Final Exam period
2020-05-11 - 2020-05-16 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States

Virtual Bachelor's Degree Completion Information Sessions
2020-05-13 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Rockford University’s Puri School of Business will host a Bachelor’s Degree Completion Information Sessions via webinar on Wednesday, May 13, 2020 from 12-1:00 p.m. or 5:30-6:30 p.m. Anyone interested in learning more about Rockford University’s Bachelor’s Degree Completion Program 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, and testimonials.
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/busnsession to reserve a spot today.
The session will be a webinar through Zoom. The Zoom Meeting Room link will be provided after registration.

All final grades due in Registrar's Office
2020-05-17 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States

Commencement/Spring Degree Award Date
2020-05-17 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States

Virtual MBA Information Session
2020-05-21 12:00 - 12:45 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Rockford University’s Puri School of Business will host two virtual MBA information sessions on Thursday, May 21, 2020 from 12-12:45 p.m. and from 5:30- 6:15 p.m. Anyone interested in learning more about Rockford University’s MBA program is encouraged to attend. Attendees will be provided an in-depth look at how the University’s MBA program helps advance career and leadership opportunities, including details on available program concentrations, admission requirements, and testimonials.
There is no cost to attend, but registration is requested. To learn more about the MBA information session and to register, call 815-226-4040 or visit www.rockford.edu/mbainfosession to reserve a spot today.
Zoom Meeting Room link will be provided after registration.

Degree Award Date Posting Deadline
2020-05-22 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States

Memorial Day Holiday-No classes, offices closed
2020-05-25 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States

Memorial Day- Offices Closed
2020-05-25 08:00 - 17:00 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
The University offices will be closed in observance of the holiday.

Regular/MBA/Off Campus Summer Sessions begin
2020-05-26 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States

Day of Giving 2020
2020-06-03 08:00 - 17:00 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Please save the date for our sixth annual Day of Giving on Wednesday, June 3 as #RegentsRiseTogether to provide scholarship support for students as they continue their Rockford University educational journey this fall and beyond. Every gift will make a difference!

Virtual Bachelor's Degree Completion Information Sessions
2020-06-16 12:00 - 13:00 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Rockford University’s Puri School of Business will host a Bachelor’s Degree Completion Information Sessions via webinar on Tuesday, June 16, 2020 from 12-1:00 p.m. or 5:30-6:30 p.m. Anyone interested in learning more about Rockford University’s Bachelor’s Degree Completion Program 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, and testimonials.
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/busnsession to reserve a spot today.
The session will be a webinar through Zoom. The Zoom Meeting Room link will be provided after registration.

Virtual MBA Information Session
2020-06-17 12:00 - 12:45 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Rockford University’s Puri School of Business will host two virtual MBA information sessions on Wednesday, June 17, 2020 from 12-12:45 p.m. and from 5:30- 6:15 p.m. Anyone interested in learning more about Rockford University’s MBA program is encouraged to attend. Attendees will be provided an in-depth look at how the University’s MBA program helps advance career and leadership opportunities, including details on available program concentrations, admission requirements, and testimonials.
There is no cost to attend, but registration is requested. To learn more about the MBA information session and to register, call 815-226-4040 or visit www.rockford.edu/mbainfosession to reserve a spot today.
Zoom Meeting Room link will be provided after registration.

IWAT Presents- Civil Liberties in the Time of Pandemic
2020-06-24 13:00 - 14:00 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
The Institute for World Affairs and Trade at Rockford University in partnership with Rockford Public Library are presenting a program about the present COVID-19 pandemic in which Americans face the serious issue of balancing the Constitutional rights of individuals against governments’ need to protect public health.
Join us for a 90 minute presentation and an open discussion on Wednesday, June 24, 2020, at 1pm CT (2pm ET). Issues will include stay-at-home measures; freedom of religion, travel, and association; modifications to electoral process; mandatory vaccine requirements; business closures; rights of prisoners and exposure to the virus, and government monitoring measures.
Presenters are Jason Mazzone, who is the Albert E Jenner, Jr. Professor of Law at the University of Illinois and the Director of the Illinois Program in Constitutional Theory, History and Law; and Attorneys Dan McCarthy and Joe Richotte, who are affiliated with the law firm of Butzel Long, and have extensive experience in civil and criminal trial and appellate practice. They are involved in landmark cases in Michigan concerning constitutional rights of business owners and the state’s closure measures
To join the discussion, please register at:
https://services.rockfordpubliclibrary.org/event/4375302

