The imposition of such
sanctions may be considered by the school in the preparation of any report
concerning a student submitted to a government agency, accredited body, or
other person or institution in accordance with the requirements of the law
or the consent of the student.
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ACADEMIC
INTEGRITY -- FACULTY
1) OBLIGATIONS
A faculty member accepts
an obligation, in relation to his/her students, to discharge his/her duties
in a fair and conscientious manner in accordance with the ethical standards
generally recognized within the academic community.
Without limiting the application
of the above principle, members of the faculty are also expected (except in
cases of illness or other compelling circumstances) to conduct themselves
in a professional manner, including the following:
a)
To meet their classes when scheduled.
b) To be available at reasonable times for appointments
with students, and to keep such appointments.
c) To make appropriate preparation for classes
and other meetings.
d) To perform their grading duties in a timely
manner.
e) To describe to students, within the period
in which a student may add and drop a course, orally, in writing, or by reference
to printed course descriptions, the general content and objectives of a course,
announce the methods and standards of evaluation, and the permissible materials
or references allowed during the evaluation.1
f) To base all academic evaluations upon good-faith
professional judgment.
g) Not to consider, in academic evaluation, such
factors as race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, political or
cultural affiliation, sexual orientation, or lifestyle, activities or behavior
outside the classroom unrelated to academic achievement.
h) To respect the confidentiality of information
regarding a student contained in University records; and to refrain from releasing
such information, except in connection with intra-University business, or
with student consent, or as may be required by law.2
i) Not to exploit their professional relationship
with students for private advantage; and to refrain from soliciting the assistance
of students for private purposes in a manner that infringes upon such students'
freedom of choice.
j) To give appropriate recognition to contributions
made by students to research, publication, service, or other activities.
k) To refrain from any activity which involves
risk to the health and safety of a student, except with the student's informed
consent, and, where applicable, in accordance with the University policy relating
to the use of human subjects in experimentation.
l) To respect the dignity of students individually
and collectively in the classroom and other academic contexts.
2) GRIEVANCE PROCEDURES
Any member of the University
community may bring to the attention of the divisional chairperson and/or
the Vice-President for Academic Affairs a complaint that a faculty member
has failed, in one or more respects, to meet faithfully the obligations set
forth above. The chairperson or Vice-President for Academic Affairs, in his
description, will take such action by way of investigation, counseling, or
action -- in accordance with applicable University procedures--as may appear
to be proper under the circumstances. The faculty member's and student's interest
in confidentiality, academic freedom and professional integrity in such matters
will be respected.
In order to provide a means
for students to seek and obtain redress for grievances affecting themselves
individually, the following procedures should be followed. These are not intended
and shall not be used to provide sanctions against faculty members.
Where an individual student
alleges with particularity that the actions of a faculty member have resulted
in serious academic injury to the student, the student may initiate grievance
procedures. Serious academic injury includes, but is not necessarily limited
to, the awarding of a lower course grade than that which the student has earned,
or suspension from a class. However, this is not intended to address normal
grading decisions of faculty exercised through good faith professional judgments
in evaluating student work.
It is the responsibility
of the student, before seeking to have a grievance adjudicated, to attempt
to resolve the matter by personal conferences with the faculty member concerned
and, if such attempts are unavailing, to call the matter to the attention
of the divisional chairperson for consideration and adjustment by informal
means. If a matter remains unresolved after such efforts have been made, the
following grievance procedures shall be employed:
a)
The aggrieved student will file a written statement of charges with the Vice-President
for Academic Affairs.
b) If the Vice-President for Academic Affairs
determines that the charges are subject to adjudication under the terms of
the Academic Integrity Guidelines, he will transmit these charges to the Academic
Standards Committee, with a copy going to the faculty member and student along
with a copy of these regulations. The letter of transmittal to the faculty
member, a copy of which will also be sent to the student, will state the composition
of a committee that has been named to inquire into the charge.
c) The Committee shall convene an interview, at
which time the faculty member shall again be informed of the nature of the
charges against him/her, and shall be invited to discuss, explain, or refute
them. This interview shall not constitute a hearing, shall be preliminary
in nature, and none of the procedural rules provided in these guidelines shall
apply thereto. The Committee should consult with the student and any other
parties, who may assist in its work to affect an adjustment, or failing that,
advise the faculty of its views.
d) The Committee's views shall be sent to the
faculty member in writing. If the Committee supports in whole or in part the
student's claim and if the faculty member agrees with the recommendations
of the Committee, he/she shall take the corrective action in behalf of the
student that is recommended or which the faculty member considers to be appropriate.
e) As promptly as reasonable, and at least within
five working days after, the faculty member shall privately take that action
which he/she elects and so advise the student and chairperson of the Committee
of that action.
f) If the student elects to pursue the matter
further, he/she may discuss that intent with the Chairperson of the Committee;
the student and the Chairperson shall discuss procedures as may be needed
for further action. If the student requests a formal hearing, the Chairperson
shall consult with the faculty member to determine whether further adjustment
might be agreed upon. If not, and the case appears to involve a student's
claim of serious academic injury, the formal hearing procedure must be initiated.
g) The formal hearing should provide a fair inquiry
into the truth or falsity of the charges with the faculty member and the student
afforded the right to cross-examine. The Academic Standards Committee shall
not permit extramural legal counsel, but representatives from within the University
community shall be permitted for both faculty and student.
h) A suitable record shall be made of the proceedings,
exclusive of the deliberations to arrive at a decision.
i) The proposed decision, which shall be written,
will include a determination of whether the charges have been proved by clear
and convincing evidence, together with findings with respect to the material
facts. If any charges are established, the decision shall state the particular
remedial action to be taken.
j) The decision shall be submitted to the Vice-President
for Academic Affairs, who will make an independent review of the hearing proceedings.
The Vice-President for Academic Affairs may require that the charges be dismissed,
or that the case be remanded for further proceedings whenever he deems this
to be necessary. Upon completion of such additional proceedings, if any, the
Vice-President for Academic Affairs shall issue a decision. The Vice-President
for Academic Affairs may reject any findings made by the Academic Standards
Committee, may dismiss the charges or reduce the extent of the remedial action
to be taken. If the Vice-President for Academic Affairs believes the remedial
action may infringe upon the exercise of academic freedom, he will ask to
seek an advisory opinion from the Senate Committee on Tenure and Academic
Freedom before issuing his own decision. The decision of the Vice-President
for Academic Affairs shall be in writing, set forth with particularity any
new findings of the fact or remedies, and shall include a statement of the
reasons underlying such action.
k) The Vice-President for Academic Affairs shall
then transmit to the evaluating party and to the student copies of all actions
affecting him/her taken by the hearing authority and the Vice-President for
Academic Affairs. Suitable records shall be maintained as confidential and
retained in the Office of the Vice-President for Academic Affairs.
3) REVIEW AND APPEAL
A student or faculty member
may seek to have an adjudication reviewed by the Provost. The action of the
Provost shall constitute an exhaustion of all required institutional remedies.3
If any such determination may be deemed to have a possible adverse effect
upon the faculty member's professional situation, the faculty member may seek
the assistance of the Tenure and Academic Freedom Committee of the University
Senate.
4) REMEDIAL ACTION
Remedies in a student's
behalf should usually be those agreed to willingly by the faculty member.
Other remedial action to benefit a student may be authorized by the Vice-President
for Academic Affairs only upon recommendation of the Academic Standards Committee
limited to: Allowing a student to repeat an examination; allowing a student
to be evaluated for work that would otherwise be too late to be considered;
directing that additional opportunities be afforded for consultation or instruction;
elimination of a grade that had been assigned by a faculty member from the
transcript; changing of a failing letter or numerical grade to a "pass"4
or "satisfactory" grade, so as not to adversely affect a student's
grade average; allowing a student to repeat a course without penalty, schedule
and program permitting.
If some action is contemplated
that might be deemed to infringe upon the academic freedom of the faculty
member, the Vice-President for Academic Affairs will seek an advisory opinion
from the Senate Committee on Tenure and Academic Freedom. In such cases, T.A.F.
may identify other acceptable remedies or render such advice as may be appropriate
in the particular situation.
5) TIMELINESS
It is the responsibility
of all parties, including administrative officers, to take prompt action in
order that grievances can be resolved quickly and fairly. While no explicit
time limit could apply to all cases, failure to use diligence in seeking redress
may constitute grounds for denial of a hearing or other relief, especially
if prejudice results.
6) INVESTIGATORY COMMITTEES
AND HEARING BOARDS
The Academic Standards
Committee is a standing committee of the UPG Senate composed of five (5) members:
three (3) faculty members, one (1) member of the Administration, and one (1)
representative from the SGA. Among the Committee's many student related functions
is that of serving as an appeals committee for all UPG students in matters
of academic grievances or disputes. All students should feel free to contact
any member of the Committee and to use the Committee as an advocate or arbiter
whenever necessary. The current membership list may be obtained at any time
from Ms. Karen Antoniak, Vice President for Academic Affairs' Office, second
floor of Lynch Hall. In case a faculty member removes himself/herself from
the proceeding, the remaining faculty members and the representative of the
Vice-President for Academic Affairs' Office will cooperate to have another
faculty member assigned. In case a student member resigns from the Committee,
the Student Government Association will select another representative.
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ACADEMIC AWARDS
Six awards, each carrying
a monetary stipend, are granted every year to three full-time students and
three part-time students who have demonstrated academic excellence. The underclass
(30-59 credits), intermediate (60-89 credits), and upper class (90 or more
credits) awards are generally made by March of each year.
Selection is made by the
Academic Standards Committee of the Greensburg Faculty Senate, which includes
faculty, administration and student representation. The Committee is not obligated
to make an award in any category when, in its judgment, no suitable candidate
is found.
In general, the Committee
uses the following criteria in making the selection: (1) intellectual ability
of a high order (as reflected in the Quality Point Average); and (2) breadth
and diversity of education (as reflected by course work in a variety of areas
and disciplines).
Students ordinarily do
not apply for consideration for these awards. The Committee makes its selections
from a pool of eligible students (those with a QPA of at least 3.75). Students
may not receive an award in the same category (underclass, intermediate, upperclass)
more than once.
Eligible students who do
not win the award, but who have demonstrated outstanding academic abilities
may be named as runners-up and honored with the students receiving the awards.
a) THE VICE-PRESIDENT'S
LIST
FULL-TIME STUDENTS:
Soon after the completion of the Fall and Spring Terms, a list is compiled
of students whose grades in the preceding term indicate outstanding academic
achievement. To be placed on the Vice-President's List a student must have
earned at least 12 credits with a grade of A, B or C, must have no grade lower
than a C-, must have a term QPA of at least 3.25.
PART-TIME STUDENTS: Part-time students
are eligible for the Vice-President's List once they have achieved degree
status (completion of 15 credits). Part-time students must have earned at
least 6 credits with a grade of A, B, or C, must have no grade lower than
a C-, must have a term QPA of at least 3.25. No Vice-President's list is compiled
for the Summer Term.
b) THE QPA IS CALCULATED
IN THE FOLLOWING MANNER:
1) Each letter grade (except
G, P, S, and W) is assigned a numerical value:
|
A+
= 4.00
|
B+
= 3.25
|
C+
= 2.25
|
D+
= 1.25
|
F
= 0.00
|
|
A
= 4.00
|
B = 3.00
|
C = 2.00
|
D = 1.00
|
|
|
A- = 3.75
|
B- = 2.75
|
C- = 1.75
|
D- = .75
|
|
2) Students should add
up the number of credits they have earned with a grade of A, B, C, D or F
(do not add the number of credits earned with a G, P, S or W).
Multiply the number of
credits (c) earned by the quality points (q) assigned to the grade received
(see the following example).
|
Course
|
Grade
|
Credits
|
Quality Points(q)
|
c x q
|
|
Math
|
C
|
2
|
2
|
=4
|
|
French I
|
A
|
5
|
4
|
=20
|
|
Psych 80
|
D
|
3
|
1
|
=3
|
|
English CP2
|
B
|
3
|
3
|
=9
|
|
Physics 10
|
F
|
3
|
0
|
=0
|
|
|
|
16
|
|
36
|
4) Now add the total number
of credits taken. Add the total number of quality points earned (the c x q
figure). In the above example, a total of 16 credits and 36 quality points
were earned.
5) Divide the number of
credits INTO the number of quality points: therefore, 36/16=2.25, the student's
term QPA (quality point average) is 2.25.
6) For subsequent terms,
you must again add all credits earned at Pitt (for all terms) and all quality
points earned (in all terms) and again, divide all credits into all quality
points earned. This is your cumulative QPA.
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PROGRAMS OF STUDIES OPTIONS
1) FOUR YEAR PROGRAMS
AT UPG
UPG grants degrees in
the following baccalaureate majors:
|
Administration
of Justice (BA)
|
History
(BA)
|
|
American
Studies (BA)
|
Humanities
Area Concentration (BA)
|
|
Anthropology
(BA)
|
Management
(BS)
|
|
Applied
Mathematics (BS)
|
Management-Accounting
(BS)
|
|
Biological
Science (BS)
|
Management
Information Systems (BS)
|
|
Communication:
Rhetoric and Communication (BA)
|
Natural Science Concentration
(BS)
|
|
English
Literature (BA)
|
Political
Science (BA)
|
|
English
Writing (BA)
|
Psychology
(BS)
|
|
Environmental
Science (BS)
|
Self-designed
Major (BA/BS)
|
|
|
Social
Science Area Concentration (BA)
|
*
The Information Science (IS) program offered through the School of Information
Sciences can be completed at the Greensburg campus. Students must apply for
admission into the program once they earn approximately sixty credits.
2) RELOCATION
CRITERIA FOR RELOCATING
TO THE COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES: students admitted to the University
for the Fall Term 2001 and beyond will be required to meet new criteria for
relocating to the College of Arts and Sciences, Pittsburgh campus. Students
must complete forty-eight (48) credits -- 2 years -- with a minimum cumulative
quality point average of 2.75. These 48 credits must include the successful
completion of MATH 0031 (Algebra) and ENGCMP 0020 (College Composition 2).
