
We are excited to introduce Grandparents University on June 4, 2026! This special day on campus is designed for alumni grandparents and their grandchildren ages 8-11. Participants will enjoy hands-on activities from several academic areas, experience life at Pitt State, and wrap up the day with a mock graduation.
Registration opens soon! Stay tuned for more details!
Schedule is tentative and subject to change.
8:00-8:30 am Check-in & Breakfast
Wilkinson Alumni Center, 401 E. Ford St., Pittsburg
8:30-8:45 am Welcome
Meet the 11th President of Pittsburg State Dr. Thomas Newsom.
9:00-9:45 am Session 1
Enjoy a session of hands-on activities based on the "major" you choose during registration.
10:00-10:45 pm Session 2
Continue exploring hands-on activities from your selected “major.”
11:00-11:45 am Movement Session
12:00-12:45 pm Lunch
Take a break from the activities and enjoy a provided grab-and-go lunch.
1:00-1:45 pm Session 3
Final hands-on activities from your chosen “major.”
2:00-3:00 pm Graduation Ceremony
Celebrate the day with a mock graduation ceremony and refreshments.
For more information, please contact Alumni & Constituent Relations at 620-235-4758 or email alumni@pittstate.edu.
Comfort Inn & Suites*
620-231-8800
Hampton Inn & Suites*
620-231-3100
Holiday Inn Express*
620-231-1177
LaQuinta Inn & Suites*
620-670-5614