Daily Brief
Dec. 4, 2023
Anthes Named Assistant Dean of College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
Kutztown University has appointed Madeline Anthes as assistant dean of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. Anthes joins KU after serving for 11 years at The College of New Jersey (TCNJ) and will assume her new role at KU Monday, Dec. 4.
University Relations
Weather
Weather forecasts are provided by KU's Dr. Michael Davis and "Monsoon Mike" Regensburger
High pressure builds for today ahead of the next approaching system. Partly sunny skies are expected along with seasonal temperatures. High temperature near 47.
Announcements
President's Open Hour
Faculty, staff and students are invited to stop by with President Hawkinson during his open hour 3 p.m. Monday, Dec. 4, 301 Stratton Administration Center. President Hawkinson welcomes your thoughts, concerns and suggestions regarding KU. If you are planning to stop by, please call the Office of the President, 610-683-4101 to RSVP.
Office of the President
President's Holiday Celebration
Dr. Kenneth S. Hawkinson and Mrs. Ann Marie Hayes-Hawkinson invite you and your family to a Holiday Celebration 1-3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 10, Georgian Room, Old Main. Kindly reply by Wednesday, Dec. 6 with the number of guests through the online reply form.
Office of the President
University Lost and Found
If you believe you have lost something, please visit the university lost and found website to browse our inventory using the link below. All items can be picked up at the McFarland Student Union Building Information Desk. Items must be picked up by noon Friday, Dec. 15.
Amanda Garcia, Student Union Operations
Monthly Blood Drive - Donors Needed
There are still plenty of timeslots available for the Miller Keystone Blood Drive Wednesday, Dec. 6. Use the link below to sign up as a donor.
Amanda Garcia, Community Outreach Center
Twelve Days of Deals - Day 4
Today is day four of " Twelve Days of Deals." Save 50% off long sleeve shirts. Each deal is valid until Tuesday, Dec. 12 and excludes other sales and promotions.
Kyle Rex, KU Campus Store
Free Flu Vaccines for Faculty and Staff
The KU Health Center has a limited supply of flu vaccines available for students, faculty and staff at no charge. The CDC recommends everyone receive an annual flu vaccine to protect against the spread of the virus. Call 610-683-4082, option 1 to schedule an appointment.
Mandi Volkert, Health and Wellness Services
Academics
Join Us for the CSC355 Software Engineering Demo Day
The Department of Computer Science and Information Technology is proud to announce the fall Senior Seminar Software Engineering Demo Day 9 a.m. Monday, Dec. 4, 218 McFarland Student Union Building. Presentations are 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m and poster sessions are 1:30-3:30 p.m. Students have worked for two semesters on their projects, including web, mobile, PC applications and a fingerprint scanning application. Plan on attending all or part of the day, live and in person. Thank you for your support of our students.
Donna DeMarco, Department of Computer Science and Information Technology
Clay Club's Holiday Sale
Clay Club's Holiday Sale will be held 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday, Dec. 4, Table D, McFarland Student Union Building. Visit us to meet ceramics students and discover the beautiful artwork they are offering for your holiday gift giving (or a treat for yourself).
Gwendolyn Yoppolo, Clay Club
Upcoming Events
| Date | Time | Event |
| Dec. 4 | 9 a.m. | Software Engineering Demo Day 218 MSU |
| Dec. 4 | 10 a.m. | Clay Club Holiday Sale Table D, MSU |
| Dec. 4 | 3 p.m. | President's Open Hour 301 Stratton Administration Center |
| Dec. 5 | 10 a.m. | Pet Therapy Day 218 MSU |
| Dec. 5 | 7:30 p.m. | Latin Ensemble Concert Schaeffer Auditorium |
| Dec. 6 | 7:30 p.m. | Jazz Ensemble II Concert Schaeffer Auditorium |
| Dec. 7 | 2 p.m. | VPA Associate Dean Search Candidate 2 202 Academic Forum |
| Dec. 7 | 4 p.m. | University Senate Meeting 103 Academic Forum |
| Dec. 7 | 7:30 p.m. | Jazz Ensemble I Concert Schaeffer Auditorium |
| Dec. 8 | 1 p.m. | COB Associate Dean Search Candidate C 106 de Francesco |
| Dec. 10 | 1 p.m. | President's Holiday Celebration Georgian Room, Old Main |
Athletics
Football Wins Regional Title for First Time in Program History
Kutztown University scored touchdowns on its first three possessions and received a game-altering 100-yard interception return from Antaun Lloyd with 11:06 left in the fourth quarter to defeat 15th-ranked Slippery Rock 28-16 and win its first-ever NCAA Division II Super Region 1 championship Saturday afternoon. The victory sends the Golden Bears (12-2) into the national semifinals 3:30 p.m. EST, Saturday, Dec. 9, against No. 1 Colorado School of Mines in Golden, Colo. The semifinal games will be carried on ESPN+ (subscription required).
Sports Information
| Dec. 6 | 5:30 p.m. | Women's Basketball vs. Holy Family Keystone Arena Video | Stats |
| Dec. 9 | 1 p.m. | Women's Swimming vs. Kean Keystone Natatorium |
| Dec. 9 | 3:30 p.m. | Football at Colorado School of Mines NCAA National Semifinals Golden, Colo. Video | 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.