Please encourage your students to come to the Galleria in South Dining Hall on Thursday, Jan. 28 from 4:30-7:30 p.m. for the LinKU Open House.  LinKU stands for "Leaders in Kutztown" and is a great way to for students to expand their leadership skills.  Workshops for LinKU meet several times a semester and topics range from teambuilding and problem-solving to goal setting, event planning, and communication.  This is a great opportunity for students to learn more about this exciting program here at KU!

        Kristen (Snyder) Gallagher, assistant director, Student Union & Involvement Services

The Kutztown University Academic Achievement Awards are presented to a select group of senior students who have achieved exceptional individual achievements in specified areas. The awards were established through a generous gift provided by Dr. Carlson R. Chambliss, who served as a member of the Kutztown University faculty from 1970 until 2003.  

Faculty and staff at KU are strongly encouraged to nominate students worthy of consideration for this prestigious award. The areas of individual achievement are: 

        a) Successfully completed research projects.

        b) Original artwork of high quality.

        c) Artistic performances (music, chorus, drama, etc) of high quality.

        d) Original writing in literature or meritorious writing in other fields.

        e) Noteworthy achievements in athletics.

        f) Outstanding service to the Kutztown University community.

The application may be downloaded at http://www.kutztown.edu/divisions/studentservices/do/awards.aspx by clicking on "Academic Achievement Nominations" or by e-mailing a request to nolan@kutztown.edu.

Completed nomination forms must be submitted to the Office of the Associate Vice President for Student Services and Campus Life, 262 McFarland Student Union by Feb. 12. Any questions about the process may be directed to nolan@kutztown.edu or watrous@kutztown.edu.

       
        Julianne Nolan, director, Community Relations and Development Services

Housing & Residential Services is now recruiting for Community Assistants for the 2010-2011 academic year! We are looking for creative, enthusiastic, responsible and dedicated individuals to serve as community leaders in our residence halls.  Minimum requirements: 2.5 GPA, good standing with the university, full-time enrollment, making academic progress, and residence on campus for the 2010-2011 year.

Applications are due Wednesday, Feb. 3 and are available online at www.kutztown.edu/admin/harlo.

Learn more about the CA position at one of these Interest Sessions:

·         Tuesday, Jan. 26 at 11 a.m. in McFarland Student Union 223

·         Wednesday, Jan. 27 at 8 p.m. in all residence halls

·         Thursday, Jan. 28 at 7p.m. in all residence halls

The Sociology Comprehensive Exam for Spring 2010 graduates will begin Feb. 8 with the distribution of the Theory Section questions.  The Methods Section (March 19) and the Objective Section (April 17) will follow.  Students planning to take any or all sections of the Exam spring 2010 must sign-up with the Department secretary, Mrs. Lori Dahlquist, by Feb. 5.  To sign up, stop by the Anthropology and Sociology Department Office in 467 Old Main from 8 a.m.-noon or 1- 4 p.m. weekdays or e-mail ldahlqui@kutztown.edu.

        Lori Dahlquist, secretary, Anthropology/ Sociology Department

TB Testing – students who wish to obtain a TB test on campus in February needs to submit their preregistration card to the administrative office in the Health & Wellness Center no later than Thursday, Jan. 28.   The non-refundable $10 fee will be placed on the student’s account after the test has been administered.  Students whose last name starts with letters A-M should attend Feb. 2 for the test and return on Feb. 4 for the results.  Students with the last name starting with N-Z should attend Feb. 23 for the test and return on Feb 25 for the results.  All testing is done in the McFarland Student Union Multipurpose Room from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.  No appointment is needed.  Questions?  Please call Lois at 610-683-4943.

        Gail Hirsch, medical records manager, Health & Wellness Services

Information meeting for KU Mexico Sketchbook Course 2010 is today at 11 a.m. in the Communication Design Conference Room, Sharadin 312, above the Art Gallery.

In May 2010, the Communication Design Department is offering a Mexico sketchbook course. Students travel to the charming colonial cities of Guanajuato and Queretaro and visit the amazing capitol, Mexico City. Excursions include climbing the pyramids of Teotihuacan, a visit to an underground silver mine, and the birthplace of muralist Diego Rivera.  Each student completes a sketchbook documenting the travel experience. Students can earn 1 to 3 credits.

Visit Kevin McCloskey's faculty Web page for travel dates and further details:   http://faculty.kutztown.edu/mccloske/

The Social Welfare Club will be having its first meeting of the New Year today in Old Main 140. Refreshment will be served! For more information, please contact the Social Welfare Club at socialwelfare@kutztown.edu.

The KU Philosophy Club will meet Thursday, Jan. 28, 11 a.m. in DeFrancesco 207.  Milo Crimi will be speaking on: "Epistemic Failure"

        Vadim Fedorovsky, president   Allan Bäck, advisor

The first show of the semester is going up in the gallery tonight! Spring 2010 is getting started with a really great show in the Student Union Art Gallery. We are currently showing "Welcome to Planet Sarajevo" featuring prints and mixed media work by Jessie Horning. The pieces are inspired by her recent trip to Sarajevo. There is a catered opening reception on Thursday, Jan. 28 from 7-8 p.m. The event is free and open to the public.