ONE AND TWO YEAR OPTION:
UPG offers the first two years of course work in Pitt's Pharmacy program;
the first two years in the Health Related Professions and Social Work; and
one year in Engineering.
THREE-YEAR OPTION:
Students may remain at UPG for ninety credits or three years in such majors
as economics and sociology. At a later date, if they wish, they may relocate
to the Pittsburgh campus. Students wishing to remain at UPG for 90 credits
should be aware of the following:
a)
You must take one half the minimum number of credits for your major in Pittsburgh.
b) A maximum of twelve credits in non-liberal
arts courses are acceptable for graduation. Generally, non-liberal arts courses
at UPG are those in Engineering, Information Science, Management and those
AJ courses that DO NOT have Sociology numbers.
c) A quality point average (QPA) of at least 2.0
is necessary to relocate to any campus or school of the University.
Students planning to relocate
should consult the INTERCOM
for deadlines and other important details concerning relocation.
SPECIAL NOTE: Professional
schools often require a quality point average higher than a 2.0 for relocation.
3) CROSS REGISTRATION
WITH SETON HILL COLLEGE
The Greensburg campus and
nearby Seton Hill College have developed a program of faculty exchanges and
cross registration. More information about cross-registration may be obtained
from the Office of the Vice-President for Academic Affairs. In general, only
full-time students may participate in the cross-registration process, and
these students are limited to cross-registration for one course per Fall and
Spring Terms (Summer Term is excluded).
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NOTICE TO INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES
Specific provisions of
Section 504 related to postsecondary education prohibit discrimination against
students/persons with disabilities in recruitment, admission and treatment
after admission. It requires that colleges and universities make "reasonable
accommodations" to those who possess a record of such impairment. These
provisions are necessary to ensure that students/persons with disabilities
are given the opportunity to fulfill academic requirements and that they are
not excluded from the programs because of the absence of auxiliary aids such
as interpreters, taped texts, readers and adaptive classroom equipment.
Students with a learning
disability who require accommodations under the Rehabilitation Act of 1973
must provide recent documentation of their learning disability.
Students with disabilities
are invited to register with Lou Ann Sears at the Learning Resources Center,
FOB 105, 724-836-7098, TTY 724-836-7128, as soon as possible. So that Ms.
Sears can determine appropriate accommodations, she will need documentation
of the disability. Between July 1 and August 31, see Ms. Carol Calloway in
ML 123 for assistance with disability resources 724-836-9904, TTY 724-836-7128.
UPG has an Academic Accommodations
Review Committee that serves as a resource for faculty, academic administrators,
and University students for a final review of disagreements concerning specific
academic accommodation requests". For more information about this committee,
see Dr. Mark McColloch in LH 208, 724-836-9875, Ms. Gerry Enlow in VH 107,
724-836-9905, or Ms. Laura Jeffries in ML 125, 724-836-7188.
1) SERVICES
Services for students with
disabilities include:
-academic
accommodations as determined by psycho-education testing
-counseling (academic, career, group, personal,
transfer)
-information on taped texts
-on- and off- campus job listings
-tutoring referrals
-workshops/presentations on a wide variety of
subjects
Information on additional
resources is available in the Learning Resources Center, FOB 105, 724-836-7098
or 724-836-7128 TTY, and in the Office of Student Services, CH 219.
2) ACCESSIBILITY
UPG provides barrier-free
access to students/persons with disabilities including ramps, automatic doors,
restrooms, water fountains, telephones and reserved parking areas close to
all building entrances. For accessibility/accommodation information and assistance,
please reach Ms. Lou Ann Sears, Director of the Learning Resources Center:
UPG, FOB 105, 1150 Mt. Pleasant Road, Greensburg, PA 15601, 724-836-7098,
TTY 724-836-7128 TTY, (e-mail los3+@pitt.edu). She is on campus between September
1 and June 30. Between July 1 and August 31, call Ms. Carol Calloway, Registrar,
at 724-836-9904, TTY 724-836-7128. Ms. Calloway can also be reached at 123
ML or by writing to her attention at 1150 Mt. Pleasant Road, Greensburg, PA
15601.
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DISABILITY RESOURCES
1) ACADEMIC ACCOMMODATIONS
REVIEW COMMITTEE
UPG has an Academic Accommodations
Review Committee that serves as a resource for faculty, academic administrators,
and University students for a final review of disagreements concerning specific
academic accommodation requests. For more information about this committee,
see Dr. Mark McColloch in LH 204, 724-836-9875, Ms. Gerry Enlow in VH 107,
724-836-9905, or Ms. Laura Jeffries in ML 125, 724-836-7188.
2) GRIEVANCE PROCEDURES
REGARDING DISABILITY SERVICES
a)
The student requests accommodation(s) and provides supporting documentation
according to University guidelines to the Learning Resources Center.
b) In instances in which there is disagreement
concerning the appropriateness of the requested accommodation, the student,
instructor teaching the course for which the accommodation has been requested,
and the Director of the Learning Resources Center will make every effort to
resolve the disagreement in a timely manner.
c) If agreement cannot be reached, the student,
instructor, or University administrative staff may file a petition with the
chairperson of the Academic Accommodations Review Committee who has the responsibility
for convening the committee within ten (10) working days of receiving the
petition.
d) The Committee then reviews the petition and
any additional relevant information from University personnel in order to
render a decision within ten (10) working days from the date of the petition.
e) While the Academic Accommodations Review Committee
reviews a petition, the instructor will provide reasonable accommodation(s).
f) If the student is dissatisfied with the decision
of the Committee, the petition will be forwarded to the Provost for review
(within 10 working days).
g) The decision of the Provost is the final level
of appeal within the University.
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LEARNING RESOURCES CENTER
(Writing Center, Tutoring, Study Strategies,
Disability Resources)
The Learning Resources
Center, located in the Faculty Office Building (FOB 104 -- 105), provides
free tutoring in various subject areas. (Tutoring depends upon availability
of tutors and funding. The Center cannot guarantee that a tutor will be immediately
available for the subject that you have in mind.)
Walk-in help with academic
matters is also available. You do not need an appointment. However, when you
stop by without an appointment, please bear with us. Ms. Lou Ann Sears, the
Center director, may be helping someone else or on her way to a meeting, etc.
The Center offers free
presentations, workshops and/or review sessions regarding grammar, study skills,
paper writing, time management, punctuation, Modern Language Association (MLA)
Style, and other subjects.
You are welcome to take
the free handouts, borrow the videotapes and audiocassettes, use the tutorial
software (pre-algebra, grammar, paper writing, study skills, etc.), and use
the computers for paper writing, etc.
The Center also provides
disability resources for registered students.
The Center is open during
the Fall and Spring terms Monday through Friday 8:30am --5:00pm. Call for
summer hours. These hours are subject to change (See bulletin board outside
the Center). Hours for April through June are posted on the bulletin board.
UPG has an Accommodations
Review Committee that serves as a resource for faculty, academic administrators,
and University students for a final review of disagreements concerning specific
academic accommodation requests. For more information about this committee
see: Dr. Mark McColloch in LH 204, 724-836-9875, Ms. Gerry Enlow in VH 107,
724-836-9905, Ms. Laura Jeffries in ML 125, 724-836-7188.
For assistance with
disability resources between July 1 and August 31, students should call Ms.
Carol Calloway at 724-836-9904. Her office is located in the Millstein Library.
ADAPTIVE EQUIPMENT
Arkenstone
has created a dynamic reading tool called An Open Book. Designed for
the person with a disability that affects reading, this tool enables you to
read newspapers, books, even junk mail with ease and confidence. No learning
curve and no sacrifice of features or power exist. The keypad is simple to
use, making it easy to remember the two buttons needed to begin to read comfortably.
Most readers will happily "curl up" with An Open Book on
the very first day. The Arkenstone scans text and reads it to you.
Kurzweil VOICE enables PC users to combine voice input with the keyboard
and mouse to create an easy and natural approach to personal computing. You
can speak into the microphone, and a text file is created on the PC.
Voice Direct, a newer software program, also enables you to type by
talking.
There is a TTY phone at
the Information Desk in Chambers Hall and in Security.
You are encouraged to explore
this new technology at the Millstein Library. For more information about this
program, see Ms. Sears in FOB 105 or go to the library information desk for
assistance.
For further information
call 724-836-7098, TTY 724-836-7128.
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FINANCIAL AID
Full-time students carrying
at least twelve credits per term and part-time students taking at least six
credits per term are eligible to apply for the Pell Grant and four types of
University-administered aid: University Scholarships, Federal Supplemental
Education Opportunity Grants, Federal Perkins Loan and Federal Work-Study
employment. In some cases, Pell Grants are available to students who are enrolled
less than half time. In addition, students taking at least six credits per
term may apply for a Stafford Loan through various banks and other lending
institutions. Students taking at least six credits should also apply for a
state grant. In all cases, awards are based on financial need, although University
Scholarships have academic requirements as well.
Students must reapply annually
to receive consideration for financial aid. Applications for University-administered
aid for returning Fall/Spring students must be received no later than April
1. However, every attempt will be made to meet emergency situations as they
arise.
A complete application
for University-administered aid includes: a UPG Financial Aid Application
Supplement, and a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
Regardless of the source
of funds, in no case may a student's aid exceed his/her demonstrated financial
need. Students receiving amounts in excess of need will be notified of adjustments
to one or more of their awards.
Students relocating to
another Pitt campus must apply to the Financial Aid Office at that campus.
University-administered funds cannot be transferred. Students relocating at
mid-year must notify PHEAA (or other state agency) of their change in campus
if they have a PHEAA (or state) grant. They should request a duplicate set
of Student Aid Reports from the Pell Grant processor if they have received
a Pell Grant.
1)
Financial Aid 2002 -- 2003 Academic Year Deadlines
* PHEAA Grant (State)--May 1, 2002
* Pell Grant-- June 30, 2003
* University-administered aid (i.e.
Perkins Loan, SEOG, CWSP, University scholarship)
For Fall Term--April
1, 2002
For Spring Term (if funds are available) --November 1, 2002
For Summer Term (if funds are available)-- April 15, 2003
* Stafford Loan-- 30-60 days prior
to the date for which you need the loan
For further information
on additional loans, as well as a comprehensive statement regarding UPG Financial
Aid policies, practices and procedures, you should obtain the UPG Financial
Aid Brochure from the Financial Aid Office in the Millstein Library. Also,
be sure to consult appropriate sections of the UPG Bulletin.
2) ACADEMIC STANDARDS
FOR UNDERGRADUATE FINANCIAL AID
These standards apply to
all of the following types of financial aid: Pell Grant, State Grant (for
Pennsylvania residents, PHEAA), Stafford Loan, Perkins Loan, Supplemental
Educational Opportunity Grant, Work-Study, PLUS/SLS Loans.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Federal and State agencies are not aware of your academic
progress when they determine your eligibility for Pell and PHEAA grants. Therefore,
an award letter from them means only that you are financially eligible; UPG,
in turn, is required to determine if you are also academically eligible. If
you do not meet the standards listed below, you are not eligible to receive
financial aid. You continue to be ineligible until you do meet these standards.
It is your responsibility to review your academic progress at the end of each
term as it relates to financial aid. Keep this notice for future reference.
I.
To receive or to continue to receive financial aid, a student must:
1)
be making satisfactory quantitative academic progress towards a degree (academic
progress by credits)
AND
2)
be in good qualitative academic standing (academic progress by grade point
average)
A. Academic Progress by
Credits
Full-time
students must earn a minimum of 24 credits per academic year to be making
satisfactory academic progress.
B. Academic Progress by
Grade Point Average
Students
must maintain or exceed the minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA).
Level
1 1 through 23.5 credits 1.50 cum GPA
Level 2, 3 & 4 24 credits through graduation
2.00 cum GPA
IMPORTANT NOTE: Grade point average is calculated according to Pitt credits
and does not ever include credits earned elsewhere.
C. Stafford Loan levels
by credit and corresponding loan amounts:
|
Level
1
|
1
through 23.5 credits
|
$2625/academic
year
|
|
Level
2
|
24
through 53.5 credits
|
$3500/academic
year
|
|
Level
3 & 4
|
54
through graduation
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$5500/academic
year
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There may be times when
a student will make academic progress by completing 24 credits in an academic
year but will not advance to the next level for loan purposes. In these situations,
students may find themselves repeating a level; when this occurs additional
loan funds may be authorized in the middle of an academic year--once the student
advances to the next academic level.
II.
Aid Limits
Generally, a student who
earns only the minimum credits and/or quality point average may encounter
some difficulty in completing all of his or her Bachelor's degree requirements
in four academic years. The Financial Aid Office, however, reserves the right
to limit financial aid to any given student to 8 full-time terms or 4 full-time
years.
III.
Part-time Students
Academic progress for part-time
attendance is assessed after every Spring Term for most aid programs, after
two consecutive terms for the Stafford loan program. Students must maintain
the same grade point averages as outlined and must complete 6 credits if taking
6-8 credits; 9 credits if taking 9-11 credits.
IV.
Annual Review
A student's academic record
will be typically reviewed once each year at the end of the Spring Term. This
review will generally determine eligibility for aid for the upcoming Fall
and Spring Terms.
V.
Summer Redemption
If you fall short of Academic
Progress and/or Academic Standing requirements at the end of a Spring Term--you
may seek to earn good standing by enrolling in Summer courses.
In order to regain aid
eligibility for the subsequent Fall Term, you must also notify the UPG Financial
Aid Office in writing of your intention to do so. Failure to file such written
notice by May 22 will result in the loss of any campus-based aid for which
you otherwise might re-qualify.
IMPORTANT NOTE about
courses taken at another institution:
Satisfactory Academic
Progress -- you must obtain prior approval from the Vice President
for Academic Affairs in order to be eligible to transfer non-Pitt credits.
