Bear Essentials
Feb. 11, 2026
President Town Hall for Students
Dr. Philip Cavalier, university president, will host two town halls this semester to engage with students. The first town hall for students is 7-8 p.m. Tue. Feb. 17, 183 MSU. Dr. Cavalier will open the meeting with a brief overview, followed by questions from the audience.
Mock Interview Mania - Spring 2026 - Complete 1 (30min) mock interview with a friendly and experienced employer volunteer. March 30 - April 3. Contact careerhelp@kutztown.edu with
Volunteer for Science Olympiad - A fun day to volunteer during Spring Break! Great for clubs, service hours and resume. No science background needed. Free T-shirt. Questions? Email midavis@kutztown.edu.
Drop-In Tutoring Labs - No Appointment Necessary. Labs available in Business, Computer Science, Math, and STEM.
Student Member of Pa. Board of Governors - Kutztown University is a member of the Pa. State System of Education. There are two student positions and the search is underway to identify the replacements. President Cavalier will nominate one student for the Board to consider. Applications can be submitted by email (reichertre@kutztown.edu) and are due Fri. March 6. Learn more here.
Student Survey – Students are invited to participate in a survey conducted by one of KU’s students. The survey is available Feb. 9-20 and titled, “Exploring Artificial Intelligence Use as Academic and Social Support Among College Students.”
SALUTE Veterans National Honors Society - We invite all students who qualify to apply for SALUTE membership! Click the link to explore membership benefits and apply today!
Mil-Vet Focus Studio - Need a quiet place to study? Take a test? Conduct a meeting? Click the link to learn more about how to use our focus studio!
Mil-Vet Scholarship Opportunities - The application window for various 2026-2027 Mil-Vet Scholarships has already opened! Click the link to explore and apply.
Nominate up to Three Phenomenal Women - Know of a phenomenal woman on campus? Nominate them here to be recognized at the Women's Center annual Phenomenal Women Awards!
Calling all performers! - Phenomenal Women Awards is looking for performers! If interested in highlighting women through song, prose, dance or writing sign up for a chance to perform!
Events
Wed. Feb. 11
Sweethearts and Self-Care - 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m., MSU Table B. Come make a valentine for yourself or others and strengthen your self-care!
Senior Kick-Off Workshop - 7 p.m., via Zoom. Receive info to find employment or grad school successfully. Walk away with the knowledge, resources and enthusiasm to finish strong at KU!
Women's Basketball vs Shippensburg - 5:30 p.m., Keystone Arena.
Men's Basketball vs Shippensburg - 7:30 p.m., Keystone Arena.
It's On Us Weekly Meeting - 3-4 p.m., Boxwood House. Join us for our weekly meeting. It’s On Us seeks to reframe the conversation surrounding sexual assault in a way that inspires everyone to see it as their responsibility to do something, big or small, to prevent it.
Newman Night - 5:30 p.m., St. Christopher Newman Center (across from Old Main). Join the Newman Council for Mass followed by dinner.
Black Student Union Meet-and-Greet - 6:30-7:30 p.m., Multicultural Center, Unity Room. New semester, same BSU vibes! Get re-acquainted, meet the e-board, and hear what’s coming this semester. Don’t miss it!
Thu. Feb. 12
Queer & Trans BIPOC Meetup - 3-4 p.m., MSU 312OC. Interested in having a space where queer and trans BIPOC students can meet up, chat, and enjoy fun activities? Join us at QTBIP.
Psi-chology Club Bake Sale - 10 a.m.- 12 p.m, Old Main Concourse. Get sweet treats this Valentine's Day and support the Psi-chology Club!
Bear-y Efficient: Time Management Workshop - 11 a.m., Academic Forum 203. Your time is valuable, don’t waste it! Join us to learn about managing your time most efficiently!
Test of KU Alert System - There will be a test of the Kutztown University emergency alert systems at 10:50 a.m. You will receive test messages through the Omnilert text message, email and Simplex mass notification systems, including campus loudspeakers. Messages will also be seen on the university website, social media and on select campus televisions. View your KU Alert account to confirm your contact information.
LinkedIn: The How To Workshop - 2 p.m., Library 29. Learn how to build and/or update your current LinkedIn profile.
