Daily Brief
Nov. 16, 2023
Thank You for 20,000 Followers
The Kutztown University Instagram account (@KutztownU) reached a milestone of 20,000 followers in October. This shows a 23% increase in followers since April 2022. Our posts have an average reach of nearly 10,000 people with an average engagement rate of 13%. Thank you for your continued support.
Kayla Hudak, University Marketing
Faculty Present with First-Year Student at PASSHE DEI Summit
Dr. Brenda Muzeta, Dr. Amber Pabon and first-year student Aaliyah Nelson presented a workshop titled "'I was inspired by K-Pop:' Black Women Educators Collaborative and Community Building Practice through Storytelling," at PASSHE's 2023 Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Summit, Nov. 8-10, Shippensburg University.
Andrea Kirshman, Student Success and Academic Excellence
Five-Time Parents' Choice Award Winners Okee Dokee Brothers at KU Sunday
As childhood friends growing up in Denver, Colo., Joe Mailander and Justin Lansing were born adventurers. The Grammy Award-winning Okee Dokee Brothers put a passion for the outdoors at the heart of their Americana folk music. Performing music that inspires children and their parents to step outside and get creative, they hope kids will gain a greater respect for the natural world, their communities and themselves. Join them 2 p.m Sunday, Nov. 19, Schaeffer Auditorium as part of the KU Presents! Family Series. Faculty and staff can access discounted tickets using their MyKU log-in.
KU Presents!
Weather
Weather forecasts are provided by KU's Dr. Michael Davis and "Monsoon Mike" Regensburger
High pressure slides offshore. Winds swing around to the southwest. Temperatures respond nicely. Fair skies with highs around 62.
Announcements
Cold Weather Reminder
Here we go again. Cold weather is upon us and temperatures will regularly dip to levels below freezing. With that in mind, it's important to make sure exterior windows and doors are kept closed. Doing so will help conserve energy and prevent interior water pipes from bursting resulting in costly water damage. If you notice open windows or doors in your area, please close them or report the location to the Facilities Work Control Center. Let's work together to conserve energy and prevent damage to our buildings.
Gary W. Fleming, Facilities
Seeking Feedback on KU's Institutional Priorities
The Middle States Steering Committee seeks feedback from faculty, staff and students on KU’s institutional priorities. The selection of institutional priorities that matter to the institution is key to ensuring that the Middle States Self-Study Report and process are informative, insightful and valuable. Institutional priorities should therefore be forward-looking and related to the university's mission. Four institutional priorities were shared at a recent Town Hall meeting Thursday, Nov. 9. Please follow the link to provide your feedback on our four institutional priorities by Wednesday, Nov. 22.
Gregory P. Shelley, Middle States Steering Committee
Upcoming Events
| Date | Time | Event |
| Nov. 17 | 8 a.m. | 84th Annual Art Education Conference Schaeffer Auditorium |
| Nov. 19 | 2 p.m. | KU Presents! Family Series: Okee Dokee Brothers Schaeffer Auditorium |
| Nov. 23 | All Day | Thanksgiving Recess University Closed |
| Nov. 24 | All Day | Thanksgiving Recess University Closed |
Athletics
| Date | Time | Event |
| Nov. 17 | 5 p.m. | Field Hockey vs. Shippensburg NCAA National Semifinal Manchester, N.H. |
| Nov. 17 | 6 p.m. | Women's Soccer vs. Concord NCAA First Round Keystone Field (Video | Stats) |
| Nov. 18 | Noon | Football vs. Virginia Union NCAA First Round Andre Reed Stadium Video ($) | Stats | Listen | Tickets |
| Nov. 18 | 1 p.m. | Women's Basketball vs. Jefferson Keystone Arena (Video | Stats) |
| Nov. 19 | Noon | Women's Soccer NCAA Second Round Keystone Field (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.