Rockford University

Nurse Pinning Ceremony
2023-05-06 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago) | Maddox Theatre – Clark Arts Center, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Maddox Theatre

PBK Induction Ceremony
2023-05-06 11:30 - 13:00 | Fisher Memorial Chapel – Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Fisher Chapel
Refreshments to follow

Grad Toast & Cap Decorating
2023-05-08 16:00 - 18:00 | Blanche Walker Burpee Student Center, 5050 East State St., Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
All graduating students are invited to join us outside the spirit shop to decorate your caps during Regalia pick up with free supplies provided by the alumni office! Local cap-decorating expert, Sale Delgado, will be present to assist with decorating and will also have pre-decorated options available for purchase.
Then, take a pause from decorating to join us for a toast with Interim President Patricia Lynott at 5 p.m. in forrest cool lounge to celebrate your accomplishments. Participants can still pick up regalia after the toast and finish decorating their cap until 6 p.m.
We hope to see you there! Please RSVP by emailing alumni@rockford.edu by Friday, May 5.

Commencement/Spring Degree Award Date
2023-05-13 | Coronado Performing Arts Center, 314 N. Main Street, Rockford, 61101, United States
View the full Academic Calendar 2022-2023.

Regents Golf Playday
2023-06-15 12:00 - 20:00 | Aldeen Golf Club, 1902 Reid Farm Rd, Rockford, IL, 61107, United States
Rockford University will host its annual Regents Golf Playday to support our student-athletes and NCAA athletic programs that drive the success of nearly 30% of our undergraduate community.
More than 150 alumni and friends will join us for an afternoon of fun and fundraising at Aldeen Golf Club.

Dog Days of Summer
2023-07-01 09:30 - 11:00 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Pack up your pup and join us for the first ever Dog Days of Summer hosted by Rockford University! Grab a donut, cup of coffee, and campus map and set out on a walk around the beautiful campus around RU.
Maps will include both paved paths and non-paved paths so all will be able to participate in this event! Check in at the Rockford University Johnson Alumni Center at 9:30 a.m. to pick up a map and a free gift!
Participants are encouraged to email Natali Monaghan at nmonaghan@rockford.edu with any questions. Walk-Ins are always welcome!
All Dogs must be leashed and be updated on all vaccines. Don’t have a dog? You are still welcome to join us and enjoy a walk around campus.

PRESIDENT'S OPENING CONVOCATION
2023-08-25 12:00 - 13:00 | Maddox Theatre – Clark Arts Center, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Forum series to kick off the new Academic year! This event will be Friday, Aug. 25, 2023 from 12 to 1 p.m.
Students who attend could win one of two book scholarships! Free books for a semester (up to $500) sponsored by President Lynott. Attending staff will be entered to win other prize drawings, including free lunch in the dining hall.

MBA Welcome Event
2023-08-31 17:00 - 18:30 | Rockford University Johnson Alumni Center, 5050 East State Street, Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Who: All new, current, alumni, and interested MBA students
When: August 31 5-6:30
Events
-Hot Appetizers
-Digital Business Card Creation
-Panel of Successful Rockfordians discussing why they love to live, work, and play in Rockford.
-Prizes

Forum Series
2023-09-21 16:00 - 17:00 | Maddox Theatre – Clark Arts Center, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Rev. Naomi Tutu Lecture on the International Day of Peace.

Exit the King
2023-09-21 19:30 - 2023-09-24 14:00 | Maddox Theatre, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
September 21-24, 2023 (Thursday-Saturday, 7:30 pm; Sunday 2 pm)
Maddox Theatre, Clark Arts Center
Director, Prof. Deborah Mogford
First produced in 1963 starring Alec Guinness and successfully revived to great acclaim on Broadway in 2009, this absurdist exploration of ego and mortality is set in the crumbling throne-room of the palace in an unnamed country where King Berenger the First has only the duration of the play to live. Once, it seemed he ruled over an immense empire and commanded great armies, now his kingdom has shrunk to the confines of his garden wall. Refusing to accept his end, he is attended by his present and former Queens who must help him face the final inevitable truth of life: death. By Eugene Ionesco, Translated by Donald Watson.

Saudi National Day
2023-09-23 14:00 - 16:00 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States

Powerhouse Positive Guidance: Turning Around Behavior Struggles and Empowering Children with Competence for Success
2023-10-03 18:00 - 20:00 | Maddox Theatre, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Revitalize daily interactions with children and families with research-based, development-fostering strategies that boost language development, strengthen social-emotional skills, and increase self-directed behavior. Discover principles to assist children in managing emotions, mediating stress, and honoring the needs of themselves and others. Participants will explore action steps to prepare the setting, materials, activities, and routines to minimize challenges and foster competence for success. This interactive session will present respectful, relational resources to guide children’s behavior and respond to challenging behavior with new insight and effective skill.
The session is based on 101 Principles for Positive Guidance with Young Children: Creating Responsive Teachers.
This training is taught by: Dr. Marie L. Masterson, co-author.
Continuing Education Credits (2 Contact Hours) approved for:
DCFS annual requirement
Gateways Credential Approved Training
Professional Educators License (PEL)

Bags and Bonfire
2023-10-09 16:00 - 21:00 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Join CAB and CC for a friendly bags tournament on the sand volleyball court followed by a bonfire and s’mores to kick off homecoming week. The tournament starts at 4pm, and the bonfire starts at 7pm.

