Bear Essentials
August 23, 2023
Bear Essentials is Your Weekly Student E-Newsletter - Distributed every Wednesday during the semester, announcements and events can be submitted online.
Parking Enforcement - parking will be enforced in A1 starting Friday. If your vehicle is parked in a C lot, it must be moved by noon on Friday, then moved back by Sunday at 8 p.m. Full message from Public Safety on parking this week, registration, permits and where to park.
Parking Permits - Make sure you register and pay for a parking permit if you wish to park a vehicle on campus. Our website has all of the information regarding parking.
Find Your Class Buildings - Refer to this building code list to find the building where your classes are located.
Bookstore Account - Students receiving financial aid in excess of their institutional charges (tuition, fees, meals, housing, etc.) may request a bookstore account be established at the KU Campus Store for the purchase of course-required books and supplies.
Save the Date: Unity Day - Thu. Aug. 31, 11 a.m., Schaeffer Lawn.
Looking for an On-Campus Job? - Check out the job opportunities on Handshake, which is the job and career platform. Go to the Job tab and filter on-campus jobs, then follow the instructions to apply.
Handshake Accounts - Log into Handshake using your Single-Sign On (SSO) to activate your account, enhance or update your profile, search jobs, see employers coming to job fairs, or make a Career Closet or career coaching appointment.
Student Information Phone, Email, Chat for Return to Campus - If you have questions about KU and don't know who to ask, call 610-683-4000, email ur@kutztown.edu or use the Online Chat. A staff member will be available during business hours (Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. until 4:30 p.m.). Remember, all questions are good questions, and we are here to help everyone navigate through the days ahead.
Extended hours - Several offices will offer extended hours in the first week of the semester.
- Financial Aid (Aug. 28-31, open until 5:30 p.m.)
- Registrar (Aug. 28-31, open until 5:30 p.m.)
- KU Card (Aug. 23-24, Aug. 28-31, open until 5:30 p.m.)
- Student Accounts (Aug. 28-31, open until 5:30 p.m.)
- Transportation (Aug. 23-24, Aug. 28-31, open until 5:30 p.m.)
- Campus Store (Aug 23-24, 7:45 a.m.-7 p.m., Aug. 25, 7:45 a.m.-4 p.m., Aug 26-27, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.)
Looking for a KU Alumni Mentor? - The KU Foundation's KU FUEL program pairs students and alumni mentors to build professional and networking skills. Apply for a mentor in your field of study.
Employee of the Month - Now is the time to submit your nominations for the August 2023 Employee of the Month.
Breaking up with Tobacco and Vaping - Freedom from smoking/vaping is free and be FREE. Contact Frances to register for upcoming workshops. Dates to be determined. You can do this! We can help you!
Save the Date: Senior Kickoff - Seniors, mark your calendars for this virtual workshop, Thu. Aug 31, 3 p.m., Wed. Sep. 6 at 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. and Thu. Sept. 7 at 11 a.m.
Save the Date: Unity Rally - August 31, 11 a.m. Schaeffer Lawn. (Rain location: MSU 218).
Events
Welcome Week - Check out the Fall 2023 Welcome Week Schedule. Activities are planned throughout the next week and beyond. Don't miss the fun!
Thu. Aug. 24
Dude, Where’s My Class? - Stop by the MSU lobby between 12-3 p.m. for a guided tour around campus based on your fall course schedule. Contact orientation@kutztown.edu for more information.
Fri. Aug. 25
Dude, Where’s My Class? - Stop by the MSU lobby between 3-6 p.m. for a tour around campus based on your fall course schedule. Contact orientation@kutztown.edu for more info.
Metered Parking Enforcement Begins - Metered parking enforcement begins on Friday in the A1 lot, adjacent to the McFarland Student Union.
KU Campus Store Move-In Sale - Move in sale starts today! Save on apparel & gift with our in-store only sale. $10 off $49 | $20 off $99 | $40 off $199. Sale ends Aug. 27.
Sat. Aug. 26
First-Year Student Move-In - Review the schedule.
Student Services Tent - DMZ (green area between residence halls, south campus), 8 a.m.-3 p.m.
All Hall Meetings (Resident Students) - 5:30-7 p.m.
Commuter Student Welcome - 3-7 p.m. MSU 218.
New Student Convocation - 7:30 p.m., O'Pake Field House (Keystone Hall).
Class Photo - 8:30 p.m., Andre Reed Stadium.
Glow in the Dark Event - 9-11 p.m., DMZ.
Sun. Aug. 27
Maximize Your Buzz/Zero Shades of Gray - O'Pake Field House (Keystone Hall), 12:30-2 p.m.
Amazing Academic Race - 2:30-4 p.m. on North Campus.
Welcome Picnic - 3:30-7 p.m., DMZ
Laugh Your BINGO Off! - 7-9 p.m., MSU 218.
Mon. Aug. 28
First day of classes
"Ask Me" Stations Open - 8 a.m.-3 p.m. North Campus Alumni Plaza and outside MSU.
Celebrate Wynnie's Birthday - Stop by the president's house backyard to wish the official First Dog of KU a happy birthday. 4-5 p.m.
Tech Talk Workshop (Learn email, D2L, MyKU) - MSU 116, 6-7 p.m.
Diversity Tie-Dye - DMZ, 6-8 p.m.
Tue. Aug. 29
"Ask Me" Stations Open - 8 a.m.-3 p.m. North Campus Alumni Plaza and outside MSU.
Tech Talk Workshop (Learn email, D2L, MyKU) - MSU 183, 11 a.m.-noon.
Welcome Back Bash - 5-9 p.m. DMZ.
Welcome Week Stay Hydrated - 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Health Center. Enter to win a sustainability basket.
Wed. Aug. 30
Welcome Week Stay Hydrated - 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Rohrbach Library. Enter to win a sustainability basket.
Mid-Week Magic with Michael Misko - 7-9 p.m., MSU 218.