Dr. Laura Sherrod, geophysicist in the Physical Sciences
Department, was elected to be a vice president of the
Environmental and Engineering Geophysical Society!


The Daily Brief
Tuesday, April 19, 2011
Announcements
Do you have your ticket? Steve Allen's Meeting of Minds is on campus this Friday, Apr. 22. Come see Charles Darwin, Emily Dickinson, Attila the Hun, and Galileo Galilei perform in Schaeffer Auditorium. Tickets start at just $15 and are available at the MSU Info Desk.
The Department of Computer Science would like to invite the university community to the thesis presentation of Nelya Storozhyshina. Her thesis, titled “A Heuristic Concentration Solution Approach for the Set Covering Problem Using Row and Column Knowledge Functions” will be presented on Tuesday, Apr. 26, 11 a.m. in OM 280. Refreshments will follow the presentation.

 Congratulations to Dr. Laura Sherrod, geophysicist in the Physical Sciences Department, was elected to be a vice president of the Environmental & Engineering Geophysical Society (EEGS). The EEGS is a nationwide professional society for near-surface geophysicists. These scientists use noninvasive techniques to determine the strength of the ground before we build buildings/dams/bridges, as well as locate underground water resources and detect contamination in our aquifers.

Dr. Sherrod also presented the results of two research projects at the national Symposium on the Application of Geophysics to Engineering and Environmental Problems conference. The titles of those two projects are:
• Geophysical Investigations at a Potential Mass Grave Site in Bethlehem, PA
• Previous Excavations and Geophysical Discoveries at a Prehistoric Earthwork Site in Western Michigan
Please join the Honors Program in a celebration of the spoken Word: An Academic Event Celebrating Your Word, Our Voice. The Honors Symposium will be held in the MSU Alumni Auditorium, Wednesday, Apr. 20, from 2:30 - 8 p.m. and again on Thursday, Apr. 21, in MSU Multipurpose Room from 4:30 - 8 p.m. Come hear KU English faculty member Dr. Jonathon Imber Shaw as the Keynote speaker on Apr. 20 at 3 p.m. Support higher education and the KU Honors Program. Come and hear your students' voice.
        Johanna Forte, director, KU Honors Program
The Department of Political Science invites the KU community to congratulate this year’s inductees to the Rho Psi Chapter of Pi Sigma Alpha—the national honor society in political science. This year’s induction ceremony was held on Friday, Apr. 15. Shannan Hensinger was elected President and Jennifer Feldman, Vice President for the 2011-2012 academic year. Jhoselis Brioso, Kyle A. Dierolf, Jennifer Feldman, Yvonne Fonte, Susan K. Gernert, Michael Haring, Shannan V. Hensinger, Nargiza Jedwab, Jessica L. Kemmerer, James G. Kratovil IV, Michelle R. Lavin, Nichole C. Olsakovsky, Caitlin A. Osmun, Crystal A. Williams.

We also invite the KU community to congratulate this year’s departmental award winners. The Richard B. Close Undergraduate Award in Political Science, awarded to the student with junior status with the highest Q.P.A., has been awarded to Caitlyn McDevitt. The Joseph Peters/Albert Dixon Memorial Award, going to the graduating senior with the highest Q.P.A., was given to Donald Zeman. Award presentations were made during a reception on Friday, Apr. 15.
        Carol Dignazio, secretary, Political Science
As a part of KU’s commitment to the community, we will be hosting the Berks County Special Olympics on Wednesday, April 27. The F-1 parking Lot (behind Stratton Administration Center) and the F-4 Lot (between University Field and the old heating plant) will have limited access in an effort to accommodate the buses transporting the Special Olympics participants to University Field. Faculty and staff who normally park in F-1 or F-4 will have the option of parking in A-2 (near Beekey Education Building) and riding the shuttle to Stratton. The shuttle stop at lot A-2 will be clearly marked along College Boulevard. The shuttle will also run in the afternoon from 4 p.m. until 5:30 p.m. to return employees to the A-2 lot. The parking spots in F-1 closest to the Stratton Building (currently handicapped and 30-minute parking) will be reserved for KU employee handicapped parking and for daily business purposes only.

