Daily Brief
April 3, 2024
Grammy-Nominated Saxophonist Lakecia Benjamin
One of the most sought-after and revered saxophonists in the world, the charismatic and dynamic Lakecia Benjamin, fuses traditional conceptions of jazz, hip-hop and soul. See this amazing player, formidable composer and arranger at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, April 10, in Schaeffer Auditorium as the final performance of the 2023-24 KU Presents! Performing Artists Season. KU faculty and staff can access discounted tickets by logging in for tickets using their MyKU log-in credentials.
KU Presents!
Beth Lattanzi's Dissertation Defense
Please join us for Beth Lattanzi's dissertation defense titled, "Searching for Equity Within Children's Literature: A Professor and Students' Journey of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging," 10 a.m. Wednesday, April 10, 245 Beekey. The chairperson is Dr. Amy Pfeiler-Wunder and the dissertation committee includes Dr. McGeehan and Dr. Perkins.
Beth Lattanzi's Dissertation Defense
Catherine McGeehan, College of Education
KU Graphis International New Talent Awards 2024 Winners
Five students from the Department of Art and Design had work selected for inclusion in the Graphis International New Talent Annual 2024. This is a significant honor because thousands of pieces of design and advertising work are submitted from across the globe. We are proud to recognize the following students winners:
- Roseld Languatan won a Silver medal for his Health and Safety Poster Series for the Boys and Girls Club from Professor Kate Clair’s Design Pioneers course.
- Kelsey Dicker won an Honorable Mention for the design of her EverFiber Branding and Annual Report from Professor Kate Clair’s Corporate Publications course.
- Emily Juliano won an Honorable Mention for her Hunger Games Trilogy Book covers from Professor Karen Kresge’s Introduction to Type course.
- Kelsey Dicker won an Honorable Mention for her Workshop Branding from Professor Kate Clair’s Advanced Branding course.
- Molly Heller won an Honorable Mention for her Hyperpop Met Gala Album Cover from Professor Karen Kresge’s Advanced Type course.
- Abby Lichtfus won an Honorable Mention for her Melioration Popup Album Design from Dr. Denise Bosler’s Advanced Type course.
To see all the work visit the link below.
Kate Clair, Art and Design
Weather
Weather forecasts are provided by KU's Dr. Michael Davis and "Monsoon Mike" Regensburger
Rain and wind continue. There may even be a thunderstorm this afternoon. Rain may be heavy at times. High temperature near 45.
Announcements
KU Advance Exciting News
KU’s much anticipated non-credit learning system featuring Coursera is here. Get ready to elevate your skills and knowledge with our cutting-edge platform. To access the course catalog, click here. Select "Login," "Student Login," and create an account. One move closer. Your career acceleration starts with KU Advance. For questions, contact extendedlearning@kutztown.edu.
Office of Vice Provost
You're Invited to the Diversity Marketplace
Join the KU Multicultural Center for our annual Diversity Marketplace, celebrating April's Diversity Month, noon to 4 p.m. Wednesday, April 3, 218 MSU, with vendors, local businesses, KU student organizations, offices and resources. We will also have a food truck and hot chocolate. There will be several vendors across Pennsylvania that are invited and will be selling products from jewelry, skincare, hair care, candles, apparel, paintings and more.
Angelica Mishra, Multicultural Center
Faculty First Thursday Presentation
Please join us 11 a.m. to noon Thursday, April 4, 103 Wells-Rapp Center for Mallet Percussion Research, for the "Faculty First Thursday Presentation." We will share a brief history on the development of the Wells-Rapp Center for Mallet Percussion Research and the events that have led us to open this one-of-a-kind building, which has become a global destination for researchers, historians, performers and enthusiasts. We will then highlight some of the key instruments, people and their historical significance in our collection. This free presentation is open to the entire university community and is presented by the College of Visual and Performing Arts Dean's office, including Dr. Matthew Coley and Frank Kumor. Refreshments will be served 10:30-11 a.m.
Faculty First Thursday Presentation Facebook Post
Joselyn Wynter, Office of the CVPA Dean
Philosophy Club Meeting
The KU Philosophy Club will meet 11 a.m. Thursday, April 4, 312 MSU. Christian Van Slooten will present: "Moral Error." All are welcome. Persons with a disability and who require accommodation should notify the Disability Services Office prior to the event at 610-683-4108, dso@kutztown.edu or TDD number: 610-683-4499 in order to discuss accommodations. Every effort will be made to provide reasonable accommodations.
Allan Bäck, Philosophy and Government
Take Steps Toward a Longer, Healthier Life and Walk With Us
Incorporate purposeful walking into your daily routine. Every Wednesday in April, there will be one morning walk from 9-10 a.m. and one afternoon walk from 2-3 p.m. We will begin at the Health Center and then travel to the north side of campus. In case of rain, we will be at the Student Recreation Center. All are welcome. For more information, please call 610-683-4240; modifications are also available.
