lead lives of impact, Pitt provides services and resources that extend beyond academics. This brochure and the associated Web site (gradstudents.pitt.edu) highlight a variety of resources aimed at keeping you well and healthy so that you can excel in your educational pursuits. While the University is committed to supporting all graduate and professional students, we recognize that international students face unique challenges in the pursuit of their education. As part of the University’s commitment to a diverse and inclusive environment and to the well-being of every student, we will continue to do everything we can to support our international students and create an environment in which everyone is respected. The Office of International Services (ois.pitt.edu) stands ready to provide guidance and advice. The University has designated this academic year as the Year of Creativity (yearofcreativity.pitt.edu) to celebrate the human impulse to create. Engaging in creative pursuits can help to reduce stress and aid in problem solving. As part of your efforts to live a healthy, balanced life, I hope you will take advantage of the special programming and learning opportunities offered. While you are at Pitt, mentors will help you to navigate your academic and nonacademic experiences.
    [Show full text]
  • University of Pittsburgh CONTACT INFORMATION
    University of Pittsburgh 2017‐18 Factsheet for Incoming Exchange Students CONTACT INFORMATION Office Study Abroad Office Contact Information University of Pittsburgh University Center for International Studies Study Abroad Office 802 William Pitt Union 3959 Fifth Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15260 ☏ +1 412‐383‐7413 +1 412‐383‐1766 internationalexchanges.pitt.edu Hours of Operation Monday – Friday: 9:30 am – 5:00 pm Closed on Saturdays, Sundays and University holidays. Contact Jessica SUN (Ms.) Exchange Program Manager & Graduate Fellowships Advisor [email protected] +1 412‐383‐7165 Important Websites Office of International Services: http://www.ois.pitt.edu/ Processes international student visas and documents. Office of the University Registrar: http://www.registrar.pitt.edu/ Manages registration systems, student transcripts and records. Panther Central: http://www.pc.pitt.edu/ Houses the ID center, housing services, dining services and other student services. Office of Student Affairs: http://www.studentaffairs.pitt.edu/savmv Oversees student affairs including life on campus, residence life, cross‐cultural and leadership issues, etc. 2017‐18 University of Pittsburgh Exchange Factsheet 1 ADMISSIONS INFORMATION Lengths of Study Fall, Spring, or Academic Year (both Fall and Spring) Application Link Application site: http://www.abroad.pitt.edu/intlnondegreeapp Application Materials 1. Online application 2. Passport. Scan a copy of your official passport information. Note that your passport should be valid for at least six months after your departure from Pitt when your visit ends. Students who are applying for a new passport at the time of application should notify Pitt of this within their application. 3. English Language Requirements. A scanned copy of the official TOEFL/IELTS scores is acceptable.
    [Show full text]
  • February 2019 Release
    University of Pittsburgh 825 William Pitt Union 3959 Fifth Avenue Graduate & Professional Student Government Pittsburgh, PA 15260 Office of the President 412-648-7844 Email: [email protected] Rachel Coombs Website: gpsg.pitt.edu President GPSG Spring Updates 2019: The mission of the 2018-2019 GPSG Executive Board (EB) is to improve the way we represent graduate student interests and better understand the concerns of graduate and professional students at Pitt. Graduate Health and wellness and Community building: Mental Health First Aid: GPSG and Student Health Services were able to provide a mental health first aid courses to graduate and professional students. (This is a free 8-hour course that will give you the skills to help someone who is experiencing a mental health crisis. This course provides participants with a 3-year certification). Dedicated graduate student space: We have a new study room in the Hillman Library that is a quiet space for Graduate students. Students with a valid Pitt ID submit their 2P number and have card access. We are currently working to create a graduate student lounge as well. Events: Thus far, GPSG has successfully planned and executed seven events. In total we plan to offer 13 events for academic year 2018-2019. Each new academic year we begin the our Hofbrauhaus welcome back which is typically highly anticipated and sells out each year – last year was no exception. New activities that were provided this year included but are not limited to more holiday activities such as Halloween, Gradsgiving, and a holiday happy hour. Due to funding, we needed to decrease or completely cancel traditional GPSG activities such as recurring professional headshots and the annual fall formal – as well as our partnerships with the Pitt Program Council.
    [Show full text]