News by Category - Families & Parents

January, 2012

  • ACADEMIC SCHEDULING CENTER OPEN THIS WEEKEND

    January 26, 2012

    Students: Do you need help registering for spring semester classes? Do you need an Academic Plan so you can file a Financial Aid Appeal? The Academic Scheduling Center in Noss Hall will be open this weekend to assist you.

  • FALL 2011 DEAN'S LIST

    January 25, 2012

    The Fall 2011 dean's list at Cal U recognizes students who earned a grade-point average of 3.25 or higher this semester.

December, 2011

  • CAL U OFFICES CLOSED FOR THE HOLIDAYS

    December 19, 2011

    With the exception of University Police, all Cal U offices will be closed for the holiday break from Dec. 24 through Jan. 1. Offices will re-open on Jan. 2.

  • THIS WEEK'S JOURNAL: GRANT WRITERS HONORED

    December 05, 2011

    A new edition of the Journal is available online. Headlines from the latest Journal include: Grant writer hits $1 million mark; PR prof works with weather service; Open House message: You can afford grad school. Click "more" to read the Journal now.

November, 2011

  • TODAY: NEW CONVOCATION CENTER TIP-OFF

    November 21, 2011

    Admission and parking are both FREE this weekend when Cal U opens its new Convocation Center. Women's basketball starts at 1 p.m. Dec. 4, with a men's basketball game at 3 p.m. Click "more" for details!

  • THIS WEEK'S JOURNAL: HOCKEY NIGHT AT CONSOL

    November 21, 2011

    A new edition of the Journal is available online. Headlines from the latest Journal include: Dec. 6 'Hockey Night' focuses on students; Entrepreneurs challenge students to 'dream big;' National Roll Call marks Veterans Day. Click "more" to read the Journal now.

  • THIS WEEK'S JOURNAL: ACADEMIC SUCCESS IN PSAC

    November 14, 2011

    A new edition of the Journal is available online. Headlines from the latest Journal include: Vulcan's academic success rate best in PSAC; Cal U among 'best colleges for vets;' Indigenous Peoples Institute aims to expand understanding. Click "more" to read the Journal now.

  • TODAY: HOCKEY NIGHT AT CONSOL ENERGY CENTER

    November 11, 2011

    Cal U men's and women's hockey, plenty of on-ice entertainment and an open skate on the Pittsburgh Penguins' home ice will be highlights of a student-focused Hockey Night in Pittsburgh on Dec. 6 at CONSOL Energy Center. Click "more" for details.

  • THIS WEEK'S JOURNAL: MISSION DAY XIII

    November 07, 2011

    A new edition of the Journal is available online. Headlines from the latest Journal include: Mission Day explores 'Self-Organized Education;' 'Extreme' event promotes entrepreneurship; Sale of clocks boosts scholarship funds; Trafficking summit set. Click "more" to read the Journal now.

October, 2011

  • THIS WEEK'S JOURNAL: CORE VALUES AWARD

    October 31, 2011

    A new edition of the Journal is available online. Headlines from the latest Journal include: Core Values Award honors penguins; PLCB grant boosts options@calu; Activist here for Native American Day; Students target buying alcohol for minors. Click "more" to read the Journal now.

  • TODAY: CAL U JOINS VETERANS DAY ROLL CALL

    October 31, 2011

    Send a powerful message to troops currently serving by participating in Remembrance Day National Roll Call. The names of more than 6,200 military members killed in Iraq and Afghanistan since the 9/11 terrorist attacks will be read outside the Natali and at schools nationwide starting at 8 a.m. Nov. 11.

  • THIS WEEK’S JOURNAL: MISSION DAY XIII

    October 23, 2011

    A new edition of the Journal is available online. Headlines from the latest Journal include: This week: Mission Day, security conference; Natali student center adds late-night options; Students take 9/11 donations to Shanksville. Click "more" to read the Journal now.

  • THIS WEEK'S JOURNAL: SECURITY CONFERENCE

    October 10, 2011

    A new edition of the Journal is available online. Headlines from the latest Journal include: Alumni to speak at Homeland Security Conference; Free counseling offered to area vets; PSO returns to campus; Gay athletes, allies topic of talk. Click "more" to read the Journal now.

