First Day of Class
2017-01-17 | IL
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RU Afraid of the Dark
2017-01-21 08:00 - 22:00 (America/Chicago) | The Den – Burpee Student Center, IL
RU afraid of the Dark will be a fun and spooky event. Contestants will be blindfolded and asked to either identify objects just by touch and smell, or complete a series of tasks or obstacles while still being blindfolded!

Women's March Rockford
2017-01-21 10:00 - 12:00 | Lucette Salon and Spa, 508 East State Street, Rockford, 61104
The Rockford Women’s March will begin at Lucette Salon and Spa, located downtown at 508 East State Street, and will walk just less than a mile and end at Emmanuel Episcopal Church (412 Church Street). An ending reception at Emmanuel Episcopal Church will host a variety of organizations who work toward social justice and support women’s rights as human rights.

Last Day to Drop/Add Classes
2017-01-23 00:00 - 23:59 | IL
The deadline for dropping and/or adding a class is at 11:59 p.m.
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Last day to file credit/audit forms
2017-01-23 | IL

CAB Trivia Night
2017-01-25 08:00 - 22:00 | The Den – Burpee Student Center, IL
Come have fun with friends and test your knowledge at the monthly CAB Trivia Night. There will be prizes for the winning team, and light snacks will be served.

Forum Series - Rockford University Orchesis Dance Company in Concert
2017-01-26 19:30 - 2017-01-28 19:30 | Maddox Theatre – Clark Arts Center, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Rockford University Orchesis Dance Company in Concert
Action/(Re)Action
Thu-Sat, Jan. 26-28, 2017
7:30 PM
Maddox Theatre, Clark Arts Center
$12 adults, $9 students and seniors
Under the direction of Assistant Professor of Dance Amy Wright
The Rockford University Orchesis Dance Company presents their annual concert of classical and contemporary dance. New works by dance faculty members Amy A. Wright and Mitchell Stolberg include ballet, modern, dance theatre, contemporary jazz, and tap.

Gallery Reception for "Compact(ed)" with artists Kristina Paabus and Max Seinfeld
2017-01-27 18:00 - 20:30 | Clark Arts Center, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Compact(ed) with artists Kristina Paabus & Max Seinfeld
Exhibition Dates: Jan. 27 – March 3, 2017
Friday, Jan. 27
6-8:30 p.m., reception for the artists
5-6 p.m., artist lectures in CAC 111
In the works of Paabus and Seinfeld, moments of intimacy emerge amongst layers of tension. Both artists create balance using abstract, formal elements and explore architecture and language. The interplay of color, line, space, and texture in Max Seinfeld’s minute sculptures represents the action and emotion found in both relationships and the environment. Kristina Paabus’ drawings and prints use dramatic spaces and gestural lines to create complex environments that examine structural systems of logic. Seinfeld’s accents of color that highlight shapes and movement complement Paabus’ concentrated negative space and layering of patterns. Both artists explore spatial relationships with engaging details that instill a desire to investigate the constructs of society.

CAB Presents Comedian Jose Barrientos
2017-01-28 20:00 - 22:00 | The Den – Burpee Student Center, IL
Let loose with some laughs as comedian Jose Barrientos performs on campus.

Success Workshop - Time Management
2017-01-31 12:00 - 13:00 | IL
Students must balance classes, work, and extracurricular activities! When do you have time to study?! Join us to learn how to develop your own study schedule and manage your time efficiently!

Forum Series - Sex and the Law: C.L. Lindsay
2017-01-31 19:00 - 20:15 | Maddox Theatre, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Spring 2017 Forum Series Event – Attorney, author, and student advocate C.L. Lindsay will explain how the law applies to the more sordid parts of the college experience. Learn the legal aspects of consensual sexual issues, contraception, STDs, public nudity, sexting, stalking, and more.
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.

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

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

Spring Census
2017-02-06 | IL

Spring Club Fair
2017-02-07 12:05 - 14:30 | The Den – Burpee Student Center, IL
Yes, it’s that time of the year again – Club Fair time!
This semester’s club fair will be held on Tuesday, February 7, from noon to 2:30 p.m. in the Den and lining the walkway to the den. If you would like a spot reserved for your respective club at this fair, please contact Ronnie Robertson before noon on Monday, February 6, with the name of your club and a confirmation that you would like a table at the club fair.
If you have any questions about this recruitment opportunity for your club, please do not hesitate to ask.

Forum Series - 14 Traits of leadership: Chris Czarnik
2017-02-08 15:00 - 17:00 | 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 | 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.

Scholarship Day
2017-02-11 08:30 - 15:00 | IL
Prospective students for the Fall 2017 semester have the opportunity to compete for top-level scholarships. This event is by invitation only–please contact your Admission Counselor for scholarship application details.

Counselors available in Fisher Chapel
2017-02-16 09:30 - 17:00 | Fisher Memorial Chapel – Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Counselors from the Lang Health Center will be available in Fisher Chapel on Thursday, Feb. 16. Stop in anytime for cookies and hot chocolate, a quiet place to sit and a listening ear.

Winter Formal Dance
2017-02-17 20:00 - 22:30 | Scarborough Hall – Computer Lab D, 5050 E. State St., Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Come have fun and dance the night away at the Annual Winter Formal Dance! There will be good music, a photo booth, snacks, and much more! The Winter Formal Dance will start at 8pm in the Scarborough Lobby. Hope to see you all there!!

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.

Stand-up Comedian- Paul Varghese
2017-02-18 20:00 - 21:00 | Fisher Memorial Chapel, Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Come join CAB for a night of laughter and fun with Stand-up Comedian Paul Varghese! The show starts at 8pm in the Den. We hope to see you there!!

Nursing Student Enhancement Session: Time Management
2017-02-22 11:00 - 12:00 | Fisher Memorial Chapel, Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Time Management Workshop for Nursing Students:
 Where: STARR Lecture Hall 201
 Time: 11 am til 12 pm

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.

CAB Trivia Night
2017-02-22 20:00 - 22:00 | Fisher Memorial Chapel, Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Come have fun with friends and test your knowledge at the monthly CAB Trivia Night. There will be prizes for the winning team!

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 | 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.

CAB Movie Night
2017-02-23 20:00 - 22:00 | Fisher Memorial Chapel, Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Join CAB in the Scarborough auditorium as we gaze into the mysterious and unknown world of Marvel’s Dr. Strange! The Movie will begin at 8 p.m. on Thursday Feb. 23, and pizza will be provided! Let’s get Strange!

Safe-Sex Olympics
2017-02-23 20:00 - 22:00 | Fisher Memorial Chapel, Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Enjoy snacks and play games like “Bae-Watch: Sex Jeopardy,” condom races and lube thumb wrestling for medals and a grand prize at the Safe-Sex Olympics on Thursday, Feb. 23, in The Den of the Student Burpee Center.
The goal of the event is to educate our student body on safe sex and healthy relationships. This event is being organized by Rockford University RAs and Rock Solid Lifestyle.
