Q: Where should I park my car while on campus?

A: The most convenient parking site is the Soldiers and Sailors garage located on the corners of Fifth Avenue and Bigelow Boulevard (with an estimated cost of approximately $15.00 per an 8-10 hour timeframe). There are also numerous meters close to Alumni Hall where one quarter earns you 15-30 minutes of parking time. Another option, if you are staying at a hotel close to campus, would be to park your car at your accommodations location and use the hotel shuttle services to get to and from campus. You may inquire about this transportation option by using the hotel information listed under "Hotel Accommodations" in the parent section of the website. Please note that the university does not validate parking.

Q: Are meals provided during my PittStart session?

A: Snacks and light refreshments will be available during PittStart Check-In on Day One of your PittStart session, between 2:00 pm and 3:00 pm. A complimentary PittStart dinner will also be provided at 6:30 pm for students on Day One of your PittStart session. If you are staying in the overnight accommodations, you will receive a breakfast meal on your student ID card to be used on the morning of Day Two at the Common Grounds Coffee Cart (located in the Litchfield Towers lobby).

ALL students will also receive $7 of Panther Funds on their Panther Card (university ID) to use at participating dining halls or restaurants for lunch on Day Two of the PittStart session. A list of locations that accept Panther Funds will be provided to students.

Q: Where and when do I get my student ID card?

A: You may obtain your student ID card by visiting Panther Central, which is located in the Litchfield Towers lobby. A form of photo ID must be shown prior to a student receiving his or her card. You will need this card to access residence halls, eat PittStart meals and to take city transportation. We highly encourage all students to obtain their Panther Card during their PittStart session. If this is not possible, a student may return to campus after their PittStart session has occurred to receive the card.

Q: Who are the Freshman Peer Counselors (FPCs)?

A: The FPCs are carefully selected upperclassmen that assist with the planning and running of the PittStart sessions. These students are present to ensure the proper running of events and engage new incoming students. They are a resource for you as well! We fully encourage you to address your questions to them regarding academics, extracurricular activities, living on campus and other student-related issues.