Such credits also require an associated "C" grade or better as a
condition of transfer.
Good Academic Standing
-- only Pitt credits may be used to raise your Grade Point Average.
3) RIGHT TO APPEAL
Students may appeal the
denial of aid because of academic problems through the Financial Aid Office
or through the Office of the Vice-President for Academic Affairs.
The Financial Aid Office
will reconsider a student denied aid at such time as his/her academic record
improves to the minimum requirements. To be considered, a student is required
to submit the complete University grade transcript with a letter requesting
reinstatement of aid to the Financial Aid Office.
For example, a full-time
freshman student who has earned 18 credits total through the previous Fall
and Spring Terms would be denied aid for the following school year. This same
student could make up the deficiency by earning 6 credits during the Summer
Term and have aid reinstated for the Fall and Spring terms or earn at least
6 credits during the following Fall Term and have aid reinstated for the Spring
Term.
The Vice-President for
Academic Affairs may request that the Financial Aid Office reinstate a student's
financial aid if the Vice-President for Academic Affairs feels that unusual
circumstances -- that is, medical problems, family considerations, etc. --
caused the student's academic problems. Any student who wishes to pursue such
an appeal should contact the Vice-President for Academic Affairs. The Vice-President's
request for reinstatement of the student's aid will be honored when the Vice-President
for Academic Affairs states in writing that the student is considered to be
making satisfactory progress and is in good standing academically.
This policy is subject
to periodic review and revision by the Committee for Academic Standards for
Financial Aid.
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STUDENT ACCOUNTS
1) TUITION AND FEES
(2002 -- 2003 rates)
Tuition
is $271.00 per credit for undergraduate courses. Full time (12 -- 18 credit
hours) undergraduate tuition is $3,934.00 per term. These rates are for residents
of Pennsylvania. Out-of-state tuition rate is $568.00 per credit for undergraduate
courses. Full time (12 -- 18 credit hours) undergraduate tuition is $8,338.00
per term for out-of-state residents.
A Pennsylvania resident
is a person who has lived in Pennsylvania for at least twelve (12) consecutive
months immediately prior to the date of his/her application to UPG. Any questions
regarding residency can be directed to the PA Residency Officer.
An application fee of $35.00
is charged to new students for admission to undergraduate courses.
Full-time and part-time
students are required to obtain a parking permit for $50.00. The parking permit
is valid from September to September of the next year (See Parking).
General Fees (All students
are assessed the following fees):
|
Fee
|
Full-time
Students
|
Part-time
Students
|
|
Student
Center
|
$37.00
|
$14.00
|
|
Student
Activity
|
$53.00
|
$18.00
|
|
Health
|
$15.00
|
$0
|
|
Computer
Network
|
$130.00
|
$65.00
|
|
Athletic
|
$65.00
|
$13.00
|
The right to change tuition
rates and fees at any time without advance notice is reserved by the University.
Tuition and fees presented in this booklet are unofficial and subject to change
without notification.
2) STUDENT EMERGENCY
LOAN FUND
The purpose of the emergency
loan fund is to assist students in overcoming minor financial emergencies
relating to his/her education. The operating base from which these funds are
derived is small, thus it is imperative that the borrower repay his/her note
within the stipulated period in order that others might also benefit from
this fund. This fund will be in operation during the Fall, Spring and Summer
terms as follows:
a)
To be eligible, an applicant must be enrolled as a student with 3 or more
credits at the University.
b) Loans are made for emergency purposes only
to students who are in good financial standing at the University.
c) Each loan will be made up to a maximum of $200.00.
d) Complete payment of a previous loan is necessary
before a new loan will be approved.
e) Loans must be paid in full within two months
or prior to the end of the current term, whichever comes first. If a loan
is not repaid in full, the student will not be permitted to register for future
terms and the student's transcripts and/or diploma will not be released.
f) Interest will be charged only on loans that
extend beyond the two (2) month period. The outstanding balance will be calculated
based on the number of days that have elapsed since the date of the scheduled
payment. Interest will be computed at the rate of 12% per annum.
g) A loan application must be completed and returned
to the Business Office in the ML 130. The application will be reviewed and
approved or disapproved within one (1) working day.
h) Upon approval of a loan, a student will be:
1) Required to complete and sign a promissory
note.
2) Required to set up a payback schedule.
3) Given the loan amount requested in the form
of a check. Emergency loan checks are generally ready for pick up forty-eight
(48) hours after the approval date. Checks may be picked up at the Business
Office, ML 130.
3) DROPPING FROM ONE
OR MORE COURSES WHILE ATTENDING OTHERS
Non-attendance of a
class does not constitute dropping a class.
Students who drop a course
or courses, but continue in at least one (1) other course during the term
on or prior to the end of the add/drop period, shall be refunded the amount
of the tuition and fees applicable to the course or courses dropped, less
a change of course charge, if applicable.
Students, who drop a course
or courses after the end of the add/drop period, shall not receive a refund
of tuition and fees applicable to the course or courses dropped.
Students, who withdraw
from short-term programs such as workshops and seminars, after commencement
of programs, shall not receive refund of tuition and/or fees.
4) RESIGNATION FROM
ALL COURSES
If you wish to drop all
of your courses before the official end of the add/drop period, you should
do so in the Office of the Registrar, ML 120. (See "Dropping one or More
Courses while Attending Others".)
After the end of the add/drop
period, if you wish to resign from all of your courses for which you have
registered, you must notify the Office of Student Accounts, ML 130, of your
intent to resign. Notification may be made by mail, phone, or in person to
have your resignation and term charges adjusted in accordance with the official
University Title IV Refund Policy. The effective date of the resignation of
the person who appears in person will be the date of the contact. The effective
date of contact by letter will be the postmark date. You must notify the Office
of Student Accounts if you wish to resign even if you are only registered
for one course or one credit. If you have housing and/or Dining Service charges,
you must notify the Coordinator of Housing and Academic Villages immediately.
If you resign after the
last day of the add/drop period, you are liable for a percentage of your charges
and will be issued "R" grades, denoting resignation, on your transcripts.
"R" grades do not count toward your degree, quality point average
or academic progress for purposes of financial aid eligibility.
No financial adjustments
are made when a student is requested to resign or is suspended/dismissed as
a result of disciplinary action.
5) TITLE IV REFUND POLICY
Adjustments to tuition
charges resulting from official resignations are based on the effective date
of resignation and in accordance with the federally mandated calculation.
The calculation is based
on the period of enrollment completed. That percentage is computed by dividing
the total number of calendar days in the term into the number of calendar
days completed, as of the date of student notification. The percentage of
Title IV assistance to which the student is entitled (has "earned")
is equal to this percentage of the term completed, up to 60%. If the resignation
occurs after 60% of the term is completed, the percentage is equal to 100%.
The amount of Title IV
aid that must be returned is based on the percentage of "unearned"
aid. That percentage is computed by subtracting earned aid from 100%. The
University is required to return the lesser of 1) the unearned aid percentage
applied to institutional charges or 2) the unearned aid percentage applied
to the total Title IV aid received.
The student is required
to return the difference between the amount of unearned aid and the amount
returned by the University. If the student (or parent(s) in the case of PLUS
loans) is required to return a portion or all of their loan proceeds, the
calculated amount is to be repaid according to the terms of the loan. Students
must return only half the amount of grant funds calculated. Funds are returned
to the following Title IV sources in order of priority:
|
1)
Unsubsidized FFEL loans
|
6)
Federal SEOG
|
|
2)
Subsidized FFEL loans
|
7)
Other Title IV assistance for which a return of funds is required
|
|
3)
Federal Perkins loans
|
8)
Other federal, state, private or institutional financial assistance
|
|
4)
FFEL PLUS loans
|
9)
Student
|
|
5)
Federal Pell Grants
|
|
6) FINANCIAL OBLIGATION
The University of Pittsburgh
has the right to withhold services, access to academic records, including
but nor limited to transcripts and diplomas, and will refuse to accept registrations
for current and future terms if a student defaults on any financial obligation
unless repayment arrangements have been made that are satisfactory to the
Treasurer of the University of Pittsburgh or his designate.
7) ADDITIONAL FEES
Special Service Fees: The
fees listed below will be assessed to students who fail to take appropriate
action on or before a published deadline date
|
Fee
|
Amount
|
Assessed
|
|
Late
Registration Fee
|
$25.00
|
Continuing
students who register after the continuing student registration deadline.
|
|
Special
Service Fee
|
$35.00
|
Students
who register after classes begin, but before the add/drop period ends,
with the Vice President for Academic Affair's authorization.
|
|
Late
Payment Fee
|
$50.00
per occurrence
|
Students
who fail to pay off their student account by their due date.
|
|
Cancellation
Fee
|
$50.00
|
Students
canceled for non-payment of academic and related charges.
|
|
Reinstatement
Fee
|
$60.00
|
Reinstatement
of canceled registration.
|
8) SPECIAL COURSE-RELATED
FEES
|
Course
|
Amount*
|
|
All
Biology Lab Courses
|
$45.00
|
|
All
Chemistry Lab Courses
|
$45.00
|
|
*Fees
may be changed at any time
|
|
9) ELIGIBILITY FOR PENNSYLVANIA
RESIDENCY TUITION RATES
Each student is classified
at the time of his/her admission as to eligibility to pay in-state tuition
rates. In general, if a student has lived in Pennsylvania for a continuous
period of 12 months prior to attending any college or university in the state,
he/she is eligible for the in-state tuition rates. In addition, the student
must be a citizen of the United States or have an immigrant or permanent resident
visa. Individuals who are not citizens are required to show their permanent
resident identification card to the clerk in the Office of Student Records.
Students under 21 years of age are presumed to have the same domicile as their
parents. Any student may petition for eligibility by supplying convincing
evidence to be reviewed by the Office of the Registrar. Changes in the address
of parents or legal guardian must be reported to the Registrar.
Note: A student who changes
his/her domicile from Pennsylvania to another state must promptly give written
notice to the University.
All questions regarding Student Accounts should
be directed to Student Accounts in Millstein Library 130 or by calling 724-836-9908.
The Student Accounts office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30am -- 5:00pm.
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BOOKSTORE
The UPG Bookstore is located
on the first floor of the Chambers Hall. Students may purchase all required
texts and parking permits, as well as course-related items such as pens, notebooks,
typing paper and other supplies. The Bookstore also maintains an inventory
of PITT imprinted items such as mugs, shirts and sweatshirts.
HOURS (for Fall and Spring
Terms)
Monday -- Thursday 8:30am -- 7:00pm
Friday 8:30am -- 5:00pm
1) BOOK RETURN POLICY
* Books must be returned
within 17 calendar days from the start of classes
* Books must be unmarked and in saleable condition
* Your cash receipt and a signed academic withdrawal
form must be provided
2) CHECK CASHING POLICY
* $25 limit per day
* Check cashing fee of 25 cents
* Checks must be made out to CASH or UPG
* If you write a bad check, your check cashing
privileges will be stopped for the remainder of the term
3) CHARGE CARDS
* Visa
* MasterCard
* Discover
4. ITEMS
* Greeting Cards/Postage
stamps
* Chips, candy, gum and other snacks
* Health and Beauty supplies
* Gift Certificates
* Any denomination may be purchased
* May be used in all Pitt Campus Bookstores
* Cash cannot be given. Merchandise must be purchased
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CAMPUS COMMUNICATIONS
1) THE INTERCOM
Each Friday of the Fall
and Spring Terms, the campus newsletter, Intercom, is published. ALL OFFICIAL
ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL APPEAR IN THIS NEWSLETTER. Students are responsible for
checking the Intercom each Friday for information. Copies may be obtained
in the student lounge areas, in the offices of the faculty secretaries, in
the library and in the Office of Student Records.
Ms. Karen Gavula, University
Relations and Institutional Advancement, LH202 must receive information for
the newsletter by 5:00pm on Monday for inclusion in that week's Intercom.
2) CANCELLATION OF CLASSES
It is each individual's
responsibility to determine whether there is to be any deviation from normal
class schedules. Notice of cancellation of an individual class, for any reason,
will always be posted on the classroom door on Intercom paper.
In the event of an emergency
(snowstorm, power failure, etc.) which would necessitate the cancellation
of all classes, radio stations WHJB (620), Greensburg, KDKA (1020), Pittsburgh,
and WTAE (1250), Pittsburgh, are utilized for announcements. Locally, WHJB
announces school cancellations about every half-hour at 6:00, 6:30, etc. The
best Pittsburgh source appears to be WTAE television, which lists all school
cancellations in alphabetical order, regardless of the type of school/college,
and repeats the entire list about every half-hour. We are listed with the
U's rather than with the P's or G's. Every effort should be made to obtain
information from broadcasts to avoid jamming the switchboard during inclement
weather.
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COMPUTER CENTER
The University of Pittsburgh
at Greensburg provides academic computing facilities in the McKenna Hall Computer
Center located at the center of campus. Computer Center resources are available
to all students with a validated University I.D. card. These resources include
a variety of networked Windows PCs with a wide range of applications software.
Additionally each of these machines has access to the University's Ethernet
backbone. The Center also provides laser printing and full-page color scanning
capabilities.
A variety of software is
available to each type of computer including; word processing, desktop publishing,
programming languages, spreadsheet and database applications and much more.
The University's network
provides access to a variety of services running under the Unix and VMS environments.
These services include a vast amount of software, ranging from word processing
and programming languages to statistical analysis and mathematical modeling.
PITTCAT, the on-line library database and the Internet
1) HOURS
The Computer Center maintains
hours to maximize availability of resources in a cost effective manner. These
hours are posted at the beginning of each term in McKenna Hall.
