Daily Brief

Transfer Honor Society Awards Scholarship

Congratulations to senior English Professional Writing major, Antonio Ieraci-Rivera, for earning one of the 14 $1,500 scholarships available through Tau Sigma, the national honor society for transfer students. Established in December 2016 at KU, the Eta Mu chapter is the fourth Tau Sigma chapter within PASSHE. Currently with more than 300 members, this chapter recognizes transfer students who earn a GPA of 3.5 or higher in their first semester at KU. Ieraci-Rivera is the sixth KU student to win a scholarship through this organization. Since transferring from Lehigh Carbon Community College in Fall 2024, Ieraci-Rivera has held a position as a facilitator in the New Student Orientation Office and added a minor in history. After KU, he hopes to continue his education with a master's degree in creative writing.

Tau Sigma National Honor Society

Briana Tyler, Student Success and Academic Excellence and Tau Sigma National Honor Society

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

KU Email Signature

We are excited to share our accessible email signature for staff and faculty. This signature features the university’s official maroon color and is accessible for all audiences by removing gold and any logos. In this document, you will find instructions for Outlook on PC, Mac and the web app (OWA). We encourage the entire campus community to welcome and utilize this new signature to further advance our brand both on and off campus, and to align our efforts toward accessibility.

University Relations

President's Open Hour

Faculty, staff and students are invited to stop by and talk with President Cavalier during his open hour 2 p.m. Monday, Feb. 9, MSU Fireside Lounge. President Cavalier welcomes your thoughts, concerns and suggestions regarding KU.

Office of the President

Global Connections Hour

Please join the International Initiatives Committee for a Global Connections Hour 11 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 10, 250 MSU. This social hour is a welcoming space for international faculty, students and friends of the global campus community to come together, enjoy light refreshments and connect across cultures. This casual gathering provides an opportunity to share stories, traditions and experiences while meeting new people in a relaxed setting. Whether you are new to campus or a longtime member of our community, Global Connections Hour is a chance to celebrate diversity, build friendships and learn from one another.

Mathias J. Le Bossé, International Initiatives Committee

Governance Committees: Fall 2026 Willingness to Serve

Please use this online form to indicate your willingness to serve on University Governance Committees. Log in using your full KU email address and password. Please indicate your willingness to serve by 11:59 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 24. Engage access questions can be sent to Leah Cassellia at casselli@kutztown.edu. Information about governance committees, including mission statements, bylaws and current memberships can be found at Governance Committee Descriptions. No need to indicate willingness to serve on a committee on which you are already serving for the 2026-2027 academic year.

Gregory Shelley, University Senate Vice President

Assessment Grant Call for Proposals

The Office of Assessment is accepting applications for 2026-2027 Assessment Grants. The maximum grant request may be funded up to $5,000, with individual stipends limited to $2,500. For full details on the scope of the grant and application form, visit the Assessment Office website. Applications are due Monday, March 2. Questions may be directed to Christine Núñez at nunez@kutztown.edu; or faculty may drop in to 201 Graduate Center, 8-11 a.m., Wednesdays or Thursdays.

2026 Assessment Grants: Call for Proposals

Christine Núñez, Office of Assessment

University Curriculum Committee

The next University Curriculum Committee (UCC) meeting will be held Thursday, Feb. 26. The proposal deadline is noon Thursday, Feb. 12. Please submit proposals to the UCC SharePoint site. Contact Brian Meares at meares@kutztown.edu with any questions.

Brian Meares, University Curriculum Committee

Free Walk-in Math Tutoring

The Department of Mathematics offers free walk-in peer tutoring for students in mathematics classes from MATH 17 through and including the Calculus sequence. Please encourage your students to take advantage of this valuable resource. Tutors are available 2-5 p.m., Monday through Thursday, times and locations may vary.

Math Tutoring

Brian Kronenthal, Mathematics

Faculty and Staff Appreciation Game: Women's Basketball vs. Shippensburg

Athletics would like to recognize the hard work and support of the KU faculty and staff at our women's basketball game 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 11, Keystone Arena. All faculty and staff in attendance will be entered in a raffle to take home some KU gear. Please remember to bring your KU ID card and check in at the table in the lobby.

Renee Hellert, Athletics