Daily Brief

KU, SBDC Participate in 2025 BBEC Business and Education Summit

The 2025 Berks Business and Education Coalition (BBEC) Business and Education Summit was a resounding success, bringing together more than 175 business and education leaders from across Berks County to explore innovative ways to prepare Pennsylvania's future workforce. A highlight of the morning was a keynote address by Dr. Carl J. Sheperis, vice provost, titled "The Ubiquity of AI: Shaping Business and Education." Sheperis shared insights on the growing impact of artificial intelligence in education and business, underscoring Kutztown University's role in preparing students and organizations for the evolving workforce landscape. Nancy Walker, Pennsylvania Secretary of Labor and Industry, delivered remarks emphasizing the state's initiatives to strengthen career pathways and workforce development. Her message reinforced the commonwealth's ongoing commitment to bridging business, education and government to build sustainable economic growth. The event featured success stories such as East Penn Manufacturing's School-to-Work program, demonstrating how collaboration between employers and educators creates career-ready graduates and supports Pennsylvania's manufacturing sector. Representing KU and the Kutztown Small Business Development Center (KUSBDC) were Dr. Philip Cavalier, university president, and David Patti, PASBDC Advisory Council President and BBEC President. Additional attendees included Kerri Gardi, Lori Lentz, Lorena Bravo, Rachael Wolfe, Aaron Springer, Mark Rentschler and graduate assistant and MBA candidate Soufiyane Belyamani. Lorena Bravo, Bilingual Business Consultant with the Kutztown SBDC, continues to volunteer at regional business and education events, demonstrating the Center's commitment to community engagement, professional development and entrepreneurship resources. The Kutztown SBDC, part of the Pennsylvania Small Business Development Centers network, provides no-cost, confidential consulting to help entrepreneurs start, grow and strengthen their businesses. To learn more or request free consulting, visit the Kutztown University Small Business Development Center website.

Rachael Wolfe, Kutztown Small Business Development Center

40% Off Apparel and Gift

Save 40% on apparel and gift today only, Tuesday, Nov. 18, at the KU Campus Store. In store and online. Excludes other sales and discounts. Cannot be stacked.

KU Campus Store

Voctave to bring Heavenly Voices to Schaeffer Auditorium Nov. 19

KU Presents! will introduce its audience to the celestial vocal style of Voctave, a Florida-based, 11-member a cappella group, 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 19, Schaeffer Auditorium. Voctave specializes in Disney and Broadway songs, interspersed with jazz and Christmas music during the holiday season. All of their exquisite arrangements are created by Jamey Ray, who has had his work sung by Pentatonix, The King’s Singers, The Swingles and others. Tickets can be purchased online or by calling 610-683-4092. KU students can access $15 tickets by logging in for tickets with their MyKU login, or get all performances for just $25 with our new student membership.

Tickets

KU Presents!

Limited Parking on Campus

Public Safety and Police Services would like to inform the campus community that parking will be limited Thursday, Nov. 20, and Friday, Nov. 21. Please see the list below for event details and parking lots that will be impacted. Thank you for your understanding.
- Thursday, Nov. 20: High Center Event - Lots A2, A3
- Friday, Nov. 21: Art Education Conference - Lots A2, A3

Danielle Santos, Public Safety and Police Services

Kutztown University Information Channel

KUIC, the Kutztown University Information Channels, are operated by the Department of Web and Digital Media in the Division of University Relations and Athletics, in conjunction with offices and departments throughout the university. Recent improvements to the system have made a more visually appealing, informative experience for students, faculty and staff. The channels consist of two zones that can promote campus events and announcements: a general campus interest zone and a department interest zone. To submit an announcement to the general campus interest zone, complete this form.

Mike Regensburger, University Relations and Athletics

Can Your Office Provide a Micro-Internship for a Student?

The Career Development Center is rolling out the micro-internship program here on campus. Micro-internships are project-based, short-term experiences that give students the opportunity to build skills, make connections and get paid. If you have a project for the winter break that you would like some student assistance check out the micro-internship webpage.

Career Development Center

World Philosophy Day Lecture Nov. 20

The Department of Philosophy and Government presents the 13th Annual UNESCO World Philosophy Day Lecture 4:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 20, 183 MSU. The lecture by Philip Pettit, Laurence Rockefeller University Professor of Human Values at Princeton University and Distinguished University Professor of Philosophy at the Australian National University, is titled, "Democracy: The What, The Why and The How." Pettit is an influential political philosopher who has made significant contributions to republicanism, free will and foundations of social sciences. In this lecture, he will address the issue of democratizing states and significance of this process for bringing greater justice to the life of humanity today. In his own words, “However far we are to realize justice in our world, whether within regimes or across regimes, we must be able to recruit states to the cause. That requires in the first place, that states achieve some degree of democratization. So, it is imperative for those of us who support the cause that we be clear about the what, the why and the how of democracy." This will be an exciting event which will have a Q&A session as well. The campus community is cordially invited to attend the lecture and participate in the discussion on this important topic. Faculty teaching courses relevant to the topic are requested to bring their classes to the lecture. A list of Pettit’s books can be found online. This lecture is supported by the President's Strategic Initiatives Program and the Office of the Dean, College of Liberal Arts and College.

Dr. Ashraf Adeel, Philosophy and Government

Last Day for Tutoring

The last day for tutoring for Fall 2025 is Wednesday, Dec. 3. Students can sign up for tutoring in Starfish using the tutor link next to their course, or by using the "I Need Help" button if tutoring is not listed for the class. APM appointments can be scheduled in Starfish under the APM box in "My Services." Please encourage your students to take advantage of these services. Tutoring Services is located at 26 Rohrbach Library. Contact Tutoring Services at 610-683-4207 or tutor@kutztown.edu with questions or visit the website for additional information.

Adam Troxel, Tutoring Services

January 2026 Assessment Day

We invite faculty to join us for the January Assessment Day, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 21, 250 McFarland Student Union. Volunteers will go through a norming session together before lunch. Pairs will then break off to assess and rate student work products from Spring 2025 SLO 5 in categories A1-4 and FYSM. Volunteers should plan to attend the entire day and bring a laptop. Register online. Please feel free to share this information with your colleagues and encourage them to attend. For any questions or concerns, email gepac@kutztown.edu.

General Education Program and Assessment Committee

Women's Soccer Seeded Third in Atlantic Region, Draws Fairmont State in Opening Round of NCAA DII Championship

The Kutztown University women's soccer team was seeded third in the Atlantic Region and is set to return to Rockwell Field in West Chester, Pa., to face the Fairmont State Fighting Falcons at 10 a.m. Friday, Nov. 21, in the first round of the NCAA Division II Women's Soccer Atlantic Region Championship. The Golden Bears (13-5-1 overall) will make their fifth-straight appearance in NCAA regional action and 14th trip overall.

Women's Soccer Selected to NCAA Tournament

Sports Information

Championship Game MVP Pohlman named PSAC East Defensive Athlete of the Week

Brayden Pohlman, the 2025 PSAC Football Championship Game Most Valuable Player, was named the season's final PSAC East Defensive Athlete of the Week Monday, Nov. 17. Pohlman registered four tackles for loss and two sacks as the Golden Bears won their third straight league title with a 28-23 victory over IUP last Saturday.

Pohlman Named PSAC East Defensive Athlete of the Week

Sports Information