Congratulations to Professor Ed Simpson and his team of dinosaur investigators! His recent article regarding digging dinosaurs  has been picked up by several national and international media outlets including:

MSNBC, Smithsonian, the journal Geology, ABC Science Online, New Scientist, Discovery News, Live Science.com, Softpedia, The Hindu, Newstrack India, The Tehran Times and the BBC!

Here’s a link to the MSNBC story:   http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/38379715/ns/technology_and_science-science/ 

        Sean A. Dallas, University Relations

2010/2011 Tuition and Billing Information: As you may know, the 2010/2011 Tuition Rates have been set.  Student accounts are now updated on the mainframe.  Financial Aid information is being updated and on Tuesday we will begin mailing Fall 2010 bills to registered students.  The due date of this billing will be August 11.

Our website is updated to reflect the new tuition charts (fees per credit) and payment plan information as well as many other items of interest, such as the Golden Bear Debit Card.

www.kutztown.edu/admin/bursar

 If you have any questions please feel free to contact my office.

         Wendy A. Pursell, University Bursar

The following DVDs were added to the media library and are available in the AV Center:

The Linguists – (DVD 3002) The Linguists joins David Harrison and Gregory Anderson, scientists racing to document languages on the verge of extinction.  Their journey takes them deep into the heart of the cultures, knowledge, and communities at stake.

Post-traumatic Stress Disorder:  When the Memories Won’t go Away – (DVD 3001) After a traumatic shock, most people experience immediate symptoms of stress-and for some, the feelings do not fade away.  In this program, psychiatrist Cecile Rousseau, psychologist Deogratias Bagilishya, and other specialists in the field of emotional trauma discuss the causes, symptoms, and treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder.

Garbage Warrior – (DVD 3000) For 30 years New Mexico-based Reynolds and his green disciples have devoted their time to advancing the art of “earthship biotecture” by building self-sufficient, off-the-grid communities where design and function converge in eco-harmony.

Understanding Teen Depression – (DVD 3019) This film takes viewers on a journey through the lives of four teens dealing with depression.

Rachel’s Story – (DVD 3018) The film is a very honest portrayal of how drug misuse can have far reaching consequences for both the drug user and their close family and friends.

        Theodore Hickman, coordinator, AV Center

Hours for The Forum Food Court in the Academic Forum: The American Grill: Monday – Friday: 7:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.. The Italian Kitchen: Monday – Friday: 10:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

Viewpoints Menu: Southern fried chicken, spinach quiche, Lyonnaise potatoes, veggie medley. Soups of the day are chicken noodle and potato chowder.