Daily Brief
May 30, 2025
Attend the June 5 Ribbon Cutting of the Hawkinson Welcome Center
Join the Kutztown University and Kutztown community for the ribbon cutting of the Hawkinson Welcome Center at 10 a.m. today, Thursday, June 5. Refreshments and building tours will be provided. The new Hawkinson Welcome Center includes a renovation of the Poplar House and a new 10,300 square foot addition, which includes a lobby and gathering space with a reception/information counter with interactive displays and kiosks; a large multi-purpose meeting room, capable of both table seating for receptions or lecture style layout for presentations; a catering kitchen to support special events; offices for a portion of admissions department staff; and a lounge for student tour guides. The building will be named in honor of university president, Dr. Kenneth S. Hawkinson.
University Relations
Weather
Weather forecasts are provided by KU's Dr. Michael Davis and "Monsoon Mike" Regensburger
Stalled front of the area keeps things unsettled. Mostly tranquil conditions today before a strong low pressure moves through overnight. Heavy rain is expected during the evening and overnight. High temperature near 77.
Announcements
June 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
Honoree List for June 4 Faculty and Staff Recognition Picnic
The annual Faculty and Staff Recognition Picnic will be held 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, June 4, O’Pake Fieldhouse, to recognize our faculty, managers, professional staff and support personnel who have reached significant service milestones in their careers and those who have retired or will be retiring from Kutztown University. A list of all the honorees is available on the Human Resources page of the Kutztown website.
University Relations
Jenelle Henry Receives Service Award for Outstanding Leadership and Dedication to PennACE
Jenelle Henry, assistant director of the Career Development Center, has been honored with the prestigious Donna Dentler Service Award by the Pennsylvania Association of Colleges and Employers (PennACE). Presented by the PennACE Executive Board, this award recognizes members who have demonstrated exceptional service and commitment to the association. Over the past decade, Jenelle has made significant contributions to PennACE, serving in various servant leadership roles including President, Conference Chair, and Communications Chair.
Kerri Gardi, Career Development Center
Upcoming Events
| Date | Time | Event |
| May 30 | 2 p.m. | Reception: Sue Mangold Old Main Concourse |
| June 4 | 11:30 a.m. | Faculty and Staff Recognition Picnic O'Pake Fieldhouse (RSVP | Honoree List) |
| June 5 | 10 a.m. | Ribbon Cutting Hawkinson Welcome Center |
| June 5 | 1:30 p.m. | Council of Trustees Committee Meetings 322, 323, 324, 325 MSU |
| June 5 | 3 p.m. | Council of Trustees Plenary Session 250 MSU |
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.