Great question! We have optional Shabbat Day programming on Saturday, August 19th, at the Hillel building, if students are looking for a Shabbat service to attend, or are just looking for something to eat or something to do. More details are available on our Full Itinerary. On Sunday, August 20th, Hillel is hosting a First… read more
What if I have questions about my PantherID?
June 29, 2023
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If your Panther ID has not arrived to your home yet, please immediately call Panther Central. If it has not arrived by the time you get to campus, you may have to visit Panther Central on campus (inside the Towers Lobby, or inside Sutherland). If your ID does not work upon arrival, bring your ID… read more
Will there be move-in carts in the dorm?
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Yes! There will be move-in carts in the lobby of every dorm. If there are not, you are able to call Panther Central (412-648-1100) and they can work to get carts to whichever dorm you are in.
Will there be move-in helpers from the university?
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Unfortunately, no. Since the move-in for FreshFest is earlier than the university’s scheduled move-in, they are not able to provide designated move-in helpers. However, Hillel student leaders and staff will be available to help move things if you need help!
Will my RA be on my floor for early move-in?
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Yes! Your RA’s have spent the week preparing for resident arrival. They will be there and notified that you are moving in early, so they can help you with any questions that you may have.
What campus food options will be open early?
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At the time of FreshFest, on campus dining will not be open. However, many restaurants accept Panther Funds, which can be put on your account before your arrival and can be used immediately at participating restaurants: Jimmy John’s Moe’s Panera Bread Piada Primanti’s Prince of India Stack’d The Porch Viva Los Tacos
Are the dining halls open?
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Dining halls are scheduled to open on Sunday, August 20th, so they will not be open for early-move in. If you are concerned about Kosher options, or other dietary restrictions, know that Hillel will be offering food to accommodate for any and all students and their families throughout the weekend.
Will my Ship2Pitt boxes be in my dorm room?
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Yes! Ship2Pitt boxes are placed in their designated dorm rooms on a rolling basis. If you ship your boxes before July 29th, they will be placed in your dorm room upon arrival. If you ship your boxes on or after July 29th, your boxes will be placed in your residence hall (but not your room),… read more
Why does my move-in date sent from the university still say August 20th or 21st?
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Don’t worry! The university sets all move-in dates prior to your registration for FreshFest. However, once you are registered and paid for FreshFest, we will notify the university, and you’ll be all set to move in with us!
Why should I sign up for FreshFest?
June 21, 2023
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Besides being able to move in and get accommodated to campus early, FreshFest is a great way to meet other incoming students, as well as get to hear and learn from upper-class students before the year begins.
I am a first-year student, but cannot attend FreshFest. What can I do?
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If you cannot attend FreshFest, you are still welcome to attend Shabbat dinner on Friday, August 18! We also will host a variety of first-year programming during Orientation Week. Keep an eye out, as well, for an opportunity to be part of a Big/Little Program and our First Year Students at Hillel (FYSH) Board. You… read more
What is there for parents or families to do?
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Family members are invited to an Open House on Thursday evening from 4-5:30pm at Hillel JUC. Families are also welcome to attend Shabbat dinner at Hillel JUC on Friday night. For any questions about parent/family programming, please contact [email protected].
How do I sign up?
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You can sign up for FreshFest using our registration link here. Registration will open officially on July 1st.
I have a food allergy or accommodation. Is FreshFest still for me?
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Of course! Hillel always serve Kosher food, and accommodates any and all food allergy or sensitivity. As FreshFest gets closer, we’ll send out a form to fill out with any important information we need from you, including allergies!
Do I need to notify the school about early move in?
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Nope! As soon as you register for FreshFest, we let the school know to prepare for your arrival. All first-year students who register will be able move in early, on Thursday August 17th, from 11am to 4pm. Once we are closer to this move-in date, information will be sent to all registered students and their… read more
What is Freshfest?
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FreshFest is the newest pre-orientation experience in partnership with the Hillel Jewish University Center of Pittsburgh and the University of Pittsburgh. Incoming Jewish first-year students attending the University of Pittsburgh that sign up for FreshFest will have access to: Early Move-in: participants move in to their residence halls the Thursday before regular move-in. Two Days of… read more