Daily
Brief
Daily
Brief
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EVENTS
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.
Love Sucks!
Kutztown University’s Spotlight Players presents “Love Sucks!,” a morning of staged readings of three 10 minute plays, each exploring different dramatic (and humorous) aspects of love and relationships. The performance will be held Thursday, Feb. 21, at 11 a.m. in the Bear’s Den (McFarland Student Union Building). Admission is free.
For further information, please visit: http://www.kutztown.edu/activities/clubs/spotlight/index.aspx or contact Eva at ewask809@kutztown.edu.
Eva Wasko, public relations, Spotlight Players
The Israel Chamber Orchestra is performing in Schaeffer Auditorium on Sunday, Feb. 24 at 7:30 p.m., as part of the 2007-2008 Kutztown University Performing Artists Series. Tickets may be purchased at www.KutztownPresents.org, or by calling 610-683-4092. Composed entirely of virtuosos, this 35-member orchestra is touring the U.S. for the first time in more than a decade. The concert will feature Vivaldi’s Concerto for Oboe in C Major, Saint-Saëns’ Introduction and Rondo Capriccioso, Beethoven’s Symphony No. 7, and Symphony of Fire by Gil Shohat.
Ellen Finks, director, Cultural Affairs
"The Anatomy of Gray," written by Jim Leonard, Jr., is being presented this weekend and next weekend by the Department of Speech Communication and Theatre. The play explores what happens when God-fearing 19th century Americans are marked by a disease they don't understand. Performances in the Rickenbach Theatre are evenings at 8 p.m. and a Sunday matinee at 2 p.m. Advance tickets are $10 with student identification or $15 at the McFarland Student Union Information Desk (610-683-4018). Credit card orders can be placed at 610-683-4092 or www.kutztown.edu/news/cultural/ on the Web. All tickets are $15 cash at the door. Evening performances are Feb. 22 - 24, 28 - 29, and March 1 at 8 p.m. The 2 p.m. matinee is March 2.
Robert Lewis Smith, associate professor, Department of Speech Communication and Theatre
IN THEIR WORDS: A Celebration of Black History -- Please join the GLBTQ Resource Center on Wednesday, Feb. 27, from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., in the Bear's Den, McFarland Student Union, as we celebrate Black History Month with a showcase of written work by GLBTQ artists of color. Kutztown students will read pieces by prominent GLBTQ writers of color and allies.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
The Early Learning Center (KU's Laboratory School) will host its annual Open House for fall enrollment on March 5 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at 117 Rickenbach. Tour our school and learn about our preschool (part-day/full day) and kindergarten (full day) programs. Space is limited for this popular event. Children are encouraged to attend. For more information or to register for this event please contact: Diane Biehl at 610-683-4258 or biehl@kutztown.edu.
Black Heritage Month Celebration
Carter G Woodson, the son of former slaves and a Harvard-trained historian, is known as the "father" of African American History Month. He successfully launched a bold campaign of public education and advocacy on the one hand, and research and publication to gain scholarly acceptance of the history of African peoples on the other. He researched his dissertation at the Library of Congress, where he was encouraged by Manuscript Division Chief J. Franklin Jameson to pursue his goals. His legacy lives on in the study and teaching of African-American history and in the continuing struggle of African-Americans for recognition and equality. For more information, please visit: http://www.loc.gov/loc/lcib/94/9403/woodson.html
Saeeda Bhaloo, graduate assistant, Multicultural Center
Kutztown University’s chapter of the National Student Speech-Language-Hearing Association will hold its monthly meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 26, at 5 p.m. in 136 Old Main. Ms. Sheryl Chaikowsky will be speaking about living with a deaf child with an eating aversion. All interested persons are welcome.
Lauren Fenimore, president
Susan Moon Meyer, advisor
The KU Philosophy Club will meet next on Thursday, Feb. 21, at 11 a.m. in 207 DeFrancesco. The speaker will be Dr. John Riley, Department of Political Science, on: Why Fair Trade Isn’t Fair. All are welcome.
Persons with a disability and who require accommodation should notify the Disability Services Office prior to the event at 610-683-4108 or e-mail accommodation@kutztown.edu, or TDD number: 610-683-4499, in order to discuss accommodations. Every effort will be made to provide reasonable accommodations.
James Pearson, president
Allan Bäck, advisor
WASHINGTON CENTER INTERNSHIP PROGRAM INFO SESSION - Thursday, Feb. 21, from 11 a.m. to 11:50 a.m. in 250 McFarland Student Union. The Center is an independent, non-profit organization serving hundreds of colleges and universities by providing students with challenging opportunities to work and learn in Washington, D.C., for academic credit. Each year, more and more KU students are participating because this program provides a unique combination of benefits: a structured, well-supported program for which interns receive academic credit from their home institutions; an extensive internship tailored to the interests of the intern, whatever his or her major; a rich program of academic coursework; lectures by national and international leaders; small group meetings with members of Congress; site visits; embassy visits; workshops and other activities that help students understand the challenges and opportunities of leadership and civic engagement; and attractive, conveniently-located apartment housing. More than 75 percent also receive financial assistance. Sponsored by Career Services.
Kerri Gardi, director, Career Services
ADMINISTRATIVE
FERPA (Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act) Workshop – All faculty, staff, and graduate assistants are invited to attend an informational workshop on FERPA requirements. The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act, known as FERPA, governs the release of student information to parties inside and outside of the university. It is imperative that all members of the university community are aware of how FERPA affects information that can be provided about students. Newer faculty and staff members, who may not have attended prior university-sponsored FERPA workshops are especially encouraged to attend. The workshop will take place Tuesday, March 4, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in 250 McFarland Student Union. Reserve your spot today by e-mailing vigoda@kutztown.edu or calling ext. 3-4020. Refreshments will be served.
The Department of Human Resources is hosting New Employee Orientation on Monday, Feb. 25. The orientation will take place in the South Dining Hall, Conference Room B, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., and will include lunch. As with any training, please check with your supervisor before attending. You may either e-mail your R.S.V.P. to Maria Byers at byers@kutztown.edu or call ext. 3-4879 by Friday, Feb. 22, if you plan on attending. An additional orientation will be held on Monday, March 31, if you are unable to attend the February date.
Kylie Barford, staff recruitment coordinator, Department of Human Resources
ACADEMIC
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
The "FrenchConnection@KU” will meet on Thursday, Feb. 21, from 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. in the Bear's Den of the McFarland Student Union. All French speakers on campus, who are interested in practicing their conversation skills at any level in a relaxed and friendly setting, are cordially invited.
Dr. Mathias Le Bossé, Department of Geography