2) COMPUTER MISUSE/ABUSE
Chain letters, unauthorized
account access, obscene or threatening messages are all considered by the
University to be forms of computer abuse. Computing resources at the University
are valuable and limited; misuse cannot be tolerated. The following policy
regarding computer abuse is reprinted from the CIS document "User's Guide
to Academic Computing":
Every member of the University
of Pittsburgh has two basic rights regarding computing, privacy and a fair
share of resources. Since computing resources are community resources, they
should be used in a manner consistent with the instructional, research and
administrative objectives of the University community. All users are urged
to exercise common sense and decency and follow these guidelines:
a)
Respect the privacy of other users. Do not intentionally seek information
about, obtain copies of, or modify files, tapes or passwords belonging to
other users unless explicitly authorized to do so by those users.
b) Respect the financial structure of the computing
systems. Do not intentionally develop or use any unauthorized mechanisms to
alter or avoid charges levied by the University or computing services.
c) Respect system performance. Do not deliberately
attempt to degrade or disrupt the system performance or to interfere with
the work of other users.
d) Respect appropriate laws and copyrights. The
laws of copyright, licensing agreements, and trade secret laws control the
distribution of programs and databases. These should be observed, as well
as all federal and state laws, including those regarding obscenity.
e) Respect the spirit of academia. The theft,
mutilation or abuse of computing resources violates the nature and spirit
of the academic environment.
Persons violating this
policy are subject to suspension of their mainframe accounts and access to
all Computer Center resources and services. Students violating this policy
will also be charged with violations of the Student Code of Conduct and will
be brought before the Campus Judicial Board. Students should consult the Student
Code of Conduct available from the Office of Student Services, 219 Chambers
Hall.
Any questions relating
to specific policies, procedures or usage of the UPG Computer Center should
be directed to Mr. Bill Martin, Director of Computing & Telecommunications,
Ms. Tanya Conde, Mr. Patrick McKula, Ms. Shirley Mileca or Mr. Dan Mudry.
3) ACCEPTABLE USE OF
STUDENT INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY RESOURCES
"Information Technology
Resources" includes, but is not limited to: campus computing facilities
(labs and individual machines); University time-sharing services; remote access
services including residence hall network ports and modem access; World Wide
Web pages and related resources; internal or external network connectivity;
and access to other services and machines.
The information technology
resources of the University are available to faculty, staff, and students
of this institution for the purpose of instruction, research, and other activities
defined by the Chancellor or the Provost.
The Student Code of Conduct
addresses offenses related to the properties and operation of the University
and therefore applies to information technology use and resources as it applies
to all other University resources. Specifically, an offense related to utilization
of the University information technology resources is committed when a student:
a)
Uses information technology resources for purposes other than research or
instructional purposes. (Information technology resources may not be used
for commercial purposes or personal benefit or gain).
b) Intentionally or recklessly abuses or misuses
information technology resources so as to cause damage or disturbances to
such resources, or harassment to other persons.
c) Repeatedly or purposefully engages in activities,
which can be reasonably expected to or do unreasonably tax information technology
resources or go beyond the intended or acceptable use.
d) Borrows, lends, falsifies or misuses a computer
account or information technology resource, or allows or facilitates the unauthorized
access to use of University information technology resources by a third party.
e) Obtains the password(s) of other persons in
order to use University or University-related information technology resources
without proper authorization.
f) Uses electronic media to harass or threaten
other persons, or to publicly display, design, copy, draw, print, or publish
obscene language or graphics.
g) Submits or causes to be submitted to UPG Computing
Services or the University false, misleading, harassing or deceptive help
requests or complaints.
h) Impersonates another person or an information
technology resource.
i) Uses University information technology resources
to gain or attempt to gain unauthorized access to information technology resources
either inside or outside of the University.
j) Intercepts attempts to intercept or otherwise
monitors any communications not explicitly intended for him or her.
k) Copies, reads, accesses, uses, misappropriates,
alters, publishes or destroys the files, output data, documents or other files
of another individual or attempts to do so, without the permission of that
individual, project leader, or information technology resource administrator.
l) Makes, distributes, and/or uses unauthorized
duplicates of copyrighted material, including software applications, proprietary
data, and information technology resources. (Unauthorized copying of copyrighted
software or proprietary files may also lead to proceedings in the civil court.)
m) Interferes with the operation of the University's
information technology resources by deliberately or recklessly attempting
to degrade or disrupt resource performance, security, or administrative operation,
including but not limited to intentionally introducing any computer virus
or similar disruptive force into any information technology resource.
4) JUDICIAL PROCEDURES
FOR ALLEGED INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY RESOURCE VIOLATIONS
The
following options are available to the University in responding to alleged
violations of the Acceptable Use of Student Information Technology Resources
portion of the Code of Conduct:
1) When a violation of the Code is observed and
the alleged violator is identified, one or a combination of the following
actions may be taken by the University:
a) Collect evidence of the alleged violation,
including copies of the files or any other information, for the ensuing investigation.
b) Issue a warning to the accused violator(s).
c) Request corrective action by the accused.
d) If the alleged Code violation represents a
continuing threat of damage or harassment to the community, an interim suspension
of the accused student's access to information technology resources will be
imposed.
2) In cases where an interim suspension has been
imposed, UPG Computing Services may promptly file a complaint with the University
Student Judicial System requesting an expedited hearing.
3) UPG Computing Services may file a complaint
with the UPG Judicial Coordinator.
4) In proceedings within the University Student
Judicial System, all policies and procedures of that system apply.
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MILLSTEIN LIBRARY
The library is an integral
part of the Greensburg Campus of the University of Pittsburgh providing for
the research needs of the UPG faculty, staff and students. The library maintains
a growing collection of over 75,000 volumes and 400 current periodical subscriptions
and online access to all other University of Pittsburgh Libraries through
PittCat. Access to a variety of databases is also provided through the University
of Pittsburgh Digital Library. Searching can be performed onsite or remotely
through the University Computer network and the World Wide Web.
Facilities in the Millstein
Library include a microcomputer lab, group study rooms, the distance learning
classroom, the stereo listening room, photocopy machines and microfilm reader/printers.
The library also provides quiet study for the campus community. Therefore,
we request that all library patrons have consideration and respect for other
members of the UPG community. Smoking, chewing tobacco, and eating in the
library is strictly prohibited. Students may bring in water or coffee in spill-proof
containers only.
Library Hours - Fall
and Spring Terms
Monday -- Thursday 8:30am -- 11:00pm
Friday 8:30am -- 5:00pm
Saturday 8:30am -- 5:00pm
Sunday noon -- 7:00pm
Library hours may vary
during holidays, the summer term, term breaks and final exam weeks. Any changes
from regular hours will be posted in the library and announced in the Intercom
or at our Web site (http://www.pitt.edu/~upg/library.html) or call 724-836-9687.
1) CIRCULATION PROCEDURES
Library materials may be
checked out for three weeks and renewed for another three weeks when not in
demand. Students may place a hold on materials not immediately available at
the information desk. A valid University of Pittsburgh I.D. card must be presented
when checking out materials.
Faculty place pertinent
materials on reserve for course assignments. Most reserve materials are for
library use only.
Fines for overdue materials are 10 cents a day;
50 cents a day for reserve materials. If fines are not paid by the end of
a term, a stop order will be placed on grades.
2) LIBRARY SERVICES
If you need help in using
the library, or assistance with a topic, please ask at the Information Desk.
Library skills are taught as part of the Freshman Seminar during the fall
term. Librarians also provide reference service on a daily basis to individual
patrons. Other services available to all Pitt students include:
Interlibrary Loan -- Books
and journal articles not held by Greensburg can be obtained from other libraries
for faculty, staff and students. Charges incurred in the course of obtaining
materials may be passed on to the patron. An interlibrary loan request usually
takes 2-5 days from the time a request is made until receipt of the items.
Reciprocal Borrowing --
In addition to borrowing privileges at other Pitt campuses, all Pitt Greensburg
students may borrow items from the following local institutions: Penn State-New
Kensington, Penn State-Fayette, Penn State-McKeesport, Saint Vincent College,
Seton Hill College and Westmoreland County Community College. Students must
present a valid I.D. at these libraries and abide by the institution's rules
in regard to lending policies. For more information on this service, a pamphlet
is available at the Information Desk of the Millstein Library.
Share Westmoreland -- The
Millstein Library is part of Share Westmoreland, a consortium of various public,
school and college libraries in Westmoreland County. Articles from periodicals
can be obtained free of charge from these libraries.
Other Libraries -- Access
to other library catalogs is available through the University of Pittsburgh
Digital Library and the World Wide Web.
3) OTHER SERVICES
Wheelchair access to library
workstations, large print and audio publications, and voice-activated computers,
are provided for patrons with special needs.
4) AUDIO-VISUAL SERVICES
Campus audio-visual equipment
is available for classroom use by faculty, staff and students. AVS is located
on the second floor of the Millstein Library. Requests for AVS services should
be made in advance. Contact the AVS Director at 724-836-9872 for further information.
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SECURITY AND EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
Security at the University
of Pittsburgh at Greensburg exists for the safety and protection of all students,
faculty, staff and their guests that study, work, live and visit the University
of Pittsburgh. All are expected to abide by the rules and codes of the Commonwealth
of Pennsylvania as well as the rules and regulations set forth by the University
of Pittsburgh. The Security Department will enforce these codes against all
violators.
CAMPUS
SECURITY PHONE #'s
|
From
on-campus x9865
|
From
off-campus 724-836-9865
|
1) EMERGENCIES
Emergencies should be reported
promptly to the University's central switchboard (dial 0 on any University
telephone) or to the Security Department, located in the Safety and Security
Center, or by calling the above number. If a pay phone is used, dial 911.
In either case, please be sure to indicate the exact location (building, floor,
room) where help is needed and the extension or phone number where you can
be reached for further information or instructions. After 5:00pm, dial x9865
on campus, or if off campus dial 724-836-9865.
2) FIRE DRILLS OR ALARMS
At the sound of the alarm,
the building should be cleared promptly; do not run or impede others. All
buildings on campus have clearly designated EXIT signs; you should familiarize
yourself with the location of the exits in all buildings. Remain clear of
any building in which an alarm has sounded so that emergency equipment will
not be hampered. Re-enter buildings only when given instructions to do so.
3) ACCIDENTS
All accidents that occur
on campus must be reported to the Safety and Security Department.
In most cases, it would
be wise to get an injured person to the emergency room at:
Westmoreland Hospital
532 West Pittsburgh Street
Greensburg, PA 15601
724-837-1000
If an ambulance is needed,
call Campus Security at x9865 or 724-836-9865.
4) PARKING
For information and rules
and regulations about parking on campus, please refer to the Campus Parking
Rules and Regulations manual available in the Office of Student Services,
219 Chambers Hall, and the Office of Safety and Security, located in the Safety
and Security Center, or on the UPG web page at www.pitt.edu/~upg/parking.html.
5) FIREARMS/WEAPONS/EXPLOSIVES
The possession and/or use
of firearms or other weapons or explosives (including fireworks), or possession
and/or use of dangerous chemicals except as authorized for use in class or
other approved activity is strictly prohibited on the UPG campus.
Definitions
as used in this section:
Firearm -- Any weapon that is designed to or may
readily be converted to expel any projectile. This includes B.B. guns, stun
guns, potato guns, and pellet guns.
Knives -- All knives are prohibited on the UPG
campus with the exception of one small pen knife or one small Swiss knife,
or one utility knife with the blade less than three (3) inches.
Weapon -- Any bomb, grenade, blackjack, nightstick,
metal knuckles, dagger, razor, or cutting instrument, the blade of which is
exposed in an automatic way by switch, pushbutton, spring mechanism, or otherwise,
or other implement for the infliction of serious bodily injury which serves
no common lawful purpose.
Sworn full-time Law Enforcement
Officers on official business are exempt from this policy.
6) FIRE REGULATIONS
Fires of any type are strictly
prohibited. The Dean of Student Services must approve any exceptions in writing.
Fire equipment is maintained for the protection of lives and property. Tampering
or abuse of this equipment is a criminal act and violators are subject to
prosecution.
7) TOBACCO POLICY
The University Tobacco
Products Policy, effective February 1, 1991, and updated May 1, 2001 reads
as follows: "Use of all forms of tobacco products is prohibited in all
University owned and leased facilities, including residence halls and off-campus
housing facilities; and in all University vehicles, including motor pool vehicles,
campus buses and vans."
Exceptions may be made
only with approval of the University Director of Environmental Health and
Safety. At UPG, requests for the establishment of "Designated Smoking
Areas" must be submitted to Mr. Carl Rossman, Vice-President for Administrative
Affairs. Mr. Rossman will forward the requests to the Director of Environmental
Health and Safety for evaluation.
8) TELEPHONES
University non-residence
hall phones are to be used only for official business. Anyone making personal
calls or other unauthorized calls will be liable for expenses and subject
to University Judicial action. The University will not pay for third party
(collect) calls.
9) DEFACING OR DAMAGING EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHINGS
Students who deface or
damage University equipment, library books, furnishings or tamper with vending
machines will be prosecuted to the full extent provided by law and will be
subject to disciplinary action and payment for repair of the damages.
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PLANT MAINTENANCE
1) LOUNGES AND STUDY
AREAS
While the Facilities Maintenance
Department makes every effort to keep all buildings clean and comfortable,
heavy usage both day and evening makes everyone's cooperation essential. Please
use the trash receptacles provided. Furniture is arranged to accommodate various
group settings and, if temporarily rearranged, should be promptly replaced
in its normal position. Quiet should be maintained at all times in corridors
and study areas. The lounges are reserved for your quiet relaxation and enjoyment.
They are not suitable places for the forms of activities that belong outdoors
or in the gymnasium. Classrooms that are not in use are reserved and available
for quiet study except when custodial or maintenance functions are being performed.
2) FACILITY USE FOR
SPECIAL EVENTS
It is our policy to encourage
special events subject to the availability of facilities -- regular academic
programs and internal events normally take precedence over external ones.
