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Total Eclipse of the Moon, Feb. 20-21, visible from KU (and U.S.) 

Weather permitting, on Wednesday, Feb. 20, viewers throughout North America will be treated to a total eclipse of the moon. Circumstances are especially favorable for viewing this event, which begins in the early evening and ends soon after midnight, Eastern Standard Time. The moon will be fairly high in the eastern sky throughout the eclipse. 

The partial phase of the eclipse begins at 8:43 p.m., when the full moon first enters the Earth’s umbral shadow. The total phase begins at 10 p.m., when all of the moon becomes eclipsed. But due to scattered reddish waves of light reaching the moon’s surface, after traveling through the Earth’s atmosphere, the totally eclipsed moon won’t be black, but rather a dull coppery reddish color. Mid-eclipse occurs at 10:26 p.m., and the total phase ends by 10:52 p.m. The remaining partial phases will continue until 12:09 a.m. 

If the sky is clear, the KU Observatory will host a public viewing of the eclipse throughout its duration. Close to the moon will be the planet Saturn (a few degrees to the upper left) and the bright star Regulus (several degrees to the upper right). Using a pair of binoculars will enhance views of the eclipsed moon. 

Questions may be directed to Jordan Marché, Department of Physical Sciences, at (610) 683-4438.

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KuBOK - NEIGHBORHOOD SAFETY WATCH

An information and training session will be held Tuesday, Feb. 19, at 7:30 p.m. in 250 McFarland Student Union. Students, faculty, and staff are encouraged to attend. The session will provide the opportunity to learn more about KuBOK and how you can be a part of making a difference. For additional information, contact Julie Nolan at ext. 3-4756 or e-mail nolan@kutztown.edu. 

        Julianne Nolan, director, Community Relations and Development Services

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Black Heritage Month Celebration 

In 2006, Rep. Keith Ellison (Minn.) became the first black Muslim to be elected to the U.S. Congress. For more information, please visit: http://www.biography.com/blackhistory/achievements_1to25.jsp

        Saeeda Bhaloo, graduate assistant, Multicultural Center

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OPERATION LIFESAVER – UNDERSTANDING RAILROAD SAFETY

Operation Lifesaver is a safety prevention program that will provide an understanding about train operations, stopping distance, and trespass prevention.  A free meeting will be held Wednesday, Feb. 20, from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. in 250 McFarland Student Union. Refreshments will be served.

Presenter: William Yurvati, trainer, Operation Lifesaver and Access Services Librarian, East Stroudsburg University.

For more information or questions contact the Director of Community Relations and Development Services at 610-683-1396 or nolan@kutztown.edu.

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KU-SUMMER STUDY PROGRAM IN MUNICH AND AUSTRIA 2008 

There will be an informational meeting about the KU Summer Study Program in Austria on Thursday, Feb. 21 at 1 p.m. in 26 Rohrbach Library. Courses offered in English include HIS 227 - "History of the Holocaust," and GER 360 - "Study Abroad Experience." GER 104 - "Intermediate German" will also be offered. Application deadline is Feb. 29. For more information, contact Dr. Gregory Hanson (11A DeFran., 484-646-4278, hanson@kutztown.edu.) 

Program Summary: After five exciting days in Munich and traveling to sites in Bavaria, the Program moves to its home base in Telfes Austria. Telfes, a scenic alpine village in the Stubai valley 15 kilometers south of Innsbruck, will serve as headquarters for class instruction, site visits, and excursions.

        Dr. Gregory Hanson, program director

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Below you will find the approved weather cancellation make-up times.  Due to conflicts in trying to schedule the make-up dates (i.e., spring break) we have adjusted the dates for your convenience. 

Evening classes cancelled due to weather conditions will be made-up according to the following schedule.  Exceptions to this will be subject to approval by the Provost. 

    Classes Canceled                    Make-up Date

    Monday evening                     First Friday of the month

    Tuesday evening                    Second Friday of the month

    Wednesday evening               Third Friday of the month

    Thursday evening                   Fourth Friday of the month

 Therefore the following are make-up dates: 

    Classes Cancelled                                          Make-up Date

    Tuesday, February 12, 2008                          Friday, February 22, 2008

    Wednesday, February 13, 2008                      Friday, February 29, 2008

It is also expected that all work missed due to weather closings will be made-up for day classes, i.e.:

    Tuesday, February 12, 2008 – classes from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m.

    Wednesday, February 13, 2008 – classes from 8:00 to 9:00 a.m.

    Wednesday, February 13, 2008 – classes from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m.

Carlos Vargas-Aburto

Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs

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