Daily Brief
April 11, 2025
KU FYS at National Council on Undergraduate Research Conference
Dr. Lynn M. Kutch, coordinator of Undergraduate Research and Creativity, presented with Lee Gradin and Daniel Nuñez at the National Council on Undergraduate Research (NCUR) conference in Pittsburgh. They shared their experiences working with the FYS Passion Project curriculum, developed, in part, in the context of last summer's CUREs institute at KU. Photographed from left to right are Gradin, Kutch and Nuñez.
Lynn M Kutch, Undergraduate Research and Creativity
Thank You for a Successful Accepted Student Reception
The Office of Undergraduate Admissions would like to thank our campus community for assisting with our record-breaking Accepted Student Reception Saturday, April 5. A special thank you goes out to Housing, Residence Life and Dining as well as the Office of Student Involvement for partnering with us to make it a success. We couldn't have done it without any of you.
Jennifer Castro, Office of Undergraduate Admissions
Jazz Quartet Faculty Concert
Don’t miss the Jazz Quartet Faculty Concert, 7:30 p.m. Thursday, April 17, Schaeffer Auditorium, for a thrilling evening of jazz with Kutztown faculty artists Ben Sher (guitar), Scott Lee (bass), John Riley (drums) and Dan Wilkins (saxophone). This powerhouse quartet will be performing classic jazz standards and original compositions. Come experience the artistry of these world-class musicians. Free and open to all.
Maya Strava Kokkinou, Department of Music
Faculty Piano Recital by Dr. Daniel Immel
Join us for a breathtaking piano performance by our talented and beloved KU professor, Dr. Daniel Immel, 7:30 p.m. Friday, April 18, Schaeffer Auditorium. Experience the brilliance of Mozart, Liszt, Tchaikovsky and more in an unforgettable concert.
Maya Strava Kokkinou, Department of Music
Weather
Weather forecasts are provided by KU's Dr. Michael Davis and "Monsoon Mike" Regensburger
Decaying low pressure will give us a chance of showers for the morning. Organizing low pressure moves up the east coast and will absorb the aforementioned system bringing more steady rain by afternoon and evening. High temperature near 47.
Announcements
April Parents and Family Bulletin
This month's edition of the KU Parents and Family Bulletin has been sent to registered subscribers and may be found on the Parents and Family Bulletin webpage.
University Relations
Artist Appreciation Sale: April 15
Enjoy the Artist Appreciation Sale at the KU Campus Store Tuesday, April 15, including 15% off art supplies and various deals on art brands. Raffle prizes valued from $9-150, given throughout the day for qualifying art purchases of $50 and $100.
Kyle Rex, KU Campus Store
Big Art Day
The Department of Art and Design is hosting its annual Big Art Day at 9:30 a.m. Friday, April 18, 183 MSU. Big Art Day is a cherished tradition that welcomes alumni back to share their experiences and careers in the arts since graduating from Kutztown. This year’s featured alumni include Cole Goldstein, Erika Hewston and Adriano Farinella. The event kicks off with coffee, followed by alumni presentations, a panel Q&A, a luncheon and the presentation of departmental awards. Big Art Day is sponsored in part by the Office of Student Involvement.
Tim Betz, Art and Design
Take Your Child to Work Day
Organized by the Commission on the Status of Women, please mark your calendars for this year's 'Take Your Child to Work Day,' Thursday, April 24. This annual event is a wonderful opportunity for children to get a glimpse into the working world and gain a better understanding of their parents' day-to-day responsibilities. It is designed to spark curiosity, inspire young minds and help build a strong educational foundation. We invite you to celebrate with us by bringing your child to the office and having them accompany you during your workday. To participate, please RSVP online. Check-in and registration will be 8:30-8:50 a.m., Boxwood House, where participants will also pick up a swag bag and lunch tickets.
Dr. Yasoda Sharma, Chair, Commission on Status of Women
Upcoming Events
| Date | Time | Event |
| April 12 | 11 a.m. | Easter on the Farm Heritage Center |
| April 14 | 7:30 p.m. | Romantic Farewell Concert Schaeffer Auditorium |
| April 15 | 11 a.m. | Writing Center Workshop Outside Classroom |
| April 15 | 3 p.m. | Safe Space Training 250 MSU |
| April 15 | 5 p.m. | Public Oral Dissertation: Dawn Reilly Laubner 245 Beekey |
| April 16 | 4:30 p.m. | Public Oral Dissertation: Lauren Susan McNeil 218/240 Beekey |
| April 17 | 10 a.m. | Public Oral Dissertation: Janine Speiser 324L Old Main |
| April 17 | 11 a.m. | Elder Care Workshop, Robert Kreitz 203 Academic Forum (Zoom) |
| April 17 | 7:30 p.m. | Jazz Quartet Faculty Concert Schaeffer Auditorium |
| April 18 | 9:30 a.m. | Big Art Day 183 MSU |
| April 18 | Noon | BYO Lunch and Learn: Occupational Safety 312 MSU (Register) |
| April 18 | 2 p.m. | Public Oral Dissertation: Tessa Plamer 324L Old Main |
| April 18 | 7:30 p.m. | Faculty Piano Recital by Dr. Daniel Immel Schaeffer Auditorium |
| April 24 | 8:30 a.m. | Take Your Child to Work Day Campus (RSVP) |
| April 26 | Noon | KUR 20th Anniversary Celebration Georgian Room |
Athletics
| Date | Time | Event |
| April 14 | TBD | Tennis vs. Millersville (M&W) Keystone Courts |
| April 14 | 1 p.m. | Baseball vs. Bloomsburg (DH) North Campus Field (Watch | Stats) |
| April 15 | 1 p.m. | Softball vs. West Chester (DH) North Campus Field (Watch | Stats) |
| April 16 | 4 p.m. | Women's Lacrosse vs. West Chester Keystone Field (Watch | Stats) |
| April 19 | Noon | Women's Tennis vs. Molloy Keystone Courts |
| April 19 | 1 p.m. | Baseball vs. Millersville (DH) North Campus Field (Watch | Stats) |
Accommodations
Persons with a disability, and who require accommodation, should notify the Disability Services Office two weeks prior to the event at 610-683-4108 or email DSO@kutztown.edu, TDD number: 610-683-4499, in order to discuss accommodations. Every effort will be made to provide reasonable accommodations. Please note: Kutztown University does not provide wheelchairs or other mobility devices.
Non-Discrimination Statement
Kutztown University does not discriminate in employment or educational opportunities on the basis of sex, race, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status. To discuss a complaint of discrimination, please contact the Office of Social Equity, Old Main A-Wing, Room 02, by phone at 610-683-4700 or by email at pena@kutztown.edu. Pursuant to Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Kutztown University does not discriminate on the basis of sex and prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates, including admissions and employment. Any inquiries regarding the application of Title IX at Kutztown University may be made to Bradley Davis, the university’s Title IX coordinator, located in Old Main A-Wing, Room 02A, by phone at 610-683-4782 or by email at titleix@kutztown.edu. You may also contact the Office for Civil Rights located in the Lyndon Baines Johnson Department of Education Bldg., 400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20202-1100, by phone at 800-421-3481 (TDD: 800-877-8339), by fax at 202-453-6012, or by email at OCR@ed.gov.