Daily Brief
Nov. 10, 2021
#TOGETHER4PASSHE – PARTNERING FOR STUDENT SUCCESS
Whether you are a student, faculty/staff member, trustee or a graduate, you can speak to the impact of a State System education. Every month join the State System in sharing why extraordinary state support is critical for student success and the economic and social vitality of Pennsylvania's communities and the commonwealth. Learn more at www.passhe.edu/together4passhe.
University Relations
WEATHER
Weather forecasts are provided by KU's Dr. Michael Davis and "Monsoon Mike" Regensburger
High pressure over the Southeastern United States. Sunny skies are expected. Very mild and pleasant for mid-November. High temperature in the upper-60s. Winds north at 5-10 mph.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
HAPPY BIRTHDAY MARINE CORPS
Remembering the service of the U.S. Marine Corps over two centuries in our history. The U.S. Marine Corps has been instrumental to nearly all conflict in U.S. history from the American Revolutionary War to the recent attack on the U.S. Embassy in Baghdad. Kutztown University salutes the service of all Marine Corps military members, veterans and family members.
Office of Veterans Services
VETERAN ALUMNI SPIRIT AWARD RECIPIENT
It is with great pleasure to announce Mr. Wynton Butler '90, B.S. Public Administration, as Kutztown University’s 2021 Veteran Alumni Spirit Award recipient. Butler will be recognized for his service to our nation and great contributions to the community during half time at KU's military appreciation football game on Saturday, Nov. 13. The presentation will be made by President Hawkinson, select representatives from our student veteran organization and Steel Battalion R.O.T.C. The PSAC championship game against Clarion University starts at 12:05 p.m. Read more here.
Office of Veterans Services
KICKBOXING
Destress and remain active by joining us for our kickboxing event at 3-4 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 10, Multicultural Center.
Francesca Lesisko, Multicultural Center
FIFTH CET FALL PRESENTATION
The CET is pleased to offer the fifth CET fall presentation "Meeting Student Needs, In and Beyond the Classroom" by Michael Covello, Department of Art & Design, and Dr. Wendy Ryan, Department of Biological Sciences,11 a.m., Thursday, Nov. 11, via Zoom link https://kutztown.zoom.us/j/390059274. All are welcome, and participation certificates will be provided. Both projects are supported by a CET Pedagogical Development Grant, which is available again this semester. Faculty who are interested in applying for a CET grant are especially encouraged to attend this session for more information. More grant information can be found here. The application deadline is Nov. 15.
Yun (Amy) Lu, CET
EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH
Now is the time to submit nominations for the October Employee of the Month.
Alexis Martin, Human Resources
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
These are the non-instructional positions open on our online job board at http://employment.kutztown.edu (Menu to OOC postings).
Jeanette Forster, Human Resources
UPCOMING EVENTS
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Date |
Time |
Event |
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Nov. 7-13 |
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Veterans Awareness Week |
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Nov. 10 |
10 a.m. |
COVID-19 Testing |
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Nov. 10 |
10 a.m. |
Clay Club Cup Sale |
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Nov. 10 |
3 p.m. |
Provost Open Hour |
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Nov. 12 |
10 a.m. |
Vaccine Clinic |
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Nov. 15 |
5 p.m. |
AFSCME 2234 Membership Meeting |
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Nov. 16 |
10 a.m. |
Blood Drive |
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Date |
Time |
Event |
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Nov. 9 |
6 p.m. |
Women’s Soccer vs. Millersville (PSAC Quarterfinals) |
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Nov. 12 |
3 p.m. |
Men’s Basketball vs. Lincoln (Pa.) |
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Nov. 13 |
12 p.m. |
Football hosts PSAC Championship |
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Nov. 13 |
3 p.m. |
Men’s Basketball vs. Elizabeth City State |
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 University’s Title IX Coordinator located in the Office of Social Equity, Old Main A-Wing, Room 02, by phone at 610-683-4700 or by email at pena@kutztown.edu or 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.