Announcements

THE DAILY BRIEF
Monday, September 17, 2012

ANNOUNCEMENTS

The Latino Caucus Reception last week was included in a story in the Reading Eagle - here's the story: http://readingeagle.com/article.aspx?id=414566

Supporting PASSHE Marching Bands

Leonard Pitts Jr. , an American commentator, journalist, novelist and a nationally-syndicated columnist and winner of the 2004 Pulitzer Prize for Commentary will be presenting at KU on Wednesday, Oct. 3, at 7 p.m. in Boehm145. The topic of discussion is “Alternate Realities: Political Discourse in a Facts-Optional Nation.” This presentation is a free, ticketed event. Tickets are available with a KU ID at the Student Union Information Desk.

Students are invited to talk with President Cevallos in an open meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 18, 11 a.m. to noon in AF201. Dr. Cevallos welcomes your thoughts, concerns and suggestions regarding Kutztown University.
Toyia S. Reed, Office of the President

Join the GLBTQ Resource Center for “Our House”, a stunning documentary focusing on the struggles faced by families with same-sex parents, on Wednesday, Sept. 26 at 6 p.m. in OM4. An open discussion about family life follows the film. For more information, please visit www.kutztown.edu/glbtqcenter.
Tawni Kramer, writing intern

National Constitution Day - Take a fascinating look at our nation’s history through the lens of KU faculty & students on Tuesday, Sept. 18 at 11 a.m. in MSU218. Come and enjoy the hour with interactive presentations, free cookies, cupcakes and prizes. The event is sponsored by ACE, History department, Elementary Education, KU Honors Program, and Office of student involvement.
Petritsa Chatzitziva, Office of Student Involvement/ACE advisor

Kutztown Area Toast Masters: Ever wished you could improve your communication skills and become a better speaker? To learn how KAT can help YOU, please visit our lobby tables on Sept. 18, 19, and 20 at MSU. Meetings are held the first and third Wednesday of every month, MSU312, at 5 p.m. For more information, please call x3-4028.
Jennifer Spencer, graduate assistant

The Kutztown University Council of Trustees will hold a regular meeting on Thursday, Sept. 20 at 4 p.m. at the Stratton301.
Elsa G. Collins, Office of the President

AFSCME 2234 members please join us for our next union meeting on Monday, Sept. 17, at Janelle’s Catering Hall in Topton at 7 p.m. Please plan to attend.
Chris Ferris, secretary, AFSCME 2234

Today is Monday Core Fitness - Back by popular demand… get ready to sweat! Monday Core Fitness Workshops with Anne, a certified personal trainer and independent team Beachbody coach every Monday in the Student Recreation Center Room 200 from 4:50-6 p.m. Workshops are open to the campus community and are sponsored by Health Promotion Services and the KU Health Ambassadors. They are free for student, staff, and faculty. All fitness levels are welcome to attend and space is on a first come basis. A collaborative initiative to reach Healthy Campus 2020 benchmarks at Kutztown University. For more information, please visit http://www.kutztown.edu/divisions/studentservices/departments/hwcs/education/index.aspx

Writing Your Resume & Cover Letter - Tue., Sept. 18, 11-11:50 a.m., MSU250 - What is the best way to arrange your resume and cover letter? Which topics should appear…and which ones should not appear? Find out the key parts of a well-written cover letter, including the “grab-their-attention” middle paragraph. These presentations discuss length, kinds of paper, general do’s and don’ts, and the different types and styles. Learn when and how to send these key marketing materials to obtain that interview!

Landing Your Federal Dream Job or Internship - Thur., Sept. 20, 3-4 p.m., Stratton113 - Webinar for students interested in finding and applying for federal internships and jobs! This session will highlight a number of exciting internships and jobs across government, and show you how to research, find, and apply for an internship or job that is right for you.

Test Prep for GRE, GMAT, LSAT, MCAT, (Pre-registration Required) - Sun, 10/7 (on your personal computer) – Sign-up at http://careers.kutztown.edu by 10/3 - Get ready for the GRE, GMAT, MCAT or LSAT. Take a practice test for FREE and receive a detailed score report to assist you in preparing for the real exam. Tests are taken online from your personal computer! Pre-registration required! Tests start at or after 2 p.m. depending on test. Length of tests will vary.

