What's happening in Res Life?
Upcoming Events
- Res Life will be moving to an on-line housing sign-up system this Spring. Look for details after Spring Break. In order to register for housing students will have to pay the $125 deposit by March 16 and register for classes by April 6.
- Housing Inspections are this week. See your RA for your scheduled time.
- Feb. 12 is the Annual Speed Dating program, 8-9 pm in the University Room, just in time for Valentine's Day!
- Feb. 15 is Dessert with the Deans, 6-7 pm, University Room, to honor all Fall 2011 Dean's List recipients. If you achieved this distinction and want to attend, please email Dr. Ron Binder binder@pitt.edu
- Feb. 18 DiverseCity Late Night program, 9-11, University Room, sponsored by the Afrian-American Student Union. Come learn about diversity in a fun atmosphere. Food & drinks provided.
- Feb. 22 is the Love Your Body program, 6-9 pm in the University Room. Come learn how to have a healthier body and have fun!
- Feb. 23 is Midnight Breakfast! Gate goes up @ 11:30. This will also be a Panther Chef Africa competition, as part of Black History Month. If you are interested in fielding a 5 person team, stop by Res Life to register.
- Res Life will be conducting Focus Groups Spring 2012 to gain insight into how we can improve Res Life & Housing. Feb. 21 Freshmen, Feb. 22 Seniors & Feb. 23 Multi-Cultural. If interested in attending please email Dr. Ron Binder binder@pitt.edu Groups are noon-1 & food will be provided.
- If you are experiencing roommate or suitemate issues, please see either Jessica Taylor or Sierra Hairston in Res Life.
Need Something Repaired in Your Room or Apartment?
Pitt-Bradford Housing Advantages
- Our residence halls are as personal as our academics. You'll live in an apartment-style residence hall; not a dorm room.
- In each of our apartments you'll find:
- Spacious living room (fully furnished and carpeted)
- Kitchenettes with microwaves
- Trash cans
- Central fire alarm systems
- Full wiring for cable TV
- Direct line and wireless computer network access to Pitt's Web-based network.
- Plenty of storage space for your bike, skis and luggage
- No big deposits and unpredictable bills for heating, telephone, gas and electricity, cable TV, etc.
- You won't be away from the library, computer labs, the sports center, great campus activities and events, and all your friends.
- To help you ease into college life, we also employ specially trained students as Resident Advisors. These RA's will assist you with your transition to college, welcome back returning students, provide educational programming, and be your "point-of-contact" for any issues in Residence Life.
- We also provide:
- Residence Hall Linens Program You can purchase linens that fit our (36X80) beds and other supplies.
- Newspaper Readership Program We provide for you a USA Today, New York Times and Bradford Era newspaper to help you stay informed.
- RESNET - the university's computer network including wireless in all halls
What to Bring and Not Bring to Campus
- Want to be sure what to bring on move-in day? Here are some suggestions.
Roommates
- Need some ideas on how to deal with your new roommate? Here are some things to keep in mind.
Travel & transportation information to help you get around locally and make your trips home
Residence Life Staff