Rockford University

35mm: A Musical Exhibition
2019-11-21 19:30 - 21:30 (America/Chicago) | Maddox Theatre – Clark Arts Center, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
A picture is worth 1,000 words — what about a song? Can a picture inspire a song or fifteen? In 35mm, each photo creates a unique song, moments frozen in time, a glimmer of a life unfolding, a glimpse of something happening. A stunning new multimedia musical, which explores a groundbreaking new concept in musical theatre. This intricately woven collection of stories told through song re-imagines what the modern American musical can be.
By Ryan Scott Oliver and directed by Professor Timm Adams, inspired by the photography of Matthew Murphy.
*Warning: For mature audiences only. Viewer discretion is advised.

Purchase your tickets today! Single ticket admission for adults $12, seniors age 55 and up, and students is $9 unless otherwise noted. Group rates are available. Dates and locations are subject to change.

What You Need to Know About Safe Sex
2019-11-26 11:00 - 13:00 | The Den – Burpee Student Center, IL
Stop by our table at the Den to learn about safe sex basics, resources, and tips to help you live at your best!
We will also have information about our free and confidential HIV testing, which will be offered on Dec. 2 at Lang Wellness Center by the Winnebago County Health Department.

What You Need to Know about STI's
2019-12-02 11:00 - 13:00 | The Den – Burpee Student Center, IL
We talked about safe sex last week, but sexually transmitted infections are on the rise.
In addition to safe sex, learn the basics to ensure you are taking care of your health.

Arabic Language Day
2019-12-03 12:00 - 14:00 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Please join the Rockford University UN Club and Saudi Club for a celebration of Arabic Language Day on Tuesday, December 3 from 12-2 in the Faculty Dining Room. In the hallway near the cafeteria, there will be poster presentations and delicious Arabic breakfast foods for you to sample. At 12 pm, 12:30 pm, 1 pm, and 1:30 pm, there will be a presentation on the history of the Arabic language and its many dialects.
Each participant will receive a card with an Arabic phrase they select.

Hanging of the Greens
2019-12-03 16:30 - 18:30 | Johnson Alumni Center, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Join us for this year’s Hanging of the Greens as we get ready for the upcoming holiday season. Enjoy appetizers and refreshments and a holiday performance by the Rockford University Vocal Collective. Reserve your spot below!

December Recognition
2019-12-07 11:00 - 13:00 | Maddox Theatre – Clark Arts Center, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
View the full Academic Calendar 2019-20.

Chicago Shopping Bus Trip
2019-12-08 08:30 - 20:00 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
You are invited to one of our most popular events, the Rockford University Chicago Shopping Bus Trip. Charter buses are reserved for RU alumni, families, parents, and friends.
-Meet at Rockford University Parking Lot A at 8:30 a.m.
-Take off from Rockford University Parking Lot A at 9 a.m.
-Drop off in Chicago, corner of Superior and Rush around 11 a.m.
-Pick up in Chicago, corner of Superior and Rush at 6 p.m
– Return to Parking Lot A, Rockford University, around 8 p.m.
Registration is now closed. We look forward to seeing you on Sunday!
*If a cancellation is needed prior to the Chicago Shopping Bus Trip, please call us at 815-394-5190 or email alumni@rockford.edu. All cancellations must be made prior to Monday, December 2, to receive a full refund.

End of Fall Semester
2019-12-13 08:00 - 17:00 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Fall semester classes end.

Winter Break- Offices Closed
2019-12-23 08:00 - 2020-01-01 17:00 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
University offices will be closed from Monday, December 23- Wednesday, January 1 in observance of winter break.
Normal office hours will resume on Thursday, January 2.

ROAR Transfer Registration
2020-01-09 09:00 - 14:00 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Regents Off and Running (ROAR) is a registration event specifically focused on transfer students. Meet with your faculty advisor to sign up for classes, chat with Financial Aid, get your student ID card, and find out about all of the services Rockford University can offer; all in one day!
ROAR is by appointment only so call the Office of Admission at 815-226-4050 or toll-free at 800-892-2984 to schedule your appointment.

