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Be a Part of Something Great!
Every spring term, the Veterans and Military-Affiliated Students (VMAS) group conducts a bylaw review and holds elections for the next academic year.
The leadership and committee submission form is open through Monday, March 16th.
From there, candidates can present themselves during the membership meeting on March 20th and voting will be held on the same day, in-person and/or by another google form. Results will be announced on Monday, March 23rd.
As military-connected students, you have a unique opportunity to participate in a nationally recognized student organization chapter on our campus. Leaders can attend the annual Student Veterans of America National Conference (NATCON), convene and engage with student, faculty, and alumni advisory boards, submit budget requests to the Student Government Board for consideration, and build a comprehensive toolkit of professional and academic experience that can propel you to the next stage in your career goals to, through, and beyond your academic pursuits!
Leaders also assist OVS with important feedback that informs our own development, events, and initiatives that improve our institutional alignment with the Plan for Pitt. We're very excited for the chance to work with all of you!
If you are interested in learning more about VMAS, please send an email to veterans@pitt.edu!
(Disclaimer: per current bylaws, only student veterans can serve as chapter president. All other leadership positions and committee seats are open to military-connected students of any affiliation)
Campus Spotlight
Frederick Honor's Rest and Reset Series
Join FHC for its first ever Rest and Reset Week! This week of events will consist of different opportunities to nurture your body, mind, and soul. Participate in fitness classes, create your own flower bouquet, paint a succulent pot to take home, learn about financial wellness in a workshop with FHC's Wealth Manager Morgan Lee, hang out with Pitt therapy dogs, learn about self care from the University Counseling Center, participate in a wellness painting session, and create your own wellness goodie bag!
You don't want to miss this exciting series of events from February 27-March 5th.
Experience Pitt Business — MS for a Day
Experience Pitt Business Master of Science (MS) programs firsthand on Friday, March 27th. Join an interactive class, meet faculty and students, and fast-track your next step. Eligible attendees will receive an admissions decision on Saturday, March 28.
2025-2026 Dept. of Music Concert Season
Housed within the Kenneth P. Dietrich School of Arts and Sciences, the Department of Music is a vibrant and inclusive community that invites students from across the University to engage deeply with music as scholars, performers, creators, and listeners. They serve undergraduate and graduate students, music majors and minors, and also contribute meaningfully to the cultural life of the Pittsburgh metropolitan area and the broader scholarly and musical communities.
Select events will be available via livestream on the Music at Pitt YouTube channel.
From the Events Calendar
OVS Resume Workshop - Thur. 3/5 11:30am to 1:30pm @ WWPH McCarl Center Lounge (Our office!)
Meet with Carol Balk, Career Consultant, to discuss and ask questions regarding resumes or cover letters, specifically for military-connected individuals. Carol will also be available for mock interviews. A headshot backdrop and light will also be available for professional use, free of charge.
Headshots will be taken on your phone. No appointments will be necessary, walk-in only.
Navigating Student Loan Repayment - Mon. 3/9 12pm - Virtual
Join the Financial Wellness Center as they discuss the loan repayment options, provide information to help you resume payments and to navigate the recent changes. If you are new to borrowing or have had loans for a while now, come join them as they provide invaluable information to you.
Insights from Democracy in Higher Education: Advancing Civic-Minded Student Learning - Tues. 3/17 12:00pm to 1:00pm @ WWPH Rm 4303
Join the Center for Urban Education for the upcoming Food for Thought talk, Insights from Democracy in Higher Education: Advancing Civic-Minded Student Learning, with Drs. Max Schuster, Hayley Weddle, Mariko Yoshisato Cavey, and Kris Kanthak!
This panel draws from the panelists’ new book to explore multiple pathways for democratic and civic learning in higher education. Panelists highlight how students engage and learn through dialogue, governance, and long-term community partnerships, while the discussion situates these experiences within the contemporary sociopolitical challenges facing higher education.
A complimentary lunch will be served at 12pm. The first 15 attendees receive a copy of the book Democracy in Higher Education: Advancing Civic-Minded Student Learning!
OVS Veteran and Dependent Meet-Up - Wed. 3/25 2:00pm to 4:30pm - OVS Offices, McCarl Center, 1440 WWPH
Join OVS for a Veteran and Dependent Meet-up! Meet who is at Pitt and a Veteran and Dependent and see what the Office of Veterans Services has to offer you!
Recurring Events (now through April):
- Meditation Mondays at Heinz Chapel – Every Monday
- (NEW) Strength Training 101
- Adobe Study Group
- (NEW) Intermediate Strength
Campus Resources
Off-Campus Student Services
Committed to ensuring that students are knowledgeable renters. The OCI mission is to provide students with the information and tools needed to successfully reside in off-campus accommodations. Services can help you find housing and roommates, resources to safely live off-campus, and the support you’ll need to be a responsible neighbor – from renter’s guides to apartment listings to useful tips.
Pitt Pantry
Dedicated to ensuring that all members of the Pitt community have regular access to a balanced and nutritious diet, the Pantry hosts regular shopping hours for Pitt community members to obtain food and services.
It is located in the O’Hara Student Center kitchen (4024 O’Hara Street), where all members of the Pitt community can visit to select items of need.
Thriftsburgh
Created in the spring of 2014, Thriftsburgh is Pitt’s student-run on-campus thrift store serving students, staff, faculty, and the Pittsburgh community by re-purposing and selling second-hand clothing, shoes, and accessories. Buying secondhand clothing reduces textile waste, cuts carbon, and promotes a culture of reuse. All items sold in the store are $12 or less.
Thriftsburgh has regular store hours in the O’Hara Student Center and holds various events throughout the year. The Annual Reuse Rummage Sale is hosted each August to provide clothing, dorm, kitchen, and bathroom essentials to students returning to campus.
Pitt Arts Initiatives Offerings
Dedicated to helping students in all majors and disciplines to discover and attend performances, tours and hands-on activities.
Pitt Arts works with arts organizations to ensure that the best available seating is offered for a low price through the Cheap Seats Program. Individuals with special needs should contact the arts organization directly in order to purchase tickets and ensure accessible seating.
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