Bear Essentials

Sept. 24, 2025

Van Brunt family with President Cavalier and Avalanche the Golden Bear at Family Day Kick for Tuition.

KUSSI Kick for Tuition

Congratulations to KUSSI's Kick for Tuition winner David Van Brunt! David made a 25-yard field goal during halftime at Saturday's Family Day football game, winning one semester of in-state tuition for his son, Evan Van Brunt, who is currently majoring in History with a minor in Geology. Kutztown University Student Services, Inc. (KUSSI) is an independent non-profit affiliate of Kutztown University. KUSSI works closely with the University and the Student Government Board to provide free and low-cost services to students and student-led organizations. KUSSI contributes its surplus from operations (KU Campus Store and Dixon Marketplace) to student organizations, campus athletics and student scholarships. Congratulations to Evan, David and the entire Van Brunt family!

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Announcements

KUSGB's 100th Anniversary Countdown - This week marks 100 days until the Kutztown University Student Government Board's 100th anniversary celebration in 2026.  

Discount Student Tickets for Philadelphia Flyers - Text ENROLL to 61259 to sign up to receive text alerts for discounted student tickets. Message frequency will vary. Message and data rates may apply.

Cub Cab Returns - Check out the new episode on Instagram.

Photos from Family Day - Take a look back at Saturday's festivities on Instagram.

Events

Wed. Sept. 24

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).

Men's and Women's Swimming vs. Shippensburg - 5 p.m., Keystone Natatorium.

Field Hockey vs. Millersville - 6 p.m., Andre Reed Stadium.

Thu. Sept. 25

30 Extras Needed for KU Professor's Film - Auditions and information provided at 11 a.m. in Rickenbach 135. Filming Oct. 24. Transportation and costume provided. Dr. Deryl Johnson, playwright.

GoinGlobal: Searching in the US & Abroad - 11 a.m. Learn about this internship and job search tool with over 16 million listings from the U.S. and around the world.

The Washington Center for Internship: Info Session - 11 a.m. Want to intern in Washington D.C.? TWC's program places students in internships there. Via Zoom.

Volleyball vs. Georgian Court - 6 p.m. Keystone Hall.

Fri. Sept. 26

Bearchella - Join us for the 4th Annual Bearchella! Enjoy a full day of live performances, music, entertainment, dancing, food and giveaways. 3-9 p.m. on the DMZ.

Jummah Prayer - The weekly Friday Muslim prayer with a Khutbah in the Multicultural Center room 206 at 1 p.m.

Sat. Sept. 27

Heemet Fescht - Indulge your interest in regional folk culture at the Heritage Center’s Heemet Fescht 2025: a celebration of the harvest and Pennsylvania Dutch farm life.

24-Hour Film Festival - Films created during this event will be shown Oct. 1 in Learning Center 135.

KU at Berks Cultural Diversity Festival - KU will have tables, volunteers and performers at the Berks Cultural Diversity Festival, noon- p.m. in Reading City Park. Free entry.

Sun. Sept. 28

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 Catholic Newman Center, 15207 Kutztown Rd (across from Old Main).

Mon. Sept. 29

Faith Formation - Join the Catholic Student Group (Newman Council) for a discussion on faith, 7 p.m. St. Christopher Catholic Newman Center (across from Old Main).

Tue. Sept. 30

Internship & Job Search Strategies - 11 a.m. Discover the ways to find jobs and internships as well as learning the art of networking & tips to locate "hidden jobs! Academic Forum 103.

Wed. Oct. 1

Open Hour with Provost - 3 p.m. in Old Main Concourse. Students are invited to drop by and chat with the Provost, Dr. Lorin Basden Arnold, during her open office hour.

How to Work a Career Fair Workshop - 1 p.m. Find out how to work a job fair: what to do before you arrive, how to work your way around the room and preparing your 30-second commercial! Via Zoom.

Recipe Swap - Share your favorite recipes and exchange cultural dishes with others. This event is an opportunity to celebrate the diversity of Latinx cuisine. 6-8 p.m. Multicultural Center.

Gender & Sexual Minorities (GSM) Conference - See website for session details.