A conversation with Markus Zusak, New York Times best-selling author of The Book Thief, is this Tuesday morning at 11 a.m. in Schaeffer Auditorium.

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The Daily Brief
Friday, October 14, 2011
ANNOUNCEMENTS


Off The Beaten Path: Join the Majore Trio tonight, for a recital of undeservedly neglected piano trios, including a toe-tapping set of Spanish dances by Ferdinand Arbos. Faculty cellist Marie-Aline Cadieux is joined by violinist Johannes Dietrich and Pianist Rebecca Butler at 7:30 p.m. in the Georgian Room. The recital is free and open to the public.
        Marie-Aline Cadieux, professor, Music Department
A Discussion with Lenin Agudo - Please join Lenin Agudo who was recently named a "Rising Star" by the Greater Reading Chamber of Commerce and is from the Latino Business Resource Center. The program will be on Tuesday Oct. 18, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Multicultural Center, room 104. He will be facilitating a discussion called "What Role does Race Play in the Lives of Latinos?" Students, staff and faculty are all invited. Light refreshment will be provided.
        Jeann Cengeri, Multicultural Center
Fall Fun w/ ACE - tonight in South Dining Hall from 10 p.m.- 12 a.m. Fall games, pumpkin decorating, etc., and free pizza and wings!
The Math Club will be meeting Tuesday, Oct. 18 at 11 a.m. in Lytle 218. Clinton Watton will be speaking on his summer REU.
    Eric Landquist, co-adviser
Purchasing – SAP and ESS will be unavailable starting at noon today until Monday morning for maintenance. Please contact the Purchasing Department with any urgent needs.
German Students Organization (GSO) will welcome German performance artist Bridge Markland as she presents "Faust in the Box." on Oct. 19, at 7 p.m. in the Georgian Room of OM. Tickets are $5 for students (including local high school), and $8 for faculty/staff and adults. Follow this link for more information on the show (description, reviews, etc.), https://kud2l.kutztown.edu/pages/personal/6569/Faust%20in%20the%20Box%20General%20Information.doc
        Lynn Marie Kutch, assistant professor, Department of Modern Language Studies
Award-winning author Markus Zusak will be at KU on Tuesday, Oct. 18. He will be speaking with the Class of 2015 community in Schaeffer Auditorium at 11 a.m.; and then, he will be addressing select upper-level classes in Schaeffer Auditorium at 3 p.m. There will be a book-signing and reception in the Schaeffer Auditorium Lobby at 4:30-6:30 p.m.; the KU Bookstore will be on-site to sell books, too. The KU community is welcome to attend these events. Please contact the CLAS Dean’s Office x3-4305 for information.
        Dawn Slack, interim associate dean, College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
Senior Class Undergraduate Commencement Speaker - Application Deadline: Friday, October 28. Applications will be accepted from graduating seniors cleared to walk at the fall 2011 Commencement ceremony. In order to be considered for this distinction, a candidate must meet the following minimum requirements:
-have a minimum grade point average of 3.0 entering the fall 2011 semester,
-demonstrate service to the university community and demonstrate a record of good university citizenship and cooperation (Presence of these qualities shall be demonstrated in the application process and letters of recommendation.),
-demonstrate evidence of meaningful co-curricular involvement, and
-be in good disciplinary standing.
In addition, each candidate must submit a completed application available at: http://www.kutztown.edu/commencement/speakers/index.aspx?navigation=speaker.  Finalists will be chosen to participate in an interview process to determine the candidate of choice who will be expected to provide a brief address (approximately 3-5 minutes) at the fall 2011 Commencement ceremony.
        Andrea Kirshman, asst. vice provost, Academic & Student Affairs
Graduate Commencement Speaker - Application Deadline: Friday, October 28, 2011. Applications will be accepted from graduating masters students cleared to walk at the fall 2011 Commencement ceremony. In order to be considered for this distinction, a candidate must meet the following minimum requirements:
-have a minimum grade point average of 3.5 entering the fall 2011 semester
-demonstrate service to the university community and demonstrate a record of good university citizenship and cooperation (Presence of these qualities shall be demonstrated in the application process and letters of recommendation.)
-be in good disciplinary standing
In addition, each candidate must submit a completed application available at: http://www.kutztown.edu/commencement/speakers/index.aspx?navigation=speaker. Finalists will be chosen to participate in an interview process to determine the candidate of choice who will be expected to provide a brief address (approximately 3-5 minutes) at the fall 2011 Commencement ceremony.
        Andrea Kirshman, asst. vice provost, Academic & Student Affairs
The Secondary Education Department announces that the fall Comprehensive Examination for the Master of Education in Secondary Education has been scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 12 at 9:15 a.m. in 23 Rohrbach Library. Students wishing to take the examination should contact the Secondary Education Office, 226 Beekey at x3-4259.T.
        M. Stahler, Chair, Secondary Education Department
Faculty and staff: Phi Kappa Phi is an interdisciplinary international academic honorary established in 1897. The Kutztown University chapter is extending a self-nomination invitation to faculty and staff who have completed a bachelor’s degree with honors and are seeking university service opportunities. This invitation includes persons who previously were inducted into any chapter of Phi Kappa Phi or Phi Beta Kappa. Additional information about the organization may be viewed at www.phikappaphi.org. If interested, please contact Drs. Joe Chuk (chuk@kutztown.edu), Elaine Reed (reed@kutztown.edu), or Brian Wlazelek (wlazelek@kutztown.edu) by Oct. 27.
        Elaine Reed, president, Phi Kappa Phi

