BSMS Fall Session 3 Begins
2017-11-06 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
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Art Gallery Hours
2017-11-06 15:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Visit the gallery from 3-6pm to see Erin Furimsky’s solo exhibition, “Beneath Repetition” at the Rockford University Art Gallery in the Clark Arts Center.
Erin Furimsky’s meticulous details reflect elements of domesticity, floral motifs, and calligraphy. The fullness of the ceramic sculptures give the illusion of buoyancy, complementing the vivid surface treatment. Fragments and layers accumulate organically across the bulbous surfaces of Furimsky’s sculptures, leaving a sense of order remaining as the embellishments are coupled with linear patterns and blocks of solid color.

'War! What is it Good for?' Phi Beta Kappa Speaker Price V. Fishback
2017-11-13 16:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Fisher Memorial Chapel – Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
‘War! What is it Good for?’
Phi Beta Kappa Speaker Price V. Fishback
Monday, November 13, 4 p.m.
Fisher Memorial Chapel
Is war good for the economy? Many people seem to think so, and they often cite the American experience during World War II as an example: “World War II brought us out of the Great Depression.” “Americans never had it so good, producing more guns and more butter.” We fought the War to prevent the Axis from establishing fascism throughout large parts of the world. But make no mistake. To fight the War, Americans had to sacrifice. University of Arizona economics professor Price V. Fishback, Ph.D., talks about both the amazing output of the war effort and how much Americans lived without in the process. It is important to remember, however, that the sacrifices in the rest of the world were much larger, because so little fighting took place on American soil.

The Cost of Convenience: Judge Thomas Lynch and Attorney John Hardison
2017-11-14 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Cash advancements and credit cards are readily available to us, but do consumers really understand the costs that come with convenience? We evaluate the true cost of borrowing by examining credit card offers, payday loans, and other fast-cash methods that are popularly advertised to college students. Judge Thomas Lynch, who in 2012 was appointed to the U.S. Bankruptcy Court Northern District of Illinois’ Western Division, presents alongside his law clerk and adjunct instructor at the Northern University Illinois College of Law, John Hardison, an attorney who represented banks and other financial institutions while practicing at an international law firm based in Chicago.

Northern Illinois Regional TeacherFest
2017-11-15 17:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Rockford University Career Development will host its first annual Northern Illinois Regional TeacherFest, a job fair connecting future educators with school districts from from 5-7 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 15.
Up-and-coming graduates and alumni may attend this event in search of careers. Please see the official flyer with more information, or contact careers@rockford.edu!
To register for the fair, visit www.RUReadyJobs.com.

Deathtrap
2017-11-16 19:30 - 21:00, 2017-11-19 14:00 - 15:30 (America/New_York) | Cheek Theatre – Clark Arts Center, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Rockford University’s Performing Arts Department presents “Deathtrap” at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 16 through Saturday, Nov. 18, and at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 19.

Last day to withdraw with "W"
2017-11-17 08:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States

Thanksgiving Holiday-no classes
2017-11-22 00:00 - 2017-11-24 23:59 (America/New_York) | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States

Thanksgiving Holiday-offices closed
2017-11-23 00:00 - 2017-11-24 23:59 (America/New_York) | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States

Rockford University and OSF Co-Sponsor Professional Title IX Workshop
2017-11-30 08:00 - 15:30 (America/New_York) | OSF Health Sciences on Mulford, 3301. N. Mulford Rd, Rockford, IL, 61114, United States
Rockford University, OSF Saint Anthony College of Nursing and Husch Blackwell are partnering to offer a two-day, end-of-the-year Title IX training for local, state and regional colleagues. Day one, provided by law firm Husch Blackwell, will include current statutes, investigative report-writing and other key concepts. Day two training will be provided by local community experts surrounding intersectionality of domestic and sexual violence and alcohol.
Please see the links below for additional information. Audience: Title IX Teams, Title IX Officers/Coordinators, Campus Police, Support Staff (day two).

Training Registration is managed by Husch Blackwell.
Visit RU’s training event page.

Questions, please contact Office of Compliance and Title IX at TitleIXCoordinator@rockford.edu
or Pam Clark.

Sport Management Symposium
2017-11-30 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Regents Hall – Burpee Student Center, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Experts in sport and recreation management—including representatives from the Rockford Park District, Rockford Area Venues and Entertainment Authority, Rockford sports teams like the IceHogs and Aviators, and brands beyond from Madison and Chicago—will answer questions and share their tips for career success. This annual event is organized by members of Professor Jason Hunter’s Senior Seminar class.

Rockford University and OSF Co-Sponsor Professional Title IX Workshop
2017-12-01 08:00 - 15:30 (America/New_York) | IL

The Effects of Gamma Rays on Man in the Moon Marigolds
2017-12-02 20:00 - 21:30 (America/Chicago) | Clark Arts Center, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Rockford University’s Performing Arts presents its first directing senior seminar, The Effects of Gamma Rays on Man in the Moon Marigolds, at 8 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 2.

BSMS Fall Session 2 Grades Due
2017-12-04 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States

Dance Workshop and Coreographers' Showcase
2017-12-06 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Clark Arts Center, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Rockford University’s Performing Arts Department presents a Dance Workshop and Choreographers’ Showcase at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 6.

Winter Concert - Leonard Bernstein at 100
2017-12-06 19:30 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Maddox Theatre – Clark Arts Center, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Rockford University’s Performing Arts Department presents its annual Winter Concert on Wednesday, Dec. 6, at 7:30 p.m.
Tickets are free but required
815.226.4100 to reserve
Free will donations accepted at the door
BoxOffice@rockford.edu
Our choral/vocal concerts in December and May each year highlight the impressive work of our choral groups: Regent Singers, Vocal Collective, Women’s Ensemble, and Gospel Choir. These compelling programs feature a broad variety of music from classical choral repertoire and contemporary a cappella to jazz and musical theater works.
This December, students from the Musical Theater, Dance, and Acting/Directing programs will join the choirs in a celebration of Leonard Bernstein’s 100th birthday, featuring selections from Chichester Psalms, Mass, West Side Story, On the Town, Wonderful Town, and others.

Last Day of Classes
2017-12-08 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States

December Graduate Recognition Ceremony
2017-12-09 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
More information to come.
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Final Exam Period
2017-12-11 08:00 - 2017-12-15 17:00 (America/New_York) | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States

BSMS Fall Session 3 Ends
2017-12-16 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States

All final grades due in Registrar's Office
2017-12-17 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
All final grades due by 11:59pm
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Degree Award Date
2017-12-22 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States

January Interim Term (J Term)
2018-01-02 08:00 - 2018-01-12 17:00 (America/New_York) | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States

Last day to make arrangements for tuition
2018-01-03 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Last day to make arrangements for Spring semester tuition.
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BSMS Fall Degree Award Date
2018-01-08 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States

BSMS Fall Spring Session 1 Begins
2018-01-08 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States

Orientation/Registration for all new students
2018-01-12 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Winter Welcome Day: January 12, 2018
Are you a new or transferring student to Rockford University?! Mark your calendars for Winter Welcome Day on January 12, 2018. Time is TBD and more details to come! Stay tuned!
Attendance is required of all New Students.
If you have questions regarding Welcome Day, please contact Alex Johnson, Director of Student Involvement and Orientation, at apjohnson@rockford.edu or 815.394.5035.

Martin Luther King Day-no classes, offices closed
2018-01-15 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States

BSMS Fall Session 3 Grades Due
2018-01-15 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