In addition, all Enterprise rental cars scheduled for Wednesday (4/27) pick-up will be relocated and can be picked up at the north campus location (Academic Forum). If you are dropping off cars on Tuesday (4/26), you may still drop them off at the south campus location (parking lot F-4). Any cars being returned on Wednesday (4/27) before 4:00 p.m. should be dropped off at the north campus location – any cars being dropped off after 4:00 p.m. can be returned to the south campus location.

We ask that all employees please be aware of the event date and plan accordingly. We truly appreciate your cooperation in helping our university support such a worthy cause. Any questions feel free to contact my office. Thanks again for your support.
        Terry L. Sitler, director, Conference Services
This Friday, Apr. 22, in addition to being "Good Friday" in some Christian circles is also "Earth Day 2011" across the country! And in celebration, KUR will be airing a special program entitled "The Water-Energy Crunch: A Powerful Puzzle" at 1 p.m.
 "The Water-Energy Crunch" is a clash of essential needs. Humans are thirsty creatures who need water to drink and bathe, but also to produce most forms of energy. No water, no energy, and nothing goes on. Literally. How we resolve the competition between water and energy needs is a defining issue of this century. "The Water-Energy Crunch" is a co-production of IEEE Spectrum Magazine and the National Science Foundation. Friday, April 22nd, (Earth Day), at 1 p.m. right here on the "Radio Voice of Kutztown University, KUR."
        Michael Regensburger, student development educator, Radio Services
The last show of the semester is on the Brick Wall and it is a great one! If you haven't gotten the chance yet, stop by the Brick Wall to check out the etchings and prints of Adam Toussaint. His show "Direction" will be on display from now until Apr. 28 with a catered opening reception on Thursday, Apr. 21 from 6-7 p.m.
        Alicia Bonilla-Puig and Elizabeth Emmett Gallery Coordinators
As the semester comes to a close, it will once again be time for the summer CONNECTIONS Involvement Fairs and we need your help, The Office for Student Involvement, along with CONNECTIONS, will be organizing an Involvement Fair held in the South Dining Hall during the new students’ first night on campus, during each of the nine Orientation cycles. The purpose of this fair is to expose students to organizations, campus activities, civic services, volunteer opportunities, and other programs and possibilities. As an incentive for attendance at the Involvement Fair, we would like to offer students the chance to receive door prizes.

We are looking to the Kutztown University community, as well as student organizations, to create a showcase of campus life. The nature of the event attracts freshmen and upperclassmen alike. We are extending an opportunity to the Kutztown University community to sponsor door prizes for each of the nine nights of the Involvement Fair.  KU apparel, Bear Bucks, local business gift certificates, and book store gift certificates are just some examples of door prizes for our new students. Your contribution would be greatly appreciated. We will be displaying “Today’s Door Prize" sponsored by (your name or department name) at each Involvement Fair.

If you are interested, please email Kristen Gallagher at kgallagh@live.kutztown.edu. Please indicate your department and door prize contribution. You can also feel free to contact me by phone x3-1383. Thank you for your time and consideration.  
        Kristen Snyder Gallagher, assistant director, Student Union & Involvement Services

Off-Campus Advisory Council Sponsors Annual CommUnity Block Party - The fourth annual CommUnity Block Party will be held noon-4 p.m., Sunday, May 1, on the 200 block of Main St., Kutztown.  For further information, please visit http://communityblockparty.blogspot.com

First Annual 5k Race and Family Fun Walk - Join the Off-Campus Advisory Council for the first annual 5k Race and Family Fun Walk in honor of Kyle Quinn, 10 a.m., Sunday, May 1 (before the Block Party). For further information, please visit http://communityblockparty.blogspot.com    
Tuesday Talk days here on KUR - At 2 p.m., listen in for James Kastle with "JKast," for the best in current affairs talk. At 3 p.m., Meghan Godorov is on with her award-winning "Town and Gown on Common Ground" program, this week sitting down with Lauren Kurtz from the Toastmasters. At 4 p.m., "The Show" airs, KUR's exclusive sports/talk variety show, detailing Golden Bears as well as regional and national sports. Then at 5 p.m., it's "Notas Latinas," for the best in Latino talk, news, and music!

