Daily
Brief
Daily
Brief
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NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS
PLEASE ANNOUNCE TO ALL CLASSES
SATURDAY, APRIL 5, 2008 WILL BE DESIGNATED AS A FRIDAY MAKE-UP DAY
This means that both Friday, April 4, 2008 and Saturday, April 5, 2008 will be on a Friday schedule. I realize that this may be inconvenient for some, but this is the only solution available. PLEASE ANNOUNCE THIS CHANGE IN THE SCHEDULE TO YOUR CLASSES AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.
Also, the Tuesday evening February 12, 2008 classes that were rescheduled for Friday evening, February 22, 2008 are to be rescheduled to Friday evening, April 11, 2008. Exceptions to this will be subject to approval by the Provost.
The make-up periods are as follows:
EVENING CLASS CANCELLATION EVENING MAKE-UP
Tuesday, February 12, 2008 rescheduled Friday, April 11, 2008
for Friday, February 22, 2008
CLASS CANCELLATION MAKE-UP DAY
Friday, February 22, 2008 Saturday, April 5, 2008
Carlos Vargas-Aburto
Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs
Construction Update: Elevator testing will occur Wednesday, March 12. This testing will affect only the Lytle elevator and the freight elevator located in the Admin Building. Testing will begin at approximately 8 a.m., causing these elevators to be out of service for short periods of time that day.
We apologize for this inconvenience, and look forward to continued improvements to our campus.
Patrick J Antonio Jr., project manager, Facilities Project Services
Middle States Decennial Accreditation – Update
The Middle States Decennial Self-Study Report was mailed to the nine members of the evaluation team on February 18. As copies are printed, they will be made available to the campus community.
In preparation for the campus visit scheduled for March 30 – April 2, 2008, faculty, staff, and students are invited to the following information sessions (11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.). Members of the Steering Committee will answer questions about the self-study process, self-study report, evidence room, evaluation team, site visit, accreditation, and Middle States.
Tuesday, March 11 MSU223 (Formal Dining Room)
Thursday, March 13 MSU223 (Formal Dining Room)
Tuesday, March 18 MSU157b (First Floor)
Thursday, March 20 MSU157b (First Floor)
Please check our website at www.kutztown.edu/committees/middlestates for more information on the accreditation process.
Middle States Steering Committee
The KU Philosophy Club will meet on Thursday, March 6, 11 a.m. in 207 DeFrancesco. The speaker will be Jonathan Sandman on "O Say Can You See?" 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
Please excuse Alexandra Cavallero and Aaron Smyk's class absences March 5 to March 7, as they are presenting papers at the Sigma Tau Delta International English Honors Society Conference in Louisville, Ky.
Carl Seiple, advisor, KU Sigma Tau Delta Chapter
Tune into Kutztown University Radio (KUR) on Wednesday at 1 p.m. for a replay of last week's greatly talked about episode of "Town and Gown on Common Ground" with special guest, Kutztown Mayor Sandy Green. "Town and Gown on Common Ground" is a weekly show that highlights campus and community happenings and interviews. KUR can be heard on-campus at 88.3 FM or 1670 AM, around the county on TV at Service Electric Cable Channel 24 or Hometown Utilicom Cable Channel 41, and on-line at http://kur.kutztown.edu/.
Michael Regensburger, staff general manager/advisor, Kutztown University Radio (KUR) 88.3 FM/1670 AMXBOX Domination
Come to an exciting night packed with XBOX, WII, PS3, and DDR competitions on Wednesday, March 5, in 218 McFarland Student Union Building. This event is sponsored by ACE. There will be $1000 total in prizes. Doors open at 7 p.m. and will begin closing at 10:30 p.m.
Are you a cancer survivor? If so, we want you to come out and join us for the Relay for Life Walk in Kutztown on April 24-25. We are looking for survivors to honor during the honoree ceremony. Please see www.relayforlife.org for details.
Beatrice Byrd
Kutztown University College Bowl
We are looking for Kutztown University’s finest students, so pull a team of five together and come compete against your fellow peers, for the first annual Kutztown University College Bowl. The event will take place on March 31, at 7 p.m., in the Multi-Purpose Room of the McFarland Student Union, and costs absolutely nothing for teams to enter and compete! Come to the Student Union and Involvement Services office, 153 McFarland Student Union, by March 21 to sign-up! Light refreshments will be served at the actual event and prizes will be awarded to the top team
Laura Springman, programming assistant
TODAY'S EVENTS
NEW LOCATION FOR PRESIDENT'S MEETING
Students are invited to meet and talk with President Cevallos today, 260 Boehm from 11 a.m. to noon. Dr. Cevallos welcomes your thoughts, concerns, and suggestions regarding the university.
