Daily Brief

Ed House at Deatrick Hall Welcomes its First Cohort of Future Educators

The College of Education proudly welcomed its inaugural cohort of first-year students into the newly launched Ed House at Deatrick Hall, Kutztown University's special interest housing for aspiring educators, Thursday, Aug. 21. This milestone marks a significant step in fostering community, connection and purpose among our future teachers. Faculty advisors Dr. Jen Gehringer and Dr. Michele White, both recognized for their deep commitment to student-centered learning, were on hand to greet students and families, decorate doors and ensure a warm and thoughtful welcome. Their presence and care exemplify the college's guiding ethic, students first. One of the students featured during move-in is a member of our Class of 2025 Early College Academy and has officially committed to KU. Her mother, a mentor teacher in one of our partner districts, joined in the celebration, highlighting the powerful intergenerational connections that define our educator community. This launch is more than a housing initiative; it's a living example of how our faculty and staff are building spaces of belonging and support for students from day one. Welcome to KU, Ed House Golden Bears.

College of Education

Unity Day Returns Thursday

Kutztown University will hold its annual Unity Day Thursday, Aug. 28, with three different events throughout the day. We invite all students, staff and faculty to join us. The Unity Rally will be held at 11 a.m., Schaeffer Lawn (rear). Dr. Philip Cavalier, university president, along with university leaders, representatives from the student body, the community and other campus officials will give remarks celebrating KU's diversity and sense of belonging to the Golden Bear community. The event will take place during the university's annual Community Link Fair, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., which brings together local businesses, non-profits and places of worship with the campus community. The Belonging Bash/Diversity and Inclusion Center Open Houses are 2-5 p.m. Stop by and visit the Multicultural Center, Women's Center, LGBTQ+ Resource Center and Military and Veteran Center. Housing and Residence Life is hosting "Don't let these conversations dye out," 4:30-6 p.m., DMZ Lawn, where you can make your own "hate has no home here" tie dye t-shirt.

Jerry Schearer, Chief Diversity Officer/Diversity and Inclusion Centers

Pride Night at the Reading Fightin' Phils Baseball Game

Kutztown University and KU's LGBTQ+ Resource Center is a sponsor for the 12th Annual LGBTQ+ Night, 6:45 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 10, FirstEnergy Stadium, Reading. The Reading Fightin' Phils play the Somerset Patriots. Pick up free tickets at Boxwood House or at the MSU Info Desk. You may get tickets for yourself, family and any friends. Show your KU spirit by wearing KU gear. Need a ride to FirstEnergy Stadium? You must RSVP to “event” on our Engage page for the free bus. We will have one bus with a maximum capacity of 48 students. Bus returns to MSU parking lot approximately 10:30 p.m., after the game.

LGBTQ+ Resource Center

Diane Biehl, LGBTQ+ Resource Center

Updates to Student Support Initiatives

Beginning Fall 2025, Kutztown University will launch two restructured student support initiatives to better align names with purpose and improve clarity across campus. The team formally known as the KU Behavioral Intervention Team (KUBIT) will transition to the Kutztown University KARE Team, an acronym reflecting a Kindhearted and knowledgeable, Action-oriented approach to Review and respond to Elevated student concerns. This change represents a shift toward a more comprehensive, proactive and personalized intervention, centered on early response, cross-campus collaboration and holistic support. The KARE Team now addresses a broader scope of student needs, including behavioral, academic, emotional and personal concerns. Referrals will continue to be made through the Student of Concern Referral Form. Additionally, the team formally known as the KU Care Team has evolved to the Student Financial Emergency Support and Resource Team, clearly reflecting its role in assisting students experiencing unexpected financial hardship. Students can submit requests using the Emergency Funding Request Form.

Kelly Hojnacki, Office of Student Assistance/Dean of Students Office

KU Magnetic Name Badges

KU has branded name badges. Department chairs or secretaries can email sales@waitzcorp.com at Waitz Corporation (610-437-5409) to request a quote for:
- 3.5” x 1.5” name badge gold/burgundy engraved with KU logo, name and department; or
- 3.25” x 2” name badge gold/burgundy engraved with KU logo, name, title and department.
Enter a purchase requisition in SourcePoint (Vendor #0081001839) using your cost center or department p-card. Prices range from $9.75 to $14, depending on quantity. Contact University Relations at ur@kutztown.edu with questions.

University Relations

Employment Opportunity at KU Campus Store

Kutztown University Student Services, Inc. (KUSSI) is seeking an Art Supply Buyer to perform a variety of buying and merchandising functions at the KU Campus Store. Primary responsibilities include purchasing art supplies for the official retail store at Kutztown University. This position also plays a key role in supporting the needs of students and faculty by ensuring access to high-quality, competitively priced art supplies to support academic success. Additional duties include sourcing, buying, purchasing, inventory management, merchandising, planning and forecasting, sales performance and market analysis, and all other facets related to providing extraordinary customer service as a representative of KU Campus Store. For anyone who may be interested in learning more about the Art Supply Buyer position, please visit the online job posting or reach out to KUSSI’s Human Resources Coordinator Leslie Maillie at maillie@kutztown.edu.

KU Campus Store/KUSSI

CEL Book Clubs

The Center for Engaged Learning (CEL) will host book clubs meetings this fall. Please fill out this form to sign up for either of the book clubs listed below.

Innovative Pedagogy Book Club
This year's reading: 10 to 25: The Science of Motivating Young People: A Groundbreaking Approach to Leading the Next Generation―And Making Your Own Life Easier by David Yeager. This is a national bestseller by acclaimed developmental psychologist, David Yeager, that reveals the new science of motivating young people ages 10 through 25 in this groundbreaking book that is a must-read for managers, parents, educators, coaches and mentors everywhere. If you would like to join us, we will meet at noon, every other Monday, beginning Sept. 8, 6 Rohrbach Library. The rest of the semester schedule includes Sept. 22; Oct. 6; Oct. 20; Nov. 3; Nov. 17; and Dec. 1.

Teaching with AI Book Club
This year's reading: Teaching with AI: A Practical Guide to a New Era of Human Learning by José Antonio Bowen and C. Edward Watson. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing the way we learn, work and think. Its integration into classrooms and workplaces is already underway, impacting and challenging ideas about creativity, authorship and education. In this groundbreaking and practical guide, teachers will discover how to harness and manage AI as a powerful teaching tool. Bowen and Watson present emerging and powerful research on the seismic changes AI is already creating in schools and the workplace, providing invaluable insights into what AI can accomplish in the classroom and beyond. We will meet at noon, every other Wednesday, beginning Sept. 3; and 11 a.m. every other Thursday, beginning Sept. 4, 6 Rohrbach Library. The rest of the semester schedule includes Sept. 17-18; Oct. 1-2; Oct. 15-16; Oct. 29-30; Nov. 12-13; Nov. 26-27.

Book Club Registration

Center for Engaged Learning

FYS Wonderfest Moderators Wanted

After a successful pilot program in Fall 2024, Undergraduate Research and Creativity (UGRC) will once again host FYS Wonderfest Tuesday, Dec. 2, and Thursday, Dec. 4, during the free hour in the MSU and Rohrbach Library. FYS Wonderfest celebrates research and creativity of first-semester students. Students have the opportunity to share their ideas with peers and members of the campus community in a friendly and welcoming setting. Please fill out this form if you would like to help. Have a great start to the semester.

Undergraduate Research and Creativity

Lynn M. Kutch, Undergraduate Research and Creativity