Grandparents University

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!

Event Schedule

Schedule is tentative and subject to change.

Thursday, June 4th

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.

Questions?

For more information, please contact Alumni & Constituent Relations at 620-235-4758 or email alumni@pittstate.edu.

How does it work?

Attendees will spend the day rotating through a series of hands-on sessions led by Pitt State faculty and staff. Each session is based on a “major” attendees select during registration. Session activities will be engaging, interactive, and fun for both grandparents and grandchildren.

Grandparents and children (ages 8-11) will be placed into rotating groups together throughout the day, allowing them to explore multiple academic areas. In addition to academic sessions, participants will enjoy a movement-based activity with student-athletes, lunch, and will end the day with a special mock graduation ceremony!

Lodging Information

Comfort Inn & Suites*
620-231-8800

Hampton Inn & Suites*
620-231-3100

Holiday Inn Express*
620-231-1177

LaQuinta Inn & Suites*
620-670-5614