Campus Life

The first year of college is typically the first time a student is away from their parents and living “on their own.” Dorms provide an easy transition from living with parents or guardians to renting their first home. While dorm life comes with many on-campus dining options, it’s also important to have some easy …

Pittsburg State University offers on-campus health options for students both physically and mentally. The Bryant Student Health Center is located on the south side of campus next to Russ Hall. At the Bryant Student Health Center, students can be seen for many health issues.    The Bryant Student Health Center covers health concerns …

Around Pittsburg State’s campus, students may notice a number of fraternities and sororities.   With more than ten fraternities and sororities affiliated with PSU, incoming freshmen have the opportunity to get to know these organizations and possibly decide to join one.   Phoenix Thomas, junior in nursing, is the President of Lambda Chi Alpha, a Christan …

The Graphic Arts Club at Pitt State has activities such as fundraising projects, industry tours, guest speaker presentations, and volunteer opportunities.   Abigail Mitchell, who graduated in the spring with a bachelor’s degree in graphic communications with an emphasis in graphic design and a minor in web interactive media, is a …

Pittsburg State’s Gorilla Activities Board (GAB) organization is one of the older organizations on campus, having been active for 76 years as of this fall.   Cale Chapman, junior in communication and President of GAB, is excited for the upcoming year in which GAB has a range of activities planned for …

Pittsburg State University has no shortage of clubs, organizations, and groups that students can join ranging from academic areas to pre-professional.   PSU also has many interest-based clubs and organizations that can allow students to get involved in the campus and community and sometimes attend competitions.   The PSU Combat Robotics club …

Like many colleges and universities, Pittsburg State University offers opportunities related to the arts to its students. The Pittsburg community also has a multitude of performing arts opportunities, both for performers and audience members alike.  The Department of Music offers a variety of performance opportunities for students regardless of major or minor. In the voice area, the …

The Leonard H. Axe is a monument of knowledge on Pittsburg State University’s campus. The library is a valuable resource for incoming freshmen to learn about and use to be successful in their studies.  The Leonard H. Axe Library first and foremost operates as a library. Students with a valid PSU …

The Natural Ties organization at Pitt State is an active organization that, according to their page on Gorilla Engage, “facilitates friendships among college students & adults with… developmental disabilities from the community. By engaging in common activities, peers with and without developmental disabilities create new friendships & have fun together. …

The International Student Association (ISA) at Pittsburg State University presents students with the opportunity to create multicultural relationships amongst each other while also hosting unique events to showcase the diversity of Pitt State’s students.   Known for hosting events such as the International Showcase, welcome parties, and the Food and Culture …