Frequently Asked Questions

1. Will I receive my first choice for cycles?
2. When are the cycles?
3. Will I be picking my class schedule during CONNECTIONS?
4. What is an ARD?
5. What should I bring to CONNECTIONS?
6. Is there housing on campus for families to stay in?
7. Do families interact with freshman during CONNECTIONS?
8. What if I have an emergency and cannot attend my cycle?
9. Will I be allowed to leave CONNECTIONS during free time?
10. Can family members sit in during the academic advising session?
11. Where can I park during CONNECTIONS?
12. Can I arrive the evening prior to a cycle if I live far away?
13. Am I required to stay in a residence hall during the CONNECTIONS summer orientation?
14. When will I receive my housing and roommate assignments?
15. Is my orientation experience complete once I attend June CONNECTIONS?
16. What is Family CONNECTIONS?
17. What is CONNECTIONS?
18. I am a commuter. Do I have to stay overnight?
19. What if I need special accommodations due to a disability?

Will I receive my first choice for cycles?

Cycles are assigned on a first-come first-served basis. The middle cycles usually fill up first.

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When are the cycles?

There are nine cycles in the month of June only and the dates can be found: here

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Will I be picking my class schedule during CONNECTIONS?

Freshman schedules are created based on their majors by an academic advisor. Students will be able to choose between certain electives during the CONNECTIONS program and ask any questions about their schedules.

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What is an ARD?

ARD stands for Advance Registration Deposit. This is the $200 deposit a student sends to KU, after being accepted, to indicate they plan to enroll as a student. Information about the CONNECTIONS program will be sent to students after the ARD has been received.

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What should I bring to CONNECTIONS?

Since CONNECTIONS is an overnight program students should bring bedding, towels, toiletries, and a change of clothing. It is also advised to bring a fan and shower shoes. All meals are provided during CONNECTIONS.

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Is there housing on campus for families to stay in?

We do not provide housing for families, however, there are several hotels surrounding the Kutztown area. Please see http://www.kutztown.edu/visitors.asp for some suggestions.

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Do families interact with freshman during CONNECTIONS?

Freshman CONNECTIONS and Family CONNECTIONS are two completely separate programs, students and families will separate when the student arrives at the residence hall for check-in.

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What if I have an emergency and cannot attend my cycle?

If there is an emergency, contact our office at 610-683-4088 and we will do our best to accommodate your needs.

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Will I be allowed to leave CONNECTIONS during free time?

All CONNECTIONS participants are expected to remain with the program, on campus, for the duration of the program.

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Can family members sit in during the academic advising session?

[No. Family members may not participate in the scheduling for freshmen. There will be student facilitators as well as an advisor present to help each student with any question they may have.

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Where can I park during CONNECTIONS?

Incoming students can get dropped off or drive themselves to CONNECTIONS. Parking is available.  No parking permit is necessary. A map can be found: here

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Can I arrive the evening prior to a cycle if I live far away?

Students who need to arrive early due to traveling circumstances should contact our office at (610) 683-4088.

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Am I required to stay in a residence hall during the CONNECTIONS summer orientation?

Yes. All incoming students must stay in the residence halls during CONNECTIONS.

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When will I receive my housing and roommate assignments?

Housing and Residential Services complete the room and roommate assignment processes n the summer months. Students receive their housing roommate information from Online Student Services.

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Is my orientation experience complete once I attend June CONNECTIONS?

There is a mandatory program called Fall CONNECTIONS that is on Sunday, August 24, 2008.  More information about this is available at CONNECTIONS and you will be sent a reminder in August.

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What is Family Connections?

Family CONNECTIONS is a program designed to assist family members of incoming students in their adjusting to having a student enrolled at KU. Information and resources are provided Students do not attend with their parents.

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What is Connections?

CONNECTIONS is the new student the new student orientation program at Kutztown University. For first-year students, the program takes place in June over the period of two days, including an overnight stay.

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I am a commuter. Do I have to stay overnight?

Staying overnight is a part of the CONNECTIONS experience. All attendees must stay overnight.

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What if I need special accommodations due to a disability?

The university is committed to achieving equal educational opportunity and participation for persons with disabilities.  This commitment extends to the administration of programs, activities and employment practices.  It is university policy to adhere to Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.  Disability Services assists the university in providing reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities who are members of the university academic community or who utilize the university facilities.  For additional services you can also contact the Disability Services Office of Kutztown University.

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