  • TUITION BILLS AVAILABLE ONLINE ONLY

    October 07, 2011

    The Bursar's Office will NOT send paper bills for the October or November tuition due dates. Students should check their account status on VIP to avoid possible delays with Spring 2012 registration.

  • HOMECOMING GOES 'AROUND THE WORLD' OCT. 16-22

    October 07, 2011

    Travel with Cal U on an 'around the world' adventure during Homecoming 2011, celebrated Oct. 16-22. Highlights include the annual Homecoming Parade at noon Oct. 22, followed by Vulcan football at 3:30 p.m. Click "more" for the full schedule of events.

  • CAL U TO BOLSTER CAMPUS POLICE FORCE

    October 05, 2011

    President Angelo Armenti, Jr. has authorized the addition of three officers to the University Police Department and the purchase of two more patrol cars to strengthen security for Cal U students. Chief Bob Downey says this will enhance the 'visibility and effectiveness' of campus police.

  • THIS WEEK'S JOURNAL: HOTEL IS 'WIN-WIN'

    October 04, 2011

    A new edition of the Journal is available online. Headlines from the latest Journal include: President: hotel is 'Win-Win;' Soccer facility praised at dedication; 'Kids Talk Democracy' to mark Constitution Day. Click "more" to read the Journal now.

September, 2011

  • A SPECIAL MESSAGE FROM PRESIDENT ARMENTI

    September 28, 2011

    President Armenti addresses questions about campus security and shares information from University Police Chief Bob Downey. Click "more" to read this special message and find useful links.

  • TODAY: FALL DISCOVERY DAY

    September 26, 2011

    Cal U welcomes parents and prospective students to campus today for Fall Discovery Day. Cal U's Fall Discovery Days are a great way to explore all that Cal U has to offer in one fun, informational program.

  • READ THE JOURNAL ONLINE

    September 26, 2011

    A new edition of the Journal is available online. Headlines from the latest Journal include: Conductor, painter, symphony to share stage; Customized Cal Fusion 'app' available; Earth sciences to showcase research at GSA meeting. Click "more" to read the Journal now.

  • PRESIDENT CALLS HOTEL A 'WIN-WIN' FOR COUNTY, CAL U

    September 22, 2011

    President Angelo Armenti, Jr. joined state legislators, officials and members of the business community at groundbreaking ceremonies for a Hampton Inn and Suites hotel at California Technology Park. Click "more" for event details and a highlight video of the ceremony.

  • DOWNLOAD NOW: VERSATILE NEW CAL FUSION APP IS FREE

    September 22, 2011

    A new Cal Fusion application is available free on Apple iOS and Android devices. Designed specifically for the Cal U community, the free app keeps you in touch with campus news and activities, Vulcan sports, courses and more.

  • FAMILY WEEKEND ACTIVITIES BEGIN SEPT. 23

    September 21, 2011

    Family Weekend at Cal U is a growing tradition that brings parents, family members and friends together with their Cal U student for a weekend of fun and college memories. Parents and guests will have the opportunity to enjoy athletic events and participate in fun activities with their student.

  • CAL U DEDICATES STATE-OF-THE-ART SOCCER FACILITY

    September 13, 2011

    A dedication ceremony for Cal U's new state-of-the-art Phillipsburg Soccer Facility will take place at 1 p.m. Sept. 24 at the soccer field on Orchard Street. The site, formally known as Booster Field, now boasts artificial turf, new bleachers, scoreboard and lighting. Click "more" for event details and directions.

  • CAL U RECOGNIZED AS 2012 MILITARY FRIENDLY SCHOOL

    September 12, 2011

    For the third consecutive year, G.I. Jobs magazine has named Cal U one of the nation's top Military Friendly Schools. The publication honors the top 20 percent of colleges, universities and trade schools that embrace America's military service members and veterans as students.

  • READ THE JOURNAL ONLINE

    September 04, 2011

    A new edition of the Journal is available online. Headlines from the latest Journal include: New students discover 'Cal U For Life;' Cal U among 'best,' says Princeton Review; Grand Canyon on display. Click "more" to read the Journal now.

August, 2011

  • CAL U: FRANKLIN COVEY LEADERSHIP UNIVERSITY

    August 03, 2011

    Cal U has been named the world's first FranklinCovey Leadership University in recognition of its longtime commitment to character building and leadership training. Click "more" to learn about the campus-wide Cal U Leader for Life process.