Valentine’s Serenade - Surprise your special someone with a Valentine’s Serenade by KU Chamber Players! Choose a song, we’ll do the rest.
Love Languages @ KU - 10 a.m. - 12 p.m., MSU 183. Learn about each love language and take part in activities learning about each one!
Senior Kick-Off - 11 a.m., via Zoom. Receive info to successfully find employment Walk away with the knowledge, resources and enthusiasm to finish strong at KU!
$15 KU Student Tickets for Pacifica Quartet - 7:30 p.m., Schaeffer Auditorium. GRAMMY-winning group presents a musical collage of themes from the American experience. Log in first to access discounted tickets.
Undergrad Research & Creativity Spring Workshops - Student Research Series: Thursdays Feb 12–April 9. 11 a.m., Old Main 287. Feb 12 = Aligning Research with Career Pathways
Fri. Feb. 13
Feminist Fun Night - 4-6 p.m., Boxwood House. Join us for monthly fun-filled happening cosponsored by the Women's Center & FMLA! We will host dinner & movie! Please RSVP.
It's On Us Love Letters and Bake Sale - 11 a.m.-4 p.m., MSU Table B. Join us for our bake sale & write love letters for survivors of domestic violence.
e-Cycle: Computer Refurbish Club Kickoff - Rohrbach Library 28, 3:30-4:45 p.m. Learn about the club, and participate in a Kahoot (with prizes!)
Sun. Feb. 15
JC Penney Suit-Up Event- 4-7 p.m. at Lehigh Valley Mall. Get up to an additional 30% off professional clothing. Bring KU ID. No registration needed, just show up!
Sunday Mass - 5 p.m., St. Christopher Newman Center (across from Old Main).Confession-4:15 p.m. Join the Newman Council for Mass.
Mon. Feb. 16
Queer Media Club - 6-7 p.m., Boxwood House. Join us weekly to have discussions about media within the LGBTQ+ community, including movies, books, music, and more!
Choosing a Major Workshop - 2 p.m., via Zoom. "Explore myths and facts about majors and careers and how you can narrow down options to make the best decision for your future!
Donate, Decide, Deliver Hope! - 10 a.m.- 1 p.m., MSU Table C. National Organ Donor Day! Learn how YOU can save lives by registering to donate today!
Tue. Feb. 17
Wrestling vs East Stroudsburg - 7 p.m., Keystone Arena.
Golden Bear Supper - 5-6 p.m., South Dining Hall Room 1. Looking to meet new people? Come grab dinner with GSEs Rylee & Karleigh and connect with new students!
Your Marketing Help Desk: LIVE Q+A SESSION- 12 p.m., Online. Join us for this free weekly session where small business owners and entrepreneurs can bring their questions and get expert answers in real time.
Choosing a Major Workshop - 2 p.m., via Zoom. "Explore myths and facts about majors and careers and how you can narrow down options to make the best decision for your future!
Successful Interviewing Workshop - 11 a.m., Stratton 116. Jobs are WON in interviews. Find out what you must do before, during, and after your interview. Gain an advantage over the competition!
GoinGlobal: Searching in the U.S & Abroad Workshop - 11 a.m., via Zoom. Learn about this internship and job search tool with over 16 million listings from the U.S. and around the world.
Black History Month Paint By Number - 11 a.m. - 1 p.m., MSU 250. Join us in this individual paint by number activity to honor and celebrate Black History month!
Wed. Feb. 18
Women's Basketball vs Millersville - 5:30 p.m., Keystone Arena.
Men's Basketball vs Millersville- 7:30 p.m., Keystone Arena.
The Washington Center Info Session - 2 p.m., via Zoom. Want to intern in Washington D.C.? TWC offers internships and housing, steeply discounted for students who are Pennsylvania residents.
Designing Your Career Path Workshop - 1 p.m., via Zoom. "Learn to access the latest career info & resources and discover the value of career exploration in making informed career decisions.
Ujima House Party - 6-11 p.m., Multicultural Center. Ready to party? Strut on over to the MCC's "House Party!" Watch the film from 6-8 p.m. with BSU, then enjoy the neon vibes 'til 11 p.m.!