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Oct. 29, 2025
It's On Us Week of Action
Kutztown University hosts its annual It's On Us Week of Action through Oct. 31, bringing awareness to Domestic Violence Awareness Month.
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!
Apply now to be part of the Human Library - KU is hosting the Human Library in April 2026. Accepting applications through Nov. 21. More info and application.
Events
Wed. Oct. 29
James Wilkerson, Speaker - 6 p.m., Schaeffer Auditorium. Join IOU and Greek Life for this dynamic speaker on sexual assault prevention. It's On Us Week of Action event.
Halloween Bash - Come to South Dining Hall, Room 1, for potion making and a cupcake decorating contest for a chance to win prizes. 6-8 p.m.
Thu. Oct. 30
KU Study Abroad Info Session: Germany and Austria - Old Main 132, 11 a.m.-noon. All majors welcome. Learn more about this 3.5-week summer program in Germany and Austria.
Take Back the Night: Wayfinding Journeys of Survival - 4 p.m. at Boxwood House. Create wayfinding collages that document strategies for healing and self-recovery from trauma. It's On Us Week of Action event.
Fri. Oct. 31
Women's Volleyball vs. Bloomsburg - 6 p.m., Keystone Arena.
Clay Club Project Night: Funky Baskets - 6:30-8:30 p.m. in Sharadin 108. Try your hand at weaving clay baskets with Gianna Marchese!
Bonfire and S'mores - 7 p.m., Pa. German Cultural Heritage Center. Put on your best costume for "Costume & Consent" night, while making s'mores around a bonfire! It's On Us Week of Action event.
Sat. Nov. 1
Football vs. East Stroudsburg - Noon, Andre Reed Stadium.
Free Football Tickets to Undefeated KU Bears - See if they continue the streak against ESU. KU students get FREE tickets. Don't wait. Available online only.
Women's Bowling Golden Bear Invitational - All day, Berks Lanes, Sinking Spring.
Women's Volleyball vs. Lock Haven - 4 p.m., Keystone Arena.
Men's and Women's Swimming vs. Bloomsburg and Edinboro - 4 p.m., Keystone Natatorium.
Field Hockey vs. Shippensburg - 5 p.m., Andre Reed Stadium.
Sun. Nov. 2
Newman Council Sundays - Confession at 4:15 p.m., pray the Rosary at 4:30 p.m., Mass at 5 p.m. St. Christopher Catholic Newman Center (across from Old Main).
Mon. Nov. 3
First Step – Your Path to Business Ownership - Join us for this free weekly webinar designed to help aspiring entrepreneurs take their first, most important step toward launching a business in Pennsylvania.
Tue. Nov. 4
President's Open Hour - Students are invited to share their thoughts, concerns and suggestions at President Cavalier's open hour, 3:30 p.m., MSU Fireplace Lounge.
Grow with Google: Customer-Focused Marketing - Learn how to build your brand, reach your audience, and grow your business with customer-focused marketing. Free online workshop, 5-6:30 p.m.
Saidi to Host Fall 2025 Chambliss Faculty Lecture - Join Dr. Christine Saidi, Department of History, for the Chambliss Faculty Research Lecture, 4:30 p.m., 183 MSU and Zoom. All are welcome.
Wed. Nov. 5
Tax and Business Planning - 1-2 p.m. Get ahead of year-end planning with expert advice on tax-saving strategies, business structuring, and long-term financial alignment.
Coping Skills Carnival: Stress Awareness Day - 1-3 p.m., MSU 223. Learn healthy coping skills the fun way. There will be games, activities, giveaways and great ideas for stress management!