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Jan. 29, 2025
It's Great to See Your Smiling Faces Again
See more photos from Monday's first day of the spring semester on Kutztown University's Instagram account.
Save the Date: Spring Semester Involvement Fair - This event will be held on Thu. Feb. 6 4-7 p.m., located in MSU 218.
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!
The Collage December Newsletter - The December 2024 issue features Professor of Computer Science Dr. Lisa Frye and senior Physics major Josiah McCarty.
Free Hot Chocolate! - Available in the Student Success Center, Rohrbach Library 11, while supplies last. Come visit and find out how we can help you stay on track with your academic goals this semester.
Semester Calendars for Spring 2025 - Now available in the Student Success Center in RL 11.
Register Now for Safe Space Training - Will be held on Mon. Feb. 24 from 3-4 p.m. at Boxwood House. RSVP via ENGAGE to attend.
Free Access to Popular Newspapers - Get free online access to four of America's most popular newspapers: New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Washington Post and LA Times.
Welcome Back Military/Veteran and Military-Affiliated Students - Visit MSU 262 to enjoy snacks, ask questions, or to acquire a quiet place to study. We are here to help!
VA Benefits Monthly Verification - Receive your monthly stipend or housing allowance by submitting your verification to the VA at the end of each month. More info – Mil-Vet D2l Knowledge Center.
VA Enrollment Certification Request Form - Reminder to submit your form for the Spring 2025 semester if you are using military benefits. This must be completed every semester.
Events
Spring Semester Welcome Weeks: Through Feb. 7 - Full schedule
Wed. Jan. 29
Poster Sale - Find posters to decorate your dorm! KUAB, UGC and COC will be hosting their annual Poster Sale through Fri. Jan. 31 10 a.m.-5 p.m. MSU 223.
Women's Basketball vs. East Stroudsburg - 5:30 p.m., Keystone Arena. Students access general admission seating tickets with KU login.
Men's Basketball. vs. East Stroudsburg - 7:30 p.m., Keystone Arena. Students access general admission seating tickets with KU login.
Thu. Jan. 30
Adoration & Confession - Join the Newman Council every Thursday at 7 p.m. starting Jan. 30 for Adoration & Confession.
Designing Your Career Path Workshop - 11 a.m. Learn to access the latest career info & resources and discover the value of career exploration in making informed career decisions. Via Zoom.
Student Success Workshop - Understanding AP, dual enrollment and transfer credits. 11-11:45 a.m., AF 203.
Fri. Jan. 31
Success Coordinator Meet and Greet - Meet the Student Success team and grab some freebies to start the semester. 11 a.m.-1 p.m., MSU Lobby.
Sat. Feb. 1
Wrestling vs. Gannon - Noon, Keystone Arena.
Sun. Feb. 2
Puppy Pals LIVE! - Sit, stay and get ready for a howling good time! Full of canine stunts and laugh-out-loud canine comedy it is no surprise this show has been a hit all over America! KU student tickets $10.
Mon. Feb. 3
Career Readiness: What Employers Want - 3 p.m. Employers want you to have soft skills. What are soft skills you ask? Communication, professionalism, critical thinking and many more. Via Zoom.
President's Open Hour - Students are invited to share their thoughts, concerns and suggestions at President Hawkinson's open hour, 3:30 p.m. in 301 Stratton.
Trivia - 7 p.m., MSU 223.
Tue. Feb. 4
Silly Size Bingo - The biggest (and smallest) wins of your life! 7 p.m., located in MSU 183.
Senior Kick-Off - 11 a.m. Receive info to successfully find employment Walk away with the knowledge, resources and enthusiasm to finish strong at KU! Via Zoom.
Student Success Workshop - Understanding the Language of College. 11 a.m.-11:45 a.m., AF 203.
Weekly SMART Recovery Meetings - SMART is a peer support group, where people recover from addictive and problematic behaviors, self-empowering and open sessions, Tuesdays, 11 a.m.-noon, MSU 307.
Wed. Feb. 5
Boxwood Women's Center & LGBTQ+ Winter Welcome - 3-5 p.m. Join us at Boxwood House for info, resources, snacks and games at our Pokemon theme event. Bring your cards to trade or donate.
Senior Kick-Off - 2 p.m. Receive info to successfully find employment Walk away with the knowledge, resources and enthusiasm to finish strong at KU! Via Zoom.