It is also our general policy not to permit any external group (whether or
not they include student and/or staff or faculty members) to meet on campus
on a regular basis. Approval of both internal and external events is subject
to suitability of the campus for such an event. This approval must take into
account compatibility with University character and the physical limitations
of the campus and/or its buildings and other facilities. The sponsor must
insure there is adequate provision for security, parking, maintenance, etc.
3) MAINTENANCE REQUESTS
The Director of Plant Maintenance
must be notified in writing at least seven (7) days in advance of any campus
events that will require assistance from the maintenance or custodial divisions.
This policy applies to,
but is not limited to, any set-up requirements which must be performed by
the Plant Maintenance Department (moving or removing furniture, extra cleaning
before an event, hanging posters or banners, etc.) and any clean-up which
must be performed to return the area to its normal function and condition.
If the Plant Maintenance Department is not notified of special requirements,
the sponsoring group or office will be held responsible for performing all
necessary set-up and clean-up for an event. Organizations found in violation
of this policy may be denied the use of University facilities.
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SEXUAL ASSAULT AWARENESS AND ASSISTANCE
The University of Pittsburgh
at Greensburg provides educational programs to promote safety awareness in
the area of rape and other sexual assaults. The University notifies students
of the availability of assistance to survivors of any sexual assault, and
provides information on the procedures for on-campus disciplinary action and/or
criminal charges.
The University widely circulates
information regarding physical health and mental health care both on campus
and in the community. In addition, the University will provide assistance
for relocation of residence and/or class scheduling if requested by a survivor
of sexual assault and if the changes are reasonably available.
Survivors of sexual assault
can receive assistance in finding medical, legal, and psychological and other
student services by contacting any of the following persons:
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Patty
LaMantia, Director Health Services
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216
CH
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724-836-9947
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Gayle
Pamerleau, Director Counseling Services
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218
CH
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724-836-9870
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Thomas
Horan, Director of Safety and Security
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SSC
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724-836-9865
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Carol Calloway, Registrar
& Special Assistant to the President for Minority and University
Affairs
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123
ML
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724-836-9904
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The
Center Against Domestic and Sexual Violence
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724-836-1122
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AFFIRMATIVE ACTION
1) OVERVIEW
The University of Pittsburgh,
as an educational institution and an employer, has pledged itself to make
the full range of its programs available to all qualified students, regardless
of non-relevant criteria such as race, color, religion, ethnicity, national
origin, age, sexual orientation, sex, marital, veteran or handicapped status.
This short guide to affirmative action for students is based on the University's
firm commitment to developing and maintaining an inclusive educational community.
2) HISTORICAL BACKGROUND
In the past, the success
of equal opportunity through affirmative action was perceived to be dependent
upon the enforcement powers of federal, state and local agencies. The authority
of these agencies was mandated through a variety of laws and regulations,
such as the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Executive Orders 11246 and 11375, Title
IX, the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment
Act and the like. However, the University of Pittsburgh established as its
goal the implementation of affirmative action as part of its internal policies
and procedures. More recently, considerations related to full access for all
students have become a normal part of admissions decisions, financial aid
awards and all other areas of student affairs including student government,
student organizations, academic life and student employment. Today, the University's
commitment to affirmative action has become an internal policy.
3) THE DIVERSITY/COSMOPOLITANISM
COMMITTEE
The President of the Greensburg
Campus established the Diversity/Cosmopolitanism Committee in the Fall term
of 1998-1999. The Committee, which consists of faculty, students and staff
members, was formed to act as an advisory group in implementation of the following
goals:
a) Increase recruitment
of students, faculty, and staff of diverse cultural backgrounds;
b) Revised curriculum to include core courses
that address issues of diversity and provide different ethno-cultural perspectives;
c) Continued and increased extracurricular activities
and events relating to diversity and multiculturalism; and
d) The establishment of international exchange
programs.
The Committee's overriding
agenda is to ensure that Greensburg students have direct exposure to different
racial and ethno cultural perspectives through interaction with other campus
members, through courses that deal with related issues and through extracurricular
activities and events.
For further information
concerning the Committee's work, please contact one of the Co-Chairpersons:
Dr. Nancy Estrada, PH 129, 724-836-9930 or Ms. Carol Calloway, ML 123, 724-836-9904.
4) MENTORING PROGRAM
Faculty and staff members
of the Affirmative Action Committee serve as mentors to minority students
at the Greensburg campus. Mentors advise and assist students in a range of
areas such as counseling, networking, problem solving, etc. The main purpose
of the Mentoring Program is to provide minority students with access to people
who can assist them to succeed in all facets of college life. Mentors do not
replace the regularly assigned academic advisors since their role is to enhance
the advisement process. To obtain more information about the Mentoring Program,
please contact the sponsor, Ms. Carol Calloway, ML 123, 724-836-9904.
5) RELATED STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS
AND SERVICES
The Minority Student Coalition,
which was formerly called the UPG Organization for Black Awareness (OBA),
which was founded in 1990 to provide a vehicle for the social, academic and
personal development of minority students. In addition, non-minority students
who wish to enhance their knowledge and experience with people of other cultures
are encouraged and welcome to join. For further information, please contact
the sponsor, Ms. Carol Calloway, ML 123, 724-836-9904.
A representative sample
of student organizations and University services whose interests and concerns
complement those of the University Affirmative Action Committee are listed
below:
The
Black Action Society (BAS), a representative voice of black students at the
University
The Black Engineers' Council
The Society of Women Engineers
Association of American Women Dental Students
Black American Law Students Association
Black Graduate and Professional Student Caucus
Pre-Medical Organizations for Minority Students
International Student Services
Disabled Student Services
The Women's Center, an advocate for women's educational
issues
Students at the Greensburg
campus are welcome to contact the offices listed or to seek assistance from
the Dean of Student Services.
6) MINORITY STUDENT
ACHIEVEMENT AWARD
The UPG Affirmative Action
Committee Minority Student Achievement Award is given annually to the graduating
minority student who demonstrates leadership, academic achievement and shows
promise for success in his or her future endeavors. Please contact Ms. Carol
Calloway, at 724-836-9904 for further information concerning this award.
7) QUALITY THROUGH EQUITY
The Office of Affirmative
Action and the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs have primary
responsibility for developing and implementing policies that promote affirmative
action in Student Services. These offices also are available to assist you
when you are not sure where to turn for help in a matter related to affirmative
action. Please call one of the following to make an appointment:
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Office
of Affirmative Action
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Office
of Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs
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Mr.
Rick Fogle
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901 William Pitt
Union
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130
William Pitt Union
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Dean
of Student Services
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Pittsburgh,
PA 15260
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Pittsburgh,
PA 15260
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University
of Pittsburgh at Greensburg
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412-648-7860
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412-648-1006
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724-836-9916
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STUDENT SERVICES
The Office of Student Services
(OSS) is located in Chambers Hall 219. The OSS staff assists students in their
personal development, creates a positive environment outside the classroom
and provides essential student services. The Office of Student Services coordinates
the areas of athletics, career services, counseling, food service, health
services, housing, intramurals, judicial affairs, leadership development,
residence life, Summer Orientation Academic Registration (S.O.A.R.), Welcome
Week, student activities and organizations, and the University I.D. Card center.
1) ATHLETICS
Intercollegiate Athletics
sponsors men's baseball, women's softball, men's basketball, women's basketball,
men's soccer, women's soccer, men's golf, women's golf, men's and women's
cross country, men's tennis, and women's volleyball. Currently, the Pitt Greensburg
Bobcats compete against a variety of NCAA Division III and NAIA affiliated
institutions in Western Pennsylvania, Ohio and Maryland. UPG is a member of
the NCAA and competes in NCAA Division III. The UPG Bobcats will participate
in the Allegheny Mountain Collegiate Conference and the Eastern College Athletic
Conference in 2002 -- 2003. Students are not offered scholarships for athletic
participation. Student athletes dedicated to the sport of their choice and
the University are welcome participants.
The UPG Cheerleaders and
Bobcat Dancers are also sponsored by the Athletics Department. These groups
perform at a variety of athletics contests and University events. Participation
is open to all full-time and part-time students.
Bobcat Team: A booster club dedicated to enhancing
intercollegiate athletics at UPG. The club raises funds throughout the year
for the sole purpose of improving student athlete welfare. The club also sponsors
the annual golf outing held in June. Call Mr. Dan Swalga at 724-836-9949 for
details.
2) INTRAMURALS/RECREATION
The primary objective of
intramurals is to encourage all students, faculty and staff members to participate
in organized recreation and maintain physical fitness. The Intramural Program
has been designed to offer a variety of activities in order to meet the diverse
needs of the University community. At UPG, intramurals is "Sports for
All." Intramural and recreation programs offer participants fun, relaxation
and personal satisfaction. Intramurals are a vital part of the total educational
experience at UPG. The Intramural Department invites all students, faculty
and staff to participate in the program(s) of their choice.
Current Intramural Sports:
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Softball
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Tennis
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Flag
Football
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Racquetball
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Indoor
and Outdoor Soccer
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Table
Tennis
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Basketball
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Pool
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Co-ed
Volleyball
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Golf
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Sand
Volleyball
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Bowling
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Fun
Run
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Recreation programs include
aerobics, which is held two times per week throughout the academic year. Traditional
events such as UPG Up-All-Night are part of the recreational scene.
3) CAREER SERVICES
The Office of Career Services
assists students with each step of the career selection process.
During their time at UPG,
students visit Career Services to:
*
Assess individual interests, abilities and values
* Identify majors and careers that match preferences
* Research occupations
* Locate internships
* Explore graduate school options
* Develop job hunting and work related skills
* Gain meaningful employment
Many resources and services
are available (for FREE!) to all UPG students and alumni including:
*
Individual career counseling
* Interest, ability, and personality assessments
* DISCOVER, a computerized career guidance system
* A variety of workshops including career planning,
job search techniques, resume and cover letter writing, interviewing skills,
and mock interviews
* The Career Seminar of the UPG Edge
* Access to a variety of job fairs
* Career exploration activities
* Resume referral and job posting services
In conjunction with the
Oakland campus, UPG's Office of Career Services also offers graduating students
the opportunity to participate in on-campus interviews with recruiters.
Students are encouraged
to contact the Office of Career Services early in the their academic career.
Office hours are held Monday -- Friday 8:30am -- 5:00pm and evening hours
by appointment in 219 Chambers Hall. For more information or to schedule and
appointment, call 724-836-7182 or send e-mail to upgcrsrv@pitt.edu.
4) COUNSELING SERVICES
Individual Personal
Counseling
A licensed psychologist provides counseling for
students with personal problems or concerns. Some of the reasons students
come for counseling are:
*
Emotional or social difficulties
* Relationship conflicts
* Problems with parents or peers
* Adjustment problems
* Concern about academic progress or direction
Group Counseling
Group counseling is provided focusing on such
areas as assertiveness, stress management, and improving interpersonal relationships.
Testing
Personality, intelligence, and achievement testing
is administered by a licensed psychologist. The results are used in conjunction
with the counseling process. Depression and anxiety screenings are also administered.
Consultation, Outreach
and Referral
The psychologist is available to consult with
UPG faculty, staff, students, and a student's family in order to provide information
and direction to appropriate mental health services. A list of area services
and resources is available.
Information and Resources
An information and brochure display case is located
at the entrance to the Counseling Center. Students will find information on
a variety of mental health topics in addition to information on community
resources. Relaxation tapes to help reduce anxiety, stress, and tension are
available for students to use.
Counseling hours are 8:30
AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday. Evening appointments are also scheduled.
For additional information or to schedule an appointment, call the Counseling
Center, 724-836-9870 or the Office of Student Services, 724-836-9917.
There
is no charge for on-campus services. CONFIDENTIALITY IS STRICTLY MAINTAINED.
5) FOOD SALES POLICY
a)
Requests for on-campus food sales by student organizations must be approved
by the Office of Student Services, Chambers Hall 219 and the University's
food service contractor. Requests will be approved on a first-come, first-served
basis. All requests must be in writing and signed by an organization officer.
b) The sponsoring organization is responsible
for set-up and cleaning of the sales area. The organization is responsible
for any clean-up charges incurred by the University.
c) All trash must be placed in trash cans. Organizations
may request trash bags from the Maintenance Department.
d) All food must be kept at the proper temperature.
e) The sponsoring organization, in requesting
approval for a food sale, assumes responsibility for taking adequate precautions
to insure the health and safety of patrons.
6) DINING SERVICES
Chartwells, with whom the
University of Pittsburgh at Greensburg has contracted with for Dining Services,
is located on the first floor of Chambers Hall. Bobcat Station offers meals
on an ala carte basis from 7:30am -- 10:00pm Monday -- Thursday, 7:30am --
3:00pm Fridays, 1:00pm -- 4:30pm Saturday and 5:30pm -- 8:00pm on Sunday.
The Board Plans offer meals three times daily during the week and twice on
Saturday and Sunday. Each board plan meal offers seconds. Resident students
must participate in one of the University Board Plans. Commuter students may
purchase CATCASH, a declining balance program, or eat in the dining hall on
a cash per meal basis.
Entrance to and exit from
the dining hall is through the main doors. The side doors are for emergency
use only. All persons are expected to return their tray and dishes to the
tray return area. Shirts and shoes must be worn at all times. Students are
expected to conduct themselves in a mature and responsible manner. Inappropriate
and/or disruptive behavior may result in expulsion from the dining areas and/or
disciplinary action. No refunds or discounts will be made.
7) HEALTH SERVICES
The University Health Center
is open Monday thru Friday, 8:30am -- 4:30pm, located in Chambers Hall 216.
A variety of services are available to all students.
Scope of services:
*
Primary assessment and treatment of health problems and injuries by the Nurse-Director.
* Physician services on campus once weekly; appointments
are recommended.
* Simple diagnostic screenings such as Beta-hemolytic
group A strep tests, pregnancy tests and diascan blood glucose monitoring.
* Allergy injections by appointment.
* First-Aid supplies and services.
