Rockford University

Midterm grades due in Registrar's Office
2017-10-19 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Midterm grades due by 11:59pm
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Responsible Employee Training: New Employees
2017-10-19 08:30 - 09:30 (America/New_York) | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
All employees of Rockford University are required to complete responsible employee training surrounding Title IX /sexual misconduct and gender-based harassment, discrimination, and retaliation of persons harmed or wronged. This session is for New Employees of Rockford University who participated in fall 2017 new employee orientation. Additional training information will be provided when you register. Contact, equitytraining@rockford.edu if you have questions.

Midterm grades available on Self Service
2017-10-20 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
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Fall break-no classes, offices closed
2017-10-20 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States

Fall Phone-a-thon
2017-10-22 17:30 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Fall Phone-a-thon connects current students with alumni and friends of Rockford University.

Domestic Violence Programming: Many Faces of Domestic Violence silhouette display
2017-10-23 - 2017-10-31 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Did you know that every MINUTE 20 people are victims of intimate partner violence? The Compliance and Title IX office and Lang Health partner to raise awareness of domestic and intimate partner violence through the “Many Faces of Domestic Violence” display.
Stop by the Burpee Center to see the many faces of domestic violence display until the end of the month. Visit Rockford.edu for other Domestic Violence Awareness Month initiatives.

Throw Balls, Not Punches - Dodgeball Tournament to Raise Awareness of Domestic Violence
2017-10-23 19:00 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | Seaver Physical Education Center, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
The tournament will be at 7 p.m. on Oct. 23 in the multipurpose room in Seaver. Teams of six are required for entry into the tournament, but there will also be games available for students who don’t want to play as teams!
To enter your team, email Taylor Larson at tlarson@rockford.edu. Provide your team name, names of all six players, and at least one email address for bracket information. Come have some fun playing or just watching! Help spread awareness for domestic violence!
*This is a Student Activities sponsored event and is only open to the Rockford University campus community.​​

Annual Responsible Employee Training: Fall Renewal
2017-10-24 11:00 - 12:15 (America/New_York) | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
All Employees of Rockford University are required to complete Responsible Employee Training surrounding Title IX /sexual misconduct and gender-based harassment, discrimination, and retaliation of persons harmed or wronged. This interactive workshop is for employees renewing their annual training from fall 2016. Additional details are provided when you register online. Questions about the training may be directed to Office of Compliance and Title IX at TitleIXCoordinator@rockford.edu, 815-226-2842.

Domestic Violence Programming: Put a Nail in It
2017-10-24 11:30 - 2017-10-25 13:30 (America/New_York) | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Did you know domestic violence is the 3rd leading cause of homelessness among families? We aim to help put an end to domestic violence as supporter of the “Put a Nail in It,” an initiative sponsored by Safe Horizons and the No More campaign. This is the second year RU has participated in solidarity with survivors of domestic violence.
How can you support?: Meet us at the Den, have your ring finger painted purple (the nationally recognized color for domestic violence awareness) and spread the word! Simple as that and takes less than 10 minutes. The Put a Nail in It awareness program will be held Oct 24 & Oct 25. We extended the time for Oct 24 until 2:30.
Meet and get your nail painted by student athletes, members of the Title IX Team and the new Lang Health Counseling staff. This program is a partnership of RU Athletics, Compliance and Title IX and Lang Health. Questions? Contact LaShun McGhee at lmghee@rockford.edu.

Athletics New Logo Reveal
2017-10-24 12:00 - 12:30 (America/New_York) | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Come and see the Rockford Regents’ fierce new look! Rockford University Athletics is unveiling a new suite of logos, and they want to invite students, faculty and staff to the big reveal:
Tuesday, Oct. 24 at Noon
Burpee Student Center lobby
In addition to being the first to see our exciting new suite of logos, the campus community will hear remarks from RU President Dr. Eric W. Fulcomer and enjoy a visit from Reggie the Regent!

Shine a Light on Domestic Violence - Glow in the Dark Capture the Flag
2017-10-24 20:00 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
There is no sign-up necessary for this awesome event! Just show up on the quad outside Burpee at 8 p.m. on October 24. From there, students will be divided into two teams and given colored glow-sticks to distinguish their teams. Come play capture the flag and help us shine a light on domestic violence by spreading awareness!
Please note this event may be cancelled in the event of inclement weather. Check back here Tuesday afternoon for the latest information!

RU Pledge and Proclamation for Domestic Violence Prevention
2017-10-25 11:30 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Join the Compliance and Title IX Office and Lang Health, students, employees, and several other campus partners to read a proclamation for taking a stand against domestic violence. With 1 in 4 women and 1 in 7 men experiencing the impact of domestic violence in their lifetime, we encourage you to stand in solidarity by reading the proclamation to stand up for, stand with, and speak out against this societal issue.
Wednesday, Oct. 25, after the campus starts “putting a nail in domestic violence” at 11:30 a.m., we will pause for a moment to read the proclamation and pledge at 12:15 p.m. At 12:30 p.m., we will witness the launch of “Beautiful,” a video created by RU Student Michael Jender in recognition of domestic violence awareness and bullying awareness month. He will share the inspiration behind creating the video. The video will be available on the Title IX page after the launch. All activities will be held in The Den area.
*This is a Student Activities sponsored event and is only open to the Rockford University campus community.