Please excuse the following students from class today. They will be meeting at 11:30 a.m. to depart for a mandatory weekend field trip to Wallops Island, VA in association with BIO/MAR 320 Physiological Ecology of Animals.
Borden, Kimberly M; Anastasio, Amanda E; Baier, Laura A; Bernhard, Melissa C; Butts, Xavier Z; Doyle, Katelyn A; Eaton, Amanda L; Elliott, Monica M; Flamisch, Ashlee; Giambrone, Mark A; Goodwin, Matthew K; Harne, Emily H; Roy, Debhuti; Rushmore, Margaret E; Santiago, Samantha N; Schwartz, Aaron D; Snyder, Katlyn M; Stetz, Alexis L; Stroh, Samantha A; Ziegler, Jessica L.
        Wendy Ryan, professor, Biology

Keep KUR as your early autumn soundtrack - On Sunday, Oct. 16, tune in for "Free Speech Radio" at 10:30 a.m., "Classical Guitar Alive" at 11 a.m., and "The Don Giovanni Show" from noon to 2 p.m. That's followed by "Anything Goes" (Swing/Big Band/Old-Time Jazz) at 2 p.m., "Fifty One Percent" (Women's Talk) at 3 p.m., and "This Way Out" at 3:30 p.m.

On Tuesday, Oct. 4, it's our "Tuesday Talk " segment of five hours of public access/community talk kicking off with "Kutztown Live" at 2 p.m. with host "Monsoon" Mike R. Then stay tuned at 3 p.m. for "The Dan Donahue Show," "The KU Car Show" at 4 p.m., "Notas Latinas" at 5 p.m., and "Documentation" at 6 p.m.

All of this in addition to all the new great student/staff specialty shows the full schedule of which can be found by clicking on the "Schedule" link on our webpage near the top.
        Michael Regensburger, KUR Radio

The Search Committee for the Dean of the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences invites the campus community to attend the Open Forums that are being held from 11 a.m. to noon for the candidates for this position:

Candidate Date Place
Dr. Roger Byrne - Monday, October 17, MSU 250
Dr. Dennis Rome - Wednesday, October 19, MSU 250
Dr. Anne Hiskes - Monday, October 24, MSU 250
Dr. Scott Wood - Tuesday, October 25, AF 201
Dr. Anne Zayaitz - Thursday, October 27, AF 201

Your input on this important search is valued and appreciated. Please visit the following link to access a copy of each candidates’ résumé: http://www.kutztown.edu/admin/acadaffairs/searches/lasdean.shtml
        Dr. Al Pisciotta, Chair, Search Committee
      
 
The University Writing Center now has new hours to accommodate more students, so please share this information with your classes and encourage them to seek out our assistance in Old Main 132 for their writing projects. UWC New Hours (beginning Oct. 11): M-TH 9-5, Fri 10-4, Mon and Wed evenings 6-9 p.m.
        Amanda Morris, Ph.D., assistant professor of Multiethnic Rhetorics and Director of the University Writing Center


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Also this week, you can enjoy different apple varieties, apple desserts, apple cider and more during Apple Festival at South Side Cafe Oct. 10-16. 

 Don't forget, Viewpoints options now include all menu items from South Side Cafe, including Chef Dan's Table. Pay only $5 for lunch at Viewpoints if you pay with Dining Dollars! Email foodcontract@kutztown.edu with any questions.

