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KU Rock Ensemble I Albums Now Available - The KU Rock Ensemble I released three different albums from three consecutive years (2018-2019, 2019-2020, & 2020-2021) on Thanksgiving.  The albums were performed and arranged entirely by KU Commercial Music students and recorded on campus in the KU Department of Music recording studio, and they are available on Spotify, Amazon Music, Apple Music, and other popular streaming services.

KUCC Early Acceptance Submissions - The Kutztown University Composition Conference committee is now seeking early acceptance student submissions. The conference theme is Composing Care.

Complete Student Experience Survey by Dec. 6 - We want to hear about your experiences before and during your time at KU. Complete the survey at https://forms.office.com/r/dB98jSCd8d.

Volunteers Needed for Operation Snowflake - The Outreach Center is looking for students to assist with shoveling during snow storms this winter. Shovels and salt provided. Sign up on GivePulse.

Host a Table at the Spring 2022 Involvement Fair - The Spring Involvement Fair will take place Feb. 3 from 4-7pm. Student organizations can sign up now until Fri. Jan. 28 at 4:30 p.m.

Attention Seniors Graduating This Semester - Where are you headed?  Complete your First Destination Career Outcomes Survey by Dec. 1 (only takes 5 minutes).  If you haven’t landed a job quite yet, answer "Still Seeking." Complete your profile and be entered to win a paw pass gift certificate. Log into Handshake, then go to Career Center, then First Destination (www.kutztown.edu/handshake).

Events

Wed. Dec. 1

Career Development Mini Workshop Marathon - 3-4:30 p.m. via Zoom. Successful Interviewing 3 p.m., Internship & Job Search 3:30 p.m., Thinking About Graduate School 4 p.m.

Open Hour with Provost - 1 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.

Wrestling - 7:30 p.m. vs. Seton Hill at Keystone Arena. (Live Video)

World AIDS Day - 10 a.m.-2 p.m. in the MSU. Raise awareness and honor World AIDS Day with BINGO and light refreshments. Free confidential HIV testing available.

Thu. Dec. 2

Surrendering To The Unexpected - 11 a.m. in LC 135 or via Zoom. Join the College of Visual and Performing Arts for this Faculty First Thursday Presentation with Assistant Professor Dannell Macilwraith.

ISO Squid Game - 5-8 p.m. in MSU 218. Check in at 4:30 p.m. $5 ticket to win up to $135. Play 5 games. Snacks provided. Dress code is white t-shirt. Invite your family and friends!

Free Flu Shot Clinic - 11 a.m.-1 p.m. in the MSU at Bear's Den near Starbucks. Free flu shots are available to all students while supplies last. KU ID is required.

Successful Interviewing - 11 a.m. via Zoom. Jobs are WON in interviews. Find out what you must do before, during, and after your interview to gain an advantage over the competition.

Using Social Media in Your Job Search - 2 p.m. via Zoom. Learn how to use LinkedIn and other social media sites to boost your career prospects.

Career Development Mini Workshop Marathon - 3-4:30 p.m via Zoom. Successful Interviewing 3 p.m., Internship & Job Search Strategies 3:30 p.m., Thinking About Graduate School 4 p.m.

KU Game Dev Club Kick-off Meeting - 5 p.m. in AF 101. Join us for our first KU Game Dev Club meeting. Free pizza and soda will be provided.

Fri. Dec. 3

Women’s Basketball - 5:30 p.m. vs. IUP at Keystone Arena. (Live Stats | Live Video)

Men’s Basketball - 7:30 p.m. vs. IUP at Keystone Arena. (Live Stats | Live Video)

Feminist Friday - 1:30 p.m. at Boxwood House. Join the Women's Center and FMLA for the last Feminist Friday meeting of the semester.

Career Development Mini Workshop Marathon - 3-4: 30 p.m. via Zoom. Successful Interviewing 3 p.m., Internship & Job Search Strategies 3:30 p.m., Thinking About Graduate School 4 p.m.

Sat. Dec. 4

Football - 12:05 p.m. vs. Shepherd. NCAA Quarterfinal Round at Andre Reed Stadium. First 500 KU students who reserve game tickets are free, courtesy of Student Involvement. (Live Stats | Live Video | Radio)

Women’s Basketball - 5:30 p.m. vs. Seton Hill at Keystone Arena. (Live Stats | Live Video)

Men’s Basketball - 7:30 p.m. vs. Seton Hill at Keystone Arena. (Live Stats | Live Video)

Mon. Dec. 6

President's Open Hour - Students are invited to stop by and visit with President Hawkinson during his open hour from 3:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m. in 303 Stratton Administration Center. President Hawkinson welcomes your thoughts, concerns and suggestions regarding KU. If you are planning to stop by, please call the Office of the President, 610-683-4101 to RSVP.

Clay Club Holiday Sale - 10 a.m.-2 p.m. in the Sharadin Lobby near Miller Gallery. Find special gifts made by our KU ceramics students. Includes functional and sculptural artwork.

Tue. Dec. 7

Free Flu Shot Clinic - 11 a.m.-2 p.m. in the Academic Forum near the Starbucks coffee counter. Free flu shots are available to all students while supplies last. KU ID is required.

Wed. Dec. 8

Give Blood, Give Life - 10 a.m.-5 p.m. in MSU 218. The Community Outreach Center is hosting a blood drive and is looking for donors.

Open Hour With Provost - 3 p.m. in MSU Starbucks. Students are invited to drop by and chat with the Provost, Dr. Lorin Basden Arnold, during her open office hour.