* Blood pressure screening.
* Health education and counseling with referrals
to community resources when applicable.
* Meningitis Vaccines
Most services, excluding
prescription medications, x-rays, laboratory tests are provided at no or low
cost to all students.
The SELF CARE CENTER FOR
COLDS AND CUTS is located in the Health Center. This center provides student
access for medical care during the hours when the nurse is not available.
The SELF CARE CENTER may be utilized from 7:00 am -- 10:00 pm Monday through
Friday and on Saturday and Sunday from 11:00 am -- 10:00 pm.
a) Student Immunization
All incoming full-time
freshmen must submit proof of immunization against the following diseases
as specified below:
Measles (Rubeola)
All entering students born after 1956 must have
two doses of live measles vaccine: the first dose administered at 12 months
of age or older; the second dose administered at least one month after the
initial dose. Measles immunity proved by serological evidence showing adequate
antibody to measles also satisfies this requirement.
German Measles (Rubella)
One dose of live attenuated rubella vaccine administered
at twelve (12) months of age or older. Rubella immunity proved by serological
evidence showing adequate antibody to rubella satisfies this requirement.
Mumps
One dose of live attenuated mumps vaccine administered
at twelve (12) months of age or older, or a physician diagnosis of mumps disease
indicated by a written record signed by the physician or his designee.
b) STUDENT HEALTH INSURANCE
The University does not
offer a group health insurance plan for students. Information on health insurance
is available to all registered students in the University Health Center, Chambers
Hall 216. Specific questions regarding health insurance options should be
directed to the Office of Risk Management and Insurance 412-624-0621.
c) AIDS
The University believes
that at this time education is the primary means to limit the spread of human
immunodeficiency virus (HIV), the virus that can cause Acquired Immune Deficiency
Syndrome (AIDS). The following is intended to inform all members of the University
community of the University's health education efforts and its policy regarding
individuals who may have contracted AIDS or who may have become infected with
HIV.
1) Background Information
AIDS is a serious illness caused by the human
immunodeficiency virus (HIV), characterized by the inability of the body to
develop natural immunity against disease. At the present time there is no
known cure, or vaccine, for this disease.
HIV is transmitted through blood and body fluids.
Transmission of the virus occurs through intimate sexual contact with an infected
individual, the sharing of needles, through contaminated blood products and
tissues and from an infected mother to her infant during pregnancy or at the
time of childbirth. There is now a test for antibodies to HIV in donated blood,
which in combination with careful screening for risky behavior should limit
the transmission by blood and blood products.
Current research indicates
that HIV is not transmitted through casual contact. There is no evidence,
for example, that a person can acquire HIV infections from handshakes, dishes,
toilet seats, showers, swimming pools, and doorknobs or from routine contact
with a person who is infected with HIV.
2) Policy
The University AIDS policy highlights overall
educational emphasis as the primary means to limit the spread of Acquired
Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) or the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV),
which causes AIDS; establishes administrative responsibilities for the education
of faculty, staff and students; supports education of all employees with higher
risk of exposure to AIDS in the "universal precautions"; and ensures
confidentiality.
The University of Pittsburgh
does not discriminate against individuals who are diagnosed as HIV positive
or as having AIDS. The University recognizes that the health condition of
individuals is personal and confidential. Reasonable precautions will be taken
to protect information regarding the health condition of all members of the
University community.
Based on medical evidence,
which indicates that there is no risk of transmitting HIV through casual contact
in the classroom or circumstances involving only casual contact with others,
the University will impose no undue restriction on faculty, staff or students,
who are infected with HIV.
Members of the University
community who have higher risk of exposure should be educated about "universal
precautions". Such individuals include:
*
Employees in the food service, maintenance and housekeeping departments.
* Persons engaging in sports involving physical
injuries that may result in exposure to blood.
Special efforts will be
made to educate those at higher risk to understand the mechanism of transmission
of HIV and to ensure proper handling of all potentially contaminated materials
including those possibly infected with HIV.
3) Administrative Responsibilities
The Dean of Student Services and the University
Nurse will work with medical authorities to remain current on the latest information
concerning AIDS, its transmission and treatment and will arrange for a yearly
review and necessary revisions of this policy.
The Provost and the vice
presidents will review with medical authorities each known case of HIV infection
in the University community and will recommend appropriate administrative
action to protect both the individual and the University community.
*
In the case of a student, the Dean of Student Services will determine if any
administrative action should be taken.
* The Vice-President for Academic Affairs will
make such determination for faculty.
* For Staff, the Director with supervisory responsibility
for the infected individual will consult with the Vice-President for Administrative
Affairs prior to taking any administrative action.
All proposed administrative
actions regarding individuals infected with HIV will be reviewed by the Executive
Vice President prior to implementation to ensure consistency and conformity.
4) Educational Responsibilities
The University will provide education on a continuing
basis as a primary means to limit the spread of HIV. Faculty, staff and students
will also be educated as to the practice of "universal precautions."
5) General Student Body
The University Health Center
(UHC) will have primary responsibility for disseminating information about
HIV infection and providing information on AIDS to the student population.
This information will also be available to other constituencies of the University.
The UHC, in collaboration with the Counseling Office, will be responsible
for providing information and counseling on a confidential basis to students
known to be infected with HIV. Counseling will include precaution about engaging
in conduct that might lead to further spread of the virus.
6) Student Athletes
The Athletics Director and the head coaches will
be responsible for disseminating information about HIV infection, educating
student athletes on HIV transmission associated with contact sports and for
determining special precautions applicable to participation in athletics or
intramurals or use of athletic facilities.
7) Residence Hall Students
The UHC is also responsible for disseminating
information about HIV infection and distribution of educational materials
to resident students. Students diagnosed with HIV infection who reside in
the residence halls will be offered counseling, medical advice and other types
of support if necessary.
8) Faculty and Staff
The Office of the Provost
and the Office of Human Resources will be responsible for disseminating information
about HIV infection to faculty and staff. These offices will also provide
supervisory support to educate co-workers of employees who are HIV infected.
Copies of the AIDS policy
and information regarding AIDS and/or AIDS testing are available in the Health
Center, CH 216.
9) Local Area AIDS Resources
State Health Center
115W. Otterman
Greensburg, PA 15601
724-832-5315
Allegheny County Health Department
3441 Forbes Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
412-578-8332
Counseling Center
University of Pittsburgh at Greensburg
218 Chambers Hall
Greensburg, PA 15601
724-836-9870
Pitt Men's Study
Department of Infectious Diseases and Microbiology
P.O. Box 7256
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
412-624-2008
Health Center
University of Pittsburgh at Greensburg
216 Chambers Hall
Greensburg, PA 15601
724-836-9947
Pitt Treatment and Evaluation Unit
P.O. Box 7256
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
412-647-8125
8) HOUSING/RESIDENCE
LIFE
a) Off-Campus Housing
The Office of Student Services
maintains a list of available off-campus housing accommodations in the Greensburg
area. The list should not be construed as a recommendation for any of the
facilities listed. In issuing this list, UPG assumes no responsibility for
the condition of the housing or the safety or well being of the students while
they are residing off-campus. UPG assumes no responsibility for the contractual
arrangements made by the interested parties.
UPG will not knowingly
assist any landlord who engages in unlawful housing discrimination. Students
are not restricted to the listings and are referred to The Tribune Review
(Westmoreland County edition), for additional room and apartment listings.
Students are advised to telephone prospective landlords in advance for appointments.
b) On-Campus Housing
and Residence Life
Please refer to the
Resident Handbook
for more information.
UPG provides housing for
students at College Hall (part of which houses Natural Science and New Technologies
Academic Village), Humanities Academic Village, Behavioral Sciences Academic
Village, Robertshaw Hall, Rossetti International House, and University Court.
A Coordinator of Residence Life, a Resident Director, two Night Residence
Hall Coordinators, two Graduate Assistant and eighteen (18) Resident Assistants
staff the residence halls. The staff is trained to assist students with personal,
social and academic development.
c) Residence Hall Parking
Policy
Please refer to the UPG
Parking Ordinanance. A copy can be obtained at the Safety and Security Office
or on-line at httP://www.pitt.edu/~upg.parking.html
9) ORIENTATION
To assist new students
in gaining essential information and to help them make informed decisions
as they begin their successful college careers, the University of Pittsburgh
at Greensburg hosts two orientation programs -- one in the summer and one
in the fall.
The Summer Orientation
& Academic Registration (S.O.A.R.) program is designed to introduce new
first-year students and their parents to the University administration, faculty,
staff, services, programs, and facilities. The program includes placement
testing, academic advising, class registration, and information pertaining
to financial aid, career services, residence life, commuter life an a number
of other topics relevant to UPG.
Transfer and part-time
students are invited to attend an information fair about UPG in August, prior
to the commencement of the academic year.
Welcome Week is mandatory
for all new UPG students. This program offers new students a variety of fun
and informational activities and opportunities to meet other students and
University faculty, staff, and administration. Welcome Week traditionally
begins with new student move-in on the Thursday prior to the commencement
of classes in the fall term. Although the moniker is Welcome Week, activities
are actually held throughout the first few weeks of the fall semester. All
new UPG students will be charged a $40 orientation fee.
Another orientation session
is held in December for all new students that will be attending UPG, commencing
in the spring term.
10) PHOTO I.D. CARDS
All UPG students must have
a bar-coded University I.D. card. The I.D. card is required to checkout library
materials, to use campus facilities and to receive other University services.
Students must be registered for classes to apply for an I.D. card. To receive
an I.D. card, students must present another form of identification such as
their valid driver's license or their current class schedule. Students must
clear all holds prior to receiving their I.D. Photos are taken 8:30am -- 5:00pm
daily in the Office of Student Services (CH 219). The card is processed and
given to the student within five (5) minutes.
11) SPEAK UP
Speak Up is an electronic
mail suggestion box sponsored by the Office of Student Services. Students
are encouraged to e-mail their suggestions, ideas, and concerns by e-mailing
SpeakUp@pitt.edu. All ideas and problems received will be addressed and replies
will be sent promptly.
12) FAX SERVICES
Send or receive a fax for
$1.00/page. For more information, contact the Office of Student Services,
CH 219, 724-836-9917, FAX 724-836-7134.
13) STUDENT ACTIVITIES
AND ORGANIZATIONS
A diverse range of co-curricular
activities is available to students at UPG. The faculty and staff encourage
students to become involved in campus organizations and to participate in
campus activities. Students can initiate new organizations at any time. The
Office of Student Services must certify all student organizations in order
to use campus facilities. For information regarding starting a new organization,
please contact Director of Campus Activities at 724-836-9991, CH 219H.
STUDENT GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION
(SGA)
All full and part-time
students at UPG are eligible to become members of the Student Government Association
upon payment of the Student Activity Fee. The SGA provides students an opportunity
to participate in the decision-making process of the University, to consider
problems and make recommendations regarding Student Services and to serve
as the principal forum for student issues. The SGA is responsible for the
allocation of the Student Activity Fee. For more information, contact the
SGA at 724-836-9879, in CH 213, or any SGA member.
SGA
Executive Officers For Fall 2002
SGA
President - Lori Ann Day
Student Senate President - Jason Atwood
Speaker, House of Representatives- Brendon Von
Bon
Advisor:
Mr. Parris Carter, 724-836-9991, CH 219-H
STUDENT ACTIVITIES BOARD selects, promotes, and produces a wide variety of educational
and entertaining events. Membership is open to all UPG students. The Activities
Board office is located in Chambers Hall.
Student
Activities Board Officers for Fall 2002
President
-Michelle Gearinger
Executive Director - Brian Root
Business Manage - Kelly Lecocq
Entertainment Chair - Sara Livengood
Film/Lecture Chair - Jamie Prinkey
Marketing Chair - Laurie Daniel
Special Events Chair - Kimberly Clapper
Advisor:
Mr. Parris Carter, 724-836-9991, CH 219-H
The ACCOUNTING CLUB
sponsors speakers from CPA firms and other local businesses. Members assist
local community members and the UPG community with income tax preparation
through a program called VITA (Voluntary Income Tax Assistance).
Advisor: Ms. Pam Ondeck, 724-836-9995, PH 134
ALPHA PHI OMEGA connects students with volunteer and internship opportunities
at social service agencies. The Office of Student Services assists students
in locating organizations with needs that are geared toward the student's
skills and interests.
Advisor: Mr. Bryan Valentine, 724-836-7470, UC
RLO
AMNESTY INTERNATIONAL promotes a world in which every person enjoys all of the
Human Rights enshrined in the universal Declaration of Human Rights and other
International Human Rights standards.
Advisor: To Be Determined
The ARCHAEOLOGY SOCIETY
offers hands-on experience and professional information and opportunities
for students interested in the field of archaeology.
Advisor: Dr. Anthony Boldurian, 724-836-9989,
SH B-14
CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP strives to discuss and study the Bible, to encourage and
support personal faith development and to bring Christian ministries and activities
to UPG.
Advisor: Mr. Bill Martin, 724-836-9927, MCK 102
CIRCLE K INTERNATIONAL is a service organization that affords its members a unique
opportunity to develop leadership skills through helping others and supporting
local community non-profit organizations through a variety of services and
social activities. Past Circle K projects include the Special Olympics, Big
Brothers and Big Sisters, Make-A-Wish Foundation and Habitat for Humanity.
Advisor: Dr. Stan Katzman, 724-836-9860, SH B-24
The COLLEGE REPUBLICANS
are an organization dedicated to protecting the principals of life, liberty,
the pursuit of happiness, and property through low taxes, small government,
and traditional American values.
Advisor: Mr. Kerry Manning, 724-836-9923
The ENGINEERING SOCIETY
introduces students to the practical aspects of engineering and assists students
in developing their career goals.
Advisor: Dr. Guy Nicoletti, 724-836-9922, SH B-3
The INTERNATIONAL CLUB
increases awareness of various cultures throughout the world.