Independence Day Observed- Offices Closed
2020-07-03 08:00 - 17:00 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States

Virtual MBA Information Session
2020-07-08 12:00 - 12:45 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Rockford University’s Puri School of Business will host two virtual MBA information sessions on Wednesday, July 8 from 12-12:45 p.m. and from 5:30- 6:15 p.m. Anyone interested in learning more about Rockford University’s MBA program is encouraged to attend. Attendees will be provided an in-depth look at how the University’s MBA program helps advance career and leadership opportunities, including details on available program concentrations, admission requirements, and testimonials.
There is no cost to attend, but registration is requested. To learn more about the MBA information session and to register, call 815-226-4040 or visit www.rockford.edu/mbainfosession to reserve a spot today.
Zoom Meeting Room link will be provided after registration.

Virtual Bachelor’s Degree Completion Information Sessions
2020-07-09 12:00 - 12:45 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Rockford University’s Puri School of Business will host Bachelor’s Degree Completion Information Sessions via webinar on Thursday, July 9 from 12-12:45 p.m. or 5:30-6:15 p.m. Anyone interested in learning more about Rockford University’s Bachelor’s Degree Completion Programs in Business Management or Accounting Studies is encouraged to attend.
Attendees will be provided an in-depth look at how the programs helps advance career opportunities, including details on program and admission requirements, and testimonials.There is no cost to attend, but registration is requested. To learn more about the information session and to register, call 815-226-4040 or visit www.rockford.edu/busnsession to reserve a spot today.
The session will be a webinar through Zoom. The Zoom Meeting Room link will be provided after registration.

Purple Friday Picnic
2020-07-17 11:00 - 14:00 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Newly enrolled students will join the Rockford University Community for a fun-filled day on campus! Enjoy a complimentary lunch and social distance-friendly games with current students, staff, and faculty. Given our current circumstances, we have implemented several features that will ensure the health and safety of our guests as well as our campus community.

Virtual MBA Information Session
2020-08-04 12:00 - 12:45 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Rockford University’s Puri School of Business will host two virtual MBA information sessions on Tuesday, August 4 from 12-12:45 p.m. and from 5:30- 6:15 p.m. Anyone interested in learning more about Rockford University’s MBA program is encouraged to attend. Attendees will be provided an in-depth look at how the University’s MBA program helps advance career and leadership opportunities, including details on available program concentrations, admission requirements, and testimonials.
There is no cost to attend, but registration is requested. To learn more about the MBA information session and to register, call 815-226-4040 or visit www.rockford.edu/mbainfosession to reserve a spot today.
Zoom Meeting Room link will be provided after registration.

Virtual M.Ed. Information Session
2020-08-05 16:00 - 16:45 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
RSVP to Rockford University’s Virtual M.Ed. Information Session
Enhance your teaching career by adding new skills. Earn an M.Ed. with in-demand endorsements including Reading Specialist, Bilingual, ESL, LBS1, and Reading Teacher. Attend the information session to learn more.
There is no cost to attend, but registration is requested. To learn more about the M.Ed. information session and to register, call 815-226-4040 or visit https://www.rockford.edu/medinfosession to reserve a spot today.
Zoom Meeting Room link will be provided after registration.

