Announcements

At Friday's faculty shop talk, assistant professor of speech communication and theater, Dr. Joe Harasta, spoke to the group about

critical nature of town-gown relations as it related to a Philadelphia university and the neighborhoods around it.

The Daily Brief
Monday, October 24, 2011

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Graduate Commencement Speaker - Do you know a senior you think might be a perfect commencement speaker? Encourage him/her to apply - the application deadline is this Friday.

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 Kutztown University Council of Trustees will hold a regular meeting on Thursday, October 27 at 4 p.m. at the Stratton Administration Building, room 301.
        Elsa G. Collins, President’s Office

Fall Graduation Festival - KUSSI is sponsoring the Fall Graduation Festival today and tomorrow from 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. in the Multi-purpose Room, MSU. Please encourage all graduating seniors to attend this one-stop graduation shop. They will be able to purchase their caps & gowns at a special Graduation Festival price, receive graduation tickets, and visit with various campus departments and outside vendors who can assist them with a variety of needs associated with graduation. Students may stop by at their convenience. If you have any questions, please call Matt Lowther at x6-4338.
        Matt Lowther, student services coordinator, KUSSI

Please welcome, Dr. Anne Hiskes, candidate for the Dean of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences in an open meeting today at 11 a.m. in MSU, Room 250. Please visit the following link to access a copy of the candidates résumé: http://www.kutztown.edu/admin/acadaffairs/searches/lasdean.shtml.
        Al Pisciotta, chair, Search Committee

JOB OPENINGS: The following non-instructional vacancy is available on campus. This position is open for current employees only.
Groundskeeper/Laborer (0600222)
Facilities / Facilities Building
(Mo - Fr, 0700 to 1500, 1/2 hour lunch)
Internal applications are due on 10/28/2011
Please direct any questions or comments to AskHR or call x3-1353.
        Human Resources

Just a reminder that Zeta Tau Alpha is sponsoring the yogurt eating contest tomorrow, Oct. 25 at 11 a.m. on the MSU lawn to benefit breast cancer awareness and education. Anyone interested can email Lindsay Gohl at lgohl789@live.kutztown.edu.
        Barb Reitz, advisor, Zeta Tau Alpha

Congratulations to Lisa Frye, Department of Computer Science, for the completion of her PhD in Computer Science from Lehigh University. She successfully defended her dissertation "The Application on Ontology for Heterogeneous Multi-tier Networks in Network Management".
        Linda L. Day, chair, Computer Science

Highmark Blue Shield PPO members (covered by both PASSHE and PEBTF plans) who are over age 18 can obtain a flu shot at any Rite Aid pharmacy in Pennsylvania at no cost to themselves from October 1, 2011 through September 30, 2012. More detail regarding this arrangement as well as information for those non-Highmark Blue Shield PPO members can be found on H.R. website. As an added reminder: Healthy U participants (non-PEBTF) can enter the date of their flu shot into the Highmark website and be rewarded with 15 Healthy U points. The FOCUS document that addresses the flu shot/Healthy U opportunity can be found on the PASSHE Healthy U website.
        Jean E. Adam, benefits manager, Human Resources

The University Curriculum Committee (UCC) will meet on Thursday, Oct. 27, at 11 a.m., in MSU 312, to consider the curricular proposals on its October agenda, which can be found online at http://www.kutztown.edu/committees/ucc/agenda.html. Individuals and/or departments with proposals on the agenda are invited and encouraged to attend to answer any questions that may arise.
       R.S. Schaeffer, chair, University Curriculum Committee

Careers in Government - Did you know that there are literally thousands of federal and state internships and jobs available? Did you know that no matter what your major, the public sector offers numerous opportunities in numerous locations around the Commonwealth of PA and the country? Did you know that over 80% of federal positions are located outside of Washington, D.C.? Find out about available opportunities and how to apply for both internships & full-time positions. All majors are encouraged to attend. Each presentation is offered twice by Federal and State Representatives, so you may attend each session. Tue., Oct. 25, 11 a.m., MSU 250.
        Kerri Gardi, Director, Career Development Center

As part of the Homecoming celebrations, the Student Union Art Gallery and Brick Wall are showing "Peace, Love, and Kutztown," a juried photography show. Come out and see some great photos that KU students have submitted. They will be on display on the Brick Wall from now until Nov. 3. There is an opening reception for the public on Tuesday, Oct. 25 from 6-7 p.m. at the Brick Wall.
        Alicia Bonilla-Puig and Elizabeth Emmett Gallery Coordinators

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

John P. Schellenberg Award for Excellence in Teaching and Learning - Call for Nominations:

PURPOSE: This award was established by John P. Schellenberg, emeriti Professor of Physical Sciences, faculty, alumni, and friends to recognize an early career faculty member who has demonstrated outstanding work within the mission of the Center for the Enhancement of Teaching (CET).

ELIGIBILITY: To be eligible for the award, an individual must have been on the faculty full-time at least three but not more than seven years.
The recipient will be chosen based on the following three areas:
1) Pedagogy and Curriculum Innovation
2) Learning Technology Innovation
3) Assessment and/or Research on Learning

CURRENT AWARD: $750 check and a framed certificate. The award will be announced at the Faculty Recognition Ceremony on Nov. 30.
        Carole Wells, Vice Provost

ARAMARK

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.

