News Releases
The Office of University Relations produces news releases on special events, speakers and campus community accomplishments. Browse the links below to find the top stories making news at KU, or review the links under "news releases" to the left for all releases.
Top News Stories
In the news: John Howell White
In the Reading Eagle newsmakers series, Dr. John Howell White, chair, Department of Art Education & Crafts, is profiled.
Baseball, softball seasons come to a close
Kutztown University's baseball and softball teams saw their seasons end over the weekend. Baseball fell in the regional final, while softball's storybook run in the NCAA Championships ended in the national semifinal. Read about both teams at the athletics website.
Kutztown University Holds Spring Commencement 2012
Kutztown University of Pennsylvania held its spring commencement ceremonies on Saturday. More than 1,200 undergraduate and graduate students participated.
KU senior a study in independence
Genevieve Smith will graduate Saturday as part of KU's Class of 2012. Read about her inspiring journey in this feature from the Reading Eagle.
Honorary doctorates to be presented at commencement
Kutztown University officials will award honorary doctorates to two esteemed alumni - Lieutenant General Richard C. Zilmer '74, USMC (Ret.), and Eric D. Schaeffer '84 at spring 2012 commencement ceremonies on Saturday, May 12, in the Michael O'Pake Fieldhouse.
KU alum wins NEA Award for Excellence
Kutztown alumnus Danielle Kovach has received the top National Education Association award, the Award for Excellence. Along with the honor, Kovach was awarded $25,000 at the Gala event in Washington in February.
2012-13 student award winners
Kutztown University students compose a formidable group of scholars and academics in a wide array of fields. KU and its academic departments are committed to recognizing these students and showcasing the achievements and dedication of these students. View current list of 2012-13 award winners.
Falcons Sign Robbie Frey as Undrafted Free Agent
Former Kutztown University football standout Robbie Frey has signed a free agent contract with the Atlanta Falcons of the National Football League.
KU honors 2012 Chambliss Award winners
Kutztown University celebrated the recipients of its annual Academic Achievement Awards in a ceremony on April 13 in the McFarland Student Union building.
Tennis player named PSAC Champion Scholar
Kutztown University's Bilawal Suri earned the Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference Champion Scholar Award for men's tennis.
For Shemekia Copeland, performing in Kutztown, blues is in her blood
The acclaimed blues singer, only in her early 30s, has been performing for nearly two decades. She recently sang at the famed Apollo and at the White House. She will be at Kutztown University tonight.
The Conversation: F. Javier Cevallos, president
President Cevallos sat down with the Reading Eagle: Business Weekly to discuss state funding and the KU budget as well as the continual dedication to the development of the community which KU displays and the efforts taken by the Career Development Center to prepare students for meaningful employment and successful careers.
KU in the news for April 2
Kutztown University was in the news several times over the last few days, including articles on buying patterns, Easter on the Farm and America Reads.
Music professor honored with Frank Scott Memorial Award
Kutztown University music professor David Cullen was honored at a Pat Martino concert on Tuesday where he was presented with the Frank Scott Memorial Award by the Berks Arts Council.
KU football honored at State Capitol
After winning the program's first Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference championship in the Golden Bears' 96-year history, the Kutztown University football team was honored in Harrisburg in the State Senate during the morning session on Wednesday.
