Daily Brief
Nov. 15, 2024
Dr. Hawkinson Presented Veteran Spirit Award
Kutztown University’s Office of Military and Veterans Services presented the 2024 Veteran Spirit Award to Kutztown University president, Dr. Kenneth S. Hawkinson, at halftime of KU’s Nov. 9 football game and Military Appreciation Day. Hawkinson served honorably in the United States Army. After serving in the Illinois National Guard as a field artillery officer and an executive officer for a field artillery battery, he was called to active duty as an infantry officer. Hawkinson served in Germany as a platoon leader, weapons platoon leader and as a public affairs officer. He also served for two years as a volunteer in the Peace Corps in Mali, West Africa. Hawkinson continues to provide invaluable support and engaged leadership to the Kutztown military, veteran and ROTC community, as well as organizations that serve veterans. Award presentation was made by U.S. Marine Corps Lieutenant General (Retired) Richard Zilmer, a well-decorated veteran and highly respected class of 1974 alumnus; and Colonel Gregory Adams, a close friend and West Point graduate who had a successful career in field artillery and aviation and who served during the Kuwait and Kosovo military campaigns. Assisting with the presentation were members of the Student Veterans Association and Steel Battalion Army R.O.T.C. Cadets.
University Relations
KU Choir Fall Concert
Join us 7:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 15, Georgian Room for an unforgettable evening at 'Echoes of Humanity'. Experience the debut of our new director, Derrick L. Thompson, as he leads the KU Choir in his inaugural concert. Let the harmonies of Mozart, Dett, Garrett and more resonate within you.
Maya Strava Kokkinou, KU Department of Music
Chamber Music Recital
Join us for an evening of chamber music at 7:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 18, Wells-Rapp Center for Mallet Percussion Research. Our talented music students will perform a selection of beautiful and dynamic pieces.
Maya Strava Kokkinou, KU Department of Music
Weather
Weather forecasts are provided by KU's Dr. Michael Davis and "Monsoon Mike" Regensburger
A cloudy start to the day will gradually transition to mostly clear skies as high pressure takes over. Winds will be a factor due to the tight pressure gradient. High temperature near 56.
Announcements
Rock Ensemble I Concert
The award-winning KU Rock Ensemble I will present a fun-filled concert at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 20, Schaeffer Auditorium. A wide range of rock hits from bands as diverse as Kansas, Queen, Esperanza Spaulding, Earth Wind and Fire, and many more will be played. Dance the night away with this fabulous band. Free and open to the public. For more info, contact Kevin Kjos at kjos@kutztown.edu.
Commercial Music Studies
Chambliss Undergraduate Student Academic Achievement Awards
Faculty and staff are encouraged to nominate undergraduate students graduating in December 2024 or May 2025 for this prestigious award by the nomination deadline of Feb. 10, 2025. Nominees should exemplify an exceptional individual achievement in one or more categories. See the nomination form for more details.
Chambliss Undergraduate Student Academic Achievement Nomination Form
Andrea Kirshman, Student Success
Upcoming Events
| Date | Time | Event |
| Nov. 15 | 11 a.m. | Trumpet Concert: Steve Jankowski 114 Schaeffer |
| Nov. 15 | 7:30 p.m. | Concert: Choir Georgian Room |
| Nov. 15 | 7:30 p.m. | KU Choir Fall Concert Georgian Room |
| Nov. 17 | 1:30 p.m. | Concert: Trombone 114 Schaeffer |
| Nov. 17 | 2 p.m. | KU Presents Family Series: Pinkalicious The Musical Schaeffer Auditorium (Tickets) |
| Nov. 18 | 5 p.m. | AFSCME Member Meeting 200 Academic Forum |
| Nov. 18 | 7:30 p.m. | Concert: Chamber Ensemble Recital Wells-Rapp |
| Nov. 19 | 11 a.m. | CEL Workshop 6 Rohrbach |
| Nov. 19 | 7:30 p.m. | Concert: Rock Ensemble II Schaeffer Auditorium |
| Nov. 20 | 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. |
Free Flu Shot Clinic Across from 218 MSU |
| Nov. 20 | 3 p.m. | Open Hour with Provost Bears Den, MSU |
| Nov. 20 | 7:30 p.m. | Concert: Rock Ensemble I Schaeffer Auditorium |
| Nov. 21 | 4:30 p.m. | World Philosophy Day Lecture 183 MSU |
| Nov. 21 | 7:30 p.m. | Concert: Jazz Ensemble II Schaeffer Auditorium |
| Nov. 22 | 8 a.m. | Art Education Conference 218 MSU |
| Nov. 22 | 7:30 p.m. | Concert: Single Reed 163 OM |
Athletics
| Date | Time | Event |
| Nov. 15 | 3 p.m. | Women's Soccer at #5 Gannon PSAC Semifinals Erie, Pa. (Video | Stats) |
| Nov. 16 | Noon | #3 Field Hockey vs. #6 So. New Hampshire NCAA Quarterfinals Andre Reed Stadium (Video | Stats | Tickets) |
| Nov. 16 | Noon | #3 Football at #17 California (Pa.) PSAC Championship California, Pa. (Video | Audio | Stats) |
| Nov. 16 | 1 p.m. | Men's Basketball vs. PSU Schuylkill Keystone Arena (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.