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Mathematics Department Colloquium - Jan. 29 at 3:30 p.m. in 103 Academic Forum  

Dr. Amy Lu will speak, "On Reducts of Countably Categorical Graphs." 

Model theory is the branch of logic studying mathematical structures by considering first-order sentences which are true of those structures and the sets which are definable in those structures by first-order formulas. Model theory, algebra and graph theory are often closely related. 

In this talk, Dr. Lu will describe classifications of reducts given by Higman, Thomas, and Bennett. She will also present her own results classifying reducts of the random bipartite graph and the random bipartite graph having more than two cross types. 

Refreshments will be served from 3 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. 

        Dr. Padraig McLoughlin, Department of Mathematics

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The Student Union Art Gallery is currently showing "Contributions" featuring charcoal drawings by Samantha McGinn. The show will be on display from Jan. 25 to Feb. 8. There is a catered opening reception on Wednesday, Jan. 30, from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. 

        Amanda Lingenfelter, gallery coordinator, Student Union Art Gallery

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The Association of Campus Events is hosting a Texas Theme Night Tuesday, Jan. 29, at 6 p.m. in the McFarland Student Union Multipurpose Room.  This event is free and will feature: prizes, a mechanical bull, card games, food and drink, a DJ, and a special guest: AVALANCHE!

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Kutztown University Radio has been made aware of a scam going around in which an unknown person is making calls to people, particularly in the Lehigh Valley area, and asking them to participate in a cash giveaway if a few questions are answered or a challenge is taken. KUR would like to once again inform the public that no such station-sponsored event is occurring, and we are attempting to trace the source of these calls with the help of campus police. If you, or anyone you know, receives such a call, we encourage you to direct your concerns to your local police department and to Kutztown University Radio at (610)-683-4059. 

        Michael Regensburger, staff general manager/advisor, Kutztown University Radio (KUR) 88.3 FM/1670 AM

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BEARFEST: 30 YEARS OF ROMAN AROUND! - April 22-26, KU will celebrate 30 years of tradition with Bearfest Events on the DMZ.  Please mark your calendars with these important planning dates:

    Feb. 1: Carnival Booth Registration begins for ALL student organizations.  Sign-up at the MSU lobby table.

    Feb. 4-5: Booth Registration continues at the South Dining Hall lobby tables.

    Feb. 5: Logos due at the Housing Office, 106 Old Main, for the LOGO design contest.  Contest rules: the design must include the Roman theme, slogan, a bear, and be submitted on a CD.

E-mail us at bearfest@kutztown.edu for more information. More information will soon be available on http://bearfest.kutztown.edu. 

        John Barnousky and Amanda Learn, chairs, Student Committee

        Christine Price, advisor, Bearfest Committee

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LARGE MAILINGS - To help expedite the process of large mailings, please call Mail Services at ext. 3-4141 for instructions and to arrange pick up.  We will do our best to accommodate you after our normal daily pick up and deliveries.  We also have a supply of empty mail trays and tubs for your use.

SMALL MAILINGS - To ensure the quick processing of smaller mailings, sort typed envelopes from hand written envelopes and rubber band together.  If envelopes are unsealed, leave flaps up.  If you have an insert, make sure the insert is placed fully in the envelope with no parts sticking out.  Check window envelopes to ensure the complete address appears in window.  Make sure your department code is on all mail.

        Pam Reinhart, supervisor, Mail Services

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A reminder to parents and students: begin filing your 2008-09 FAFSA after Jan. 1. Kutztown University’s priority filing deadline is Feb. 15. Avoid missing critical deadlines by filing your FAFSA by our priority filing deadline. 

File on the official Website at www.fafsa.ed.gov. Renewal FAFSA applications for 2008-09 will also be available on the Website after Jan. 1. To file online, the student and parent each need a PIN number which serves as the electronic signature for the FAFSA. If you filed online previously, you can use the U.S. Dept of Education assigned pin number. If this is your first time filing electronically, file for the assigned pin number at www.pin.ed.gov. We recommend that you keep the pin number in a safe place to use for subsequent academic years. The FAFSA worksheet will be available after Jan. 1 to provide guidance in completing the FAFSA. This does not take the place of filing the actual FAFSA.

Beginning this year, the FAFSA application in paper format is available only by calling the Federal Processing Center at 1-800-433-3243. Financial Aid Services will no longer have a supply of paper applications. 

For additional questions on filing the FAFSA, contact Financial Aid Services at 610-683-4077 or by e-mail at financialaid@kutztown.edu 

        Financial Aid Office

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THINKING ABOUT MOVING OFF CAMPUS? WHAT TO KNOW BEFORE YOU SIGN ON THE DOTTED LINE 

Are you thinking about moving off campus, and you are not sure where to start, or what your responsibilities and rights are as a tenant?

Then join us on Wednesday, Feb. 6, from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. for an informal discussion about the good, the bad, and the reality of living off campus. A panel of business and community leaders will be on hand to offer guidance and assistance plus answer any questions you might have, before or after you have signed on the dotted line.  

The program will be held in 250 McFarland Student Union. It is free and refreshments will be provided. Also, a listing of housing rentals will be available and distributed to all those who attend the program. 

        Julianne Nolan, director, Community Relations and Development Services

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