Welcome to our campus community. Each July we welcome new first year student and their family members for a two-day orientation program just for you called Beginnings.
At Beginnings, you will get to know us better. And, you will get a better idea of what to expect when you arrive in the fall. 
We have schedules designed just for you and for your parents.
At Beginnings, you will:
- talk with an advisor and confirm your class schedule for the fall
- meet some of the professors, staff and administrators
- hang out with some of your fellow students
- stay overnight in one of our residence halls
- eat in our dining hall and get a taste of home cookin' that doesn't come from home
- learn more about our academic programs
- discover all there is to do when classes are finished (and your homework is done)
- talk with a coach if you're planning on playing a sport
- find out where you can get help with your classes if you need it
- receive information about financial aid
- get a chance to pick-up some Pitt-Bradford stuff -- T-shirts, sweatshirts, hats, socks
Two different sessions are held each year. The dates for Beginnings 2009 are July 9-10 and July 12-13. The dates you are scheduled to attend are based on your major. That way, you can meet other students who have the same major and will be in some -- maybe many -- of your classes.
If you need additional information or if you have any questions just let us know. Call us at 814-362-7630 or e-mail us at ddp7@pitt.edu.
And we also have information for your parents.