KU junior Peter Koufalis was on-hand at CERN, the European nuclear research center near Geneva, Switzerland, for the big Higgs-boson announcement. The discovery is heralded as one of the most important scientific findings in modern times. Dubbed the "God particle," scientists believe it holds the key to explaining the origin of life in our universe. See the story at: http://readingeagle.com/article.aspx?id=399273





 THE DAILY BRIEF
Tuesday, July 17, 2012

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Ms. Kim Rhode, director of Facilities Campus and Business Services, will be out on medical leave for an undetermined period of time. Any get-well wishes can be directed to Facilities. I’m sure she would appreciate it. In terms of work, her normal duties are being shared by other managers. Please contact work control at x3-1594 or wcc@kutztown.edu, if you need help, and your query will be routed to the correct personnel. Thank you.
        R. Jeff Grimm, assistant vice president, Facilities

The Housing Application process is available. Please feel free to check our web site daily for updates on the availability of this process at http://www.kutztown.edu/divisions/studentservices/departments/hars/
        Apryle Carney, associate director, Housing & Residential Services

Apple Educational Pricing – As an employee or student of Kutztown University, you are eligible for an educational discount on Mac Computers. In addition to the savings, you can take advantage several back-to-school offers through September 21, 2012. For more information or assistance, contact the KU Student Bookstore's Technology Manager, Casey Moore, at x3-4009, or shop the Kutztown University Apple Store online.
        KU Student Bookstore

Please be advised of the following: In support of the Schaeffer Construction project, the following work will begin on Jul. 18, along Main Street: Bus shelter removal, selected replacement of sidewalks and curbs, new masonry piers, new bollards and chains, new plantings and bituminous milling and re-pavement at crosswalks.
        Terry D. Brown, director, Facilities Project Services

Summer 2012 programming continues in full force! In addition to all of our regular stellar programming (see "schedule" link for the full rundown), tune in on Wednesday, Jul. 18 during Mike Regensburger's show "Monsoon Mike's Community Jukebox" for a special interview with 1980s pop superstar Robbie Dupree. Robbie had two major hits in the 1980s ("Steal Away" & "Hot Rod Hearts"). Often considered a one or two-hit wonder, these terms couldn't be farther from the truth. Robbie has been as active as ever lately as can be seen from his website, and on this memorable interview with Monsoon Mike. Tune in for a truly special "Monsoon Mike's Community Jukebox" 1 to 4 p.m. Wednesday.
        Michael Regensburger, manager, KUR


ARAMARK
Kutztown Dining Summer Hours of Operation
Monday, Jul. 2 - Saturday, Jul. 28

Cub Cafe
Open 7:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.; closed weekends

South Side Cafe
Monday - Friday
Breakfast: 7- 9 a.m.
Lunch: 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Dinner: 4 - 5:30 p.m.

Saturday & Sunday
Brunch: 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Dinner: 4 - 5:30 p.m.

Visit www.kutztown.campusdish.com for all the info you need to know about Kutztown Dining! Please contact adams-nicole@aramark.com with any questions.

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

Summer Student Event! Please share the following information with your students taking summer classes: Aloha! Summer students are invited to enjoy some music and festive giveaways while enjoying FREE Dippin’ Dots on the MSU Lawn on Thursday, Jul. 19, noon - 2 p.m. Rain Location: MSU 218. This event is 100% funded by the summer student activity fee funds and serving the students needs to remain a priority. Should supplies allow, we will welcome KU faculty and staff to participate after 1 p.m. Thank you in advance for your understanding.
        Leah M. Cassellia, Office of Student Involvement

I am pleased to report that the Middle States Commission on Higher Education accepted Kutztown University’s 2012 monitoring report on June 28. Acceptance of the report depended strongly on the development and implementation of the assessment processes for institutional effectiveness and general education. Thanks to everyone who helped us make significant strides in these areas. We are now concentrating on the Periodic Review Report due to Middle States on June 1, 2013.
        F. Javier Cevallos, president


 The following camps/conferences will be on campus from 7/15 - 7/21:

7/15-18 AFBE Boys Team Camp Basketball
7/15-19 US Youth Soccer – Call Back Camp
7/15-18 KU Softball I
7/15-19 All-American Tennis I
7/15-19 KU Rugby
7/18-20 KU Softball II
7/19-22 AFBE Girls Team Camp Basketball
7/19-22 Sky Jumpers
7/19-22 KU PAEA Conference
7/20 Ride of Dreams

Please make them feel welcome on our campus. If you have any questions, please contact the Office of Conference Services at x3-1359. Thank you.
        Laura Jones, Conference Services