Bear Essentials
Oct. 14-21, 2026
Gradfest
A one-stop shop for graduates to verify the status of their applications, purchase their cap and gown at a discount, receive graduation tickets and much more. Tue. Oct. 20, 11 a.m.-7 p.m., MSU Multipurpose Room.
2027-2028 FAFSA is Now Open! - The 2027–28 FAFSA is now available to complete. We recommend applying early for consideration. Pa. residents must apply before May 1, 2027, for the Pa. State Grant.
Free Access to Coursera Courses Through KU Advance - Hone your skills, keep your resume relevant, or explore new career fields with thousands of courses and certificates, completely FREE for students!
Chalk the Walk Registration - Show some KU Spirit as we gear up for Homecoming by helping us chalk the walk at the DMZ on Oct. 23 from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Sign up by Oct. 22.
The Safe Berks Silent Witness Project - Oct. 16-23, Old Main Concourse. This week-long visual monument is dedicated to the Berks County lives lost to domestic violence for Domestic Violence Awareness Month.
Register for Winter Online - Kutztown University's Winter Session is 100% online and a great opportunity for you to catch up or simply focus on a course without the distractions of other classes or activities. Classes run from Dec. 16-Jan. 13.
Sign-ups Open for Mock Interview Mania - Sign-up now for Nov. 2-6 mock interviews. Practice with a professional employer on-campus. Reserved for juniors and seniors, space limited. Once in Handshake, go to events, then type in Mock Interview Mania. 5 different days will appear. Click the day you want and then select the time.
Register for R.A.D. Women's Self Defense Three-Day Training - Rape Aggression Defense Training (R.A.D.), provided by Public Safety and Police Services. Free to female students. 6 p.m., Nov. 2 (Old Main 22A), Nov. 3 and 5 (Old Main Georgian Room). You must attend all three sessions to complete the R.A.D. program. Email or call 610-683-4860 to sign up. Limited spaces available!!
Events
Wed. Oct. 14
Limited Parking in Lots: A2 & A3- There will be limited parking in Lots A2 and A3 due to an event being held on campus. Thank you for your understanding.
On-Campus KU Internship and Job Fair - Noon-3 p.m., MSU 218. There will be over 80 employees attending. Please come dressed professionally and with copies of your resume. For a list of employers coming to the fair, please log on to Handshake. Questions? Call 610-683-4067.
Free Professional Headshot - 11:30 a.m.- 2:30 p.m., MSU 218. KU students, get a FREE professional headshot at this semester's Internship and Job fair! Come professionally dressed.
Driven to Lead Student Forum - 3 p.m., MSU 183. Learn from student leaders how to make your club/org. stronger through collaboration!
Newman Night - Mass 5:30 p.m., Dinner 6 p.m., St. Christopher Newman Center (across from Old Main).
Women's Soccer vs. Lackawanna - 7 p.m., Keystone Field.
Clay Club Project Night: Creature Feature - 6:30-8:30 p.m., Sharadin 108. Join Ava Gwilliam as she shows you how to make a fun little creature with lots of character.
LGBTQ+ History Month - Art Submissions Due - 11:59 p.m., via Goolg Form. Art submissions are due today for the Oct.19-23 LGBTQ+ History Month digital display! Click the link for info and to submit your work.
Thu. Oct. 15
Go to Paris this Summer with Kutztown University! - 11 a.m., Old Main 132. Come hear more about KU in Europe, a 4-week 6-credit travel experience for all majors in Summer 2027!
Successful Interviewing Workshop - 11 a.m., Academic Forum (AF) 103. Jobs are WON in interviews. Find out what you must do before, during and after your interview. Gain an advantage over the competition!
Designing Your Career Path Workshop - 11 a.m. AF 202. Learn to access the latest career info and resources and discover the value of career exploration in making informed career decisions.
Purple Thursday - 11:15 a.m., behind Rohrbach Library. Join Title IX & It’s On Us for Purple Thursday. Wear purple & join our campus photo!
Halloween Basket Raffle - 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., MSU. Buy tickets for a chance to win a Halloween Basket from Theta Phi Alpha. All funds will be donated to Hannah's Hope Ministries.
Pridefest - 11 a.m-3 p.m., MSU 218. Celebration of LGBTQ+ Pride and visibility. Free plush, pizza, music, giveaways, photo booth, crafts and much more!
Centralia: The Fire Below Play - 7:30 p.m., Schaeffer Auditorium. Free tickets. KU's PERFORUM presents the World Premiere of the saga of the Pennsylvania town consumed by an underground mine fire.
Rock the Lawn - 6-8 p.m., on the lawn behind Schaeffer Auditorium. Come and rock the night away. KU Rock I - IV perform every Thursday. Refreshments are available.
