College is a huge investment of 听time, money, and energy. At Pitt-Johnstown we want to ensure that our students have the best possible college experience, and get the most out of their investment.
While this certainly means providing a first rate academic experience, we also encourage our students to explore the wider world outside of the classroom. We are proud of the听fact that a high percentage of our admitted students come to us with a proven track record of听extra-curricular activities and community service. We encourage all of our students to continue with their involvement.
Available Options
Even before a new student sets foot on campus, he or she receives information about our听student activities and organizations. We want our students to be busy, and we want them to have some fun. Many of our student organizations are tied to an academic major, others are strictly for fun. Some are centered on community service, while others are athletic in nature. Whatever a student鈥檚 interest, he or she should be able to find an outlet. If it is not available on campus, our听Campus Life office听can work with students to find it in the community. Once a student arrives on campus, they will have multiple opportunities to meet with representatives from all of our groups.
Joining a Club
While we do encourage getting involved, there are different ways to do that. Not all students are as comfortable joining clubs, at least initially. That鈥檚 OK. A student can still get involved and give back by supporting our teams at athletic events, or attending one of our campus lecture series,听volunteering听to help out in the local community, or taking advantage of the University鈥檚听study abroad program. Whatever a student chooses to do outside of the classroom that adds to the college experience is a plus. We offer our students an opportunity to track what they do with an official co-curricular transcript. Along with a diploma, it is a great way to demonstrate how much a student has gained from his or her college career.
Real World Action Program
The Real World Action Program听is a unique opportunity for students to get involved in their communities in ways that prepare them for success, leadership, and service in life after college.听The Real World Action Program听provides students with a structured program to achieve genuine civic engagement, to keep a record of specific efforts, and to benefit from both the personal growth and the public, documented recognition of their acts.