Learn more about our student unions' policies and procedures in the handbook!
University of Pittsburgh's Student Unions' Policies and Procedures Handbook
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The William Pitt Union and O’Hara Student Center provides space for cultural, social, and educational services and programs. They create a welcoming environment that enhances student involvement and their sense of community.
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Reserve Space
Learn how to use the Event Management System (EMS) to reserve rooms around the university.
Event Production
The Event Production unit supports the audio-visual and technical needs of student organizations.
Building Hours of Operation
Sunday – Thursday: 8 a.m. - 11 p.m.
Friday - Saturday: 8 a.m. - 12 a.m.
* Academic Year schedule starts with the arrival of New Students.
Labor Day: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Fall Break: October 10 - 12 | 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Thanksgiving Recess:
- November 23 - 26: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
- November 27 - 30: Closed
Winter Recess (starting Friday of finals week):
- December 15 - 23: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
- December 24 - January 4: Closed
MLK Day: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Spring Recess:
- March 8 - 14: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
- Friday, March 13: Closed
Commencement Weekend (Friday - Sunday): 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Monday - Friday: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
- Memorial Day
- Juneteenth
- Independence Day
- Thanksgiving
- Day after Thanksgiving
- Winter Recess