Kutztown Dining wants to hear from you - Participate in a Focus Group and share your opinions about KU's Dining Services Program. Your feedback will be used as Kutztown Dining continues to improve their services to better serve the entire KU community. Please email Nicole Adams at adams-nicole@aramark.com if you want to sign up for one of the following focus groups: Tuesday, Oct. 25, noon - 1 p.m. or Wednesday, Oct. 26, 4-5 p.m.

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

Please help support student members of the Association of Childhood Education International and Kappa Delta Pi as they give back to the community this semester. Visit the “GIVING TREE” outside Beekey 210. Pick an ornament off the tree, purchase the item on the back of the ornament and bring it back to the red box next to the tree (Beekey 210). The items you donate will help the following organizations: Berks County Food Bank, Animals in Distress, People for People Inc. and School, Allentown Food Bank, Last Chance Ranch, Homeless Children's Initiative, Schuylkill County Pet Food Pantry, Berks Women in Crisis.

Please place your name and address on the back of the ornament, attach it to the donated item and place it in the donation box before Nov. 15. For every ornament you fill out/donate you will be placed in a drawing to win a gift card from a variety of businesses in Kutztown. Thank you for helping these education organizations give back to the community and help those in need.
        Dr. Bazley, Dr. Darrah and Dr. McMillan

The academic progress requirements for financial aid have changed. Once again this semester, the Financial Aid Office will be hosting sessions to educate students and any faculty and staff members who are involved with advising students in matters of enrollment. These sessions were held in the Fall 2010 and Spring 2011. If you weren’t able to attend last year or if you would like a refresher, you are encouraged to attend. Please mention these dates and times to your students.
Monday, Oct. 24, at 3 p.m. in AF 201
Tuesday, Oct. 25, at 11 a.m. in AF 200
Wednesday, Oct. 26, at 5 p.m. in AF 200
Thursday, Oct. 27, at 11 a.m. in AF 200
        Lisa Schroeder, assistant director, Financial Aid Services

Congratulations to the 2011 KU Homecoming Court:
Women: Tiffany Bates, Amanda Coletta, Angela DiPaolo, Meghan Farnan, Brittney O’Keefe, Caitlin Smith, Meghan Sovine, Runners Up: Elaina Cengeri and Crystal Corby
Men: William “Harrison” Engle, Matthew Green, Christopher Kimmel, Nicholas Nucito, Ryan Paynton, Cameo Pritchett, Perry Schwartz, Runners Up: Mike Fediw and Ronald Nase, Jr.
Students will vote for King and Queen via email invitation from Tuesday, Nov. 1 at 10 a.m. until Wednesday, Nov. 2 at 2 p.m. The King and Queen will be crowned at the Homecoming pep rally on Friday, Nov. 4, at 9 p.m. in the O’Pake Field House.
        Leah M. Cassellia, Office of Student Involvement

The university received notice of the passing of Kutztown University professor emeritus, Dr. Arnold Newman. Professor Newman was a member of the English department from 1967-2001, department chair of the department from 1979-1993 and “was well-known for encouraging students and faculty to recognize the interdisciplinary nature of academics.” Dr. Newman’s funeral services are set for tomorrow. Please see his obituary for more details by clicking here: http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/readingeagle/obituary.aspx?n=arnold-newman&pid=154198873

Keep KUR as your early autumn soundtrack - On Tuesday, Oct. 25, 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. Mike often has interesting and surprise guests, so make sure you're a fan of our Facebook so you can get late-breaking updates on special interviews on "Kutztown Live." 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

Monsoon Mike is at it again! Here the latest MM with his weather prognostications! Check out the Weather Balloon video:
http://www.youtube.com/user/KutztownUniversity?feature=mhee#p/u/0/3kW9r7z6guo

Road Trip Nation - Not sure what you want to do with the rest of your life? Feel like you’re living someone else’s dream? Drop by to meet the RTN staff who are parking their green RV on the KU Library lawn! The Roadtrip Nation Campus Tour visits colleges across the country, inspiring students to define their own roads in life. Visit the Green RV and find out how to get involved in the Roadtrip Nation Movement; whether it'd be through hitting the road on an Indie Roadtrip, watching the latest footage of people who have followed their passions in life or simply experiencing firsthand the Roadtrip Nation philosophy that empowers people to find the open road. Mon., Oct. 24, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., on the MSU lawn.

Lehigh Valley Law School Fair - If law school is in your future, make sure to attend this informational fair. Representatives from law schools travel to the Lehigh Valley to share information regarding their programs, schools and application procedures. This is a wonderful opportunity to have your questions answered in order to make the best decision for you. Mon., Oct. 24, 3-6:00 pm, Muhlenberg College
        Kerri Gardi, Director, Career Development Center

Ready for Halloween? Come to the Downtown Trick-or-Treat on Wed., Oct. 26, 6 - 8 p.m. Join KCP and OCAC for a night of trick-or-treating and games. To sign up, come to the Community Outreach Center at 281 MSU or email OCAC at ocac@kutztown.edu.

ELIZABETH!