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Updated 6/18/04

UPG Families - an association committed to helping families help their UPG students grow, succeed and graduate from UPG.

Students and parents get a chuckle at the UPG Squares Game
during the June 10 Summer Orientation & Academic Registration.

Want to know what's happeing at UPG? Get Connnected -
Join the UPG Families E-Mail Connection.

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Who we are: Our Purpose

To help students in their transition from home to college life by creating opportunities for families to share experiences on campus, and encouraging continuity of family involvement.

To help families support their students by providing reliable information about activities, resources, and requirements and encouraging UPG families to share experiences.

To help UPG by providing a forum for family views and concerns that will enable the university to provide the best possible education in the best possible setting.

Who we are: Family to Family

UPG FAMILIES ASSOCIATION has the perfect solution to keeping parents "in the know" about UPG campus news. If your student is typical, you'll need another source to find out what's happening at UPG. The E-Mail Connection is that source. To get connected, simply send an e-mail to upgfam@pitt.edu with the following information and you will be added to the mailing list:

First and last name of parents - home address - home phone - business phone
First and last name of your student - home address

Whenever there are upcoming events, topics of concern to families, or other newsworthy items we'll e-mail you directly. Of course, we're hoping that you will send us e-mail, too. It's always good to hear from you.

What we do: Our Activities

UPG FAMILY TO FAMILY brings you in touch with others sharing similar experiences. We attend special events like Open House, Graduation, Convocations, and SOAR to answer questions and greet other families. You may also contact us by phone (724-836-7497) or e-mail upgfam@pitt.edu with concerns or questions.

How can I get involved in UPG Families?

Whether you have a lot of time or a little time, UPG FAMILIES needs your help.
Here are some of the ways you can be involved:

Let us know your reaction to this newsletter, tell us if you would enjoy FAMILY RESOURCE PROGRAMS and what topics you would like to hear discussed. In short, help us make this an organization for all UPG FAMILIES. Call us at 724-836-7497 or e-mail upgfam@pitt.edu your comments or questions.

Volunteer to greet visiting parents at open houses for prospective students, SOAR, or convocations. We answer questions from a parent’s perspective and direct other questions to staff experts. What is most needed are a friendly smile and a few hours of time. Most of these events occur on weekends or in the evening.

Frequently Asked Questions

?My son seems over-extended at UPG, playing soccer and taking a full load of classes. He tells me he thinks he’s running a fever and has a very sore throat. We don’t have a doctor in Greensburg. What should he do?

The University Health Center is located at 216 Chambers Hall and is staffed by Patty LaMantia RN, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. She can provide routine medical care and arrange for an appointment with a physician.

?My son is having trouble with English class. He got good grades in high school, but the standards confuse him now. He wonders whether he really belongs in college.

The first thing he should do is talk to his professor, who can help him analyze the problems. The professor may suggest that he check out the many services available in the Learning Resources Center. He can attend workshops that review grammar, punctuation, writing term papers, test anxiety, and time management. He can also arrange for one-on-one tutoring.

?My daughter is so homesick she wants to come home every weekend and is now talking about dropping out.

Almost every college student suffers homesickness during the first two weeks on campus. Encourage your daughter to become involved in campus activities where she can meet a variety of people. Make arrangements to call your daughter on a regular basis so she can still feel the security and support of her family.

If the feelings persist, you may want to recommend that she talk to Gayle Pamerleau, LCSW, the director of the counseling services. Personal and group counseling, testing, and referral are offered through the counseling department. Confidentiality is strictly maintained.