Job Search & Networking - Thur, 9/20, 11-11:50, MSU218 - Find out why a good resume isn’t all you need to land that job. This workshop will cover the Six Sure Steps to Success, the art of networking, and tips to locating those “hidden jobs” (it’s more than Monster or CareerBuilder!) Beginning the job search process can seem overwhelming…we’ll show you how to break it down into manageable tasks so you meet your goal….your career.
Kerri Gardi, director, Career Development Center

"Misa's Fugue" Film, Art Show, and Director's Question & Answer - The story of Frank Grunwald is one of a holocaust survivor who was able to persevere through years of persecution and oppression, through his love for music and art. The film was created through a collaboration of the students and staff of Fleetwood Area High School, who have worked tirelessly on this film to share the story of someone who experienced loss and suffering, and discovered himself and survived through his love for the arts. MSU 183, Alumni Auditorium, Sept. 18, 6 p.m. For more information and tickets, please contact mcandrew@kutztown.edu

ATHLETICS

Wednesday, Sept. 19
Women’s Tennis vs. Albright- 3 p.m.

Saturday, Sept. 22
Football vs. West Chester - 1:05 p.m. (University Field)

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

Kutztown University hosts Chris McDougall, author of national bestseller and KU Freshman Text, Born to Run, for an all-day event on Thursday, Sept. 20 in Boehm145. McDougall will give a presentation to freshmen at 11 a.m., work with a “Writing for PR” class at 3 p.m. and sign books at 4 p.m. Then, at 5 p.m., KU students and members of the community will join McDougall on a 5k “fun run” around campus.
College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

Thanks to a generous grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities and the American Library Association Kutztown University’s Rohrbach Library hosts Pride and Passion, a spectacular graphic exploration of Negro League baseball in Jim Crow America. Opening day festivities launch on Wednesday, Sept. 19, with a presentation at 7 p.m. in Room 100B of the library by Mr. Francis Morrison, who will discuss the impact black players had on Major League Baseball. See more information at: http://libguides.kutztown.edu/negroleagues. See the promotional flier at: http://www.kutztown.edu/news/brief/2012/September/PPsept19.pdf

Faculty Recital on Wednesday, Sept. 26, at 7:30 p.m. in Georgian Room, OM - Grammy Award winning guitarist David Cullen presents a musical tour of South America in this solo guitar recital. The Impressionistic preludes by Heitor Villa-Lobos ; Sambas and Bossa Novas by Antonio Carlos Jobim and Folk melodies from all over South America gathered by Jorge Cardoso are featured in this panoramic guitar program.

Kutztown University's Department of Music hosts its very first recital of the semester featuring German pianist Andreas Klein on Monday Sept. 17 at 7:30 p.m. in the Georgian Room of Old Main. Klein has distinguished himself as a dynamic and compelling performer with his command of a wide range of tonal colors and imaginative interpretations. Klein is a graduate of the Juilliard School and complemented his studies with the legendary Claudio Aarau and Nikita Magaloff. His career as an orchestra soloist and recitalist has also brought him to some of the world's most prestigious venues from London's Wigmore Hall, Berlin's Philharmonic Hall, New York's Carnegie Hall, Alice Tully Hall, and the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. He has also performed in Europe as well as Mexico and the Middle East.

Language Resource Day is this Thursday, Sept. 20, 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. in DeFran107 and 109. Learn about the LRC and our student resources. Have fun with languages and meet new people! Students can learn study techniques for language learning and academic success.

Wednesday, Sept. 19, is a big day at the Rohrbach Library, and we would love for you and your students to be a part of it! During the day (from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.), you and your students can participate in our pirate-themed open house event. Come celebrate Talk Like a Pirate Day while learning about the Library's collections and services. Student will collect 6 doubloons at the pirate stations around the library and use them to purchase a raffle ticket for a chance to win one of TWO $50 cash prizes, one of FOUR $25 gift cards to the campus book store, and various other prizes. If you would like to use this event for credit or extra credit in your class, tell your students to write your name and the course on back of their raffle ticket. We will compile the tickets by course after the drawing and give you a list of participants. Even if you aren’t using it for credit, please help us spread the word by announcing it in class. The flyer is available at: http://www.kutztown.edu/library/events/openhouse2012.pdf. Let me know if you have any questions.

That evening, 7-8:30 p.m., you and your students can return to the library to enjoy the opening reception of the Pride & Passion exhibit, which highlights the African American baseball experience. A LibGuide for this event can be found at: http://libguides.kutztown.edu/negroleagues. Two other events related to this exhibit will take place on Sept. 22 and either Oct. 23 or 25. Even if you can’t join us for the opening reception, please stop by the Library sometime between now and the end of October to see the exhibit. It will be located on the first floor near the coffee shop. For more information on the exhibit or reception, call x3-4766 or email vcc@kutztown.edu.
Karen J. Wanamaker, assistant professor, librarian, Rohrbach Library