In Case You Missed It:
 (Announcements and other information that have previously appeared in the Daily Brief.)
Advisors - The section of SPE010 dedicated to students fearful of public speaking is SPE010-050; MWF at noon. The course appears "closed" in MyKU, but IS NOT. Interested students need to come see Dr. Ron Grapsy in Rickenbach 235 for a brief meeting to fill out some forms to be enrolled in the section. Please advise all students who have yet to fulfill this general education requirement. Thank you!
        Ron Grapsy, assistant professor, Speech and Theatre Dept


 America Reads event on Oct. 22 from 10 a.m.- 12 p.m. in MSU 281 - Free food, prizes, and every child leaves with a free book. Kids costume swap. For more details, please email americareads@kutztown.edu or call x3-4065.
        Leyna Belinsky, coordinator, America Reads


The Borough of Kutztown will hold its council meeting at Kutztown University this month. Council members and Kutztown University’s Student Ambassadors to the Borough Council, Christian Keebler and Nikki Rohrbaugh, will meet on Tuesday, October 18, 2011 at 7:30 p.m. in MSU 250. The meeting, which is open to the public, is a wonderful opportunity to observe local government in action. All students are welcome; Public Administration and Political Science majors are sure to benefit from this experience and are encouraged to attend.
        Susan L. Mangold, student service coordinator, Academic & Student Affairs
Would a dog training lesson benefit you and your four-legged best friend? If yes, please take advantage of Obedience Practicum II of the Canine Training & Management Program when our current students will work with you and your dog. Professional canine behavior consultant, Susan Bulanda, oversees the session so this is a nice opportunity to get help and valuable tips with any training and behavior issues you wish to address. Date: Sat., Nov. 12 Location: parking lot behind Rickenbach, starting at 9:30 a.m. For further details, please contact the Career Development Center, Professional & Workforce Services at x3-1382.
        Linda Friscia-Oppé, Career Development Center
This week's MSU Movie Series film is Transformers 3 which will be shown in the MSU Alumni Auditorium on Thursday and Friday at 8 p.m and Saturday and Sunday at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. Admission is free! Check out the MSU movie website for more information. http://www.kutztown.edu/divisions/studentservices/departments/msub/programs/submovies.asp
        John Alfrero, coordinator, Technical Services
Love Your Body Day (LYBD) at Kutztown University will be held on Oct. 18, MSU multipurpose room 218, from 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. The LYBD schedule of events is as follows:
•11-11:30 a.m. - Yogalates with the Yoga House
•Noon-1:30 p.m. - Movie: Miss Representation
•1:30-2 p.m. - One Test, One Truth by Teresa Nutter
•2-2:30 p.m. - Yogalates with the Yoga House
•3-3:30 p.m. - Documentary: Redefining Liberation
•3:30-4:30 p.m. - Zumba with Melanie Chester
Love Your Body Day is a nation-wide event created by the National Organization for Women (NOW) to help improve women’s body images.For more information about NOW, visit their website: http://loveyourbody.nowfoundation.org/. For more information about this event, contact the KU Women’s Center at x3-4655 or email womenscenter@kutztown.edu.
        Chelsea Brink, writing intern, Women's Center
       
Noam Chomsky’s Upcoming Lecture at Kutztown University - Professor Noam Chomsky, a leading philosopher, linguist, and political activist of the past 50 years, is coming to the Philosophy Department at Kutztown University on November 21st to help inaugurate a yearly Lecture Series celebrating UNESCO World Philosophy Day. This day is celebrated to promote understanding among cultures around the world. Professor Chomsky will speak on “The United States and the United Nations.” His lecture will address issues pertaining to global understanding and is expected to critique the current state of affairs and suggest ways for improving global relations.

The central idea behind the celebration of World Philosophy Day is to use philosophical thinking to bring nations and cultures of the world into a more harmonious and respectful co-existence. The Philosophy Department and the entire KU community take it as their responsibility to educate students as citizens of the “global village” that our world has become. This calls for values of mutual acceptance, kindness, non-discrimination, love, and knowledgeable service to humanity everywhere. Chomsky’s philosophical journey, spread over more than half a century, embodies these values. It is fitting that he will deliver the inaugural lecture.

Students, KU faculty and staff, as well the larger community, are welcome to this once in a lifetime opportunity of hearing a world leader of philosophical thought in our times. Prof. Chomsky’s lecture will be delivered at 6:30 p.m. in Schaeffer Auditorium on the campus of Kutztown University. Beginning Wednesday, October 12 free tickets to the event are available on campus at the front desk of the McFarland Student Union. (Reservations for groups-only can be made through KUPresents! at 610-683-4092.) Please see the KU Philosophy Department website for further updates: http://www.kutztown.edu/academics/liberal_arts/philosophy/. 

