Bear Essentials
April 30, 2025
Philip Cavalier Named President of Kutztown University
PASSHE's Board of Governors unanimously selected Philip Cavalier, Ph.D., to be the next president of Kutztown University following a nationwide search. Dr. Cavalier will begin his appointment July 6, 2025.
APSCUF/APSCURF Scholarship Deadline Extended - Deadline Extended to May 2 - Four scholarships (two $500, two $350) are available to undergraduate students returning to KU for Fall 2025. See flyer at the link.
Employee of the Month - Acknowledge our staff on campus who have gone above and beyond supporting KU's mission. Submit an Employee of the Month nomination today!
Events
Wed. April 30
Career Readiness: What Employers Want Workshop - 2 p.m. Employers want you to have soft skills. What are soft skills? Communication, professionalism, critical thinking and many more. Via Zoom
Break the Silence - Free community event supporting those impacted by sexual trauma. Join a safe space to experience a healing journey with your own narrative.
Bearfest 46: Kickoff Night - 3-9 p.m. on the DMZ. Featuring a foam slide, a Bearfest dunk tank, line dancing, a walking taco stand, and more!
Thu. May 1
Shoofly Literary Magazine 2025 Launch Party - Grab a new edition of 2025 Shoofly, hear authors read their published work, and eat pizza. 7-9 p.m. in MSU 250.
Shred Your Insecurities - Noon-2 p.m. at MSU "A." Protect your mind! Write down your insecurities or stressors and shred them!
Open Hour with Provost - 2:30 p.m. in MSU, Bears Den. Students are invited to drop by and chat with the Provost, Dr. Lorin Basden Arnold, during her open office hour.
Butterfly Garden - Relax in a serene butterfly garden. Sit and watch free-flying butterflies, and feed them nectar! 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. on the MSU Lawn.
Internship & Job Search Strategies Workshop - 11 a.m. Discover the ways to find jobs and internships as well as learning the art of networking and tips to locate "hidden" jobs! Via Zoom.
Choosing a Major Workshop - 11 a.m. Explore myths and facts about majors and careers and how you can narrow down options to make the best decision for your future! Via Zoom.
CVPA Faculty First Thursday - Refreshments from 10:30-11 a.m. Presentation and Q&A from 11-11:50 a.m.
Bearfest 46: Picnic Day - 3:30 p.m. on the DMZ. Featuring a rage room, yard games, tie-dying, t-shirt giveaways, cactus planting, RHA dunk tank, Drag Bingo at 7:30 p.m., and more!
Keith Haring Day Fitness Clinic - 11 a.m.-noon, Keith Haring Fitness Court. Keith Haring Day marks a celebration surrounding Haring’s birthday, May 4. The goal is to bring awareness to Haring, the Fitness Court and provide the community with exercise leadership.
Fri. May 2
Baseball vs. Shippensburg - Doubleheader: 1 and 3:30 p.m. at North Campus Field.
Bearfest 46: Casino Night - 6:30 p.m. on the DMZ. Learn to play classics like Beat the Dealer, Roulette, Blackjack, and Texas Hold 'Em. Prizes will be drawn at 9 p.m.
Sat. May 3
Bearfest 46: Community Day - 11:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. Featuring inflatables, an obstacle course, food trucks, yard games, and more!
Sun. May 4
Kutztown University Orchestra Concert - Come out for an evening with wonderful music featuring piano soloists and the KU Choir! 4 p.m. in Schaeffer Auditorium.
Mon. May 5
Mobile Mammograms - This opportunity is for insured and uninsured women over 40, students, staff, faculty, and community members. Call 888-402-5846 for an appointment.
Clay Club Spring Sale - 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., MSU Table D. Find a beautiful original work of art made by current ceramics students.
Wed. May 7
Laser Light Shows - Starting at 6 p.m. there will be three back-to-back laser light shows in the KU Planetarium: The Beatles, Vinyl (classic rock), and Dark Side of the Moon.
Last Day for Tutoring - The last day for tutoring this semester is Wed. May 7.