Bear Essentials

Oct. 26, 2022

group photo of KU vision program students at the Dine in the Dark event.

KU Students Raise Awareness of Blindness

KU students in the Visual Impairment program paired with the Vision Resource Center of Berks County to host a Dine in Dark at Berkshire Country Club.

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Announcements

Social Work in the Global Environment Conference Registration - Nov. 4. Hear an array of presentations on the topic War, Conflict, and Peace.

Join the KU Presidential Ambassadors (KUPA) - KUPA works with the President’s Office and KU Foundation to staff alumni & donor events, network & sharpening career skills. Apply by Nov. 18.

Balancing Campus Involvement and Networking - The best way to make friends and meaningful connections in colleges is to join groups and meet new people.

Apply for the KU Legacy Scholarship - This scholarship is open to any child or sibling of a KU graduate starting their sophomore, junior, or senior year. Applications accepted through Nov. 15.

 

Events

Wed. Oct. 26

Midterm Madness: Election TriviaJoin the KUAB, the Community Outreach Center, and Kutztown Votes for a special event featuring L. Joy Williams leading up to the primary elections.

Soft Skills: What Employers Want - Employers want you to have soft skills. What are soft skills you ask? Communication, professionalism, critical thinking and many more.  11 a.m. via Zoom.

Psi-Psychology Club's Kahoot Night - 3:30 p.m. in Old Main 123. Fun-filled Kahoot night on Kutztown University and Psychology. You need not be a Psychology Major to attend.

Successful InterviewingJobs are won in interviews. Find out what you must do before, during, and after your interview. Gain an advantage over the competition at 3 p.m. Via Zoom!

Pack 4 Impact: Period Product Drive - Accepting period product donations from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at MCC Multicultural Unity Room. We will be hosting a packing party and donating in November.

Field Hockey vs. Millersville - 7 p.m. Andre Reed Stadium (Live Stats | Video)

Thu. Oct. 27

Open Hour With Provost - 3 p.m. in Starbucks, McFarland Student Union. Students are invited to drop by and chat with the Provost, Dr. Lorin Basden Arnold, during her open office hour.

Germany & the Alps Summer Study Info Meeting - Get first-hand info from profs and students about this program. Old Main 288, 11 a.m. Program runs May 25-June 20. Courses in WRI & COM, open to all students.

Coffee Break at Boxwood House - Join the LGBTQ+ Resource Center at 12 p.m. for weekly coffee and conversations. Stay after the Allies meeting or stop in for a visit and enjoy some fellowship.

Rocky Horror Picture Show Screening with Shadow Cast - 7 p.m. in Schaeffer Auditorium. Get in the spirit and come dressed in costume! First come, first serve for prop bags.

Henna Night - 4:30 -6:30 p.m. at MCC Unity Room. Co-sponsored by Women's Center, Muslim Student Association and the Multicultural Center.

Free Flu Shots for KU Students Only - 12:30 p.m.–4 p.m. Drive-thru clinic in A2 Parking Lot (Near Beekey). Follow Public Safety's orange cones to receive a flu shot while sitting in your car.

Disney Intern Program - Learn about the program and how you may be able to earn academic credit for interning at the "Happiest Place on Earth." 11 a.m. MSU 250.

CDC Mini-Workshop Marathon - All the workshops in one place! Creating Your Personal Brand 6 p.m., Designing Your Career Path 6:30 p.m., Writing Your Resume & Cover Letter 7 p.m. Via Zoom.

Drop-In Wellness Pretty Pumpkin Thursday - 1-4 p.m. Health Center, have a pumpkin experience with us. Design your ultimate pumpkin, enjoy pumpkin treats, relax with others.

De-Stress and Decompress - Want a space to chat with other students or just hang out? Join us in the Fireside Lounge, MSU 205 Thursdays 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

Fri. Oct. 28

Study Abroad Information Table - Visit us outside the Cub Cafe from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. to learn more about study abroad.

Friday Night Frights - 3-6 p.m. Join the LGBTQ+ Resource Center this Friday at Boxwood House for a spooky, educational time talking about how queerness has historically been portrayed in horror films.

Choosing a Major - Explore myths and facts about majors and careers and how you can narrow down options to make the best decision for your future. 1 p.m. AF 102.

Clay Club Project Night: Spoons (and Spooks) - Come to Sharadin 108 to learn how to make spoons with Sydney Knaub. Wear a costume - prizes for best costumes! 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Feel Good Fridays, Halloween Nostalgia Coloring - 9 a.m.-noon. Color with crayons and enter a coloring contest, relax and have fun with us at the Health Center.

Sat. Oct. 29

Women's Soccer vs. Millersville - 1 p.m. Keystone Field (Live Stats | Video)

Mon. Oct. 31

Tarot Study Group - 4-5 p.m. at Boxwood House - Curious about Tarot? Both seasoned and new folks are welcome to discover more about the tarot deck with our staff members.

Soft Skills: What Employers Want - Employers want you to have soft skills. What are soft skills you ask? Communication, professionalism, critical thinking and many more. 11 a.m. Via Zoom.

Designing Your Career Path - Employers want you to have soft skills. What are soft skills you ask? Communication, professionalism, critical thinking and many more. 3 p.m. Via Zoom.

Tue. Nov. 1

Body Doubling Session - 2-3 p.m. - Join us at the Women's Center at Boxwood House for this scheduled hour to focus on your work in the presence of others.

Using Social Media In Your Job Search - Learn how to use Linkedin and other social media sites to boost your career prospects. 11 a.m. MSU 250.

Creating Your Personal Brand - What does your brand say about you? Learn how to create a brand during your college years that will appeal to future employers! 1 p.m. MSU 250.

CDC Mini-Workshop Marathon - All the workshops needed in one place! Choosing a Major 6 p.m., Creating Your Personal Brand 6:30 p.m., Soft Skills: What Employers Want 7 p.m. Via Zoom.

Salary Negotiation - Learn how to begin your careers smartly, how to benchmark your worth, and how to negotiate for an equitable salary! 1 p.m. Via Zoom.

Free Flu Shot Clinic for KU Students Only - 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at the MSU, room 223. No appointment needed and KU ID recommended.

Wed. Nov. 2

Get Knotty: Make and Take Friendship bracelets - Learn how to make your own friendship bracelet through live demonstration. There will be free pizza and refreshments. Tickets $8.

PASSHE Diversity Summit - Register for the virtual PASSHE Diversity Summit, Nov. 2-4. Free and open to all students.

Successful Interviewing - Learn how to begin your careers smartly, how to benchmark your worth, and how to negotiate for an equitable salary! 2 p.m. Via Zoom.