First African American Graduate Presented Kutztown University President's Medal
In 1950, Crenshaw became the first African American to graduate from the institution, earning a B.S. in education.
August 26, 2022
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In 1950, Crenshaw became the first African American to graduate from the institution, earning a B.S. in education.
August 26, 2022
Veterans Day holds special meaning for the Kutztown University community.
November 11, 2021
Keynote address and video from President Hawkinson's 2021 Opening Day Faculty and Staff Convocation and Celebration
August 27, 2021
Evan Santos ’23 has been named Kutztown University's newest additions to its Council of Trustees.
July 15, 2021
As the trial of Derek Chauvin, the ex-police officer accused of the murder of George Floyd, nears a conclusion, many members of the KU family are dealing with strong, mixed emotions.
April 20, 2021
The tragic events in Atlanta Tuesday, and the recent reports of hate crimes around our country against Asian Americans are disturbing and appalling.
March 18, 2021
In a message to Campus, President Hawkinson announced plans for in-person Spring 2021 commencement ceremonies.
March 03, 2021
December 23, 2020
November 20, 2020
As students return home later this month, I am strongly encouraging all students to limit unnecessary travel and close contacts (i.e., quarantine) for 14 days before traveling.
November 02, 2020
President Hawkinson outlines the calendar, preliminary plan and invites feedback for the 2021 spring semester.
October 12, 2020
September 10, 2020
KU is enhancing and/or initiating more than 100 action items to ensure diversity, equity and inclusion on our campus.
August 12, 2020
April 15, 2016
September 10, 2021, update from President Hawkinson on COVID-19 issues.
January 24, 2022, update and welcome from President Hawkinson.
President Hawkinson's message to campus community as the 2021-22 academic year comes to an end.
Keynote address and video from President Hawkinson's 2022 Opening Day Faculty and Staff Convocation and Celebration
President Hawkinson welcomes the KU Campus Community for the Spring 2023 semester.