        Laura Leinbach, gallery coordinator, Student Union Art Gallery

Home Athletics Events

Wednesday, Jan. 27

Women’s Basketball vs. West Chester, 6 p.m., Keystone Hall

Men’s Basketball vs. West Chester, 8 p.m., Keystone Hall

Golden Bear Honors

Friday, Jan. 29

Women’s Bowling: KU Invitational at Heister Lanes, Reading, Noon

Saturday, Jan. 30

Women’s Bowling: KU Invitational at Heister Lanes, Reading, 9:30 a.m.

Women’s Swimming: vs. Millersville, Keystone Pool, 1:30 p.m.

Sunday Jan. 31

Women’s Bowling: KU Invitational at Heister Lanes, Reading, 8:30 a.m.

        Rob Knox, director, Sports Information

Kutztown invitational NCAA women's bowling tournament to be held January 29-31at Hiester Lanes, Reading, Pa. 28 teams will be present, including 15 of top 20 currently NCAA ranked teams. This is the largest event on the NCAA women's bowling schedule and the 2nd annual hosted by KU. Kutztown is currently ranked #9 in the nation.

Starting times each day for competition are noon on Friday, Jan. 29, 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 30, and 8:30 a.m., Sunday, Jan. 31. Admission is free and we would love to have the support of our home fans since we spend most of our competitions on the road.

On behalf of our student/athletes on the KU women's bowling team, we hope to see you all there!

Join Students in Free Enterprise (SIFE) for the next in their six Seeking Solutions Series on Wednesday, Feb. 3.  The Seeking Solutions Series program begins at noon with a luncheon.

The program continues at 2 p.m. with president and chief operating officer of New Century Bank, Richard Ehst.  He will be speaking on "Cash Flow and Capital in Recessionary Times."

At 3 p.m. professor of accounting and finance, Dr. CJ Rhoads, will present her research on "Surviving to Thrive: What is different about companies that flourish during recessions?"

At 4 p.m., a panel on "Funding capital and relieving the cash crunch: What's the answer?" with

               - Paul A Huck, CFO Air Products

               - Ed Barrett, CFO, VIST Financial

               - David Freschman, president, Innovation Ventures LP

               - Dick Ehst, president, New Century Bank

The day concludes with a networking reception until 6 p.m.

The cost for the lunch and panel is just $35.  The main speaker and reception is only $25. Or enjoy both for $50. Dr. Rhoads’ 3 p.m. research presentation is free and open to the public. 

For more information, please visit our Web site www.kutztown.edu/activities/clubs/SIFE/events.html or phone 610-683-4575. The deadline to register is Jan. 27.

        Heather Gillotti, vice president of PR, KU SIFE

Keep your promise and reach your goal! New Year's Resolution event Thursday, Jan. 28 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. in the McFarland Student Union Multipurpose room. The Campus Wellness Committee and Health Promotion Services have joined together to assist faculty, staff and students in keeping their New Year’s resolutions. There will be presentations, assessments, tips and prizes!

Loosen up with Wellness BINGO hosted by the KU Health Ambassadors from 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. and relax with student performances from 11 a.m.- noon.  Receive free health assessments: Link Chiropractic’s Wellness Assessment, blood pressure and BMI readings, and a fitness assessment. Sample healthy snacks from AVI and Good Eatz while you collect tips on healthy eating, work-outs, stress management, emergency preparedness, smoking cessation, and party tips from the President's Round Table.

Your questions on healthy living answered by The American Hear Association, American Diabetes Association, and Berks County Solid Waste Authority about recycling.

Win tickets that add up to really great prizes!  Faculty and staff have a chance to win a free membership to the Recreation Center. For more information, please call the Health and Wellness Center at ext. 3-4240.

        Frances C. Cortez Funk, director, Health Promotion Services

Faculty, did you know that you can request your equipment loans on-line from the AV Center?  Here is the link: http://www.kutztown.edu/academics/lt/avc/equipment_form.asp

        Thiep Pham, Coordinator AV Center

The Biology Department has recently been notified of the death of Ethel M. Hiester, mother of Dr. Ronald R. Rhein, chair and professor Emeritus of Biology.

The viewing will be held at Lutz Funeral Home Inc., 2100 Perkiomen Avenue, Mt. Penn on Friday, Jan. 29 from 10–11 a.m.  Services to follow at 11 a.m.  Interment is at Pleasant View Cemetery, Sinking Spring, PA.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Berks County Office of Aging or their Meals on Wheels program.  Both should be mailed to 633 Court Street, Reading, PA 19601.  For the Meals on Wheels, specify such on memo of check.

For online condolences please visit www.lutzfuneralhome.com

        Dr. Carol Mapes, Department of Biology

Join us as we celebrate the life of KaAnn M. Doerrman, equity manager, Office of Social Equity who passed away in late December.  A memorial service will be held this Wednesday, Jan. 27 at 4 p.m. in the Georgian Room, Old Main.

        Jesus A. Peña, Esq., associate vice president, Equity & Compliance