BSMS Spring Session 1 Ends
2017-02-04 | IL
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Spring Census
2017-02-06 | IL

BSMS Spring Session 2 Begins
2017-02-06 | IL

Forum Series - 14 Traits of leadership: Chris Czarnik
2017-02-08 15:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Severson Auditorium – Scarborough Hall, IL
Leadership is hard to define but easy to see. This seminar analyzes the fourteen traits that leaders must demonstrate on a daily basis in order for others to follow them and for you to lead your own life. We will also discuss the most common mistakes that new leaders make and how to avoid them. Chris Czarnik is a national career search expert with 12 years of job search counseling and motivational speaking experience. His innovative approach to job search has helped thousands of people land rewarding careers.
The event is free and open to the public. A reserved ticket is required. Contact the Box Office at 815-226-4100 or boxoffice@rockford.edu to reserve your free ticket. The Clark Arts Center is accessible.

‘Read Aloud of Black American Voices’
2017-02-09 12:00 - 16:00, 2017-02-23 15:00 - 16:00, 2017-02-24 12:00 - 13:00 | Fisher Memorial Chapel, Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
In recognition of Black History Month, the Rockford University English Department is hosting the 8th Annual “Read Aloud of Black American Voices.” Prof. Michael Perry will be leading discussions focused on James Baldwin’s The Fire Next Time.
The first hour-long discussions will be held Thursday, Feb. 9, at noon and 3 p.m. in Fischer Chapel, with others scheduled for Thursday, Feb. 23, at 3 p.m. and Friday, Feb. 24, at noon. Learn more about the event.
Paper and electronic copies of the book are available at the Howard Colman Library. For more information, contact Michael Perry at mperry@rockford.edu.

Relevé: A Rising up Gala
2017-02-18 17:30 - 23:00 | Regents Hall – Burpee Student Center, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
The dance program at Rockford University is enjoying its own relevé – its own rising up. Directly serving students from around the world enrolled in its curricular and co-curricular activities, the Performing Arts Department also has taken an active role in providing learning opportunities for our region. Now is the time to support that kind of growth and commitment. We hope you agree and will join us for some fun with a purpose.
The night will feature a social hour and silent auction, dinner and program, and dancing and entertainment in Regents Hall. Tickets are $125/person.

Success Workshop: Searching and Applying to Internships and Graduate School
2017-02-22 12:00 - 13:00 | Faculty Dining Room – Burpee Student Center, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Join us next Wednesday, Feb. 22, for our Success Workshop on Searching for Internships and Applying to Graduate School! The fantastic folks over in Career Development will share helpful information and tips that’ll help prepare you for your next steps towards graduation and beyond!
Date: Wed, Feb. 22
Time: 12 – 1 pm
Location: Faculty Dining Room, next to Dining Hall, Burpee Center
For more information, contact Dr. Karen Walker, Director of the Office of Student Success and Retention, at kwalker@rockford.edu.

Swedish Festival 2017
2017-02-23 17:00 - 19:00 | Fisher Memorial Chapel, Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Swedish Festival is just around the corner. Join us for delicious Swedish pancakes or maybe have a try of Swedish traditional Glogg! This event if admission Free for all.

Forum Series - The Great American Trailer Park Musical
2017-02-23 19:30 - 21:30, 2017-02-24 19:30 - 21:30, 2017-02-25 19:30 - 21:30, 2017-02-26 14:00 - 16:00 | Maddox Theatre, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
You’ll want to sing along with The Great American Trailer Park Musical, a naughty, bawdy, mischievous, and dysfunctional Florida community set to music.
Directed by Professor Jeff Hendry

Show runs Thurs.—Sat., Feb. 23—25, at 7:30 p.m.
Sun., Feb. 26, at 2 p.m.
Maddox Theatre, Clark Arts Center
$12 adults, $9 students and seniors
Contact the Box Office at 815-226-4100 or boxoffice@rockford.edu to reserve your ticket(s). The Clark Arts Center is accessible.

Last day to file pass/fail forms
2017-02-24 | IL

Anniversary of Signing of Charter, February 25, 1847
2017-02-25 | IL

Forum Series - Charter Day Convocation
2017-02-27 | Maddox Theatre, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
The 170th anniversary of the signing of the charter for Rockford University includes an academic procession of faculty in traditional robes depicting their rank, with stoles representing their respective alma maters and degrees.
This year’s special guest speaker will be Beloit College President Scott Bierman, Ph.D.
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The event is free and open to the public. A reserved ticket is required. Contact the Box Office at 815-226-4100 or boxoffice@rockford.edu to reserve your free ticket. The Clark Arts Center is accessible.

Mid-term exams 02/27/17- 03/03/17
2017-02-27 - 2017-03-03 | IL

Supporting Immgrant Survivors of Abuse
2017-02-27 11:00 - 12:30 | Faculty Dining Room – Burpee Student Center, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
The Office of Compliance and Title IX hosts “drop in” webinar to educate about protections, support and laws governing immigrant students and employees. A short discussion will follow about what we currently have in place on our campus to support immigrant survivors. If you cannot attend the full session, feel free to participate in the portion your schedule allows.

170th Charter Day Celebration
2017-02-27 17:00 - 19:00 | Regents Hall – Burpee Student Center, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Immediately following our Charter Day Convocation, please join us for a birthday celebration!
5:00-7:00 p.m.
5:30 p.m., Remarks and program
Regents Hall, Burpee Student Center
Reception with complimentary hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar
Rockford University is turning 170, and we invite you to join in our birthday celebration! RSVPs kindly appreciated by e-mail at alumni@rockford.edu or online at https://ru170.eventbrite.com.
Can’t attend? Wish us Happy Birthday on Facebook at www.facebook.com/RockfordUniversity.Alumni
