BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Rockford University - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.rockford.edu X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Rockford University REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20230312T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20231105T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20240310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20241103T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241001T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241001T115000 DTSTAMP:20260427T113336 CREATED:20240812T150350Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240812T150350Z UID:10008423-1727780400-1727783400@www.rockford.edu SUMMARY:Success Workshop: Crush Your Mid-Terms DESCRIPTION:Effective study strategies for mid-terms and other exams\nHosted by The HUB for Academic & Research Success (formally CLS) URL:https://www.rockford.edu/calendar-item/success-workshop-crush-your-mid-terms-2/ LOCATION:Rockford University\, 5050 E. State St. \, Rockford\, IL\, 61108\, United States CATEGORIES:Campus Wide Event (Public) ORGANIZER;CN="The HUB for Academic &%3B Research Success":MAILTO:KChapmanNeal@Rockford.edu GEO:42.2640342;-89.0197305 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Rockford University 5050 E. State St. Rockford IL 61108 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=5050 E. State St.:geo:-89.0197305,42.2640342 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241003T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241003T213000 DTSTAMP:20260427T113336 CREATED:20240604T201924Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240604T201924Z UID:10008385-1727983800-1727991000@www.rockford.edu SUMMARY:The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee DESCRIPTION:In this musical\, an eclectic group of six mid-pubescents vie for the spelling championship of a lifetime. While candidly disclosing hilarious and touching stories from their home lives\, the tweens spell their way through a series of (potentially made-up) words\, hoping never to hear the soul-crushing\, pout-inducing\, life un-affirming “ding” of the bell that signals a spelling mistake. Six spellers enter; one speller leaves a champion! At least the losers get a juice box. URL:https://www.rockford.edu/calendar-item/the-25th-annual-putnam-county-spelling-bee/2024-10-03/ LOCATION:Rockford University\, 5050 E. State St. \, Rockford\, IL\, 61108\, United States CATEGORIES:Campus Wide Event (Public),PA Performance GEO:42.2640342;-89.0197305 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Rockford University 5050 E. State St. Rockford IL 61108 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=5050 E. State St.:geo:-89.0197305,42.2640342 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241004T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241004T213000 DTSTAMP:20260427T113336 CREATED:20240604T201924Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240604T201924Z UID:10008386-1728070200-1728077400@www.rockford.edu SUMMARY:The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee DESCRIPTION:In this musical\, an eclectic group of six mid-pubescents vie for the spelling championship of a lifetime. While candidly disclosing hilarious and touching stories from their home lives\, the tweens spell their way through a series of (potentially made-up) words\, hoping never to hear the soul-crushing\, pout-inducing\, life un-affirming “ding” of the bell that signals a spelling mistake. Six spellers enter; one speller leaves a champion! At least the losers get a juice box. URL:https://www.rockford.edu/calendar-item/the-25th-annual-putnam-county-spelling-bee/2024-10-04/ LOCATION:Rockford University\, 5050 E. State St. \, Rockford\, IL\, 61108\, United States CATEGORIES:Campus Wide Event (Public),PA Performance GEO:42.2640342;-89.0197305 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Rockford University 5050 E. State St. Rockford IL 61108 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=5050 E. State St.:geo:-89.0197305,42.2640342 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241005T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241005T213000 DTSTAMP:20260427T113336 CREATED:20240604T201924Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240604T201924Z UID:10008387-1728156600-1728163800@www.rockford.edu SUMMARY:The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee DESCRIPTION:In this musical\, an eclectic group of six mid-pubescents vie for the spelling championship of a lifetime. While candidly disclosing hilarious and touching stories from their home lives\, the tweens spell their way through a series of (potentially made-up) words\, hoping never to hear the soul-crushing\, pout-inducing\, life un-affirming “ding” of the bell that signals a spelling mistake. Six spellers enter; one speller leaves a champion! At least the losers get a juice box. URL:https://www.rockford.edu/calendar-item/the-25th-annual-putnam-county-spelling-bee/2024-10-05/ LOCATION:Rockford University\, 5050 E. State St. \, Rockford\, IL\, 61108\, United States CATEGORIES:Campus Wide Event (Public),PA Performance GEO:42.2640342;-89.0197305 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Rockford University 5050 E. State St. Rockford IL 61108 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=5050 