Frances C. Cortez Funk, Health and Wellness Services
Golden Bear Gallop
The Community Outreach Center is excited to announce our first-ever Golden Bear Gallop - a 5K that you can walk or run on the beautiful north side of KU's campus. KU faculty/staff cost is $20. All funds raised will be donated to the "Helping Paws Emergency Fund" to help current KU students in an emergent financial need. Please use the link below to sign up. For any questions or concerns, please email volunteer@kutztown.edu.
Amanda Garcia, Community Outreach Center
Meet the Candidate: Director, New Student Orientation
Our first candidate for the director of New Student Orientation will be on campus 3:15-4:15 p.m. Wednesday, April 3, 116 Stratton. A printed resume will be available for those attending the session. Attend the open forum for campus partners to get to know the candidate and ask questions.
Leah M. Cassellia, Search Committee
Academics
Undergraduate Research and Creativity Mentorship Award Ceremony
The campus community, family and guests are invited to the Undergraduate Research and Creativity (UGRC) Mentorship Award ceremony 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 17, 183 MSU, following the KU Inspires Conference. The 2024 recipients are Dr. Darren Achey, Professor Michael Covello, Dr. Kyleigh Ivory and Dr. Dylan Schwesinger. Please congratulate our award recipients and plan to show your support in person at the event. For more information about the award and a list of past recipients, click here.
Lynn M. Kutch, Undergraduate Research and Creativity
Upcoming Events
| Date | Time | Event |
| April 3 | Noon | Diversity Marketplace 218 MSU |
| April 3 | 3:15 p.m. | Candidate: Director, New Student Orientation 116 Stratton |
| April 4 | 9 a.m. | Law School Forum 218 MSU |
| April 4 | 11 a.m. | Faculty First Thursday Presentation 103 Wells-Rapp Center |
| April 4 | 11 a.m. | Philosophy Club Meeting 312 MSU |
| April 4 | 4 p.m. | University Senate Meeting 202 Academic Forum |
| April 4 | 7 p.m. | Spring Book Review 183 MSU |
| April 4 | 7 p.m. | Drag Show Schaeffer Auditorium |
| April 6 | 9 a.m. | Accepted Student Reception Campus |
| April 7 | 2 p.m. | KU Presents: Lightwire Theater: The Ugly Duckling Schaeffer Auditorium (Tickets) |
| April 8 | 7:30 p.m. | Concert: Dark Sky World Premiere with KU Percussion, Choirs and Heartland Marimba Quartet Wells-Rapp Center |
| April 9 | 11 a.m. | Young Entrepreneurs Panel 101 de Francesco |
| April 9 | 7:30 p.m. | Concert: Percussion Ensemble with Heartland Marimba Quartet and KU Choirs Georgian Room, Old Main |
| April 10 | 10 a.m. | Dissertation Defense: Beth Lattanzi 245 Beekey |
| April 10 | Noon | Women Entrepreneurs Panel Luncheon 218 MSU (RSVP) |
| April 10 | 7:30 p.m. | KU Presents: Lakecia Benjamin Schaeffer Auditorium (Tickets) |
Athletics
| Date | Time | Event |
| April 6 | 1 p.m. | Softball vs. Shippensburg (DH) North Campus Field (Stats) |
| April 6 | 2 p.m. | Acrobatics and Tumbling vs. Iona Keystone Arena (Video) |
| April 7 | 1 p.m. | Softball vs. West Chester (DH) North Campus Field (Stats) |
| April 7 | 1 p.m. | Baseball vs. Lock Haven (DH) North Campus Field (Stats) |
Accommodations
Persons with a disability, and who require accommodation, should notify the Disability Services Office two weeks prior to the event at 610-683-4108 or email DSO@kutztown.edu, TDD number: 610-683-4499, in order to discuss accommodations. Every effort will be made to provide reasonable accommodations. Please note: Kutztown University does not provide wheelchairs or other mobility devices.
Non-Discrimination Statement
Kutztown University does not discriminate in employment or educational opportunities on the basis of sex, race, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status. To discuss a complaint of discrimination, please contact the Office of Social Equity, Old Main A-Wing, Room 02, by phone at 610-683-4700 or by email at pena@kutztown.edu. Pursuant to Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Kutztown University does not discriminate on the basis of sex and prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates, including admissions and employment. Any inquiries regarding the application of Title IX at Kutztown University may be made to Bradley Davis, the university’s Title IX coordinator, located in Old Main A-Wing, Room 02A, by phone at 610-683-4782 or by email at titleix@kutztown.edu. You may also contact the Office for Civil Rights located in the Lyndon Baines Johnson Department of Education Bldg., 400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20202-1100, by phone at 800-421-3481 (TDD: 800-877-8339), by fax at 202-453-6012, or by email at OCR@ed.gov.