Daily Brief
Nov. 6, 2023
Lifetime Achievement Award for Social Work Faculty Member
The Department of Social Work is proud to announce that our faculty member, Professor William Bender, was chosen for the National Association of Social Workers - Pennsylvania Chapter, 2023 Lifetime Achievement Award. This recognition was given for repeated demonstration of outstanding achievements related to social work practices and core professional values, as well as more than 50 years of work that contributed lasting positive impact on multiple geographic areas of the commonwealth of Pennsylvania, including Greater Reading and Berks County. Community development, organizational leadership, civic engagement, direct practice in child welfare, mental health, gerontology, healthcare and LGBTQ communities are some of the many practice areas related to this lifetime achievement. The award was presented at the 2023 statewide conference held Monday, Oct. 23, in the Poconos, by NASW-PA.
John Vafeas, Department of Social Work
Weather
Weather forecasts are provided by KU's Dr. Michael Davis and "Monsoon Mike" Regensburger
High pressure in control. A warm front passes through during the afternoon which will produce some cloud cover and possible showers into the evening. High temperature near 57.
Announcements
Veterans Awareness Week
Kutztown University celebrates National Veterans Awareness Week, November 6-12, to recognize, celebrate and honor our military and veteran community and their families. Join Military and Veterans Services, Student Veterans Association and Army R.O.T.C. Steel Battalion for a weeklong celebration of the contributions and sacrifices of our military members and veterans. All events are free however, some require registration. Visit our webpage for event schedules and details.
Military and Veterans Services
Military and Veterans Services
Miller-Keystone Blood Drive
We will host our monthly Miller-Keystone Blood Drive 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 8, 218 McFarland Student Union. Please use the link below to sign up for your timeslot in advance.
Amanda Garcia, Community Outreach Center
KU Middle States Accreditation Town Hall - Institutional Priorities
The Kutztown University Middle States Steering Committee seeks feedback from KU faculty, staff and students on institutional priorities. Please join us 11 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 9, Alumni Auditorium, McFarland Student Union for the Middle States Accreditation Town Hall to learn more about Kutztown University’s accreditation and give your feedback on institutional priorities. For those who cannot attend, a survey will be distributed after the event.
Middle States Steering Committee
CEL Cookie Chat: Planning, Perseverance, and Publications - Not Perfection
Academic writing and publishing is hard. It not only takes time but is emotionally draining. In this cookie chat, Dr. Albert Fu will share tips and strategies for having a publication pipeline despite KU's 4/4 load. We invite others to share experiences on writing, revision, and dealing with peer reviewers. The featured cookie will be a coconut macaroon. Can't make it? Attend via Zoom.
Center for Engaged Learning
Academics
Fall 2023 Late-Start Courses Attendance Verification Process
The initial attendance verification for late start courses, which is required federally for awarding of financial aid, is available in Starfish through Tuesday, Nov. 7. Faculty should indicate whether students have attended or have never attended by utilizing one of two flags. Please be sure to verify the attendance status of every student. For additional assistance, please visit Starfish in D2L, email starfish@kutztown.edu, or call 610-683-4217.
Cheryl Brattley, The Center for Student Success & Academic Excellence
Army Tuition Assistance Clinic
Please share this information with your students. Military and Veterans Services will hold an Army Tuition Assistance Clinic 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday, Nov. 6, IT training room, 200 Stratton Administration Center. Please have your Army student veterans drop in during these clinic hours and we will help them create their Army Ignited (AI) account. Students need to have an approved AI account and resolve any holds prior to the window to apply for tuition assistance, Friday, Nov. 24.
Military & Veterans Services
Student Assistants at Fireside Chats
Do you need someone to talk about your concerns with or just want a relaxing break? Our friendly student assistants are here to chat or help you color a soothing picture. Join us for Student Assistance drop-in hours 11 a.m. to noon every Tuesday and Thursday, Fire Side Lounge. Stop by and take a breather with us.
Jessica Hainley, Office of Student Assistance
Upcoming Events
| Date | Time | Event |
| Nov. 7 | 10 a.m. | Free Flu Vaccines 218 MSU |
| Nov. 7 | 3 p.m. | Open Hour with the Provost Bears Den, MSU |
| Nov. 8 | 8 a.m. | Miller-Keystone Blood Drive 218 MSU |
| Nov. 8 | 3 p.m. | Military and Veterans Job Fair Virtual |
| Nov. 9 | 11 a.m. | Middle States Accreditation Town Hall Alumni Auditorium, MSU |
| Nov. 9 | 7:30 p.m. | KU Presents! Pirates of Penzance Schaeffer Auditorium (Tickets) |
Athletics
Women's Soccer to Host PSAC Quarterfinal Monday Night
The Kutztown University women's soccer team will play Bloomsburg University in a Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference (PSAC) quarterfinal game 6 p.m. Monday, Nov. 6, Keystone Field. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for students (K-12). Students from PSAC institutions are free with a valid student ID. Children who have not yet reached kindergarten (Pre-K) are also free. PSAC passes will be accepted. Tickets can be purchased online by clicking here.
Sports Information
| Date | Time | Event |
| Nov. 6 | 6 p.m. | Women's Soccer vs. Bloomsburg (PSAC Quarterfinals) Keystone Field (Video | Stats | Tickets) |
| Nov. 11 | Noon | Football vs. Slippery Rock (PSAC Championship) Andre Reed Stadium (Video | Stats | Audio) |
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 University’s Title IX Coordinator located in the Office of Social Equity, Old Main A-Wing, Room 02, by phone at 610-683-4700 or by email at pena@kutztown.edu or 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.