Daily Brief

Business Idea Competition Winners

Kutztown University's College of Business is proud to announce the winners of the 2025 Business Idea Competition, an annual event that highlights the creativity, innovation and entrepreneurial spirit of KU students. The six finalists presented their ideas Wednesday, Nov. 19, in the de Francesco Building before a panel of judges. Finalists were competing for cash prizes, with a first-place prize of $1,000, $750 for second place and $500 for third place. All students who submitted proposals retained ownership of their business ideas.

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University Relations

University Lost and Found

The last day to claim anything from the university lost and found is 10 p.m. Friday, Dec. 12. If you believe you’ve lost something, please stop by the MSU information desk and check to see if it is in our inventory.

Amanda Garcia, MSU Operations

Provost's Assessment Fellows

The Office of the Provost is pleased to announce that Dr. Christine Núñez has been named Provost's Assessment Fellow as of January 2026. She joins Dr. Brad Congelio in the Office of Assessment. Congratulations, Cris. We would like to thank Dr. Michele Baranczyk for her leadership and service as Assessment Fellow. We wish her well during her sabbatical next semester.

Karen Rauch, Office of the Provost

Winter Break Food Donations Appreciated for On-Campus Students

When classes end and most students head home for the winter break, some stay behind, often quietly, without fanfare, and too often, without enough to eat, especially when the campus dining hall is closed and kitchen access is limited. 
Many in our campus community have helped with this need in the past. Approximately 25 students will be housed on campus over the winter break, and we are asking for your help once again to help our students feel seen, supported, and nourished. Here’s how you can make a difference:
- Cooking for your family? Make a little extra. A pan of pasta, chili, salad, or baked ziti, even a side dish, can go a long way. No need to feed a crowd, students come and go, and there are to-go containers ready to portion it out.
- Prefer to keep it simple? Gift cards to Giant, within walking distance, allow students to shop for what they need most. Smaller cards, $10 each, are more helpful than one large denomination. 
- Spread the word. Share this effort with others who care. 
Donations can be delivered to 109 Stratton during normal business hours, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. or contact Erica Stratton directly at 610-683-4328 or stratton@kutztown.edu to arrange a pickup. No need to sign-up, we’ll let students know when there is food available, and we have a refrigerator and microwave for food safety.

PROFS/International Education

First Step – Your Path to Business Ownership

Are you ready to turn your business idea into reality?
Join us noon, Dec. 15, on Zoom for this free weekly webinar designed to help aspiring entrepreneurs take their first, most important step toward launching a business in Pennsylvania. Whether you're still exploring your idea or already planning to start, this session provides the structure, tools and expert guidance you need to move forward confidently and compliantly.

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Rachael Wolfe, KU SBDC