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Music Faculty at Evertrue Lutheran Home in Topton

A beautiful afternoon of French Impressionism came to life at the Topton Evertrue Lutheran Home Monday, Feb. 16. Our incredible music faculty, Dr. Maria Asteriadou, piano, professor Kurt Nikkanen, violin, and Dr. Sam Ou, cello, had the privilege of performing a selection of works by Ravel and Fauré for the residents. Thank you to the Topton community for having us.

KU Chamber Players Instagram

Maya Strava Kokkinou, Music

KU in the News: KU Students Featured on WFMZ for Upcoming Performance of Fiddler on the Roof

Student performers from Actors Creating Theater were recently featured on the WFMZ at Sunrise morning show to discuss their upcoming performance of Fiddler on the Roof, 7 p.m. Friday, Feb. 20, 7 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 21, and 2 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 22, Schaeffer Auditorium. Actors Creating Theater is student acted, student run and is comprised of majors from across the university who are performing for the love of theater.

WFMZ News Story

University Relations

Mnozil Brass brings Virtuosity and Comedy to KU

The renowned Viennese septet, Mnozil Brass, will make an appearance 7:30 p.m. Monday, March 2, Schaeffer Auditorium, as part of the KU Presents! Performing Artists Series. The group is known for their wildly diverse repertoire, exquisite playing and a sense of humor that has earned them the title, “The Monty Python of the musical world.” Imagine combining the Canadian Brass, touches of P.D.Q. Bach and sketch comedy, “Bohemian Rhapsody” with the “William Tell Overture,” Harry James’ “Concerto for Trumpet” with James Bond music, Viennese schlager music, light, modern popular or folk styles, with “The Blue Danube.” Nothing is beyond Mnozil Brass and everything is a surprise. Tickets can be purchased online or by calling 610-683-4092. KU students can access $15 tickets by logging into their MyKU login or get access to all performances for $25 with our new Student Membership.

Mnozil Brass Tickets

KU Presents!

Fiddler on the Roof by Actors Creating Theater

Please come see your students perform Fiddler on the Roof 7 p.m. Friday, Feb. 20, 7 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 21, and 2 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 22, Schaeffer Auditorium. Actors Creating Theater is student acted, student run and is comprised of majors from across the university who are performing for the love of theater.

Tickets for Fiddler on the Roof

Derek Mace, Advisor, Actors Creating Theater

APSCUF-KU Food Bank Drive

APSCUF-KU is holding a food drive for the Lutheran Center Food Bank, Feb. 19 to March 11. This food bank serves a significant number of our students. Please drop off donations in boxes outside of the following offices: 204 Beekey, 419 Boehm, 228 de Francesco, 204 Rickenbach, 14 Rohrbach, 158 Lytle, 412 Old Main, 437 Old Main, 405 Sharadin. The following items are needed: toothbrushes, toothpaste, soap, shampoo, deodorant, razors, shaving cream, lotion, period products, canned food, peanut butter, rice, beans, cereal, cleaning and disinfecting supplies, laundry detergent, toilet paper, dish soap.

APSCUF and AFT Supporting PA Promise

Amy Lynch-Biniek, APSCUF-KU

Employee of the Month

Employee of the Month Nomination Form

Elisabeth Manwiller, Human Resources

Kutztown University Launches "AI at KU" Website

The Kutztown University AI Taskforce is pleased to announce the launch of the AI at KU website, a central hub designed to support, coordinate and advance the university's work in artificial intelligence across teaching, learning, scholarship and operations. The AI at KU website brings together key resources and initiatives that reflect KU's commitment to thoughtful, ethical and innovative uses of AI. At the core of the site is the AI Taskforce Report, which outlines recommendations for our next steps for integrating AI in ways that align with KU's mission, values and strategic priorities. The site also features a regularly updated News and Updates section, highlighting AI-related developments, events and initiatives taking place across campus. Faculty and staff will find a growing collection of AI Learning Opportunities, including workshops, professional development offerings and curated resources designed to build AI literacy and practical skills. A featured resource on the site is the AI Cookbook for Faculty, a practical guide to prompt engineering and classroom applications of generative AI. The cookbook is designed to support faculty experimentation while emphasizing responsible use, transparency and pedagogical alignment. Additional sections spotlight AI initiatives at KU, showcasing how departments, programs and individuals are already leveraging AI to enhance learning, research and student support. The site also provides access to the AI at KU Newsletter, which will provide ongoing updates and insights on AI developments at the university. Finally, the AI at KU website outlines clear pathways for getting involved, whether through participation in working groups, sharing innovative practices or contributing to future initiatives.

Melissa Lincoln, Office of the Vice Provost

Slomkowski Slams her Way to PSAC East's First Athlete of the Week in 2026

No. 23 Kutztown University softball opened its 2026 regular season the first weekend of February and won three of its four games in Pembroke, N.C. Senior third baseman Morgan Slomkowski had a big part in that, leading the lineup to 20 runs in the four games. For her success, Slomkowski was named this season's first Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference Eastern Division Athlete of the Week. Slomkowski went 7-for-12 across four games in three days, collecting six RBI and a pair of runs. The senior had three doubles and a pair of walks while absorbing two hit-by-pitches at the plate, helping contribute to her .688 on-base percentage.

Slomkowski Named PSAC East Athlete of the Week

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