Joseph Robinson, President's Office
“GOLD OUT” AT KEYSTONE HALL FOR PSAC BASKETBALL PLAYOFFS TUESDAY
Today, at 7 p.m., the KU men's basketball team will host a first-round PSAC Playoff Game at Keystone Hall. It will be "Gold Out" night, with all fans asked to wear gold in support of the Golden Bears. Gold T-Shirts will be given to the first 250 KU students in attendance. In addition, rally towels will be given to the first 250 KU fans. Admission is free for KU students with a valid ID. Admission is $7 for adults and $2 for non-KU students. Please note, since this is a PSAC championship event, no passes or season tickets can be honored. For more information, visit the KU athletics website. (http://www.kubears.com).
Josh Leiboff, Sports Information
The Art of Wellness: 2008 Health and Wellness Expo
Students, faculty, staff, and community members are invited to participate in "The Art of Wellness: 2008 Health and Wellness Expo" today, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Multipurpose Room of McFarland Student Union. Featured will be "Earth Rhythms," awareness beading, chair massages, and 22 health promotion vendors. We encourage you to experience the Community Drum Circle, an entry-level learning experience where participants express themselves collectively by using a chorus of assorted instruments and rhythms. For more information, e-mail cortez@kutztown.edu or call ext. 3-4240.
Frances C. Cortez Funk, health promotion coordinator
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 today, 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.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Association of Campus Events is sponsoring a Murder Mystery Dinner on Thursday, March 6. Doors open at 5 p.m. with dinner served at 5:30 p.m. Tickets for this free event can be obtained at the Information Desk in the McFarland Student Union.
The Early Learning Center will host its annual open house for fall enrollment on March 6 from 6 to 8 p.m. in 117 Rickenbach. Tour the school and learn about the preschool (part-day/full day) and kindergarten (full day) programs. Children are encouraged to attend.
For more information or to register for this event, contact: Diane Biehl at 610-683-4258 or biehl@kutztown.edu.
Red Cross of Berks County is sponsoring a Free First Aid and Preparedness Day on March 19 in the Georgian Room from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Contact the Berks County Chapter at 610-375-4383 or email pstubblebine@berks.redcross.org to register. No walk-ins allowed.
S. Candi Calhoun, Department of Public Safety and Police Services
Decision Makers Forum to Host Bill Bradley and Jeb Bush
At 4 p.m., Thursday, March 27, the Decision Makers Forum will host Bill Bradley, former U.S. Senator from New Jersey, and Jeb Bush, former Governor of Florida, at the Sovereign Bank Academic Session in Keystone Arena.
These national political figures will participate in a question and answer session open to students, faculty, and staff. Join us for what promises to be an in-depth look at public policy and current U.S. politics as we enter the 2008 presidential election cycle. Your participation will help shape the content of this annual program, entering its 19th year. Admission is FREE for KU students, faculty and staff, and tickets are required. You can pick up tickets in the McFarland Student Union coat room at any of the following designated times:
Monday, March 3, 4 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Tuesday, March 4, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Wednesday, March 5, 4 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Limit two tickets per person with a valid KU ID. Requests for additional tickets may be made at any of these times, or by contacting cocchiol@kutztown.edu or ext. 31394; and will be filled, depending on availability, after March 6.
Marc Cocchiola, annual giving director, KU Foundation
ACADEMIC
Applications to be a Presidential Ambassador are due by Friday, March 7. Materials may be sent to or dropped off at the Wiesenberger Alumni Office. Please call ext. 3-4110 if you have any questions.
V. Cook, assistant director, Alumni Relations
The 2008-09 applications for the Dr. Lawrence M. Stratton Scholarship are now available in the Financial Aid Office. Criteria: the applicant must earn 30 or more credits by the end of spring semester, must earn a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.50, and must demonstrate participation and leadership in KU campus activities. Applications must be received in the Financial Aid Office no later than April 30, 2008.
Linda Bowen, Financial Aid Office
March is Women’s History Month. Our quote for today is, “Justice is a concept. Muscle is the reality.”-Linda Blandford.
Dr. Elaine W. Reed, director, Women’s Center & Women’s Studies
Race Relations Workshop
Brian Johnson, a certified trainer in Prejudice Reduction and Controversial Issues Process and founder and chief motivational educator of Manna Unlimited Motivations, will feature an interactive workshop on "Building a House for Diversity." The workshop will be held in the Multipurpose Room, McFarland Student Union, Thursday, March 6, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Petritsa Chatzitziva, assistant director, Multicultural ServicesCOMINGS & GOINGS
I am pleased to announce that after a national search was conducted, Mr. Gerald (Jerry) Silberman has been selected for the position of Vice President for Administration and Finance.
As you all know, Jerry was has been serving as an interim in this position since June 2007.
Please join me in congratulating Jerry.
F. Javier Cevallos, President