Parents and Families
Kutztown University welcomes your college student and your family to ours. Just like you, we are excited for your family members to get started on their college education, and we want only the best experience for them. This is an important time in a young person's life, and KU is dedicated to providing a safe environment that makes the experience enjoyable, educationally stimulating, and fulfilling. At the same time, Kutztown University is committed to keeping parents and family members "in the loop." This page provides links and up-to-date news, deadlines, services and tips for the families of college-bound students.
Announcements
Summer Camps and Conference Season 2023
Kutztown University is set to welcome more than 30,000 visitors to campus this summer as its 2023 camps and conference season is underway.
Celebrate 2023 Spring Commencement May 12-13
More than 1,100 students will be awarded degrees during Kutztown University's spring commencement ceremonies May 12-13, at O'Pake Fieldhouse.
Shapiro Administration Awards Funding to Kutztown University to Bolster Special Education Teacher Workforce
This grant program builds on the Department’s efforts to recruit and retain teachers in Pennsylvania.
State System Presidents Sign Pledge to Spotlight Statewide Higher Ed Partnerships
The pledge demonstrates the commitment to provide high quality affordable academic and career education programs and to contribute to the development of a highly skilled competitive workforce in the commonwealth.
KU Designated "Voter Friendly Campus" for 2023
Kutztown is one of four institutions in Pennsylvania and three in the State System of Higher Education (PASSHE) to receive this year’s designation.
Dr. Learie C. Nurse Named Vice President of Enrollment Management and Student Affairs
Dr. Learie C. Nurse will oversee the comprehensive enrollment process from recruitment, admission, orientation and retention. He will also oversee areas related to student affairs and the quality of student life and success on campus.
Resources
Parents and Family Bulletin
The Parent and Family Bulletin is a monthly e-newsletter for parents/family of KU's current students.
Family Orientation
Congratulations on your student's acceptance to Kutztown University! It's time to prepare and register for your orientation program to join the Golden Bear Family.