Rockford University

Registration for spring semester and summer term
2018-10-29 08:00 - 2018-11-16 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Registration for spring semester and summer term for all
continuing graduate, undergraduate, and BSMS students
View the full Academic Calendar 2018-19

FORUM: Rockford’s Daughter: Reintegrating the life of Ellen Gates Starr as a social reformer, artist, activist, and religious seeker-Annie Storr, Ph.D.
2018-10-29 19:00 - 21:00 | Fisher Memorial Chapel – Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Rockford alumna Ellen Gates Starr (1859-1940) may be one of America’s most important under-studied figures of the early 20th Century. Side by side with her lifelong friend, alumna and Nobel Laureate, Jane Addams (1860-1935), she co-founded Chicago’s famous Hull-House. Part of this story is her role as an articulate conveyor of ideas, both directions, between the Progressive Midwest and the Britain of the Suffrage Movement, the Arts and Crafts Movement, the Social Gospel and Modern literary circles. Dr. Annie Storr is a Resident Scholar at Brandeis University’s Women’s Research Study Center and teaches Gallery-Based Teaching and Learning in the Museum Studies Program at Harvard.

Haunted Campus Tours
2018-10-30 20:00 - 22:00 | Fisher Memorial Chapel, Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Let’s have a little pre-Halloween fun, shall we? Join us on the evening of Tuesday, October 30th for an adventurous, fright-inducing campus tour unlike any other . . .
Once your tour departs at either 8 pm, 9 pm, and 10 pm from Fisher Chapel, you will be led to several locations on campus that are packed with ghostly tales and paranormal frights. You will even have the chance to use legitimate ghost-hunting gear to induce your very own paranormal encounter. We dare to see you there!

Cruelty-Free Halloween
2018-10-31 11:00 - 13:00 | The Den – Burpee Student Center, IL
November is World Vegan Month! Celebrate with free vegan candy in the Den on Wednesday, October 31 from 11am to 1pm.

Day of the Dead Celebration
2018-11-01 17:00 - 20:00 | Regents Hall – Burpee Student Center, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Please join Rockford University Spanish and Multicultural for a Day of the Dead Celebration.
This event is FREE to all Rockford University students, faculty and staff.
There will be authentic Mexican food and a presentation on the history of the Day of the Dead Celebration.

Admitted Student/Competitive Scholarship Day
2018-11-03 10:00 - 14:00 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Your achievements have earned you an invitation to an invite-only, special admitted student day on campus.

What will it be like to be a Rockford University Regent? We can’t express it in words; you need to experience it, to feel it. Meet our faculty and take in why they are passionate about what they do. Hear from alumni and see where an RU education can take you. Meet current students, enjoy lunch, and simply see how you connect with our community.

Reserve your spot at rockford.edu/admission/visit or call 815.226.4050.

Athletic Hall of Fame Celebration Dinner & Induction
2018-11-03 17:30 - 21:30 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
New honorees will be inducted in recognition of their former athletic accomplishments. Past inductees will also be honored.
New Inductees are:
Heidi Harris Burkhart `09 Basketball 1999-2002
Troy DeCook `06 Basketball 1999-2003
Marcus Howard `05 Football 2000-2003
Jimmy Dercks `12 Baseball 2009-2012
Cost of the event is $10.00 per person.
Social Hour at 5:30 pm (Cash bar)
Dinner at 6:15 pm
Regents Hall (Second floor of Burpee, RU campus)
RSVP by October 20, 2018 to Lauren at (815)394-5190 or LPrchal@rockford.edu

Canned Food Drive
2018-11-07 08:00 - 17:00 | Student Life Office – Burpee Student Center, 5050 E State, Rockford, 61108
The Jane Addams Center for Civic Engagement (JACCE) will be collecting donations for Rock River Valley Pantry as we observe Hunger & Homelessness Awareness week from November 7 thru November 16.
Please drop off your donations in the Student Life Office near the Den in the Burpee Center from 8am to 5pm, Monday thru Friday.
Current needs for Rock River Valley Pantry include but all canned/sealed donations are welcomed.
– Canned Fruit
– Applesauce
– 100% Juice
– Canned Vegetables
– Pasta and Rice
– Cereal
– Tuna
– Soup

Nursing Student Organization "Stuff the Turkey Drive for Carpenter's Place"
2018-11-07 08:00 - 17:00 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Carpenter’s Place in Rockford is in desperate need for toilet paper and socks this holiday season.
Donations can be put in the donation bin located in the Starr Science Building across from office 208 or brought to the NSO meeting on Wednesday, November 28 at 12 PM.