Virtual Bachelor’s Degree Completion Information Sessions
2020-08-06 12:00 - 12:45 | 9013
Rockford University’s Puri School of Business will host Bachelor’s Degree Completion Information Sessions via webinar on Thursday, August 6 from 12-12:45 p.m. or 5:30-6:15 p.m. Anyone interested in learning more about Rockford University’s Bachelor’s Degree Completion Programs in Business Management or Accounting Studies is encouraged to attend.
Attendees will be provided an in-depth look at how the programs helps advance career opportunities, including details on program and admission requirements, and testimonials.There is no cost to attend, but registration is requested. To learn more about the information session and to register, call 815-226-4040 or visit www.rockford.edu/busnsession to reserve a spot today.
The session will be a webinar through Zoom. The Zoom Meeting Room link will be provided after registration.

EXPERIENCE+EDUCATION= SUCCESS
2020-08-12 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom
Rockford University is hosting an upcoming webinar with Growth Dimension, Workforce Connection, and Belvidere Area Chamber of Commerce. Through this webinar, you will learn what educational opportunities are available through Rockford University, as well as programs designed to propel you to greatness.
Who Should Attend?
• Displaced Workers, due to COVID-19 Reduced Workforce
• Employers Looking to Upskill Internal Talent
• Individuals Interested In Advancing with a Current Employer
• Individuals with Documented Work Experience & Learning, Looking to Increase
Their Earning Potential
Anyone interested in learning more is invited to attend. Registration is requested. Please register here!

Transfer Orientation 2020 - Session 1
2020-08-14 15:45 - 17:45 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Congratulations on your admission to Rockford University! No matter where you are coming from, Transfer Orientation will get you ready for your Regent Experience at Rockford University. Transfer Orientation streamlines the orientation process into a mandatory, over-dinner program in order to introduce you to the University community and the opportunities available to you. During orientation, you will meet other new transfer students, hear from campus partners and University leaders, and learn what it means to be a part of the Rockford University community.
Registration for the Fall 2020 Transfer Orientation is now open! Dinner will be provided at both sessions.
Friday, August 14, 2020
Session 1:

Check-In: 3:45 pm
Program Length: 4:00-5:45 pm

Transfer Orientation 2020 - Session 2
2020-08-14 17:45 - 19:45 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Congratulations on your admission to Rockford University! No matter where you are coming from, Transfer Orientation will get you ready for your Regent Experience at Rockford University. Transfer Orientation streamlines the orientation process into a mandatory, over-dinner program in order to introduce you to the University community and the opportunities available to you. During orientation, you will meet other new transfer students, hear from campus partners and University leaders, and learn what it means to be a part of the Rockford University community.
Registration for the Fall 2020 Transfer Orientation is now open! Dinner will be provided at both sessions.
Friday, August 14, 2020
Session 2:

Check-In: 5:45 pm
Program Length: 6:00 – 7:45 pm

Freshman Orientation 2020
2020-08-15 08:00 - 2020-08-17 21:00 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Welcome, Regent, to the exciting start of your Regent Experience! With Freshman Orientation taking place on-campus Saturday, August 15 – August 17 , we couldn’t be more excited. Freshman Orientation is packed with team-building activities, discussions lead by student leaders and faculty, fun surprises, and more! At the end of Orientation, first-year students will have made new friends, become invested in their First Year Seminar groups, and begun to build a cohesive class of Regents.
Mark your calendars for Orientation and register today!

Women’s Suffrage Centennial 2020 Program and Celebration Parade
2020-08-18 11:00 - 14:30 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
The event will be held at 11 am on Tuesday, August 18 in Maddox Theatre inside Clark Arts Center. Due to COVID-19, only 50 persons–presenters and invited guests–will be allowed inside the theatre.
The community at large is encouraged to watch the one-hour program via Facebook Live @WSC2020IL.

Classes begin
2020-08-19 08:00 - 17:00 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
View the full Academic Calendar 2020-21.

Student Employment Fair for On-Campus Jobs
2020-08-21 12:00 - 14:00 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
On-campus jobs are often a great choice for students looking for a part-time job. To facilitate your on-campus work experience at Rockford University and to explore multiple on-campus career opportunities, don’t miss out on this year’s Fall 2020 Student Employment Fair!