We are grateful to the Kutztown University Foundation and Office of the Dean, College of Liberal Arts & Sciences for supporting the event.
        Dr. M. Ashraf Adeel, Department of Philosophy

The Majore Trio, comprised of KU music department cellist Marie-Aline Cadieux, violinist Johannes Dietrich, and pianist Rebecca Butler, will perform a program of undeservedly neglected chamber music for piano trio by composers Enrique Arbos, Charles Stanford, Johann Hummel, and Joaquin Turina on Friday, October 14 at 7:30 PM in the Georgian Room of Old Main. The concert is free and open to the public.
        Christine Quinter, secretary, Music Department
Basket BINGO - Featuring Longaberger Baskets, Vera Bradley Bags and Sorrelli Jewelry. Sponsored by Kutztown Field Hockey & Women’s Lacrosse on Sunday, Oct. 16 at 12 p.m. at Kutztown Fair Grounds--Beltzner Hall. $20 for 60 Bingo Cards. We would love to see you there. Any questions, please contact Christina Fried, assistant Field Hockey & Lacrosse Coach at Fried@kutztown.edu.
        Christina Fried, assistant coach, Field Hockey & Women's Lacrosse

AFSCME 2234 Members: Please join us for the October meeting, Monday, Oct. 17, 7 p.m. at Janelle’s Restaurant and Catering Hall, 360 Fleetwood Rd., Bowers.

The Career Development Center, is seeking interested faculty to offer customized training through our unit, Professional & Workforce Services. Customized training is defined as noncredit, off-campus sessions (non-traditional coursework), primarily in the business sector of manufacturing. The objective of our customized training programs is to satisfy the potential needs of our regional WEDnet clients. Training events take place at the company, according to the employees’ schedule. In collaboration with Millersville University, beginning in 2012, KU will offer professional noncredit certificate programs in the following:
• Supply Chain & Production Management
• Project Management
• Business Analyst
• Public Manager
These training programs will be held at the Dixon University Center in Harrisburg during the work week. If you would like further details, kindly contact me. The APSCUF Collective Bargaining Agreement requires a three-day notice period. I am asking that you respond by no later than 4 p.m. on Monday, October 17. In advance, thank you for your support.
        Linda Friscia-Oppé, Career Development Center
Waiting for Superman --- The fate of our country won't be determined on a battlefield, it will be determined in the classroom. Sponsored by the KU Dept. of Secondary Education, all education majors are encouraged to join us for a screening of this incredible film that addresses education in America today and where the future may lead. Monday, Oct., 17 at 6 p.m. in Alumni Auditorium, MSU. For more information, please visit http://www.waitingforsuperman.com/action/
        Regina Iannello, graduate assistant, Department of Secondary Education
       

Kutztown University Faculty Research Award. The KU Faculty Research Award, inaugurated in 2004 through a gift from Dr. Carlson R. Chambliss, is meant to recognize the very highest achievement in research and scholarship and can be awarded only once in a person’s career. Each year, up to two awards can be given. Last year, the awardees were Professor Matthew Daub of the Department of Fine Arts, and Dr. Patricia Kelleher of the Department of History. Each award includes a gold medal engraved with the awardee’s name, a certificate of recognition, and a cash prize of $250. The awards are made at the Faculty Recognition Ceremony. Please note that there is the expectation that each awardee will present a lecture on some aspect of his or her work the following spring or fall. Please send a nomination letter and a curriculum vitae for the nominee to Carole Wells, chair, Chambliss Faculty Research Award Committee, 319 Stratton Administration Center, by Oct. 28, 2011.
        Carole Wells, vice provost and dean of graduate studies

We have been informed that the SAP system will be down for routine maintenance on Friday Oct. 14, starting at noon. The systems should be available by 7 a.m. Monday morning Oct. 17. Please note this system outage also affects Employee Self Service, Manager Self Service and eTime.
        Human Resources

LGBT History Month Movie and Discussion –The documentary Stonewall Uprising will be shown on Oct. 17, at 6 p.m., in the GLBTQ Resource Center, OM 4. The documentary describes events that launched the world-wide LGBT civil rights movement. A discussion of the past, current and future of the gay civil rights movement will follow. Light refreshments will be served. For more information please contact the GLBTQ Resource Center at x6-4111.
         Mary J. Borst, clerk typist, GLBTQ Resource Center

ELIZABETH!