Bear Essentials
Sept. 3, 2025
Involvement Fair
Get the scoop on involvement at Kutztown University. 4-7 p.m. today (Sept. 3) in MSU 218.
Employee of the Month Nominations - Acknowledge our staff on campus who have gone above and beyond supporting KU's mission. Submit an Employee of the Month nomination today!
Free and Discounted Campus Event Tickets - Use your KU login, create an account and access student-only events, discounted KU Presents! tickets and a FREE TICKET to regular season home KU football games!
Free access to popular newspapers - Get free online access to four of America's most popular newspapers: New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Washington Post and LA Times.
Math Peer Tutoring - Free, no appointment needed. MATH 17 through Calculus. Mon/Tue/Wed/Thu 2-5 p.m. in Lytle 207.
Request a Tutor - Requests can now be submitted through Starfish. Please visit the Tutoring Services website for instructions on how to submit your request.
Bear Down and Study - Join us each week for Bear Cub Connection Study Halls. Deatrick 3rd Floor Lounge Tuesdays 6:30 p.m., Berks 3rd Floor Lounge Wednesdays 5 p.m.
Interested in the Peace Corps? - Browse opportunities and find out more.
Parking Advisory: Sept. 3-4 - Parking lots E2 (Rec Center, Rec Center guests can park in E1), F4 (Risley Hall), F6 (Commuter Lot, commuters can park in F1) will close at 10 p.m. on Sept. 3 for Thursday's events at Andre Reed Stadium.
Events
Wed. Sept. 3
Fall '25 Involvement Fair - Get involved, get connected, get the ~Scoop~ on involvement at KU!🍦 Meet and join clubs from 4-7 p.m. located in MSU 218.
Belize Study Abroad Information Session - Learn about KU’s Winter Belize Study Abroad trip. Info session: 11 a.m., Boehm 260.
Newman Nights Mass - 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).
Iced Coffee, Cookies & Careers - Noon. Come out for free coffee and food and meet the staff of the Career Development Center Alumni Plaza.
Senior Kickoff - 3 p.m. or 7 p.m. Receive info to successfully find employment. Gain the knowledge, resources and enthusiasm to finish strong at KU! Via zoom.
Thu. Sept. 4
Test of KU Alert System - There will be a test of the Kutztown University emergency alert systems at 10:50 a.m. You will receive test messages through the Omnilert text message, email and Simplex mass notification systems, including campus loudspeakers. Messages will also be seen on the university website, social media, and on select campus televisions. View your KU Alert account.
Return to Campus - Meet with faculty/staff, free ice cream and enter for a chance to win raffles 10:40 a.m.-12:40 p.m., lawn area between Boehm, Library and MSU.
Senior Kick Off - 11 a.m. The Career Development Center invites you to gain the knowledge, resources and enthusiasm to finish strong at KU! Via Zoom.
Field Hockey vs. Southern New Hampshire - 2 p.m., Andre Reed Stadium.
Football vs. Assumption - 7 p.m. Andre Reed Stadium. Use your KU login, create an account and access your FREE TICKET to each regular season football home game.
Fri. Sept. 5
Bears at Night Karaoke - 7 p.m., South Dining Hall, rooms 1 and 2.
Feminist Friday Kick Off - 2-3 p.m. at Boxwood House. Join the women’s center staff for fun and interactive crafts, journaling and a variety of activities with a feminist twist!
Volleyball vs. Chestnut Hill - 6 p.m., Keystone Arena.
Sun. Sept. 7
Sunday at St. Christopher House - Join the Catholic Student Group (Newman Council) to pray the Rosary (4:30 p.m.) and Sunday Mass (5 p.m.). 15207 Kutztown Road (across from Old Main).
JCPenney SUIT-UP Event - 4-7 p.m. at JCPenney at Lehigh Valley Mall. Get up to 45% off professional clothing. Bring KU ID. No registration needed, just show up!
Tue. Sept. 9
Disney College Program Info Session - 11 a.m. Learn more about the Disney College Program and how you may be able to earn academic credit for interning at the "Happiest Place on Earth." MSU 250.
Thinking About Grad School? Workshop - 11 a.m. Heading to graduate school in the future? Learn how to ask the important questions and choose the right program for you! Stratton 116.
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.
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.
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!