Advisor: Dr. Nancy Estrada, 724-836-9930, PH 129
INTRAMURALS promote participation in organized recreation and physical fitness.
Intramural programs offer a variety of activities in order to meet the diverse
needs of the UPG community. Intramural programs offer participants fun, relaxation
and personal satisfaction. There are several intramural sports offered at
UPG: men's and women's softball; men's and women's sand volleyball; men's
and women's tennis; men's and women's flag football; indoor soccer; men's
and women's 3 on 3 basketball; men's and women's basketball; men's and women's
hot shot/foul shot and fun run/ steeplechase.
Advisor: Mr. Mark Katarski, 724-836-7183, CH 104
LAMBDA PI ETA, the COMMUNICATION HONOR SOCIETY, recognizes, fosters
and rewards outstanding scholastic achievement in communication studies; stimulates
interest in the field of communication; and promotes professional development
and the exchange of ideas among communication majors.
Advisor: Dr. Anne Czerwinski, 724-836-7068, FOB
121
The MATH CLUB enables
members to explore the field of mathematics through contests, programs and
workshops.
Advisor: Mr. Gary D. Hart, 724-836-9698, SH B-26
The MINORITY STUDENT
COALITION is an organization to bring the UPG community together through
various activities that promote the knowledge and celebration of diverse cultures.
Membership is open to anyone who has an interest in the unification of people
of all cultures and races.
Advisor: Ms. Carol Calloway, 724-836-9904, ML
123
The PENDULUM is
the student literary magazine. This organization also presents workshops and
poetry readings
Advisor: Ms. Judith Vollmer, 724-836-9894, FOB
201
PENNSYLVANIA STATE EDUCATION
ASSOCIATION (PSEA) promotes teaching
as a career. Professional information is presented through lectures and workshops.
Advisor: Ms. Vicki Barnot, 724-836-9946, SH B-1
The PERFORMING ARTS
SOCIETY brings a cultural stimulus to the UPG community. It gives talented
musicians, singers and thespians the opportunity to showcase their talent.
Advisors: Dr. Kimberly Jew 724-836-7483, FOB 102
Dr. Estela Llinas, 724-836-9696, PH 127
PI GAMMA MU, the SOCIAL SCIENCE HONORARY SOCIETY provides a unifying society
by providing a channel of communication among Social Science students and
faculty. This organization provides a liaison between social science students
and the external community and recognizes excellence in the social sciences.
Advisor: Dr. Carl Poke, 724-836-9891, FOB 123
PHI ETA SIGMA: The FRESHMAN
HONOR SOCIETY recognizes academic achievement in full-time first-year
students and assists in creating the foundation of a positive college experience.
To be eligible, students must have a 3.5 QPA at the end of their first semester
or first two semesters.
Advisors: Dr. Kerry Holzworth, 724-836-9693, SH
B-28
Ms. Sara Hammond, 724-836-9954, CH 219G
PSI CHI,
the PSYCHOLOGY NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY, encourages, stimulates and maintains
excellence in scholarship of its individual members in all fields, particularly
psychology, to advance the science of psychology.
Advisor: To Be Determined
RESIDENT STUDENT COUNCIL provides a forum for resident students to present ideas
about resident living at UPG. This group promotes a sense of community among
residents by sponsoring educational and entertaining programming.
Advisor: Mr. Troy Ross, 724-836-9953, Robertshaw
Hall
The ROTORACT is
a service organization that raises funds to proceed local non-profit organizations
such as MADD, YMCA and the Red Cross.
Advisor: Dr. Guy Nicoletti, 724-836-9922, SH B-3
The SCIENCE CLUB
sponsors a variety of academic and social programs that help its members explore
scientific issues. Membership is open to all students. Past programs have
included trips to Laurel Caverns and the Smithsonian Museum.
Advisor: Dr. Kerry Holzworth, 724-836-9693, SH
B-28
The SENIOR HONOR SOCIETY
plans to join the National Senior Honor society this year. Membership is open
to full-time and part-time students, any major, with 75 credits or more and
a QPA of a 3.5 or better.
Advisors: Dr. William Rued 724-836-9941, PH 132
Ms. Beth Tiedemann, 724-836-7182, CH 219B
The SKI CLUB provides
weekly trips to Seven Springs at group discounts. Lessons and rentals are
available. Snowboarders welcome!
Advisor: Ms. Sheila Confer, 724-836-7191, LH 209
SIGMA TAU DELTA is the ENGLISH HONOR SOCIETY and stands for Sincerity,
Truth and Design. It recognizes superior achievement in English language and
literature, fosters creative and critical writing and promotes the study of
the English language.
Advisor: Mr. Sayre Greenfield, 724-836-7125, FOB
207
The SPANISH CLUB
is open to all UPG students and serves to introduce the UPG campus to the
Spanish culture by sponsoring events such as Spanish dancing groups and field
trips to Spanish Events and restaurants. This group has previously sponsored
trips to various countries, including Mexico.
Advisor: Dr. Nancy Estrada, 724-836-9930, PH 129
STUDENT ATHLETE ADVISORY
COUNCIL is open to all students with a minimal QPA of 2.0. The
SAAC promotes efficient communication between UPG administration and student-athletes.
Advisor: Mr. Bill McGrew, 724-836-9996, CH
The STUDENT HEALTH ADVISORY
COMMITTEE (SHAC) promotes health education for the UPG community. SHAC
sponsors free screenings and health-related speakers.
Advisor: Ms. Patty LaMantia, 724-836-9947, CH
216
The UPG CHORALE
is designed to teach basic singing skills and develop overall musicianship,
as well as to prepare for a full-length concert of music of diverse styles
at the end of the semester. Previous experience is not required.
Advisor: Dr. Jeffrey Sposato, 724-836-7010, FOB
218
The UPG PEP BAND
is designed to promote support for various UPG athletic teams through music
and positive crowd interaction.
Advisor: Mr. Mark Katarski, 724-836-7183, CH 102
The UPG PRESS is
a student-run organization and class, which publishes a weekly newspaper.
Advisor: Ms. Lori Jakiela, 724-836-7481, FOB 130
UPSILON PSI GAMMA CHAPTER
OF THE LAMBDA ALPHA EPSILON AMERICAN CRIMINAL JUSTICE ASSOCIATION aids and encourages the expansion of higher education in the field of
criminal justice. Upsilon Psi Gamma sponsors educational programs and activities
pertaining to the field of criminal justice, promotes understanding and provides
a unified voice for students majoring in and/or interested in the Administration
of Justice field.
Advisor: Dr. Donald Liddick, 724-836-7065, FOB
121.
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APPENDIX
A
Staff and Faculty Phone Directory
(all extensions follow 1-724-836-####)
Administrative Personnel
President's Office
Dr. Frank Cassell President LH 101 x9911
Ms. Dolly Biskup Administrative Asst. to President LH 102A x9911
Mr. Mark McColloch Vice-President for Academic Affairs LH 204 x9875
Mr. Carl Rossman Vice-President for Administrative Affairs LH 104 x9903
Mr. Rick Fogle Dean of Student Services CH 219D x9916
Mr. Alexander Graziani Executive Director, Smart Growth Partnership of Westmoreland
County ML 166 x7048
Dr. Mary Beth Spore Assistant to the President LH 207B x9987
Dr. David Schmidt Director of University Relations and Institutional Advancement
LH 201 x9942
Academic Affairs
Dr. Mark McColloch Vice-President for Academic Affairs LH 204 x9875
Dr. J. Wesley Jamison Assistant Vice President for Academic Affairs LH 203
x9988
Ms. Karen Antoniak Director of Academic Support Services LH 205 x7116
Dr. Richard Blevins Humanities Division Chair FOB 204 x9932
Ms. Carol Calloway Registrar and Special Assistant to the President for Minority
and Diversity Affairs ML 123 x9904
Ms. Sheila Confer Academic Advisor LH 209 x7191
Dr. Patricia Duck Director of Millstein Library ML 141 x9689
Ms. Crystale Fleming Academic Advisor LH 208 x9981
Mr. William Martin Director, Computing and Telecommunications MH 102 x9927
Ms. Donna Molinari Academic Advisor LH 210 x7491
Ms. Kathleen Murray Academic Advisor LH 211 x7193
Dr. Mary Grace O'Donnell Natural Sciences, Mathematics & Engineering Division
Chair SH B-27 x9695
Dr. Norm Scanlon Behavioral Sciences Division Chair PH 125 x9886
Ms. Lou Ann Sears Director of Learning Resource Center FOB 105 x7098
Ms. Brandi Darr Acting Director of Admissions & Financial Aid ML 103 x7167
Ms. Michelle Tracey Coordinator of Academic Advising LH 205 x9990
Academic Support Services
Ms. Karen Antoniak Director of Academic Support Services LH 206 x7116
Ms. Mary Louise Hill Faculty Secretary SH B-5 x9876
Ms. Brianne Krebs Secretary LH 207 x9893
Ms. Cathy Schmidt Faculty Secretary FOB 230 x9883
Ms. Bonnie Schober Faculty Secretary FOB 120 x9877
Ms. Marjorie Vinkler Faculty Secretary FOB 230 x9868
Ms. Rebecca Wolicki Secretary LH 207 x9940
Administrative Affairs
Mr. Carl Rossman Vice-President for Administrative Affairs LH 104 x9903
Ms. Joyce Bucchi Director of Human Resources LH 108 x9902
Ms. Ronna Colland Director of Business Affairs ML 136 x9906
Mr. Thomas Horan Director of Safety and Security SSC x9865
Mr. Joseph Olczak Director of Plant Maintenance PMB 204 x9898
Admissions & Financial Aid
Ms. Brandi Darr Acting Director of Admissions & Financial Aid ML 103 x7167
Mr. J. Thomas Kelly Assistant Director of Admissions & Financial Aid ML
105 x9884
Vacant Assistant Director of Admissions & Financial Aid
Ms. Patricia Barkell Financial Aid Specialist ML 101 x9881
Ms. Cheryl DePaolis Financial Aid Specialist ML 101 x9882
Ms. Jackie Dolhi Admissions Specialist ML 104 x9880
Mr. Michael Reese Recruiter/Interviewer ML 106 x9971
Athletics
Mr. Daniel Swalga Athletics Director CH 219F x9949
Mr. John Beatty Head Coach, Women's Soccer CH 104 x7038
Ms. Joyce Brobeck Head Coach, Men's & Women's Cross Country CH 104 x7489
Ms. Janet Buchheit Head Coach, Women's Volleyball CH 104 x7038
Ms. Rhonda Cooley Head Coach, Women's Softball &
Assistant Coach, Women's Volleyball CH 104 x7038
Mr. John Curley Assistant Coach, Men's Soccer CH 202 x7487
Ms. Carol Gelet Head Coach, Women's Basketball CH 104 x7489
Mr. Joe Hill Head Coach, Men's Baseball CH 104 x7185
Ms. Leslie Hrubes Assistant Coach, Women's Soccer CH 104 x7038
Mr. Marcus Kahn Head Coach, Men's Basketball & Men's Tennis CH 202 x7076
Mr. Mark Katarski Asst Coach, Women's Basketball & Men's Baseball CH 102
x7038
Mr. Bill McGrew Athletics Trainer CH 208 x9996
Mr. Scott Statler Head Coach, Men's and Women's Golf CH 104 x7038
Mr. Dave Washburn Assistant Coach, Men's Basketball CH 202 x7076
Mr. Ted Wawrzyniak Head Coach, Men's Soccer CH 202 x7487
Audio Visual Services
Mr. Chuck Kristan AVS Administrator ML 240 x9872
Ms. Sue Larko AVS Coordinator ML 241 x7593
Bookstore
Mr. John Comerford Bookstore Manager CH 112A x9929
Ms. Noreen Maher-Kearns Bookstore Clerk CH 112A x9928
Business Affairs
Ms. Ronna Colland Director of Business Affairs ML 136 x9906
Mr. Allen Tedrow Purchasing Administrator ML 139 x9909
Mr. John Comerford Bookstore Manager CH 112A x9929
Ms. Cindy Crosby Student Accounts Administrator ML 134 x9697
Ms. Lori Moore Student Accounts Specialist ML 130A x9908
Ms. Patricia Smith Accounts Payable Administrator ML 133 x9874
Computer Center
Mr. William Martin Director of Computing and Telecommunications MCK 102 x9927
Ms. Tanya Conde Systems Analyst MCK 103 x9869
Mr. Kevin Laskey Systems Analyst MCK x7795
Mr. Patrick McKula Systems Analyst MCK 132 x7181
Ms. Shirley Mileca Senior Systems Analyst MCK 105 x9926
Mr. Dan Mudry Senior Systems Analyst MCK 120 x7082
Dining Services
Mr. Richard McMahon Director of Dining Services CH 118A x9945
Housing & Residence Life
Mr. Bryan Valentine Coordinator of Residence Life UC RLO x7470
Mr. Troy Ross Resident Director RH 103 x9953
Mr. Larry Stouffer Night Residence Hall Coordinator RH x7864
Ms. Kellie Wilson Night Residence Hall Coordinator CollH x6075
Human Resources
Ms. Joyce Bucchi Director of Human Resources LH 108 x9902
Ms. Carole Mugnano Switchboard Operator/Mail Specialist SSC x0
Vacant Administrative Assistant LH 103 x7190
Library
Dr. Patricia Duck Director of the Library ML 141 x9689
Ms. Sandra Buehner Office Services Specialist ML 161B x7159
Ms. Bonnie Chambers Library Specialist ML 145 x7123