E. State St.:geo:-89.0197305,42.2640342 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241006T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241006T160000 DTSTAMP:20260427T113336 CREATED:20240919T213203Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240919T213203Z UID:10008449-1728223200-1728230400@www.rockford.edu SUMMARY:The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee DESCRIPTION:The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee\nOctober 3-6\, 2024 (Thursday-Saturday 7:30 pm; Sunday 2 pm)\nMaddox Theatre\, Clark Arts Center\nDirector\, Prof. Marissa Barnathan \nIn this musical\, an eclectic group of six mid-pubescents vie for the spelling championship of a lifetime. While candidly disclosing hilarious and touching stories from their home lives\, the tweens spell their way through a series of (potentially made-up) words\, hoping never to hear the soul-crushing\, pout-inducing\, life un-affirming “ding” of the bell that signals a spelling mistake. Six spellers enter; one speller leaves a champion! At least the losers get a juice box. \nTHE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE\nIs presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com URL:https://www.rockford.edu/calendar-item/the-25th-annual-putnam-county-spelling-bee-2/ LOCATION:Maddox Theatre\, 5050 E. State St. \, Rockford\, IL\, 61108\, United States CATEGORIES:Campus Wide Event (Public),PA Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.rockford.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/bee-8.5x11-02.png GEO:42.264048;-89.0197327 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Maddox Theatre 5050 E. State St. Rockford IL 61108 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=5050 E. State St.:geo:-89.0197327,42.264048 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241007T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241007T130000 DTSTAMP:20260427T113336 CREATED:20240930T152348Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240930T152348Z UID:10010938-1728298800-1728306000@www.rockford.edu SUMMARY:Japanese Origami Day DESCRIPTION:Students can stop by the origami table in the Den hallway to learn how to make an origami design from one of RU’s international Japanese students. \nAuthentic Japanese snacks and tea will also be available. URL:https://www.rockford.edu/calendar-item/japanese-origami-day/ LOCATION:Burpee Lower Hallway CATEGORIES:Campus Wide Event (Public),Office of Global Affairs END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241011T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241011T203000 DTSTAMP:20260427T113336 CREATED:20240930T143523Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240930T143523Z UID:10010937-1728673200-1728678600@www.rockford.edu SUMMARY:An Evening with NASA Engineer Renee Horton DESCRIPTION:Dr. K. Renee Horton\, NASA Airworthiness Deputy for the Electrified Powertrain Flight Demonstrator (EPFD) Project will speak at Rockford University\, cohosted by FORUM and the Illinois Section of the American Association of Physics Teachers. Dr. Horton is an advocate for diversity and inclusion in Science\, Technology\, Engineering\, and Mathematics (STEM)\, works diligently in the community for STEM education and outreach. \nFounder of Unapologetically Being\, Inc.\, a nonprofit for advocacy and mentoring in STEM\, Renee speaks worldwide and continues to make an impact for both personal and systemic change to change the face of STEM. Dr. Horton will discuss the intersection of science research\, life’s struggles\, and a career in STEM\, focusing on the theme of overcoming a disability. Through personal anecdotes and scientific accomplishments\, we will delve into the challenges faced highlighting the power of determination and perseverance in overcoming obstacles. \nJoin us as we discuss how resilience\, innovation\, and a passion for discovery can lead to success and inspire positive change in the world. URL:https://www.rockford.edu/calendar-item/an-evening-with-nasa-engineer-renee-horton/ LOCATION:Maddox Theatre\, 5050 E. State St. \, Rockford\, IL\, 61108\, United States CATEGORIES:Campus Wide Event (Public),Forum Series ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.rockford.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/kreneehorton-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="University Events":MAILTO:graduation@rockford.edu GEO:42.264048;-89.0197327 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Maddox Theatre 5050 E. State St. Rockford IL 61108 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=5050 E. State St.:geo:-89.0197327,42.264048 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241022T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241022T130000 DTSTAMP:20260427T113336 CREATED:20240930T153142Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240930T153142Z UID:10010939-1729594800-1729602000@www.rockford.edu SUMMARY:Study Abroad Fair DESCRIPTION:Students will learn about the study abroad options that Rockford University has to offer and how to start the process. Students who have already studied abroad will share their experiences. \nInformation will be available from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. in the Burpee Hallway by the Dining Hall on October 22\, 23 and 24th. Additionally\, there will be a presentation in Regents on the 23rd. URL:https://www.rockford.edu/calendar-item/study-abroad-fair/ LOCATION:Hallway of 2nd Floor Burpee\, 5050 E State St.