Wednesdays - "Diversity Rest Stop" interview segment at 3:45 p.m. This week, we reflect back on the Chinese culture celebration held recently in the Multipurpose Room and sponsored by the Multicultural Center.
Friday - "Makin' Waves," KUR's own exclusive GLBTQ talk/music magazine show airs from 2 - 4 p.m.
        Michael Regensburger, Radio Services

ATHLETICS
Home Athletic Schedule 
 Thursday, April 21, Baseball vs. Adelphi, 3 p.m., North Campus Field 

Friday, April 22, Baseball vs. West Chester, 1 p.m., DH, North Campus Field 

Saturday, April 23, Women's Lacrosse vs. Georgian Court, 1 p.m., Keystone Field 

Congratulations to the KU men's tennis team for earning the No. 1 seed in the upcoming Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference playoffs. Kutztown will meet Mercyhurst Thursday afternoon beginning at 3 p.m. in a match to be held at Bloomsburg University. 

 Congratulations to the KU softball team for qualifying for the PSAC playoffs. The Golden Bears will open against Gannon on Thursday afternoon at a time and site to be determined. The site will not be known until late Tuesday evening pending the outcome of the Bloomsburg-IUP softball games.

In Case You Missed It:
 (Announcements and other information that have previously appeared in the Daily Brief.)


 On Friday, Kutztown University began its second year as sponsor of KU Academic All-Star Nights at the Reading Phillies. Students from regional elementary and middle schools are selected for the honor on a per-game basis by their administrations.  Prior to the game, the students get to meet select Reading Phillies players face-to-face in centerfield.  They also receive a KU lanyard and greetings from Avalanche, the Golden Bear mascot.  Sponsored by KU's Division of Advancement, upcoming Academic All-Star Nights are scheduled for April 29 and 30, and May 2, 3, 12, 24 and 25 at First Energy Stadium in Reading.


The following art education students will be teaching in the field on April 20, 12 - 4 p.m.: Stephanie Cook, Ashley Gibiser, Libby Sturges, Emily Shaffer, Alyssa Smoot, Michelle Heller.
        Carrie Nordlund, assistant professor, Art Education
The Kutztown University Council of Trustees meeting scheduled for Thursday, April 28 has been postponed to Tuesday, May 3, 2011 at 4:00 p.m. at the President’s Boardroom.
        Elsa G. Collins, Office of the President

The Community Outreach Center is sponsoring a "Tennis Jam" on Thursday, Apr. 21. from 4-6 p.m. This event is designed to give a group of 5th grade students from the Reading School District a taste of college first hand. If you are energetic and like working with kids, this event is for you. No tennis skills are required, just the ability to have fun and hang out with some great kids.

The students will be arriving on our campus around 4 p.m., followed by a brief tour of our beautiful campus, and then about an hour of interactive tennis and music, located on our tennis courts by Keystone Hall, (rain location, in the Keystone). If interested, please email Volunteer@kutztown.edu  or stop by the Community Outreach Center (MSU 281) located next to PSECU in MSU. Hope to see you there!
        Veronica Barandes-Lepore, volunteer programs coordinator, Community Outreach Center

The International Student Organization Annual Banquet will be held on Saturday, Apr. 23 in MSU Multipurpose Room. Please join us for this celebration of diversity, international food and entertainment. Doors will open at 5 p.m. and the program will begin at 5:30 p.m. Tickets are available in the Office of International Programs located in 204 Stratton - $5 if purchased in advance, $10 at the door.