NIATM Math Invitational
2020-01-16 16:00 - 19:30 | Starr Science Center, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Rockford University welcomes eleven regional high schools to campus Thursday, January 16 for the 2020 NIATM Math Invitational, the Northern Illinois Association of Teachers of Mathematics’ annual math competition.
The invitational, organized and hosted by Rockford University’s Math Program with the help from numerous volunteers, is set for 4 -7:30 p.m. in the Starr Science Center. Hundreds of competitors from 11 local high schools—Belvidere, Boylan, Byron, Harlem, Hononegah, Rochelle, Rockford Christian, Stillman Valley, Winnebago, Woodstock and Woodstock North—will attend the event with their coaches for individual and team tests in several categories. For more information, questions, or volunteering, please contact Dr. Filiz Dik, fdik@rockford.edu

Winter Orientation
2020-01-17 18:00 - 20:00 | Regents Hall – Burpee Student Center, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Throughout Winter Orientation, you will learn about valuable resources on campus and beyond, interact with a variety of student leaders, and participate in unique social experiences to make lasting connections with your classmates. Mark your calendars for Winter Orientation January 17, 2020 from 6 pm – 8 pm. Winter Orientation is a fun and exciting orientation presented over dinner that will get you #RegentReady for your Rockford University experience!
To register please visit www.rockford.edu/welcome
If you have questions regarding Winter Orientation, please contact Alex Johnson, Director of Student Involvement and Orientation at apjohnson@rockford.edu or 815-394-5035.

Martin Luther King Day- Offices Closed
2020-01-20 08:00 - 17:00 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
The University offices will be closed in observance of Martin Luther King day.

Spring Semester Begins
2020-01-21 08:00 - 17:00 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Spring semester classes begin.

FORUM: Orchesis & Rockford City Dance Concert
2020-01-23 19:30 - 20:30 | Maddox Theatre – Clark Arts Center, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Produced in collaboration with various local artists under the direction of our new Assistant Professor of Dance, Lindsay Hawkins, in honor of Jayne Poor. Rockford University’s dance company, Orchesis, was originally founded by the late Professor Jayne Poor, who is remembered for her passionate dedication to dance as an artist and educator at our institution and in the Rockford community.

Student Leadership Program Information Session #1
2020-01-29 12:00 - 13:00 | President’s Dining Room – Burpee Student Center, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
The Office of Student Life is now hiring Student Leaders for the academic year of 2020 – 2021! Rockford University’s Student Leadership Program is comprised of a wide range of opportunities. These opportunities provide you with possibilities that fit your schedule, your experience level, and your interests. Please join us at this Information Session to learn more about each position, the hiring process, and more!
The following paid positions are available:

Regent Experience Guides (Reggies)
Resident Assistants
Campus Activities Board Coordinators and Cabbies
Student Government Elected Officials
Commuter Council Members

Student Leadership Program Information Session #2
2020-01-29 16:00 - 17:00 | President’s Dining Room – Burpee Student Center, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States

Puri School of Business Breakfast Briefing
2020-01-30 07:30 - 08:45 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Leading from Within: Uncover your Best Team
You’re invited to the first Puri School of Business Breakfast Briefing of Spring 2020 on January 30, 2020. Enjoy a free hot breakfast on your way to work and hear Dr. Mandolen Mull, Puri School of Business Chairperson, share successful strategies for building teams and improving interactions with peers.
Check-in begins at 7:15 a.m. and the event will conclude at approximately 8:45 a.m.
View the flyer here!

Alan Hutchcroft Alternative Spring Break Information Session #1
2020-01-30 16:00 - 17:00 | Faculty Dining Room – Burpee Student Center, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
The Alan Hutchcroft Alternative Spring Break (AHASB) has provided students the opportunity to participate in Habitat for Humanity’s Collegiate Challenge since 1995. The Collegiate Challenge is an alternative spring break program that provides opportunities for university students to spend their school break building a house in partnership with the local Habitat for Humanity affiliate.
A Collegiate Challenge trip may be the best spring break trip you will ever have! Not only do you help people in need but you will create lasting friendships and enjoy unique team-building experiences. You’ll have the chance to improve your carpentry skills, connect with new people, and make a real difference in Habitat for Humanity’s work of eliminating substandard housing.
Join us at this Information Session to learn more about this amazing opportunity and ask any questions you may have.

Lunar New Year 2020
2020-01-30 17:00 - 19:00 | Regents Hall – Burpee Student Center, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
The Rockford University Chinese Club and Office of Global Affairs will host Lunar New Year 2020 in Regent’s Hall, Burpee Center on Thursday, January 30 from 5-7 p.m.
This year’s celebration promises some special treats with a gallery of hot pot, hot and cold Chinese beverages, paper cutting, dumpling making, and Chinese puzzles and games. Enjoy a sample of authentic Chinese food with beef, chicken, pork, seafood, and vegetarian options. Listen to live music sung by our very own Rockford University students. Learn about Chinese culture.
In case of inclement weather, the event will be held on Wednesday, February 5.

