University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown
Employment at the University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown
The University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown, founded in 1927, is the first and largest regional campus of the University of Pittsburgh. A vital knowledge center and a foremost contributor to the region’s educational, social, cultural, and economic development, UPJ provides a high quality educational experience that is purposefully designed to prepare students for the real world of the 21st century. UPJ’s record of excellence is reflected in part by the accomplishments of students, staff, and faculty; the record of achievements of more than 17,000 alumni; the satisfaction of area employers; and the commendations of many external organizations. UPJ offers a supportive living-learning environment that is: grounded in the liberal arts and sciences, is current, and is responsive to both our students’ personal and professional needs and the needs of our communities. Our campus is located on 650 picturesque acres in the Laurel Highlands of Pennsylvania, 70 miles east of Pittsburgh.
UPJ...Ready for the Real World
- First and largest regional campus of the University of Pittsburgh, an internationally recognized center of learning and research.
- Excellent faculty teaching, scholarship and service, as well as enriching faculty-student mentorships and collaborations in scholarship, research and creative activity; dedicated, attentive and supportive staff.
- Personalized instruction in small classes; average class size less than 25.
- 43 undergraduate majors including 3 University of Pittsburgh graduate degrees.
- Student graduation and success rates that exceed the national average of similar institutions.
- 70 active student organizations and a tradition of athletic excellence with nationally recognized, award-winning NCAA Division II and WVIAC programs.
- First-class facilities in an extraordinarily picturesque campus including a state-of-the-art Pasquerilla Performing Arts Center and a leading Living-Learning Conference Center.
- Exceptional community involvement by faculty, staff and students – over 175,000 hours of volunteer service annually.
- 17,000 alumni making a difference throughout our community and the world.
- Top employer and key partner in shaping the economic future with an annual impact exceeding $60 million.
- Growing partnerships with businesses in areas such as healthcare, education, commerce, technology, and the arts.
- Expanding workforce capacity by enhancing problem-solving skills, linking theory-to-practice through experiences such as internships and service-learning projects.
- A pinnacle of excellence, preparing students for the Real World and a foremost contributor to the area’s educational, social, cultural, and economic environment.
- An illuminating Vision for the future that charts a path for greater distinction and recognition in the Northeast region.
- A comprehensive New Dimension of Excellence Strategic Plan for accomplishing our Mission.
- Mountain Cat Proud!
Last Reviewed: April 7, 2008