\, Rockford\, 61103 CATEGORIES:Campus Wide Event (Public),Open House END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241023T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241023T135000 DTSTAMP:20260427T113336 CREATED:20240812T144153Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240930T154536Z UID:10008431-1729688400-1729691400@www.rockford.edu SUMMARY:Success Workshop: Cite It Right!! DESCRIPTION:Mastering Citation Skills\nHosted by The HUB for Academic & Research Success (formally CLS) URL:https://www.rockford.edu/calendar-item/success-workshop-cite-it-right/ LOCATION:Rockford University\, 5050 E. State St. \, Rockford\, IL\, 61108\, United States CATEGORIES:Campus Wide Event (Public) ORGANIZER;CN="The HUB for Academic &%3B Research Success":MAILTO:KChapmanNeal@Rockford.edu GEO:42.2640342;-89.0197305 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Rockford University 5050 E. State St. Rockford IL 61108 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=5050 E. State St.:geo:-89.0197305,42.2640342 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241023T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241023T145000 DTSTAMP:20260427T113336 CREATED:20240930T154314Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240930T154314Z UID:10011308-1729692000-1729695000@www.rockford.edu SUMMARY:Success Workshop: Reading Content DESCRIPTION:Techniques for Comprehension and Tests URL:https://www.rockford.edu/calendar-item/success-workshop-reading-content/ LOCATION:Rockford University\, 5050 E. State St. \, Rockford\, IL\, 61108\, United States CATEGORIES:Campus Wide Event (Public) ORGANIZER;CN="The HUB for Academic &%3B Research Success":MAILTO:KChapmanNeal@Rockford.edu GEO:42.2640342;-89.0197305 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Rockford University 5050 E. State St. Rockford IL 61108 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=5050 E. State St.:geo:-89.0197305,42.2640342 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241023T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241023T203000 DTSTAMP:20260427T113336 CREATED:20241003T161143Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241003T174006Z UID:10011309-1729710000-1729715400@www.rockford.edu SUMMARY:Forum Marquee Event “Design\, Luck\, and the Rockford Peaches: All Things Are Connected” DESCRIPTION:Barbara Gregorich\, author of the 1993 book\, Women at Play: The Story of Women in Baseball\, will speak on how and why she decided to research women baseball players and how her research for the historically significant\, but always elusive\, Maud Nelson led her across fifty years and half of the US—inevitably culminating with Rose Gacioch and the magnificent Rockford Peaches. URL:https://www.rockford.edu/calendar-item/forum-marquee-event-design-luck-and-the-rockford-peaches-all-things-are-connected/ LOCATION:Rockford University\, 5050 E. State St. \, Rockford\, IL\, 61108\, United States CATEGORIES:Campus Wide Event (Public) GEO:42.2640342;-89.0197305 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Rockford University 5050 E. State St. Rockford IL 61108 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=5050 E. State St.:geo:-89.0197305,42.2640342 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241029T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241029T115000 DTSTAMP:20260427T113336 CREATED:20240812T143609Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240930T154651Z UID:10008435-1730199600-1730202600@www.rockford.edu SUMMARY:Success Workshop: Demystifying Library Research DESCRIPTION:Locating Academic Sources\nHosted by The HUB for Academic & Research Success (formally CLS) URL:https://www.rockford.edu/calendar-item/success-workshop-demystifying-library-research/ LOCATION:Rockford University\, 5050 E. State St. \, Rockford\, IL\, 61108\, United States CATEGORIES:Campus Wide Event (Public) ORGANIZER;CN="The HUB for Academic &%3B Research Success":MAILTO:KChapmanNeal@Rockford.edu GEO:42.2640342;-89.0197305 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Rockford University 5050 E. State St. Rockford IL 61108 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=5050 E. State St.:geo:-89.0197305,42.2640342 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241029T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241029T125000 DTSTAMP:20260427T113336 CREATED:20240812T143438Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240930T154435Z UID:10008438-1730203200-1730206200@www.rockford.edu SUMMARY:Success Workshop: Beyond the Library DESCRIPTION:Navigating Online Sources\nHosted by The HUB for Academic & Research Success (formally CLS) URL:https://www.rockford.edu/calendar-item/success-workshop-beyond-the-library/ LOCATION:Rockford University\, 5050 E. State St. \, Rockford\, IL\, 61108\, United States CATEGORIES:Campus Wide Event (Public) ORGANIZER;CN="The HUB for Academic &%3B Research Success":MAILTO:KChapmanNeal@Rockford.edu GEO:42.2640342;-89.0197305 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Rockford University 5050 E. State St. Rockford IL 61108 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=5050 E. State St.:geo:-89.0197305,42.2640342 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR