California University of Pennsylvania

A MESSAGE FROM INTERIM PRESIDENT JONES

It was wonderful to see so many people at Student Convocation. Not every question can be answered at a single session, so let me remind you about some of the services available to our students.

FIRST ROBOTICS COMPETITION RETURNS

Robots come out to play this year’s FIRST Robotics challenge, RECYCLE RUSH, March 5-7 in the Convocation Center. Watch 54 teams put their robots to the test in the exciting FIRST Robotics Greater Pittsburgh Regional Competition.

ONLINE UNDERGRADUATES EARN TIMELY DEGREES

Nine out of 10 students who begin an online bachelor’s degree program at Cal U earn their diploma within six years. That success rate earned Cal U a No. 4 ranking on the U.S. News Short List, published online by U.S. News and World Report.

VISIT CAL U: WE'RE WAITING FOR YOU!

Prospective students and their families may register now to attend one of three Academic Open House programs this semester. Visitors can tour the campus, meet faculty members and talk with students. Register online now or give Cal U a call.

FREE EVENTS CELEBRATE BLACK HISTORY MONTH

Discuss hot-button issues with nationally recognized experts. Learn from a groundbreaking spoken word artist. Explore the history of black fraternities and sororities, and much more. Check out Cal U's free Black History Month programs.

WARM UP! REGISTER FOR SUMMER COLLEGE

Registration for Summer College opens Jan. 20. Summer College offers more than 200 undergraduate and graduate courses for Cal U and visiting students. Daytime, evening and online courses are available. Click 'more' to access the full schedule.

NOMINATIONS OPEN FOR 2015 COMMUNITY CHAMPIONS

Do you know someone whose efforts benefit Cal U and its students? Nominate that person for the 2015 Cal U Community Champions Award! Employees and current students are NOT eligible. Click 'more' for info and the online nomination form.

RECOMMEND A VULCAN

Do you know someone who you feel would be a good fit at Cal U? Is so, make a referral through Cal U's new Recommend a Vulcan program. Click 'more' to refer a potential student today.

2/28, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Cal U Theatre and Dance presents 'Proof'

Cal U’s Department of Theatre and Dance will open its 2015 spring season with “Proof,” a drama by American playwright David Auburn. Curtain time is 8 p.m. Feb. 26-27, with shows at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. Feb. 28. All performances are in the Blaney Theatre.

2/28, 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Cal U Theatre and Dance presents 'Proof'

Cal U’s Department of Theatre and Dance will open its 2015 spring season with “Proof,” a drama by American playwright David Auburn. Curtain time is 8 p.m. Feb. 26-27, with shows at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. Feb. 28. All performances are in the Blaney Theatre.

3/5, 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

FIRST Robotics Competition Returns

The Greater Pittsburgh Regional FIRST® Robotics Competition returns to the Convocation Center March 5-7. The public may attend. Admission to the Convocation Center is free.

3/6

Graduation Applications Due March 6

Graduation is not automatic; students must apply if intending to graduate this May. Commencement mailings and important emails will be sent ONLY to students who have applied by the deadline of March 6, 2015.

3/6, 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

FIRST Robotics Competition Returns

The Greater Pittsburgh Regional FIRST® Robotics Competition returns to the Convocation Center March 5-7. The public may attend. Admission to the Convocation Center is free.

3/7, 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM

FIRST Robotics Competition Returns

The Greater Pittsburgh Regional FIRST® Robotics Competition returns to the Convocation Center March 5-7. The public may attend. Admission to the Convocation Center is free.

3/18, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Southwestern Pennsylvania Regional Science Olympiad

The 2015 Southwestern Pennsylvania Regional Science Olympiad will take place at the Convocation Center on March 18.

3/19, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

"The Confederate Flag: Symbol of Hate or Freedom of Speech?"

A panel discusses the powerful feelings evoked by this iconic image from the U.S. Civil War on Feb. 19 at 7 p.m. in Morgan Hall Room 222.

4/11, 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Honors Convocation

The University recognizes academic excellence on the part of master’s, bachelor’s and associate degree-seeking students by honoring Presidential Scholars at this annual event.

4/24, 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Southwestern Pennsylvania BotsIQ Final

For the third consecutive year the Southwestern Pennsylvania BotsIQ finals will be held at Cal U's Convocation Center. The event will run April 24-25 and the public may attend. Admission to the Convocation Center is free.

4/25, 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Southwestern Pennsylvania BotsIQ Final

For the third consecutive year the Southwestern Pennsylvania BotsIQ finals will be held at Cal U's Convocation Center. The event will run April 24-25 and the public may attend. Admission to the Convocation Center is free.

6/22, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Summer Educational Enrichment for Kids (S.E.E.K)

SEEK, Cal U’s annual Summer Educational Enrichment for Kids program, will offer two weeklong sessions this summer for children entering grades 1-8. Classes will be held June 22-27 and July 20-23. Sessions begin at 8:30 a.m. and end at 4 p.m. daily.

6/23, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Summer Educational Enrichment for Kids (S.E.E.K)

SEEK, Cal U’s annual Summer Educational Enrichment for Kids program, will offer two weeklong sessions this summer for children entering grades 1-8. Classes will be held June 22-27 and July 20-23. Sessions begin at 8:30 a.m. and end at 4 p.m. daily.

6/24, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Summer Educational Enrichment for Kids (S.E.E.K)

SEEK, Cal U’s annual Summer Educational Enrichment for Kids program, will offer two weeklong sessions this summer for children entering grades 1-8. Classes will be held June 22-27 and July 20-23. Sessions begin at 8:30 a.m. and end at 4 p.m. daily.

6/25, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Summer Educational Enrichment for Kids (S.E.E.K)

SEEK, Cal U’s annual Summer Educational Enrichment for Kids program, will offer two weeklong sessions this summer for children entering grades 1-8. Classes will be held June 22-27 and July 20-23. Sessions begin at 8:30 a.m. and end at 4 p.m. daily.

6/26, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Summer Educational Enrichment for Kids (S.E.E.K)

SEEK, Cal U’s annual Summer Educational Enrichment for Kids program, will offer two weeklong sessions this summer for children entering grades 1-8. Classes will be held June 22-27 and July 20-23. Sessions begin at 8:30 a.m. and end at 4 p.m. daily.

7/20, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Summer Educational Enrichment for Kids (S.E.E.K)

SEEK, Cal U’s annual Summer Educational Enrichment for Kids program, will offer two weeklong sessions this summer for children entering grades 1-8. Classes will be held June 22-27 and July 20-23. Sessions begin at 8:30 a.m. and end at 4 p.m. daily.

7/21, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Summer Educational Enrichment for Kids (S.E.E.K)

SEEK, Cal U’s annual Summer Educational Enrichment for Kids program, will offer two weeklong sessions this summer for children entering grades 1-8. Classes will be held June 22-27 and July 20-23. Sessions begin at 8:30 a.m. and end at 4 p.m. daily.

7/22, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Summer Educational Enrichment for Kids (S.E.E.K)

SEEK, Cal U’s annual Summer Educational Enrichment for Kids program, will offer two weeklong sessions this summer for children entering grades 1-8. Classes will be held June 22-27 and July 20-23. Sessions begin at 8:30 a.m. and end at 4 p.m. daily.

7/23, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Summer Educational Enrichment for Kids (S.E.E.K)

SEEK, Cal U’s annual Summer Educational Enrichment for Kids program, will offer two weeklong sessions this summer for children entering grades 1-8. Classes will be held June 22-27 and July 20-23. Sessions begin at 8:30 a.m. and end at 4 p.m. daily.

7/24, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Summer Educational Enrichment for Kids (S.E.E.K)

SEEK, Cal U’s annual Summer Educational Enrichment for Kids program, will offer two weeklong sessions this summer for children entering grades 1-8. Classes will be held June 22-27 and July 20-23. Sessions begin at 8:30 a.m. and end at 4 p.m. daily.