Event Name: Student Employment Fair
Event Time & Location: 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm on Friday, August 21 in Grace Roper Lounge (Burpee Student Center)
How Does the Event Work?: Students will meet with SAS and HR to determine on-campus work eligibility, and then they will get the chance to meet with all participating employers. Students will be assigned one 30-minute session (20 students max per session) on a first come, first served basis. Students are encouraged to bring copies of their resume and to dress professionally, but it is not a requirement.
Participating Employers: Dining Services, Front Desk, Print Services, Regent Ambassadors, Lang Health, Commuter Council, & more!

RU ALC Webinar - The Gift of Adversity: Turning Adversity into Opportunity
2020-08-26 11:00 - 12:00 | Zoom, IL, United States
While preparing to deploy with the U.S. Army Marcus suffered a severe spinal injury that left him paralyzed. After dying on the operating table twice, the surgeons saved his life, but told him he’d never walk again. Having no other option, Marcus started doing some brutally honest soul searching, looking for the lesson to be learned from his injury. Once he started seeing his Adversity as a gift instead of a curse, something miraculous began to happen… Marcus will talk about mental resilience, unconditional gratitude and ways to:
• adapt to events outside of our control and how to tell the difference
• apply the Adversity Scale to create perspective to any situation
• find opportunity in any Adversity you face and turn it into a Victory and more
Marcus Aurelius Anderson is a bestselling author, TEDx Speaker and International Keynote Speaker, and Mindset Coach to Companies, Leaders and Entrepreneurs. Marcus is also the host of the #1 New and Noteworthy Conscious Millionaire “Epic Achiever” Podcast. Marcus now speaks, writes, and coaches others to overcome their own Adversities and actualize their personal definition of success and fulfillment.
RSVP/MORE INFO
More about the Alumni Learning Consortium
Just because you graduated doesn’t mean you stopped learning. You now have exclusive access to a range of online learning tools free for Rockford University alumni. Each month you will see new, engaging webinars and online events that cover a range of career, life stage and lifelong learning topics. There will also be opportunities to participate in webinars hosted by RU faculty, staff, and alumni.
Learn more and sign-up for upcoming opportunities!

Softball Alumni Virtual Event w/ Head Coach Josh Keener
2020-08-27 08:00 - 17:30 | Zoom, IL, United States
We are thrilled to announce our next round of virtual events…
the Departments, Professors, & Student Groups Affinity Series!
Softball Alumni are invited to join us for this virtual event with current Coach Josh Keener. Join us for a chance to catch up with former teammates and to hear updates on our RU softball program!
Learn More/RSVP
Is there a professor that made a difference during your Rockford experience? Are there individuals from student groups or a department you were heavily involved in that you would like to catch up with? We invite all alumni to join us for our RU Alumni Virtual Events – Departments, Professors, & Students Groups to reconnect with those who meant the most to you during your time on campus. These events are set up as virtual open-houses, so please feel free to sign up and drop in at any time!
Suggest any future events you would like to see by emailing us at alumni@rockford.edu and please continue to check our website as events are added!

Virtual MBA Information Session
2020-09-03 12:00 - 12:45 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Rockford University’s Puri School of Business will host two virtual MBA information sessions on Thursday, September 3 from 12-12:45 p.m. and from 5:30- 6:15 p.m. Anyone interested in learning more about Rockford University’s MBA program is encouraged to attend. Attendees will be provided an in-depth look at how the University’s MBA program helps advance career and leadership opportunities, including details on available program concentrations, admission requirements, and testimonials.
There is no cost to attend, but registration is requested. To learn more about the MBA information session and to register, call 815-226-4040 or visit www.rockford.edu/mbainfosessionwww.rockford.edu/mbainfosession to reserve a spot today.
Zoom Meeting Room link will be provided after registration.