If you would like more information about the banquet, please contact Anesah Akari at akari@kutztown.edu or x6-4256.
        Anesah Akari, advisor, International Students Organization
Veteran Resource Centers - How They Will Impact Your Campus and Your Community will be discussed in a webinar on Tuesday, Apr. 19, from 3 - 4:30 p.m. in MSU 312. Presenters are:  Dr. John Schupp, creator and National Director of the SERV (Supportive Education for the Returning Veteran) program and Roger P. Buck, Ph.D., retired U.S. Navy Veteran. Join us as we learn how to staff it, how to get the local veteran community to help run it, and most important, how to fund it. It will show the financial and human impact that these centers have on campuses and communities. The webinar is free, but seating is limited. If you will be attending, kindly RSVP to psabl910@live.kutztown.edu or 973-714-0925.
        Penelope M. Sablack, graduate coordinator, President's Roundtable on AOD
Please join us Wednesday, April 20 at 4:30 in MSU 250 for the 2011 Induction Ceremony of Iota Iota Iota, the National Women’s Studies Honorary. Please congratulate the following inductees: Samantha Berg, Christina Guzman, Shannon Magee, Theresa Nutter, Julie Stine, Caitlin Smith and Amie Terranova. Triota, derives its name from the Greek letter “Iota” to represent the three goddesses Inana, Ishtar, and Isis. Triota strives to maintain the feminist values central to Women's Studies: egalitarianism, inclusiveness, and a celebration of the diversity of women's experiences.

Kutztown University’s Department Of Speech Communication and Theatre presents the musical comedy - "The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee," Apr. 19 – 24 at the Rickenbach Theatre. Music and lyrics by William Finn, book by Rachel Sheinkin, conceived by Rebecca Feldman, directed by KU assistant professor Guy William Molnar.

This musical comedy tells the story of a spelling contest at the fictional Putnam Valley Middle School. Six quirky teens and four real audience members compete to see who can capture the top prize. With three odd-ball grown-ups running the spelling bee, it’s a recipe for laughter. Nominated for six Tony Awards, the songs, dances & improvisational comedy of Spelling Bee will keep you in S-T-I-T-C-H-E-S.
Shoofly Literary Magazine Launch - The 2011 issue of Shoofly Literary Magazine has arrived. Join us at the launch as Kutztown University students read original works of fiction, poetry, and drama published in this year’s issue. The launch will take place on Wednesday, Apr. 20, at 7 p.m. in MSU 250 (the Presidents’ Room). Copies of the magazine will be available free of charge and refreshments will be served.
        Jeffrey Voccola, assistant professor, English

99.9 The Hawk will be raffling off tickets to KU’s afternoon performance of Steve Allen’s Meeting of Minds. Be sure to listen to the Michaels and Layne Morning Show on 99.9 The Hawk for more details and your chance to win.

 Did you ever wonder what it would be like if Attila the Hun met Emily Dickinson? Steve Allen’s “Meeting of Minds” will be on campus Friday, April 22. Come see historical characters interact onstage, portrayed by some of your favorite actors. There will be a dress rehearsal held in Schaeffer Auditorium at 1 p.m. and the main performance (including a reception with the actors) will begin at 7 p.m. Tickets for the rehearsal are available at the MSU Info Desk. For tickets to the main performance, please contact Dr. Jim Ogden, deFrancesco 226,  x3-4596 or at docogden@ptd.net.

GLBTQ Resource Center is hosting movie nights in OM 4 as part of a series of Staff Pick Movie Nights for GLBTQ Awareness month. These events are open to students, faculty, staff, alumni and the public. For more information, please contact the GLBTQ Resource Center at x6-4111.
•April 19 - The Birdcage at 7 p.m.
•April 20 - To Wong Foo at 7 p.m.
Need an end of the year fundraising opportunity for your department, club, organization, or business? Want a study break? If so, then come to the Off Campus Advisory Council's CommUnity Block Party on Sunday, May 1 from 12 - 4 p.m. on the 200 Block of Main Street. For more information, please visit http://communityblockparty.blogspot.com. The cost to participate is $10 and the registration deadline is Apr. 19.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY ELIZABETH!