Bear Essentials
Sept. 10, 2025
Register for R.A.D. Training
Kutztown University Public Safety & Police Services is proud to offer free R.A.D. classes to our entire university community during the Fall and Spring academic semesters. Sept. 15, 16, 18.
Request an Academic Peer Mentor (APM) - Looking for assistance with academic skills like time management or organization? Request an APM today to work with a fellow KU student to achieve success.
Need an umbrella? Don't get caught in the rain. Stop into the Dean of Students Office (Stratton 119) if you do not have an umbrella. We've got you covered! #StayDryGoldenBears
Drop-In Tutoring Labs - No Appointment Necessary. Labs available in Business, Computer Science, Math, and STEM.
Looking for volunteer opportunities? - The Community Outreach Center posts volunteer opportunities on GivePulse, a platform for listing and managing volunteer events. We update our page weekly.
American Legion Scholarship - If interested, submit your application by Sept. 30! Military and Veteran students should visit our webpage for more info.
KU Presents! $25 Student Membership - Pay $25 and have access to all 2025-2026 KU Presents! performances.
Video: Meet some of the clubs that make KU student life amazing ✨🐻 Which one will you join? 🤔💛
Video: We asked students to sum up the first week of classes in one word...here’s what they said! 🐻📚
Plan Your Family Day - Sat. Sept. 20. Invite your families for a fun-filled day on campus.
Events
Wed. Sept. 10
It's On Us Speaker: Tish Norman - Ms. Tish Norman will be presenting “I Don't Need to Fit In, I Belong Here: Real Inclusion, Like FRFR.” 6 p.m. in Rickenbach Auditorium 135.
Pride Night at Reading Fightin Phil Baseball Game - Free tickets at Boxwood or MSU Desk. Register for free bus on Engage. 5:30 p.m. bus for 6:45 p.m. game time.
Newman Nights - Join the Catholic Student Group (Newman Council) for Mass at 5:30 p.m. followed by dinner and activities, St. Christopher Newman Center (across from Old Main).
World Suicide Prevention Day Chalk Walk - Join the KU Counseling Center for the Chalk Walk to honor Suicide Prevention Day. Walk starts at 8 p.m. at Beck Hall.
Using Social Media in Your Job Search Workshop - 3 p.m. Learn how to use Linkedin and other social media sites to boost your career prospects. Via Zoom.
Crafternoon Connections - Berks Hall, 4-6 p.m. Take a break, get creative, and meet new friends while making fun crafts like friendship bracelets, rock painting, bookmarks, coasters and door hangers!
What's the value of Study Abroad? - Come listen to faculty and students involved in study abroad to Ireland, Greece, Japan and more! Ask questions about what it's like and how you can sign-up! 1 p.m. at Academic Forum 200.
Thu. Sept. 11
9/11 Flags of Remembrance - We Will Never Forget. Join us on the Alumni Plaza as we remember the 2,977 lives tragically lost 24 years ago on 9/11.
LinkedIn: The How To! Workshop - 11 a.m. Learn how to build and/or update your current LinkedIn profile. RL 29.
Choosing A Major Workshop - 11 a.m. "Explore myths and facts about majors and careers and how you can narrow down options to make the best decision for your future! Stratton 116.
Bear Tracks - Join your Cub Coaches and the Health Center for Health Center Trivia. 7 p.m. Dixon Hall (enter through courtyard doors). Prizes and fun await!
Fri. Sept. 12
Volleyball vs. Bowie State - 5 p.m. at Keystone Arena.
Sat. Sept. 13
Cross Country DII/DIII Challenge - 9:30 a.m./10:15 a.m. at North Campus Course.
Field Hockey vs. Wingate - 11 a.m. at Andre Reed Stadium.
Volleyball vs. California (Pa.) - 1:30 p.m. at Keystone Arena.
Volleyball vs. Caldwell - 6 p.m. at Keystone Arena.
Sun. Sept. 14
Sunday Mass - Join the Catholic Student Group (Newman Council) to pray the Rosary at 4:30 p.m., Sunday Mass at 5 p.m. St. Christopher House, 15207 Kutztown Road (across from Old Main)
Mon. Sept. 15
Register for Rape, Aggression and Defense Training - Provided by Public Safety and Police Services. Free to female students. 6 p.m. Sept. 15 (Old Main 22B), Sept. 16 and 18 (Old Main Georgian Room). You must attend all three sessions to complete the program. More information on R.A.D.
Faith Formation - Join the Catholic Student Group (Newman Council) for a discussion about the Catholic Faith. 7 p.m. St. Christopher Catholic Newman Center (across from Old Main).
Tue. Sept. 16
Rohrbach Library Open House - From 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Get acquainted with the resources and services in the library and participate in a scavenger hunt activity to be eligible to win prizes!
Internship & Job Search Strategies Workshop - 11 a.m. Discover ways to find jobs and internships as well as learning the art of networking and tips to locate "hidden jobs!" Stratton 116.
''Rock the Lawn'' Concert Series is Back - FREE music every Tuesday. Watch Kutztown's very own Rock I, II and III bands perform behind Schaeffer Auditorium at 6 p.m. Bring friends and a blanket!
Bisexual Visibility Week Kick Off at Boxwood House - 2-5 p.m. We will be celebrating Bi identities at this event with lots of Pride items, bracelet making and CD painting!
Wed. Sept. 17
Newman Nights - Join the Catholic Student Group (Newman Council) for Mass at 5:30 p.m. followed by dinner and activities, St. Christopher Newman Center (across from Old Main).
Designing Your Career Path Workshop - 1 p.m. "Learn to access the latest career info & resources and discover the value of career exploration in making informed career decisions. via Zoom