Ocean's 8 Movie Night
2018-11-08 20:00 - 22:00 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
CAB is showing Ocean’s 8 on the 8th of November at 8:00 pm . . . And that’s not the only “8” reference, because there will also be 8 different foods to try! How great is that? You won’t want to miss this FREE movie night. See you in Scarborough Auditorium on Thursday, November 8th at 8:00 pm.
Here’s a movie synopsis of Ocean’s 8: Five years, eight months, 12 days and counting — that’s how long Debbie Ocean has been devising the biggest heist of her life. She knows what it’s going to take — a team of the best people in the field, starting with her partner-in-crime Lou Miller. Together, they recruit a crew of specialists, including jeweler Amita, street con Constance, suburban mom Tammy, hacker Nine Ball, and fashion designer Rose. Their target — a necklace that’s worth more than $150 million.

Raising of the Flag: Veterans Day Ceremony
2018-11-09 07:30 - 08:00 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
The Jane Addams Center for Civic Engagement would like to invite you to our annual Raising of the Flag ceremony as we honor veterans for their service.
The ceremony will take place on Friday, November 9, 2018 at 7:30am outside of Nelson Hall’s flag poles.
Invocation & Moment of Silence
Prof. Elaine M. Sharpe
National Anthem
Vocal Collective Led by Prof. Timm Adams
Raising of the Flag
Prof. Ray James. SGT., United States Army, 1963-1970
Cristan Newton, Corporal, United States Marine Corps Reserve, 2014-Present
Immediately following the ceremony, Veterans and their families are invited to a complimentary breakfast in the Burpee Center dining hall.

Future Regent Visit Day
2018-11-12 10:00 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
There are a lot of factors to consider when choosing a college: academic programs, faculty interaction, what’s the food like?, will I make friends? How about cost? And so much more. Take some time on Monday, November 12, to explore Rockford University. Let us help you discover what the college search is all about.
• Admission Info
• Academic & Resource Fair (meet our faculty!)
• Campus Tour with a Twist
• Free Lunch
Join us at Future Regent Visit Day and explore all of your opportunities! Reserve your spot today here or by visiting rockford.edu/admission/visit and tour campus

FORUM: History of White People in America-Pierce Freelon
2018-11-12 15:00 - 17:00 | Maddox Theatre – Clark Arts Center, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Freelon is a captivating speaker and performer, whose presentations about race, politics, technology and culture leave audiences entertained and enlightened. He will provide an in-depth look at race as a cultural construct, in this multimedia presentation that grapples with the question of a post-racial America, and explores the redemptive, healing and emancipatory power of music and poetry. Freelon is also the founder of Blackspace, a digital maker space in Durham, NC, where young people learn about music, film, and coding. He has taught music, political science, and African American studies at UNC-Chapel Hill and North Carolina Central University.
Maddox Theatre, Clark Arts Center

Harry Potter Thanksgiving Feast
2018-11-14 16:30 - 19:00 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
If you’ve ever wanted to eat a meal in Hogwart’s Great Hall, the Harry Potter Thanksgiving Feast at Rockford University is probably the closest you’ll get!
On Wednesday, November 14th from 4:30 – 7:00 pm in Regents Hall, students can enjoy a FREE feast fit for the finest of wizards, including traditional Thanksgiving-themed food, Butterbeer, magical candy, and so much more. Don’t miss out on this magical event!
(note: students with meal plans will swipe in, non-residential students without meal plans will be covered free of charge)

ROAR Transfer Registration:
2018-11-15 | 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.

3rd Thursday, Content Manager Workshop
2018-11-15 12:00 - 13:00 | Computer Lab – Scarborough Hall, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
3rd Thursday, Content Manager Workshop
Who is this for? This session is open for all RU content managers.
Thursday, November 15 at 12pm, Scar computer lab
Topics covered

Open for general Topics and questions as needed
New features and changes coming to WordPress
Accessibility and how you can make sure your content is accessible.
General content / files maintenance

No RSVP needed.
NEW content managers: If you NEED access to your department content please RSVP through this form.

Five Women Wearing the Same Dress
2018-11-15 19:30 - 21:30 | Cheek Theatre – Clark Arts Center, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
By Alan Ball
directed by Deborah Mogford
An irreverent and funny look at the intricacies of friendship and the power of similar dressing. It is summer and five women wearing identical unique bridesmaids dresses have survived the elaborate wedding ceremony to find themselves at the ostentatious wedding reception being held on the estate of the bride. There is only so much they can take, so they seek sanctuary in an upstairs bedroom. Each woman has her own reason for avoiding the proceedings below. As the afternoon wears on these five very different women are surprised to discover a common bond. This wickedly funny and touching celebration of life explores the nature of sisterhood and the ever-present question about the behavior of men. You can’t live with them, but can you live without them? TICKETS ARE REQUIRED for this event:

Rockford University Box Office (https://www.rockford.edu/artslectures/boxoffice/)
Order ticket(s) (https://bit.ly/2NLmrqk)
view all of our Performing Art Shows for this season. (https://www.rockford.edu/artslectures/performingarts/)

Cheek Theatre, Clark Arts Center

Last day to withdraw with "W"
2018-11-16 00:00 - 17:00 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
View the full Academic Calendar 2018-19