Fri. Oct. 16
Gilmore Girls Bears @ Night - 7-9 p.m., South Dining Hall Room 1. In Omnia Paratus! Join us for a Gilmore Girls Bears at Night filled with crafts, pastries, trivia, and plenty of Stars Hollow spirit.
Starts After Dark - 8-9:30 p.m., A5 Lot by Lytle/North WaterTower. Bring a cozy blanket and learn about the stars of the night sky with KUAB and the Astrophotography Club!
Centralia: The Fire Below Play - 7:30 p.m., Schaeffer Auditorium. Free tickets. KU's PERFORUM presents the World Premiere of the saga of the Pennsylvania town consumed by an underground mine fire.
Sat. Oct. 17
Women's Bowling Golden Bear Invitational - 10:40 a.m. at Sinking Spring, Pa.
Women's Soccer vs. Bloomsburg - Noon, Keystone Field.
Field Hockey vs. Mansfield - 1 p.m., Andre Reed Stadium.
Centralia: The Fire Below Play - 3 p.m., Schaeffer Auditorium. Free tickets. KU's PERFORUM presents the World Premiere of the saga of the Pennsylvania town consumed by an underground mine fire.
Women's Volleyball vs. West Chester - 4 p.m. at Brandywine Heights High School.
Sun. Oct. 18
Women's Bowling Golden Bear Invitational - 10 a.m. at Sinking Spring, Pa.
Sunday Mass - Confession 4:15 p.m., Pray the Rosary 4:30 p.m., Mass at 5 p.m., St. Christopher Newman Center (across from Old Main).
Mon. Oct. 19
Start Your Business in Pa: The First Steps - Noon-1 p.m., via Zoom. Join the “First Step” Q&A to learn about Pa. business registration, licenses, SBA funding, loans and business planning.
Make & Take K.U. Pillow - 10 a.m.-1 p.m., MSU 223. Kick off Homecoming Week by making your very own K.U. pillow, while supplies last!
Custodians Short Film Auditions/Crew Sign Up - 8 a.m.-8 p.m., Rickenbach 213. Cinema, Television and Media Production students are hosting auditions and crew interviews for a student-produced short film. All are welcome. Audition/sign up information.
Tue. Oct. 20
1866 Giving Challenge - Rise to the challenge! Share your enthusiasm about KU's academics, athletics, clubs & orgs at KU! Gifts of all sizes make a big impact!
Choosing A Major Workshop - 11 a.m., AF 103. Explore myths and facts about majors and careers, and how you can narrow down options to make the best decision for your future!
Graduation Festival for Fall Graduates - 11 a.m.-7 p.m., MSU Multipurpose Room. A one-stop shop for graduates to verify the status of their applications, purchase their cap and gown at a discount, receive graduation tickets and much more.
10 Things I Hate About You Movie & Trivia - 7 p.m., MSU 183. Come watch 10 Things I Hate About You Movie and participate in a trivia to win prizes!
Custodians Short Film Auditions/Crew Sign Up - 8 a.m.-3 p.m., Rickenbach 213. Cinema, Television and Media Production students are hosting auditions and crew interviews for a student-produced short film. All are welcome. Audition/sign up information.
Wed. Oct. 21
Arts Alliance Fall Art Sale - 10 a.m.-2 p.m., MSU 218. Support and network with Kutztown student artists! Items sold include art prints, keychains, pottery, crochet, and much more!
Clay Club Midterm Sale - 10 a.m.-2 p.m., MSU table D. Come find beautiful works of art by current ceramics students.
ACE Visibility Day Table - 11 a.m.-2 p.m., MSU by Starbucks. Celebrate Asexual Visibility with us at the MSU! There will be free goodies!
Flu Shot Clinic - 10 a.m.-2 p.m., MSU lawn (rain location: MSU 223). Free flu shots for K.U. students.
1866 Giving Challenge Countdown Celebration - 1-3 p.m., MSU 250 (President's Room). Join the KU Foundation for a celebration to round out the 1866 Giving Challenge! Enjoy snacks, drinks, and more!
Successful Interviewing Workshop - 3 p.m., AF 202. Jobs are WON in interviews. Find out what you must do before, during, and after your interview. Gain an advantage over the competition!
Certificate Career Coaching Appointment Workshop - 3 p.m., Old Main 138. Group workshop for freshmen, sophomores, and Exploratory Studies doing the career coaching certificate program.
Chambliss Faculty Research Lecture: Andrew Vogel - 4:30 p.m., MSU 183 and Zoom. Dr. Vogel presents "Mobility in the Irish Ireland Movement." All are welcome!
Newman Night - Mass 5:30 p.m., Dinner 6 p.m., St. Christopher Newman Center (across from Old Main).
Free Daps - 7 p.m., MSU 218. Join us for this Improv comedy and music show featuring an ice cream sundae bar and homecoming T-shirts!