Atlanta Alumni Gathering
2020-01-30 17:00 - 20:00 | Sonesta Gwinnett Place Atlanta, 1775 Pleasant Hill Road, Duluth, GA, 30096, United States
Cohosted by Tom Heiser ’84.
Please join us at ArtBar, a gastropub with signature dishes and drinks in a local art-inspired atmosphere, any time between 5-8 p.m. on January 30, 2020, for the opportunity to meet and enjoy time with Rockford University alumni in the Atlanta area. This is a free event, refreshments and appetizers included! Reserve your spot below.
Questions? Please contact Denise Noe, AVP for Advancement at dnoe@rockford.edu or 815-394-3756. We hope to see you there!
Directions:
From the Atlanta Hartsfield – Jackson International Airport: Take I-85 North to Exit 104/Pleasant Hill Road. Turn right and go .5 mile. The Sonesta Gwinnett Place Atlanta hotel is on the right.
Sonesta Gwinnett Place Atlanta
1775 Pleasant Hill Road
Duluth, GA, USA 30096

FORUM: Emily Dickinson- How She Speaks to Modern Minds and Musicians
2020-01-31 12:00 - 13:00 | Fisher Memorial Chapel – Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Presented in collaboration with the Mendelssohn Performing Arts Center.
Grammy-winning musicians explore Emily Dickinson and how she speaks to the composers, musicians, and minds of today. Through modern musical settings of her poetry, we will discover the historical context from which she spoke and how we too might speak truth to power in peaceful, poignant, and fearlessly individualized ways.

Super Bowl Watch Party
2020-02-02 17:00 - 21:00 | Regents Hall – Burpee Student Center, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Join the Campus Activities Board and the Student Athletic Advisory Committee for the 2020 Super Bowl Watch Party! Watch the game on the big screen and enjoy wings, pizza, and snacks. Predict the scores for each quarter for your chance to win speakers, gift cards, a TV, and more!
The event will take place in at 5:00 pm in Regents Hall on Sunday, February 2nd.

Alan Hutchcroft Alternative Spring Break Information Session #2
2020-02-03 16:00 - 17:00 | Faculty Dining Room – Burpee Student Center, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States

Sexual Harassment Information and Prevention
2020-02-04 11:00 - 13:00 | Cafeteria
Stop by our table outside cafeteria to learn about sexual harassment and how to prevent it from occurring.

FORUM: You. Me. We.
2020-02-04 19:00 - 20:30 | Regents Hall – Burpee Student Center, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
An interactive program on racism, sexism, and LGBTQ issues especially for college students. You. Me. We. begins with a monologue that exposes the often-unintentional ugliness of prejudice, setting the stage for a lively discussion of diversity. The program follows students as they attempt to navigate the sometimes difficult terrain of multicultural campus relationships. During talk-backs, students can confront the characters and voice their own opinions on issues of racism, sexism, and LGBTQ issues. You. Me. We. is a 90-minute program that gets college students talking.

Student Leadership Program Information Session #3
2020-02-05 12:00 - 13:00 | Student Life Conference Room – Burpee Center, IL, United States

Student Leadership Program Information Session #4
2020-02-05 16:00 - 17:00 | President’s Dining Room – Burpee Student Center, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States

Business Management Information Session
2020-02-05 17:30 - 19:00 | Rock Valley College WTC Lobby, 3301 N Mulford Rd, Rockford, 61114
Transfer your associates with ease (now including AAS!). Rockford University’s Puri School of Business will host a free Business Management Information Session on Wednesday, February 5, 2020, beginning at 5:30 p.m. Anyone interested in learning more about earning RU’s Business Management Bachelor’s Completion is encouraged to attend. Attendees will be provided an in-depth look at how the program helps advance career opportunities, including details on program and admission requirements. Hear from a panel of current and former students who will provide insight on their experiences with the program. Guests also will be able to speak one-on-one with program advisors and faculty.
The information session will conclude at approximately 7 p.m.
There is no cost to attend, but registration is requested. To learn more about the Business Management information session and to register, call 815-226-4040 or visit www.rockford.edu/bsmsinfo to reserve a spot today. The session will be held in the Woodward Technology Center Lobby on Rock Valley College’s campus, located at 3301 Mulford Rd, Rockford, IL.

Admitted Student Day
2020-02-08 10:00 - 14:30 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Congratulations on your admission to Rockford University! We can’t wait to share more about the student experience with you and we hope that your friends and family will join you as well.
This day is all about giving you an inside look at life as a student at Rockford University. Here is what you can expect out of the day:
Attend a class where you won’t just get a lecture but you’ll actually be able to participate.
Explore student life on campus through our Choose Your Experience session.
Enjoy a delicious Harry Potter-themed feast based on an actual campus event hosted during the school year.
Talk with our financial aid experts if you have any questions about affording your Rock Solid education.
Cheer on the Regents at the men’s and women’s basketball games following this event. We will provide tickets for you and any friends or family members who want to attend.
Campus tours will be available upon request, but we feel confident that by the end of the day you will know your way around campus as if you’ve been a student here for 4 years!