Annabelle 3: Scary Movie
2017-10-26 20:00 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | Severson Auditorium – Scarborough Hall, IL
Come watch Annabelle 3 in Severson (Scar) Auditorium at 8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 26, 2017.
*This is a Student Activities sponsored event and is only open to the Rockford University campus community.​​

Future Regent Visit Day
2017-10-28 10:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Don’t BE frightened by college visit days, get frightened AT them! Check out our spook-tacular Future Regent Visit Day on Saturday, October 28.
Don’t worry, you won’t be scared by our friendly faculty at the academic fair, by the admission information, or our delicious options at lunch. However, you may want to grab your flashlight for our haunted campus tour!
Following the event, stay to watch our Regents take on Concordia Wisconsin on the football field. Reserve your spot at https://www.rockford.edu/admission/visit/visitdayeventsregistration/.

Crescent Circus
2017-10-28 20:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Maddox Theatre – Clark Arts Center, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
The Crescent Circus delivers a fusion of international award-winning magic, circus stunts featured on “The Tonight Show” and wildly interactive comedy. Students will be the stars of the show as their minds are read and they even get to FEEL the magic happen. With knives whirling through the air as performers balance on top of each other, doves appearing out of nowhere and costumes changing in a flash, The Crescent Circus has something for everybody.
*This is a Student Activities sponsored event and is only open to the Rockford University campus community.

BSMS Fall Session 1 grades due
2017-10-30 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States

Academic advising/registration for Spring semester and Summer term
2017-10-30 00:00 - 2017-11-17 23:59 (America/New_York) | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Academic advising/registration for Spring semester and Summer term for all continuing graduate, undergraduate, and BSMS students.
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Responsible Employee Training: Special Session
2017-10-30 08:00 - 09:45 (America/New_York) | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
All Employees of Rockford University are required to complete Responsible Employee Training surrounding Title IX/sexual misconduct and gender-based harassment, discrimination, and retaliation of persons harmed or wronged. This session is for employees who were invited to new employee orientation, but may not have attended and for continuing employees who have missed training for one year or more. Additional details are provided when you register online. Questions about the training may be directed to Compliance and Title IX Officer, LaShun McGhee, 815-226-2842.

The Dreamcatcher Foundation: Brenda Myers-Powell
2017-10-30 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Maddox Theatre – Clark Arts Center, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Co-founder and executive director of the Dreamcatcher Foundation, Brenda Myers-Powell was a product of human trafficking at the age of 14, when she escaped an abusive home life and learned to navigate the streets of Chicago. She endured continued abuse and addiction for 25 years as a prostitute and survived to mentor young women out of the same path. Now, Myers-Powell educates on the perils of human trafficking with a raw edge not for the faint of heart.
Part of Rockford University’s Forum Series, this free lecture will be offered in Clark Arts Center’s Maddox Theatre on our Rockford campus, 5050 E. State St.

Early Registration Begins
2017-10-31

All Campus Bonfire
2017-11-02 20:00 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Come to the Cummings complex this Thursday for an all-campus bonfire! There will be smores, glow in the dark bags, and glow in the dark volleyball.
*This is a Student Activities sponsored event and is only open to the Rockford University campus community.​​

Artist Lecture and Art Gallery Reception
2017-11-03 17:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
The artist Erin Furimsky will be giving a public lecture about her work in Art History Room 111 in the Clark Arts Center at 5 p.m. Immediately following, there will be a public reception for her solo exhibition, “Beneath Repetition” at the Rockford University Art Gallery in the Clark Arts Center from 6-8 p.m.
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.

Pride & Pizza
2017-11-03 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Local drag queens, professional dancers and performers will share their experiences with prejudice in everyday situations and the workplace, as well as their experiences as performers. Pizza and drinks will be provided.
*This is a Student Activities sponsored event and is only open to the Rockford University campus community.​​

BSMS Fall Session 2 Ends
2017-11-04 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States

'The Monster Within' Documentary Film Screening Followed by Q&A
2017-11-04 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
“The Monster Within,” a documentary film produced by students of the Harlem High School Veteran Project, will be shown at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 4 in Maddox Theater. The film focuses on the post-war struggles that veterans Alex Feggestad and James Thew faced when returning home. A Q&A with the filmmakers and the featured veterans will follow the film screening. In addition, two teacher panelists will address use of oral histories in the classroom.
This event is free and open to the general public, made possible by funding from the Library of Congress.

BFA Senior Seminars: Acting/Directing and Musical Theatre
2017-11-04 19:30 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
See Performing Arts students present one-person productions. Saturday, Nov. 2 highlights acting and directing, while Sunday, Nov. 3 focuses on musical theatre.

BSMS Fall Session 3 Begins
2017-11-06 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States

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.

Trivia Night
2017-11-08 20:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | The Den – Burpee Student Center, IL
Campus Activities Board (CAB) will host a trivia night Wednesday, Nov. 8, at 8 p.m. in The Den. Winner will receive free wings!
*This is a Student Activities sponsored event and is only open to the Rockford University campus community.​​

Future Regent Visit Day
2017-11-10 10:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Crunch through the leaves of our 150 acres, enjoy cider and conversation with our top-notch faculty at an academic fair, chat about admissions processes, take on the challenge of our scavenger hunt tour, have lunch, and more at Future Regent Visit Day! Reserve your spot today at: https://www.rockford.edu/admission/visit/visitdayeventsregistration/.
