Bear Essentials
Sept. 16-23, 2026
Kutztown University honors the lives lost on 9/11
Last Friday, members of the K.U. community gathered to remember the lives lost on September 11, 2001 at Alumni Plaza.
Drop-In Tutoring Labs - No appointment necessary. Labs available in Business, Computer Science, Math and STEM.
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.
Student Commencement Speakers - Commencement Speaker applications are being accepted from graduate and undergraduate students graduating this fall. Application deadline: Tue. Oct. 13.
Events
Wed. Sept. 16
Designing Your Career Path Workshop - 1 p.m., via Zoom. Learn to access the latest career info and resources and discover the value of career exploration in making informed career decisions.
Stay Safe, Stay Bright - 4-6 p.m., DMZ. Campuswide Pledge Drive with It's On Us! Free T-shirts for those who pledge, and food available!
Clay Club's Bowl-a-Thon Community Service Event - 6:30 p.m., Sharadin 108. Come make bowls for us to donate to The Opportunity House of Reading for their annual Souper Bowl fundraiser!
Using Social Media in Your Job Search - 3 p.m., via Zoom. Learn how to use Linkedin and other social media sites to boost your career prospects.
Newman Night - 5:30 p.m., Saint Christopher Newman Center (across from Old Main). Join us for Mass at 5:30 p.m. followed by dinner and activities at 6 p.m.
Women's Soccer vs. Shippensburg - 7 p.m. Keystone Field.
Thu. Sept. 17
Discovering Your Learning Styles - 11 a.m., Academic Forum (AF). Stop by to discover how different learning approaches can help you polish your learning style and make learning feel more like your thing.
Field Hockey vs Shippensburg - 5:30 p.m., Andre Reed Stadium.
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.
Colors of Our Culture - 5 p.m., MCC. Join Lamba Sigma Upsilon Latino Fraternity, S.A.L.S.A and the MCC in creating tie-dye shirts inspired by your heritage and flag colors. Join us for community, music, and much more!
Group Career Coaching Appointments - 11 a.m., AF 101. This is a group workshop for freshman and sophomores for the certificate & Exploratory Studies Students.
Kutztones A Cappella Auditions - 6 p.m., McFarland Student Union (MSU) 183. Want to be part of the Kutztones a cappella group? RSVP to audition. (also Friday at 6 p.m.) We can't wait to see you there!
Discovering Your Learning Styles - 11 a.m., AF 203. Stop by to discover how different learning approaches can help you polish your learning style and make learning feel more like your thing.
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!
Fri. Sept. 18
Feminist Friday - 2-3 p.m., Boxwood. Please join us for our second Feminist Friday!
Women's Tennis vs Chestnut Hill - 3 p.m., Keystone Courts.
La Bomba Plena - Join the MCC for a fun-filled evening as we experience and celebrate Puerto Rican culture through music, food, traditions, and community! Come enjoy the vibrant spirit of Puerto Rico! We have 14 seats available for transportation, please let us know if you will need a ride. Sign up here!
Sat. Sept. 19
Fall Fest on Main - 3-9 p.m., Main Street, Kutztown. Come down for vendors, dining, live music, and more!
Sun. Sept. 20
Sunday Mass - 4:15 p.m. Confession, 5 p.m. Mass. Saint Christopher Catholic Newman Center (across from Old Main).
Mon. Sept. 21
Career Readiness: Wham Employers Want Workshop - 3 p.m., AF 201. Employers want you to have soft skills. What are soft skills you ask? Communication, professionalism, critical thinking and many more.
Women's Tennis vs Chesnut Hill - 3 p.m., Keystone Courts.
Tue. Sept. 22
100 Latinos Dijeron - 4-8 p.m., MCC. Test your knowledge with a fun, Hispanic-inspired version of Family Feud. Snacks will be provided and chances to win prizes! All are welcome.
Writing Your Resume & Cover Letter Workshop - 11 a.m., AF 103. Learn the basics on how to write your resume and cover letter to best market your skills and obtain that interview!
Jelly Cat Bingo - 7 p.m., MSU 183. Join KUAB for Jellycat Bingo! This will be a night full of fun and friendly competition. Will you win a prize?
Got a business idea? Turn it into cash! - 11 a.m., DF 102. If you are interested in COB’s Business Idea Competition, attend one of two more info sessions! Our second sessions is Sept. 23 at 3 p.m.
Student Assistance - 11 a.m., AF 103. Support is closer than it seems. Explore the programs and resources available to help you both in and out of the classroom!
Women's Volleyball vs. Lackawanna - 6:30 p.m. at Brandywine Heights High School.
Wed. Sept. 23
Miller-Keystone Blood Drive - Sign up to secure donation timeslot!
Bisexual Visibility Table - 11 a.m.-2 p.m., MSU. Celebrate Bisexual Visibility Week in the MSU next to Starbucks, there will be free bisexual swag, including pins and flags!
The Washington Center for Internships Info Session - 2 p.m., AF 101. Want to intern in Washington D.C.? TWC's program places students in internships there.
Weekly Sew-cial - 4-5 p.m., Boxwood. We meet every Wednesday in the LGBTQ+ Center. Bring your fiber arts and sewing project and come hang out with UA Lu! All skill-levels welcomed!
BSU Scavenger Hunt - 7 a.m.- 6 p.m., Campus-wide event. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure! Items will be hidden by the BSU E-Board at specific times of the day. Claim your prize by posting yourself with the pin and tagging BSU on Instagram. Grab your friends, form a team or do it alone and put your puzzle-solving skills to the test! Click here for time slot information.
Turn Your Business Plan Into Action - 5-7 p.m., AF 202. Turn your business plan into action with funding, SBA resources, market research, and AI tools to help your business grow.
Newman Night - 5:30 p.m., Saint Christopher Newman Center (across from Old Main). Join us for Mass at 5:30 p.m. followed by dinner and activities at 6 p.m.
Women's Soccer vs West Chester - 7 p.m., Keystone Field.