Student Life
Your PTC Community
Imagine a place where you feel welcome and supported. Where you feel good about achieving and even exceeding your goals. Where you can solve problems, learn from your mistakes, and succeed in class and on campus. Where you can learn a lot about others and even more about yourself. PTC is this place and it all starts with community values.
Student Core Values
If we all follow these five key principles in our daily interactions, PTC will remain a safe and supportive place. It all comes down to treating others as you wish to be treated.
Integrity – Exemplify honesty, honor, and respect for the truth in all dealings.
Community – Build and enhance your community.
Social Justice – Act justly and equitably in treatment of all members of the community and discourage and/or intervene to prevent unjust and inequitable behaviors.
Respect – Show positive regard for each other, for property, and for the community. Responsibility – Accept a high level of responsibility to self, others, and the community.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
The Office of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) is committed to providing leadership, guidance, and resources supporting the institution’s commitment to develop, implement, measure, and transform our culture to build a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment for all. Learn about DEI at PTC.
BUILDING CAMPUS COMMUNITY
Activity programming focuses on learning, involvement, and diversity. Students who participate in events expand their circle of friends and deepen their understanding of other cultures and heritages.
HUNGER FREE CAMPUS
Pittsburgh Technical College is officially part of a coalition of colleges and universities across the state focused on addressing hunger and other basic needs for students.
We are supporting students from all walks of life on our campus by:
- Directly connecting students to food options through one or more of the following: an on-campus food pantry, a local community-based food pantry, or a food delivery program.
- Increasing awareness of Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program (SNAP) eligibility for students, focusing SNAP outreach on potentially eligible students, and helping students apply for SNAP and other benefits.
- Convening a task force to address basic needs, including hunger, and raising awareness among students using a lens of equity, inclusion, and belonging.
Learn more about the PA Hunger-Free Campus initiative here: https://lnkd.in/eubgv-qt
FEEL BETTER
Need to talk to a professional? Counselors are on campus Monday through Friday for guidance, referrals, and crisis intervention. On-site health and wellness services for current students are provided in the PTC Student Health & Wellness Center.
ASK ABOUT DISCOUNTED TICKETS
PTC’s Student Activities offers discounted tickets to area attractions such as amusement parks, Pittsburgh Theater, and to touring shows, concerts, and events. Click here to learn more.
Student activities, clubs & intramurals
There’s something for everyone, even if you’re not a joiner.
These activities build a stronger campus community, and by participating, you’ll expand your circle of friends and deepen your understanding of other cultures and heritages. What follows is just a sample of campus life at PTC.
Student clubs
- Cyber Security Club
- Dungeons & Dragons Club
- Magic The Gathering Card Club
- Rainbow Alliance (gay-straight alliance)
- Recharge (Bible Study)
- Student Ambassadors
- Student Program Board
Intramural sports
- 3on3 Basketball Tournament
- 5on5 Basketball League
- Cornhole Tournament
- Deck Hockey League
- Flag Football League
- Humans vs. Zombies
- Kickball Tournament
- Pick-up Games
- Softball League
- Soccer League
- Ultimate Frisbee
- Volleyball Tournament
Student Activities
- Capture the Flag
- Late Night Final Exam Breakfast
- Video Games
- Ice Cream Social
- Art Projects
- Ping Pong Tournament
- Thanksgiving Dinner
- Bonfires
- Pool League
- Holiday Decorating
- Mocktail Mixer
- Black History Month
- Guitar Hero Tournament
- BBQ Cookout
- Scavenger Hunt
- Learn to Cook
- Flashlight Tag
Fitness Center
Check out our Fitness Center located in Suite 102 in Keystone Hall. The Fitness Center is open 24/7, so get your workout in whenever it works best for you.
- Open to all students, faculty, and staff.
- Use your PTC ID to swipe for access.
PTC’s Food and Toiletries Pantry is also located in the Fitness Center. We encourage students to check out the facility and grab supplies to stock up if needed!
PTC Cafe
Place your order online at https://ptccafe.square.site/ and pick it up at the PTC Cafe. If you have any issues with your order, please call the cafe at 412-809-5166.
If you know a PTC student and are looking for ways to support their life on campus, here’s a great idea: Order e-gift cards for the PTC Cafe at this link:
https://squareup.com/gift/MLXA8R1V8TSYH/order
Residence Hall Focus programs designed to ease the transition to college life, roommates, new friends, and living away from home are also offered. Topics range from practical tips to lifestyle adjustments.
PTC’s operations under COVID may be altered or, in some cases, suspended until it is safe to return to normal. For COVID information please visit publicsafety.ptcollege.edu.