July, 2011

  • TODAY: MOVE-IN DAY

    July 26, 2011

    Volunteers who wish to help new students move into the residence halls can register in the Natali Student Center Lobby beginning at 8:30 a.m. Aug. 25. First-year students will be arriving on campus from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Aug. 25. Click "more" for a schedule of events and additional information.

  • HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS TACKLE LEADERSHIP CAMP

    July 12, 2011

    This summer, 35 students from 17 area high schools participated in the 2011 Leadership Challenge, a weeklong camp that utilizes leadership education to help students reach their full potential. Click "more" to view a slideshow from the camp and to learn more about the Linda and Harry Serene Leadership Institute.

  • A MESSAGE TO STUDENTS: 'STAY POSITIVE'

    July 01, 2011

    As a new fiscal year begins, President Angelo Armenti, Jr. discusses the state appropriation for higher education, the new tuition rate and how Cal U will respond to these challenges.

June, 2011

  • SPRING 2011 DEAN'S LIST

    June 07, 2011

    The Spring 2011 dean's list at Cal U recognizes students who earned a grade-point average of 3.25 or higher this semester.

  • EXHIBITION HIGHLIGHTS FILIPINOS IN AMERICA

    June 03, 2011

    "Singgalot (The Ties That Bind)" continues through July 19 in Manderino Gallery. The exhibition, organized by the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Services, explores the tenuous political relationship between the United States and the Philippines.

  • SUMMER PROGRAM OFFERS HELP WITH READING

    June 01, 2011

    The Cal U Reading Specialist Program offers diagnostic testing and remedial tutoring in reading for children in grades 1-12. Sessions are meeting weekdays, June 22 to July 28.

May, 2011

  • SECOND SEEK SESSION CONTINUES THROUGH JULY 22

    May 27, 2011

    Summertime fun begins at Cal U with SEEK, the Summer Educational Enrichment for Kids program. Weeklong summer camps for children in grades 1-8 are held from 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. June 20-24 and July 18-22. Click "more" for registration information and images from the 2010 SEEK camp.

  • CALIFORNIA BOROUGH 'SPRING CLEAN UP'

    May 03, 2011

    The California Borough Council is offering students free curbside pickup of household items May 2-5 and May 9-12, in addition to regular Friday pickups on May 6 and May 13. Residential recyclables may be dropped off May 4-6 in the borough parking lot. Click "more" for collection details.

April, 2011

  • CONGRESSIONAL ART CONTEST WINNERS HONORED

    April 26, 2011

    Winners of the annual Congressional Art Competition will be announced April 30 at a 3 p.m. program in Manderino Library. The winning artwork from each participating Congressional district will be displayed in the U.S. Capitol for a year.

  • TODAY: PIKE RUN YOUTH FISHING FESTIVAL

    April 13, 2011

    The 16th annual Pike Run Youth Fishing Festival will take place 8 a.m.-3 p.m. April 23 at Rotary Park, off Route 88 in California. Young anglers can fish a stocked stream of nearly 800 rainbow, brook and golden trout. Click "more" for additional event details.

  • CONTRACTS EXTENDED FOR PRESIDENT, CHANCELLOR

    April 08, 2011

    Chancellor John C. Cavanaugh and 11 PASSHE university presidents, including Cal U President Angelo Armenti, Jr., will have their contract extended through June 30, 2014.

  • ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE DAYS

    April 04, 2011

    Cal U's Faculty Professional Development Committee will present the fifth annual Academic Excellence Days April 20-21. A variety of activities designed to stimulate academic excellence will take place each day from 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Click "more" for event details.

March, 2011

  • COMEDY DUO KICKS OFF CAL U RELAY FOR LIFE APRIL 1

    March 28, 2011

    Emmy Award-winning comedians A pair of Nuts! will kick off Cal U’s Relay for Life event at 7 p.m. April 1 in the quad outside of Herron Hall. Throughout the night and following day, relay teams will be walking and running to celebrate the lives of people who have battled cancer. Click “more” for additional event details.

  • CAL U DAY AT PNC PARK: LAST DAY TO ORDER TICKETS

    March 03, 2011

    March 28 is the final day to order tickets for Cal U Day at PNC Park on April 9, presented by the Cal U Sports Management Club. A $20 ticket includes an Outfield Box seat, post-game fireworks and a $5 voucher for food, beverage or merchandise. Click “more” for additional information and an order form.