Dear UPJ Alumni, Faculty, and Staff,
As UPJ approaches its Centennial, we find ourselves reflecting on the remarkable people who have shaped this institution over the past 100 years: professors who challenged us, coaches who pushed us, staff who supported us, and students who inspired us. Every one of us has been touched by someone who made a lasting difference.
As we prepare to celebrate this milestone, we are excited to share that something meaningful is coming soon.
This upcoming initiative will give our UPJ community an opportunity to recognize the people who have helped make this institution what it is and to leave a lasting mark as we look toward the next 100 years.
More details will be shared soon.
In the meantime, see the Centennial events planned below and save the dates as we prepare to celebrate 100 years of UPJ.
With Gratitude,
Jem Spectar
President, University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown
EVENTS
Fall 2026
| Regional Alumni Event Thursday, October 15, 2026 5:00–7:30 p.m. |
Pitt-Johnstown Alumni Pub NightJoin fellow Mountain Cats for drinks, light bites, and conversation. Tentative venue: Levity Brewing Company or Sugar Run Brewing Company in the Altoona area. Location: Levity Brewing Company, 1411 11th Avenue, Altoona, PA (tentative) |
Winter 2027
| Centennial Family Event Tentative: Saturday, February 27, 2027 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. |
Family Snow Tubing at Blue Knob All Seasons ResortBring the whole family to the mountain for a day of outdoor winter activities and indoor socializing. Complimentary hot chocolate, hot pretzels, and sliders for all guests. Free event — advance registration required. Location: Blue Knob All Seasons Resort, 1424 Overland Pass, Claysburg, PA 16625 |
Spring 2027
| Campus Alumni Event Saturday, March 27, 2027 4:30 p.m. |
Mountain Cat Couples: Return to Where It All BeganDid you meet your significant other while attending UPJ? We welcome all Mountain Cat couples back to campus for an event filled with opportunities to share, reconnect, and celebrate the love you have for each other and the campus where it all began. Location: Living Learning Center, University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown |
Summer 2027
| Campus Alumni Event Tentative: June 10–13, 2027 |
All-Greek ReunionJoin us for a weekend-long, all-years, all-Greek extravaganza filled with casual activities and opportunities to reconnect, reminisce, and make new friends. Celebrate more than 50 years of Greek life and the brothers and sisters who have made it special, from young to old and big to small. Location: Pitt Johnstown Campus |
Fall 2027
| Regional Alumni Event Tentative: Friday, September 10, 2027 |
Alumni Association Annual Golf OutingDate and course to be announced. Tentatively planned at Totteridge Golf Course, Greensburg, PA — conveniently located halfway between Johnstown and Pittsburgh via Routes 22 and 30. Contact: David Janusek | dgj7@pitt.edu | 814-269-2081 |
| Regional Alumni Event Tentative: Thursday, October 8, 2027 |
Pittsburgh Regional Alumni Get-TogetherJoin fellow Mountain Cats in Pittsburgh for a casual evening of reconnection. Tentatively at Roland's Seafood Grill. Location: Roland's Seafood Grill, Pittsburgh, PA (tentative) |
| Campus Centennial Event Tentative: Friday, October 16, 2027 |
Homecoming 2027 & UPJ Family ReunionIf your immediate family includes two or more UPJ alumni, we want to welcome you back to campus! Enjoy family-friendly, multigenerational activities celebrating the UPJ family and the connections that span generations. Includes car parade and homecoming festivities. Location: Pitt Johnstown Campus |
| Campus Centennial Event Tentative: Saturday, October 17, 2027 |
Athletic Hall of FameCelebrating the athletic excellence that has defined UPJ for 100 years. Join us as we honor the inductees into the UPJ Athletic Hall of Fame. Location: Tentative: Wellness Center, University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown |
| Regional · Date TBD Fall 2027 — Site and date to be announced |
Harrisburg / Central PA Regional Alumni Pub NiteRegional alumni gathering for Pitt Johnstown graduates in the Harrisburg and Central Pennsylvania area. Contact: David Janusek | dgj7@pitt.edu | 814-269-2081 |
| Regional · Date TBD 2027 — Site and date to be announced |
Washington, D.C. Area Regional Alumni Pub NiteRegional alumni gathering for Pitt Johnstown graduates in the greater Washington, DC, Virginia, and Maryland area. Contact: David Janusek | dgj7@pitt.edu | 814-269-2081 |
| Regional · Date TBD 2027 — Site and date to be announced |
Philadelphia / Baltimore Regional Alumni Pub NiteRegional alumni gathering for Pitt Johnstown graduates in the Philadelphia, Baltimore, and Delaware area. Contact: David Janusek | dgj7@pitt.edu | 814-269-2081 |
December 2027
| Campus Alumni Event Tentative: December 9–11, 2027 Dinner: Thursday, December 9 |
50th Anniversary Mountain Cat Basketball TournamentEnjoy three days of top area boys' and girls' high school basketball action, along with commemorative activities and player reunions celebrating 50 years of one of the area's longest-running consecutive basketball tournaments. Location: Pitt Johnstown Campus — arena and dining venue TBD |