KU News & Media
Read about KU's people, places and events and our distinct achievements and contributions to the educational, economic and cultural well-being of the campus and our community.
Bear Essentials
Wednesdays, throughout academic year.
Bear Essentials is the weekly e-newsletter for students at Kutztown University, highlighting upcoming events and announcements students need to know about.
Daily Brief
Mondays-Fridays
The Daily Brief is a e-newsletter for faculty and staff of Kutztown University.
Parent Bulletin
Monthly
The Parent and Family Bulletin is a monthly e-newsletter for parents/family of KU's current students.
The Tower
Fall
The Tower, produced each year, features fascinating alumni, campus news and notes, extraordinary faculty and students.
News & Announcements
Elliott Named Recipient of 2024 John P. Schellenberg Award for Excellence in Teaching and Learning
The John P. Schellenberg Award for Excellence in Teaching and Learning was established by John P. Schellenberg, emeriti professor of physical science, faculty alumni and friends to recognize an early career faculty member who has demonstrated outstanding work.
Sharma Re-elected to Board of Directors for National Association of Social Workers
NASW works to enhance the professional growth of its members while maintaining high standards to advance social policies that improve the lives of individuals, families, organizations and communities around the globe.
Perkins Family Bestowed with Kutztown University President's Medal for Tradition of Philanthropy
The Perkins’ have supported KU through giving for 36 years, including each of the last 21 years.
Teacher Leadership Academy Expands with New Agreements with Methacton and Reading
The Academy is set to expand this fall with new agreements with Methacton and Reading School Districts.
Mars 2020 Rover 5-Year NASA Grant
The H2O Program gives undergraduate students the opportunity to observe and interact with NASA Planetary Science Division teams, with the goal of inspiring historically marginalized groups to be part of the STEM workforce.
Moss Receives 2024 Wiesenberger Award for Excellence in Teaching
The award is presented annually to a faculty member who has demonstrated superlative teaching skills and service to the university.
Princeton Review Ranks KU in Best Colleges 2025
Kutztown University has been included in the regional list in 22 consecutive rankings.
Hawkinson Announces Upcoming Retirement as KU President
The President of Kutztown University of Pennsylvania, Dr. Kenneth S. Hawkinson, announced his upcoming retirement at the university’s 2024 Faculty and Staff Convocation and Celebration, Friday morning.
College of Education Partners with Area School Districts to Provide Early Access to Careers in Education
Kutztown University’s College of Education, in partnership with area high schools, is helping to create access to careers in education with a unique, dual enrollment program: the “KU Early College Academy for Education.”