Alternative Spring Break Awareness
2018-11-19 11:00 - 13:00 | Blanche Walker Burpee Student Center, 5050 East State St., Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Stop by and learn more about 2019 Alan Hutchcroft Alternative Spring Break (AHASB).
November 19: The Den
November 27: Outside the Mail Desk
November 29: Outside of the cafeteria

Thanksgiving Holiday-No classes
2018-11-21 08:00 - 2018-11-23 17:00 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States

Thanksgiving Holiday-Offices closed
2018-11-22 08:00 - 2018-11-23 17:00 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States

Rockford Urban Education Research Symposium
2018-11-27 08:00 - 17:00 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
This symposium will highlight the culminating work of the inaugural cohort of the Master’s in Education, Urban Education Rockford Public Schools 205 in-service teachers.
Please join us as we honor, celebrate and learn from these distinguished teacher-leaders.
Thursday, December 6 2018 – 6 PM – 8:15 PM at Rockford University, Regents Hall.

Plant-Based Discussion
2018-11-28 11:00 - 13:00 | President’s Dining Room – Burpee Student Center, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
The Jane Addams Center for Civic Engagement and Student Activities will be hosting our first plant-based discussion on November 28 from 11am to 1pm in the President’ dining room.
Bring your lunch and questions. This is a great opportunity for anyone who is vegetarian or considering being a vegetarian or vegan to attend and learn more.
We will discuss visiting an animal sanctuary during the spring and also encourage people interested in taking the veganuary challenge.
Try veganism for the whole month of January. To register visit here.

Hanging of the Greens
2018-11-28 16:30 - 18:30 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Please join us for the 65th Anniversary of the Hanging of the Greens. Members of our Vocal Collective will lead holiday carols at 5:00 pm.
The event will take place in the Johnson Alumni center on Wednesday November 28, 2018 from 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm.
RSVP by Saturday, November 24 to
alumni@rockford.edu or
by phone at (815)394.5111

FORUM: Sport Management Symposium
2018-11-29 19:00 - 21:00 | Regents Hall – Burpee Student Center, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Speakers from various areas in the field of sport and recreation management will be on hand to answer questions pertaining to careers in sports management and to share their tips for success. This event is organized by members of Professor Jason Hunter’s Senior Seminar class. A full list of participants is TBA.
Regents Hall, Burpee Center

Chicago Shopping Bus Trip
2018-12-02 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
The most popular event of the year! The Charter busses are reserved for RU alumni, parents, friends, staff, faculty, and families. Join us at Parking lot A on Sunday, December 2, 2018 at 9:00 am. We will head downtown (around 11:00 am) at drop off at the corner of Superior and Rush.
Lunch and dinner will be on your own. Pick up will be at the same location at 6:00 pm to head back to Rockford.
Reserve early, seating is limited. Cost is $33.00 per adult and $23.00 for a child under the age of 12
Reservations are due by Wednesday, November 28
* Register online here
* By phone (815)394.5111
* By mail to Rockford University, Alumni Office, 5050 E. State Street, Rockford, IL 61108

Mentoring Youth Program
2018-12-03 08:00 - 17:00 | Blanche Walker Burpee Student Center, 5050 East State St., Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
The Jane Addams Center for Civic Engagement, Rockford University Police Department and Rockford Police Department will be hosting a table outside the cafeteria today, December 3 to promote our new youth mentoring program starting Spring 2019.
Sign up here to use your skills and abilities to help youth in Rockford.

Law Enforcement and Minority Male interactions
2018-12-03 18:30 - 19:30 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
The Minority Male Mentoring Program would like to invite you to attend our Chop it Up session with Rockford Police Officer Eric Thurmond as he discusses interactions between law enforcement and minority males.
Everyone is welcome to attend today, December 3 starting at 6:30 pm in STARR room 114.

Alternative Spring Break Interest Meeting
2018-12-05 12:00 - 13:00 | Faculty Dining Room – Burpee Student Center, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Are you interested in learning more about 2019 Alternative Spring Break?
Stop by the Faculty Dining room to learn more information.
To sign up for updates on next year’s Alternative Spring Break, please visit here!

Master’s in Urban Education Research Symposium
2018-12-06 18:00 - 20:00 | Regents Hall – Burpee Student Center, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
The Rockford Urban Education Research Symposium will highlight the culminating work of the first cohort of teachers who are students in the Master’s in Education, Urban Education Pathways program at Rockford University, a partnership with Rockford Public School District 205. The public is welcome to attend the symposium on Thursday, December 6, 2018 from 6:00 P.M. – 8:15 P.M. at Rockford University’s Burpee Center in Regents Hall, 5050 East State Street, Rockford.
Research projects and poster presentations will be on display. RPS 205 Superintendent Ehren Jarrett, Ed.D., will provide a key note address. Dr. Jarrett and Rockford University President Eric Fulcomer will also recognize teacher leaders and special recognition will be awarded for Outstanding Action Research, Honorable Mention Action Research and People’s Choice Action Research.
For more information about the symposium, contact SWilliams@rockford.edu.
