Bear Essentials
April 20, 2022
Well-Being is Fire
The campus will be alive with activities throughout the day Wednesday. Check out the full schedule of events.
We Need You This Summer. Work or Volunteer - Kutztown Folk Festival July 2-10, 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. daily.
Attention all Seniors graduating this semester - Where are you headed? It’s time to complete your First Destination Career Outcomes Survey (just takes 5 minutes) by May 13. If you haven’t landed a job just yet, answer ‘Still Seeking.’ Complete your profile by May 1 to be entered to win one of several gift certificates. Log into Handshake, then go to Career Center, then First Destination.
Bearfest 43 - Join us for Bearfest 43 April 27-30 for four days of fun! For the full schedule and details, check out our instagram @KutztownBearfest.
Employee of the Month - Now is the time to submit nominations for the April 2022 Employee of the Month.
Events
Wed. April 20
Well-Being is Fire Event - Events occur throughout campus all day. Check out the schedule.
Open Hour with Provost - 1:30 p.m. in Old Main Concourse. Students are invited to drop by and chat with the Provost, Dr. Lorin Basden Arnold, during her open office hour.
KU Inspires Program Available - Join us for a celebration of research and creativity. Rohrbach Library and MSU 183. Also the Faculty Mentorship Award Ceremony.
Soft Skills: What Employers Want - 10 a.m. Employers want you to have soft skills. What are soft skills you ask? Communication, professionalism, critical thinking and many more. LC 135.
Career Development Mini-Workshop Marathon - 6 - 7:30 p.m. Successful Interviewing 6 p.m., Designing Your Career Path 6:30 p.m., Writing Your Resume & Cover Letter 7 p.m. via Zoom.
STD Screening at Health & Wellness Center - 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. Testing is free and confidential. No appointment necessary. KU ID, and face mask required.
So You Want to Start a Food Truck - This webinar will discuss the pros and cons of launching a mobile food enterprise, financial management and more. This event will be held from 8:30 - 9:30 a.m.
Creating Your Ideal Buyer Persona - This webinar will discuss why buyer personas are so important, how to create buyer personas, how to segment your buyers, and more. Time: 1 - 2:30 p.m.
Strategies to Build Your Business on LinkedIn - This webinar will discuss how to optimize your LinkedIn profile to boost business opportunities and much more. Time: noon - 1 p.m.
Men’s Tennis vs. PSU Berks - 3 p.m. at Keystone Courts.
Women's Lacrosse vs. East Stroudsburg - 5:30 p.m. at Keystone Field (Live Stats | Live Video)
Thirsty Thursday at Health & Wellness Center - 4 - 7 p.m. FREE drinks, Blood Pressure checks, body mass index measurements and pre-registration for Out of the Darkness Campus Walk.
Thu. April 21
LASER Light Shows - At 7 p.m. we are showing "Pink Floyd's Dark Side of the Moon LASER." At 8 p.m. we are showing "Pink Floyd's The Wall LASER." We have 3D glasses and a raffle.
Crocheting with Kim - Join KU Activities Board and Student Involvement for crochet lessons with Kim Johnson. Pick up a new hobby while hanging out with friends. Kits will be provided
Grill and Chill - Come out and join Assistant Resident Directors Izzy, Jalen, Tessa, Colin and Marissa at the '44 Grill Plaza by the basketball courts for food and a lesson by Prof. Emerick from 5-7 p.m.
Allies Pride Prom - A sweet, mysterious night! 7 p.m. in Old Main Georgian Room - Come as you are for a Candyland Masquerade-themed prom. A safe place for everyone to express themselves and experience prom.
Successful Interviewing - 11 a.m. Jobs are WON in interviews. Find out what you must do before, during, and after your interview. Gain an advantage over the competition. AF 101.
Salary Negotiation - 2 p.m. Learn how to begin your careers smartly, how to benchmark your worth, and how to negotiate for an equitable salary. Via Zoom.
Elder Care Workshop - Ann Barlett from the Berks County Area Agency on Aging will speak to faculty, staff and students in Boehm LH 260 at 11 am. - noon. RSVP to ronan@kutztown.edu.
Fri. April 22
Animal Crossing at Boxwood House - Join us at the LGBTQ+ Resource Center on Fridays at 4 p.m. in Boxwood house and meet new people and explore the multiplayer possibilities of Animal Crossing.
Women's Golf at PSAC Championships - 10 a.m. at Berkleigh Country Club.
Feminist Friday at Boxwood House - 2 to 3 p.m., Join the Women's Center and FMLA for Feminist Friday at Boxwood House.
It's On Us Weekly Meeting - Noon at Boxwood House.
Sat. April 23
Women's Golf at PSAC Championships - 10 a.m. at Berkleigh Country Club.
Baseball vs. East Stroudsburg (DH) - noon at North Campus Field (Live Stats)
Women's Lacrosse vs. Shippensburg - 1 p.m. at Keystone Field (Live Stats | Live Video)
Men's and Women's Tennis vs. Davis & Elkins - 2 p.m. at Keystone Courts.
Sun. April 24
8th Annual KU Out of the Darkness Walk - at the DMZ on campus starting at 3 p.m. Register your team at www.afsp.org.
Mon. April 25
Designing Your Career Path - 1 p.m. Learn to access the latest career info & resources and discover the value of career exploration in making informed career decisions Via Zoom.
Career Development Mini-Workshop Marathon - 2 - 3:30 p.m. Choosing A Major 2 p.m., Creating Your Personal Brand 2:30 p.m., Writing Your Resume & Cover Letter 3 p.m. Via Zoom.
Career Development Mini-Workshop Marathon - 6 - 7:30 p.m. Designing Your Career Path 6 p.m., Soft Skills 6:30 p.m., Internship & Job Search Strategies 7 p.m. Via Zoom.
Feminist Fun Night - 7-9 p.m. in MSU 116. Join FMLA for a night of movies, snacks and games. The new E-board will also be announced.
Personal Branding - This webinar will discuss how to effectively leverage your personal brand to build your business brand. Time: Noon - 1 p.m.
Tue. April 26
Lesbian Visibility Day - 2:30 - 5 p.m. in Alumni Plaza. Join the LGBTQ+ Resource Center for Conversation, Games, Snacks and pick up some resources. Rain Location = Old Main Concourse.
Writing Your Resume & Cover Letter - 11 a.m. Learn the basics on how to write your resume and cover letter to best market your skills and obtain that interview. Via Zoom.
Thinking About Graduate School? - 11 a.m. Heading to graduate school in the future? Learn how to ask the important questions and choose the right program for you & your future career. Via Zoom.
Career Development Mini-Workshop Marathon - 2 - 3:30 p.m. Choosing A Major 2 p.m., Creating Your Personal Brand 2:30 p.m., Writing Your Resume & Cover Letter 3 p.m. Via Zoom.
Wed. April 27
Open Hour with Provost - 3 p.m. at Starbucks in MSU. Students are invited to drop by and chat with the Provost, Dr. Lorin Basden Arnold, during her open office hour.
Soft Skills: What Employers Want - 2 p.m. Employers want you to have soft skills. What are soft skills you ask? Communication, professionalism, critical thinking and many more. Via Zoom.
Career Development Mini-Workshop Marathon - 2 3:30 p.m. Successful Interviewing 2 p.m., Internship & Job Search 2:30 p.m., Soft Skills 3 p.m. Via Zoom.
KU Student Success & Academic Excellence
Weekly Success Tip
STUDENT SUCCESS ACADEMIC ACTION PLAN
As finals approach, every student benefits from having an Academic Action Plan. Meet with a member of the Student Success team to develop your plan to succeed.