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Leaving a Legacy: Joyce Kutz Wehr ’46 & Malonia Sullivan ’27

Though Joyce Kutz Wehr ’46 passed away in 2016, her legacy lives on at Kutztown University. Through planned giving, Joyce left the KU Foundation $2,402,063 toward four scholarships; ten years…

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Golden Bear Ambassador: Teresa M. Tieman Detweiler ’10

Teresa M. Tieman Detweiler ’10 only attended Kutztown University for three semesters—but those three semesters were life-changing. For Teresa, academic success would come from engaging with a truly supportive environment.…

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Molly MacDonald ’15: Turning Opportunity Into Impact

When it came to choosing a college, Molly MacDonald ’15 considered her options carefully. After her first trip to Kutztown University, she said, “My parents fell in love with it…

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Alumnus Returns to Campus Dedicate Small Business Development Suite

KUTZTOWN, Pa. – (September 4, 2025) – Georgian entrepreneur and executive David Natroshvili, who earned his MBA at Kutztown University in 2001, returned to campus not just to visit—but to…

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Donor Spotlight: Bilal A. Salaam ’06, M ’24

In a conversation about his time at Kutztown University—and his own philanthropy— Bilal A. Salaam ’06, M ’24 spoke candidly. “I wouldn’t be where I am today if I didn’t…

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Donor Spotlight: Lisa Frye ’90, M’93

Dr. Lisa Frye ’90, M’93 has had a fascinating career; but as a two-time Kutztown University alum and the Chair of the Computer Science and Information Technology Department, she’s always…

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William “Bill” Folk Jr. ’80 and Rebecca “Becky” (Bauman) Folk ’81, M‘89

William “Bill” Folk Jr. ‘80 and Rebecca “Becky” (Bauman) Folk ’81, M’89 met at Kutztown University. Though Bill studied computer science and Becky studied elementary education/early childhood education, they both…

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Donor Spotlight: Scott Lustig ’79

By: Rowan Hall ’26 For Scott Lustig ’79, the years spent wearing maroon and gold shaped not only his future but also his lifelong passion for giving back. A standout…

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KU Foundation Introduces AI-Powered Virtual Engagement Officer to Enhance Donor Connections

KUTZTOWN, Pa. – June 4, 2025 – The KU Foundation is pioneering a new era of donor engagement with the launch of Ava, its first-ever Virtual Engagement Officer (VEO), on…

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Donor Spotlight: Willis and Joan Rapp

Dr. Willis “Will” Rapp’s commitment to Kutztown University runs decades deep. In 1972, he was a student at West Chester University when his band director, Dr. James “Jim” Wells, asked…