Daily Brief
March 26, 2025
College of Education Announces Public Oral Dissertation Presentation by Casey Horvath
The College of Education announces a Public Oral Dissertation Presentation by Casey Horvath, "The Use of Evidence-based Practices in General Education Classrooms: a Comparison of Teacher Perception and Implementation," 3-5 p.m. Wednesday, April 2, 115 Beekey. The dissertation committee chair is Dr. Kathleen Stanfa and the committee members are Dr. Andrew Miness and Dr. Caitlin Mohl.
Catherine McGeehan, EDD Program
Weather
Weather forecasts are provided by KU's Dr. Michael Davis and "Monsoon Mike" Regensburger
A weak cold front passes today which may trigger some showers around noon. Partly to mostly cloudy conditions. High temperature near 49.
Announcements
Today: Presidential Candidate A Open Forums
KU Presidential Candidate A is on campus for open forums today, Wednesday, March 26, 218 MSU. The KU Presidential Search website has been updated to include the CV for Candidate A. CVs can be accessed using the "presidential candidates" link on the webpage. Open Forum schedule is as follows:
- Managers: 9-9:50 a.m.
- Union-Represented Staff (AFSCME, SCUPA, SPFPA, OPEIU, Coaches): 10-10:50 a.m.
- Faculty: 11-11:50 a.m.
- Students: 1-1:50 p.m.
University Relations
Department of Social Work 21st annual Community Forum
The 21st annual Community Forum titled "Exploring the Social Determinants of Mental Health: Policy and Practice Implications" will be held 8:45 a.m. to 4 p.m., Friday, March 28, Schaeffer Auditorium. The Department of Social Work invites students, staff, faculty and the community to participate. Attendees can learn more about the event and register for the Community Forum online.
Dr. Heather A. LaBarre, Social Work
Health Careers Society Blood Drive
KU's Health Careers Society is partnering with the Red Cross to hold a blood drive 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, March 28, Student Recreation Center. Sign up at the link below.
Cristen Rosch, Biology/Health Careers Society
Chambliss Faculty Research Lecture Featuring Dr. Feisal Murshed
Dr. Feisal Murshed, associate professor of Business Administration, will present Kutztown University's Spring 2025 Chambliss Faculty Research Lecture titled, “The making of an academic brand: My journey of curiosity, discovery, and impact,” 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 2, 183 McFarland Student Union and via Zoom. The presentation will explore Murshed's scholarly journey, highlighting the evolution of his work through an in-depth exploration of the sustainability challenges facing small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), a crucial issue that will shape the future for both businesses and society. All are welcome to attend.
Office of the Provost
Autism, Accommodation and Academia: Guest Speaker with Book Signing April 10
Join us at 6 p.m. Thursday, April 10, 145 Boehm, to hear nationally renowned journalist and author of "We're Not Broken," Eric M. Garcia, speak about "Autism, Accommodation and Academia: An Unrequited Love Triangle." The event is free to faculty, staff and students, is followed by a book signing and sponsored by the university's Title III grant. Register today. You are also invited to "A Taste of Inclusion" from 4:30-6 p.m. for refreshments, networking and thought-provoking discussion prior to attending Garcia's event. This is sponsored by the Commission on Human Diversity. A separate RSVP is requested for food counts.
Brandy Leininger, Academic Affairs
Employee of the Month
Do you have a co-worker in your department or in any other department on campus that has gone above and beyond to support KU's mission? Acknowledge them by submitting an Employee of the Month nomination. The nomination form can be found online. Let us know about the amazing work everyone is doing at KU.
Elisabeth Manwiller, Human Resources
Academics
Call for Nominations: 2025 John P. Schellenberg Award
The purpose of this award was established by John P. Schellenberg, professor emeritus of physical sciences, faculty, alumni and friends to recognize an early career faculty member who has demonstrated outstanding work within the mission of the Center for Engaged Learning. To be eligible for the award, an individual must have been on the faculty full-time at least three but not more than seven years. The recipient will be chosen based on the following three areas:
1. Pedagogy and Curriculum Innovation
2. Learning Technology Innovation
3. Assessment and/or Research on Learning
The recipient will be awarded $1,250 check and an engraved plaque. Please submit a nomination letter and curriculum vitae to Douglas Scott at dscott@kutztown.edu by 4:30 p.m. Friday, April 4. Nominated candidates are also required to submit their own letter (maximum of two pages) that clearly outlines their qualifications in all three categories mentioned above. This letter should be sent to dscott@kutztown.edu. Please visit the Schellenberg Award page for more information.
Center for Engaged Learning
Upcoming Events
| Date | Time | Event |
| March 26 | -- | Presidential Candidate Open Forums MSU (CV) |
| March 27 | 10:30 a.m. | FDI Exhibit/Presentation Meet the Artist: Professor Anthony Smith, Jr. Multicultural Center (Register) |
| March 27 | 11 a.m. | University Curriculum Committee Zoom |
| March 27 | 6 p.m. | R.A.D. Training Georgian Room |
| March 27 | 6:30 p.m. | 20th Anniversary LGBTQ+ Resource Center Presentation by Alok Vaid-Menon 218 MSU (Tickets) |
| March 27 | 7:30 p.m. | Percussion Ensemble Wells-Rapp |
| March 28 | Noon | KU Support Staff Appreciation Event 223 MSU (RSVP) |
| April 2 | -- | Presidential Candidate Open Forums MSU |
| April 2 | 4:30 p.m. | Chambliss Faculty Lecture: Dr. Feisal Murshed 183 MSU |
| April 3 | -- | Presidential Candidate Open Forums MSU |
| April 3 | 7 p.m. | History Dept. Lecture Series: Dr. James Higgins 102 Academic Forum |
| April 3 | 7 p.m. | Allies Drag Show Schaeffer Auditorium |
| April 4 | -- | Presidential Candidate Open Forums MSU |
| April 5 | -- | Accepted Student Reception |
Athletics
| Date | Time | Event |
| March 26 | 3 p.m. | Tennis vs. Marymount (M&W) Keystone Courts |
| March 28 | 2 p.m. | #16 Softball vs. Bloomsburg (DH) North Campus Field (Watch | Stats) |
| March 28 | 2 p.m. | Tennis vs. Salem (M&W) Keystone Courts |
| March 28 | 6 p.m. | Acrobatics and Tumbling vs. Glenville State Keystone Arena |
| March 29 | Noon | #14 Women's Lacrosse vs. Millersville Keystone Field (Watch | Stats) |
| March 29 | 1 p.m. | Baseball vs. West Chester (DH) Bark in the Park North Campus Field (Stats) |
| March 29 | 1 p.m. | #16 Softball vs. Lock Haven (DH) Bark in the Park North Campus Field (Watch | 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.