Nik's Wish
2023-10-10 08:00 - 17:00 | Hallway of 2nd Floor Burpee, 5050 E State St., Rockford, 61103
This event is learning about the NIK’S WISH organization and ways that students can volunteer or help. NIK’S WISH organization is about giving wishes to patients that are 18-24 years old that have cancer.

Women's Volleyball
2023-10-10 19:00 - 21:00 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Rockford University vs Knox in the Seaver Center.

Men's Soccer
2023-10-11 14:00 - 16:00 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Rockford University vs MSOE in Loves Park.

Roller-Skating
2023-10-11 19:00 - 21:00 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Roll on by Regents Hall to enjoy some snacks and roller-skating!

Women's Volleyball
2023-10-12 19:00 - 21:00 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Rockford University vs Benedictine in Seaver Center.

Alumni Reunion Events
2023-10-13 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
9am-6pm: A self-guided tour of Esau McGhee’s Long Time No See.
11:30am-12:30pm: Guided history walking tour of campus, walk/golf cart
12:00pm-2:00pm: Golden Grads Lunch, free for members of the Class of 1973
1:30pm-2:00pm: Jane Addams Play
2:00pm-3:00pm: Office of Global Affairs Mixer
3:30pm-5:00pm: Alumni Association Board Meeting
5:00pm-6:00pm: Addams Circle and Friends of the Performing Arts Cocktail Hour
6:oopm: Alumni and Hall of Fame Dinner

Hypnotist
2023-10-13 19:00 - 20:00 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Come be entranced by a hypnotist with CAB at the Scar Auditorium.

Alumni Reunion Events
2023-10-14 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
8:00am: Disc golf course opens, open all day
10:00am: E-sports information event
10:30am-11:30am: Guided history walking tour of campus, walk/golf cart
11:00am-1:00pm: Homecoming Tailgate

Homecoming Tailgate
2023-10-14 10:00 - 13:00 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Bring your family and friends to Lot A and enjoy a good old-fashioned tailgate with fun games, good food, and an exciting football game to end it all!

Women's Soccer
2023-10-14 11:00 - 13:00 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Rockford University vs Alverno in Loves Park.

Homecoming Football Game
2023-10-14 13:00 - 17:00 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Rockford University vs Benedictine University.

Around the World and Back Again
2023-10-14 16:00 - 23:00 | Cheek Theatre – Clark Arts Center, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Admission is free with a $20 suggested donation.
This show consisting of songs inspired by travel will be in CHEEK THEATRE at 4pm and 10pm. Cheek Theatre is located in the Clark Arts Center on Rockford University Campus (5050 East State Street) in the lower level.
Can’t attend the event? Donate here: https://www.givecampus.com/tzx0ta
Directed By Robbie Strader, Music Directed by Timm Adams.
Join Rockford University’s Performing Arts Department for this Special Fundraising Event…
We are raising money to go to Scotland next summer to participate in the international collegiate theatre festival! The Edinburgh Festival Fringe is the world’s largest performance arts festival, which spans 25 days and features more than 59,600 performances of 3,841 different shows in 322 venues. Our students have been asked to perform, which is a great honor for the University and our Department.

Club Kent
2023-10-14 22:00 - 23:30 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Come back for the iconic Club Kent dressed as your favorite decade! Join us for music, lights, and fun at Kent Center.

Nik's Wish
2023-10-25 11:00 - 13:00 | Outside Regents Hall, 5050 E State St, Rockford, 61103
This event is about NIK’S Wish organization and students can learn about their mission and ways to volunteer.

Lucky Stiff
2023-11-09 19:30 - 2023-11-12 14:00 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
November 9-12, 2023 (Thursday-Saturday, 7:30 pm; Sunday 2 pm)
Maddox Theatre, Clark Arts Center
Director, Prof. Timm Adams
Based on the novel, The Man Who Broke the Bank at Monte Carlo by Michael Butterworth, Lucky Stiff is an offbeat, hilarious murder mystery farce, complete with mistaken identities, six million bucks in diamonds and a corpse in a wheelchair. The story revolves around an unassuming English shoe salesman who is forced to take the embalmed body of his recently murdered uncle on a vacation to Monte Carlo. Should he succeed in passing his uncle off as alive, Harry Witherspoon stands to inherit $6,000,000. If not, the money goes to the Universal Dog Home of Brooklyn… or else his uncle’s gun-toting ex!

European Christmas
2023-11-29 11:00 - 13:00 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
We will be celebrating Christmas the European way in the dining hall.

Choir Concert
2023-12-08 19:30 - 21:30 | Maddox Theatre – Clark Arts Center, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
December 8, 2023 (Friday, 7:30 pm)
Maddox Theatre, Clark Arts Center
Director, Prof. Timm Adams
A performance featuring Rockford University choirs.