Mr. Evan Cornell Public Services Librarian ML 146 x7170
Ms. Jennifer Fetter Library Specialist ML 144 x9690
Ms. Clara Vana Assistant Director of the Library ML 142 x9688
Ms. Nancy Young Library Specialist ML 143 x9691
Maintenance/Facilities Management
Mr. Joseph Olczak Director of Plant Maintenance PMB x9898
Mr. William Franicola Physical Plant Supervisor PMB x9686
Mr. Bernard Berry Mail Specialist
Mr. William Albright Maintenance
Mr. Michael Belville Maintenance
Mr. Richard Bombach Maintenance
Ms. Betty Bowers Custodian
Mr. Scott Coffman Grounds/Custodian
Ms. Diane Ford Custodian
Ms. Ladonna Hrovoski Custodian
Mr. Leonard Jones Maintenance
Ms. Valeria Kettering Custodian
Mr. Todd Miller Maintenance
Ms. Delia Oslosky Custodian
Mr. Dane Radaker Custodian
Mr. Charles Robinson Custodian
Ms. Tamara Robinson Custodian
Mr. Timothy Simms Custodian
Mr. Harry Smith Custodian
Mr. Ed Trout Custodian
Ms. Kim White Grounds
Office of the Registrar
Ms. Carol Calloway Registrar & Special Assistant to the President
for Minority and Diversity Affairs ML 123 x9940
Ms. Betsy Yancey Supervisor of Records ML124 x9900
Ms. Laura Jeffries Records Clerk ML 125 x7188
Safety & Security
Mr. Thomas Horan Director of Safety and Security SSC x9865
Mr. Jerry Chapman Security Officer
Mr. Simeon McClain Assistant Director of Safety and Security
Mr. James Prinkey Security Officer
Mr. Denver Swope Security Officer
Mr. Harold Wilson Security Officer
Vacant Security Officer
Student Services
Mr. Rick Fogle Dean of Student Services CH 219D x9916
Mr. Dan Swalga Assistant Dean of Student Services
& Athletics Director CH 219F x9949
Mr. Parris Carter Director of Activities and Village Advisor CH 219H x9991
Ms. Gerry Enlow Coordinator of Academic Villages VH x9905
Ms. Sara Hammond Director of Orientation & Co-Curricular Programs CH 219G
x9954
Ms. Virginia Kemerer Secretary CH 219 x9917
Ms. Debbie Kolar Secretary CH 219 x7869
Ms. Patty La Mantia Director of Health Services CH 216 x9947
Ms. Gayle Pamerleau Counselor CH 218 x9870
Ms. Anne Peagler Director of Conferencing CH 219C x7042
Ms. Beth Tiedemann Director of Career Services CH 219B x7182
Mr. Bryan Valentine Coordinator of Residence Life UC C-3 x7470
University Relations and Institutional Advancement
Dr. David Schmidt Director of University Relations and Institutional Advancement
LH 201 x9942
Ms. Holly DiBiasi Coordinator of Development LH 106 x7039
Ms. Karen Gavula Secretary LH 202 x7497
Ms. Jan Mitchell Coordinator of Alumni Affairs LH 202 x7496
Faculty Directory
Dr. Estrella Ang Biology SH B-20 x9692
Ms. Kristin Asplin Psychology FOB 131
Ms. Barbara Barnhart Biology SH 132 x9938
Ms. Vicki Barnot Physical Education SH B-1 x9946
Dr. Lillian Beeson Communication FOB 202 x9861
Dr. R. K. Bhatnagar Mathematics PH 124 x9919
Dr. Richard Blevins English FOB 204 x9932 (Humanities Division Chair)
Dr. Anthony Boldurian Anthropology SH B-14 x9989
Mr. Eric Bononi Management FOB 135 x9923
Dr. Roderick Booker Music FOB 135 x9923
Mr. Michael Brewer Mathematics FOB 135 x9923
Dr. Barbara Brown Philosophy FOB 135 x9923
Dr. Katrina Brown Natural Science SH B-4
Ms. Kathleen Sue Brownfield Psychology FOB 135 x9923
Ms. Carol Calloway Freshman Seminar ML 123 x9940
Ms. Karen Cercone Communication FOB 135 x9923
Ms. Diane Cheek Biology SH B-21 x7179
Ms. Kary Coleman Communication FOB 135 x9923
Ms. Sheila Confer Freshman Seminar/Theater Arts LH 209 x7191
Mr. Louis T. Congelio Mathematics FOB 135 x9923
Mr. Evan Cornell Public Services Librarian/F.S. ML 146 x7170
Dr. Alicia Covarrubias Spanish PH 213 x9981
Dr. Anne Marie Czerwinski Communication FOB 121 x7068
Mr. Gilbert DeBenedetti Music FOB 135 x9923
Dr. James DeFloria Business Management FOB 132 x9889
Dr. Patricia Duck Director of the Library/F.S. ML 141 x9689
Mr. Gawain Emanuel English FOB 135 x9923
Dr. Benjamin Espinoza Mathematics PH 136
Dr. Nancy Estrada Spanish (Director of Rossetti International House) PH 129
x9930
Mr. Luis Florez-Estrada Spanish FOB 135 x9923
Mr. Fred Funari Administration of Justice FOB 135 x9923
Mr. Dennis Gaal Mathematics FOB 135 x9923
Dr. Donald Gibson Sociology FOB 200 x9873
Dr. Sayre Greenfield English FOB 207 x7125
Ms. Susan K. Hahn Information Science FOB 213 x7762
Mr. Stephen A. Hall Political Science FOB 135 x9923
Ms. Sara Hammond Freshman Seminar CH 219-G x9954
Mr. Gary D. Hart Mathematics SH B-26 x9698
Mr. Harry Hayward Mathematics FOB 135 x9923
Ms. Pilar Herr History FOB 135 x9923
Mr. Scott Hill Economics FOB 135 x9923
Dr. Steven Hirsch History FOB 135 x9897
Dr. Kerry Holzworth Biology SH B-28 x9693 (Co-Director of Natural Science
and New Technology Academic Village)
Ms. Jacqueline Horrall Economics FOB 214
Ms. Lori Jakiela English FOB 130 x7481
Dr. J. Wesley Jamison Information Science LH 203 x9988 (Assistant Vice President
for Academic Affairs)
Dr. Kimberly Jew Theater Arts FOB 102 x7483
Mr. Marcus Kahn Freshman Seminar CH 202 x7076
Dr. Stanley Katzman Chemistry SH B-24 x9860
Ms. Elaine Kelly English FOB 135 x9923
Ms. Jo Ann Kelsey Computer Science FOB 135 x9923
Dr. Martha Koehler English FOB 137 x9993
Dr. Randi Koeske Psychology FOB 130 x9994
Dr. Colette Levin French/English FOB 211 x9931
Dr. Donald Liddick A.J./Sociology FOB 121 x7065
Dr. William Lindberg Music/External Studies FOB 135 x9923
Dr. Estela Llinas Engineering/Mathematics PH 127 x9696
Dr. Susan Lu English FOB 218 x7147
Mr. Michael Lucci Mathematics FOB 121 x7071
Mr. Gary Lutz English FOB 213 x9918
Dr. Kerry Manning Political Science FOB 135 x9923
Dr. Liz Marciniak Administration of Justice FOB
Dr. Melissa Marks Education FOB 213
Dr. David Marsh Psychology FOB 131 x7816
Dr. Diane Marsh Psychology FOB 203 x9684
Mr. Tom Marshall English Literature FOB 135 x9923
Mr. William Martin Religious Studies MCK 102 x9927
Dr. Lipika Mazumdar Anthropology FOB 121
Mr. Dennis McAteer Administration of Justice FOB 135 x9923
Dr. Mark McColloch VP for Academic Affairs LH 205 x9875
Ms. Christine McCreary Computer Science FOB 135 x9923
Ms. Jeannine McDevitt English FOB 135 x9923
Dr. Frank McGlynn Anthropology FOB 208 x9937
Dr. Thomas McKechnie Political Science FOB 135 x9923
Ms. Helga Mears German FOB 135 x9923
Dr. Daniel Milberg Psychology FOB 206 x9682
Ms. Carol Mintus English FOB 135 x9923
Mr. Henry Moore Management FOB 135 x9923
Mr. Steven Murabito English FOB 136 x9986
Ms. Kathleen Murray Freshman Seminar LH 211 x7193
Mr. Joe Nation Sociology FOB 135 x9923
Dr. Dean Nelson Statistics PH 136
Mr. David Newman English FOB 135 x9923
Dr. David Nichols History FOB 122 x7195
Dr. Guy Nicoletti Engineering (Coordinator) SH B-3 x9922
Dr. Mary Grace O'Donnell Mathematics SH B-27 x9695 (Natural Science, Mathematics,
and Engineering Division Chair)
Ms. Pamela Ondeck Management PH134 x9995
Dr. Walter Orange Mathematics SH B-4 x7083
Dr. William Pamerleau Philosophy (Director of Humanities Academic Village)
FOB 215 x9987
Dr. Carl F. Poke Political Science FOB 123 x9891
Mr. R. J. A. Pratt Business Management FOB 131 x9924
Dr. Margaret Rechter Business Management FOB 210 x9685
Dr. Donald Reilly English FOB 219 x9892
Ms. Harriett Roadman Mathematics FOB 121 x7767
Ms. Becky Ross Freshman Studies FOB 135 x9923
Ms. Ewa Rudnicka Management FOB 101 x7485
Dr. William Rued Philosophy PH 132 x9941
Ms. Kathleen Ruper Accounting FOB 135 x9923
Mr. Joel Sabadasz History FOB 135 x9923
Dr. Tim Savisky Biology SH B-23 x9944
Dr. Norman Scanlon Political Science PH 125 x9886 (Behavioral Science Division
Chair)
Ms. Lou Ann Sears English FOB 105 x7098
Dr. Larry Senor Chemistry SH B-22 x9864
Dr. David Seward Classics FOB 135 x9923
Ms. Kristine (Kuhn) Shaffer Mathematics FOB 135 x9923
Mr. James Shanahan Management FOB 135 x9923
Mr. Barry Shields Studio Arts FOB 135 x9923
Ms. Nancy Smail English FOB 135 x9923
Dr. Mary Beth Spore English FOB 214 x7868
Dr. Jeffrey Sposato Music FOB 218 x7010
Dr. Mark Stauffer Chemistry SH B-3 x7822
Ms. Connie Sturm English FOB 135 x9923
Ms. Judy Sturm Mathematics FOB 135 x9923
Mr. Phil Svesnik Information Science FOB 135 x9923
Mr. Joseph Szurek Computer Science PH 126 x9920
Ms. Michelle Tracey English LH 205 x9990
Ms. Dawn Turkovich Mathematics LH 210 x7191
Dr. David Turnshek Astronomy FOB 135 x9923
Ms. Marge Ulery Computer Science FOB 135 x9923
Mr. Bryan Valentine Freshman Seminar UC C-3 x7470
Mr. Domenick Valore Management FOB 135 x9923
Ms. Clara Vana Assistant Director of the Library ML 142 x9688
Ms. Joanne Viano French/English FOB 205 x9878
Dr. Laura Voight History of Art & Architecture FOB 215 x7743
Ms. Judith Vollmer English FOB 201 x9894
Dr. Manhar Vyas Economics FOB 220 x9895
Dr. Larry J. Whatule Communication FOB 212 x9890
Mr. Charles Westbrooks Administration of Justice FOB 135 x9923
Mr. Frank Wilson A.J./Sociology FOB 119 x9969
(Director of Behavioral Sciences Academic Village)
Mr. Scott Witon Philosophy FOB 135 x9923
Dr. Thomas Wolf Mathematics/Computer Science SH B-2 x9699 (Co-Director of
Natural Science and New Technology Academic Village)
Dr. Thad Zaleskiewicz Physics FOB 124 x9934
Ms. Janice Zappone Computer Science FOB 135 x9923
Dr. Judith Zimmerman History FOB 209 x9681
APPENDIX B
University of Pittsburgh at Greensburg Alcohol Policy
Pennsylvania law states that no one under 21 years
of age shall possess, sell, transport, or consume alcoholic beverages. All
underage drinking violations are adjudicated in accordance with Pennsylvania
statutes. In addition, possession or consumption of alcoholic beverages by
students or guests including those 21 or older anywhere on the UPG campus,
including the residence halls, is not permitted. Alcohol is only permitted
under specific approval of the administration.
Violation of this University of Pittsburgh at Greensburg
policy can result in dismissal from the University. Students who violate this
policy will be referred to the University's Personal Education, Assistance
and Referral Program (P.E.A.R.). This program has been instituted for students
who demonstrate an inability to comply with the University's alcohol policy
and show evidence that may indicate loss of control over his/her behavior.
The intent of this program is to develop a high level of alcohol awareness
and to identify students with substance abuse problems early so that they
may be referred to the University's network of support. Students who have
any questions regarding the P.E.A.R. Program, should contact the Resident
Director, the Coordinator of Residence Life or the Director of Health Services.
APPENDIX C
Personal Education & Assistance Referral (P.E.A.R.)
In general, any student who demonstrates an inability
to comply with the University's alcohol and drug policies is providing evidence
that may indicate loss of control over behavior. While one policy violation
may not be cause for alarm, research tends to show that two or more may indicate
a substance abuse or dependency problem.
It is recognized that each allegation in a judicial
case must always be judged on a complete review of its own circumstances.
The following guidelines, nonetheless, will be followed to respond to the
growing seriousness of alcohol and drug violations and to insure uniform sanctions
for similar offenses. After a case has been referred for judicial action,
the following will occur:
First Finding or Admission of Responsibility: Adjudication
through the University of Pittsburgh at Greensburg Student Judicial System
or Residence Life will require attendance at Personal Education Assistance
and Referral (P.E.A.R.) classes. If students fail to attend and complete a
P.E.A.R. program within the specified time period, or decline to attend a
P.E.A.R. assessment interview, a fine of $50.00 will be imposed. This information
will be specified when the student is first directed to P.E.A.R..
Second Finding or Admission of Responsibility within
Two Calendar Years of Previous Incident(s):
An automatic fine of $50.00 will be imposed. Also, the student will be required
to meet with the health educator within two weeks of the imposition or the
sanction. At this meeting, this individual may mandate that the student complete
some or all of the following treatment or educational options:
