Daily Brief
Jan. 23, 2025
KU Mourns the Loss of Nancy Jean Stump Seiger '54, Ped.D.'21
Nancy Jean Stump Seiger '54, Ped.D.'21, one of the university's most generous supporters, passed away Wednesday, Jan. 15. We are grateful to Nancy Jean for her generosity and the transformational gifts she made to the university. Her legacy will live on at KU in perpetuity.
Alex Ogeka, KU Foundation
Weather
Weather forecasts are provided by KU's Dr. Michael Davis and "Monsoon Mike" Regensburger
We've gotten past the worst of the brutal cold. Slightly less brutal weather begins today behind a weak warm front which will turn our breezes to the southwest. High temperatures today will be around 24, about an eight-degree improvement from yesterday and 10-degree improvement from the day prior. Clouds will tend to dominate early in the day with more in the way of some partial sun later.
Announcements
Employee Directory
The employee directory, which had been accessible in MyKU Legacy, can now be accessed directly via this link: https://www.kutztown.edu/faculty-and-staff/employee-directory. Complete details on managing your website profile can be found on the Directory Resources webpage.
University Relations
Enroll in ACUE's "Fostering a Culture of Belonging"
We are once again providing both faculty and staff with the opportunity to earn a digital badge in “Fostering a Culture of Belonging” through Kutztown University’s partnership with the Association of College and University Educators (ACUE). In the spring semester, the 100% online, asynchronous course opens Monday, Feb. 17, with welcome sessions scheduled for the week of Feb. 10. "Fostering a Culture of Belonging” takes approximately eight weeks to complete and includes four modules: Managing the Impact of Biases; Reducing Microaggressions; Addressing Imposter Phenomenon and Stereotype Threat; Cultivating an Inclusive Environment. If you wish to register for this free professional development opportunity, please register online by Tuesday, Feb. 4. The results from the Fall cohort of “students” were impressive, with 100% of the course participants reporting increased confidence in their ability to create a welcoming environment for all students.
Karen Rauch, Office of the Provost
Academics
Starfish: Getting Ready for Spring 2025
We're here to make using Starfish as simple and straightforward as possible. Whether you're returning to KU and want a refresher or are new and need help with functions like setting up your office hours (consultation hours) or using progress surveys, this training is designed to help you get the most out of Starfish with ease. Find available times and register through the registration link or by visiting the Starfish website. If you can’t make the listed sessions, you can request an alternative date and time that works better for you. Let us help you streamline your Starfish experience so you can focus on what matters most at KU.
Nancy Brynildsen, The Center for Student Success and Academic Excellence
Upcoming Events
| Date | Time | Event |
| Jan. 23 | 8:30 a.m. | New Student Orientation 218 MSU |
| Jan. 27 | -- | First Day of Spring Semester |
| Jan. 28 | 7 p.m. | Ivan Pecal: Making Juggling Tolerable 218 MSU |
| Jan. 30 | 11 a.m. | University Curriculum Committee Meeting |
| Feb. 2 | 2 p.m. | KU Presents Family Series: Puppy Pals Live Schaeffer Auditorium (Tickets) |
Athletics
| Date | Time | Event |
| Jan. 24 | 7 p.m. | Wrestling vs. American International Keystone Arena (Watch | Results) |
| Jan. 25 | 2 p.m. | Women's Swimming vs. Lock Haven (Senior Day) Keystone Natatorium |
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.