Select the name of each pillar below to expand related campus resources!
- Physical
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Physical well-being is the knowledge and practice toward positive health conditions. It involves adopting proactive measures like regular physical activity, good nutrition, utilization of preventative health care, and abstaining from harmful behaviors like alcohol consumption, tobacco, and drug use.
On campus Off campus - Yoga instructor available for group or individual classes
- Relaxation Room
- Kenneth E. Bell Nature Trail
- Moonglow Yoga (newcomer special)
- Satya Yoga (online)
- Happy Heart Yoga (free, online)
- Sage Wellness Center (groups, classes)
Hiking/Nature Trails:
- Hempfield Woodward Drive Walking Track
- Ann Rudd Saxman Nature Park
- Five Star Trail
- Twin Lakes Park
- Lynch Field Park Loop
- Ohiopyle State Park
Skiing/Winter Activities:
- Seven Springs
- Hidden Valley
- Laurel Mountain
Volunteer Opportunities:
- American Red Cross Club
- Habitat for Humanity
Local Resources
Alcohol & Other Drugs
- SPHS Substance Abuse Services | Phone: 724-832-5880
- PA Drug & Alcohol 24 Hour Helpline | Phone: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
- Gateway Greensburg | Phone: 724-853-7300 / 1-800-472-1177 (Walk-in assessments Wednesdays 9am-3pm)
- Strive Health of Greensburg | Phone: 724-302-0804
- Emotional
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Emotional well-being is the knowledge and pursuit toward optimal psychological functioning. It involves the recognition of our thoughts and feelings in relation to our sense of self, relationships, life circumstances and reality, and aids our ability to manage stress, overcome adversity, reduce feelings of negativity, and approach life in a positive manner.
Counseling Center | 217 Chambers Hall | Phone: 724-836-9870 | Email (for students): gbgcounseling@pitt.edu
Health Center | 216 Chambers Hall | Phone: 724-836-9947 | Email: pmr20@pitt.edu
Title IX Liaison | Phone: 724-836-9902 msk59@pitt.edu
Life Solutions: Pitt’s faculty & Staff Assistance Program (=EAP) | Phone: 1-866-647-3432 (Faculty, staff & families only)
Wellness Consultation Services
Active Minds
Local Resources
Mental Health
988 is the 911 for mental health and will automatically connect you with the crisis hotline in your area.
Westmoreland County Crisis Hotline | Phone: 1-800-836-6010
Excela Behavioral Health Crisis Walk-In Center | Phone: 724-832-4465 | 7am – 11pm | Corner of Depot & W. Pittsburgh Streets
Re:Solve Crisis Network (Allegheny County) | Phone: 1-888-7-YOU-CAN (1-888-796-8226)
Suicide Prevention
Ray of Hope: Westmoreland Co. Suicide Awareness and Prevention Task Force
- Intellectual
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Intellectual well-being is the engagement in mentally stimulating activities that allow for the acquisition, application, and sharing of knowledge for the progress of humanity. It involves continuous learning in scholastic, cultural, community, and interest-related settings that develop cognitive skills such as creativity, logic and reasoning, reflection, problem solving, and communication.
- Film/Drama/Creative Writing/Visual Arts/Spanish/Science/Psi Chi/Pre-Law Society/Photograph/Phi Eta Sigma Club
- Fort Ligonier
- Greensburg Art Center
- Greensburg Hempfield Area Library
- Latrobe Art Center
- Lincoln Highway Experience
- Millstein Library
- Online Writing Center
- Peer Academic Success Coaches
- Peer Tutor Help Desks
- Reeves Memorial Library
- Southern Alleghenies Museum of Art
- Westmoreland Museum of Art
Local Psychiatric Services
- The Center for Psychological Services & Life Coaching
- The Groves Psychological Center
- Kreinbrook Psychological Services
- Spiritual
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Spiritual well-being is the awareness and practice in honoring the meaning and purpose of our existence. It involves the adoption or development of a personal belief system around the wonders of life and sharing it in community with others, nature, the universe, or a higher power.
- Religious and spiritual communities/resources
- Well-being Room/Stress Free Zone
- Meditation space/opportunities/groups/resources
- Christian Fellowship club
- Environmental
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Environmental well-being includes an awareness of and contribution toward balancing environmental health with equity and economics so current and future generations can thrive. Environmental stewardship involves adopting and advocating for efforts that ensure responsible and efficient resource management while increasing access to clean air and water; nutritious food; and adequate clothing, shelter, and safety in both the built and natural environments at a variety of places and scales (e.g., home, school, work, community, city, country, world).
Clubs/Committees Hiking/Nature Trails - Outdoor Adventure and Community Services (OACS)
- Habitat for Humanity
- Environmental Club
- Gardening Club
- Hempfield Woodward Drive Walking Track
- Ann Rudd Saxman Nature Park
- Five Start Trail
- Twin Lakes Park
- Lynch Field Park Loop
- Ohiopyle
- Kenneth E. Bell Nature Trail (on-campus)
- Powdermill Nature Reserve - Hiking Trails
- Financial
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Financial well-being is our knowledge and obtainment of economic resources to meet practical needs and live comfortably. It involves proper management of finances, maintaining a balanced budget, and setting and working toward goals based on a standard of living. We can improve our financial well-being by identifying knowledge and resources that helps us to better manage our finances and plan for our financial future.
- Campus financial services – Wellness Fair speaker
- Scholarship programs
- Creating a "Financial Wellness Program"?
- Clubs/organizations:
- Accounting and Business club
- Occupational
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Occupational well-being is the practice of enriching our lives through employment, volunteer work, and vocational interests. It involves the development and application of skills and talents through activities such as school, hobbies, work, and community service.
- Career Services
- Internships
- Leadership opportunities:
- Become a Peer Leader, Pitt Pal, SGA member, SAB member
- Volunteer Opportunities:
- Circle K International (CKI)
- Clubs/Organizations
- Social
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Social well-being is our awareness and contribution to the betterment of society through positive relationships with friends, colleagues, family, the community, and surrounding environments. It involves the development of interpersonal skills, engagement in social circles, building of support systems, and maintaining safe and suitable living circumstances.