"815 Elevate: The Leadership Series" Effective Communication for Conflict Resolution and Team Harmony
2025-12-16 16:00 - 18:00 (America/Chicago) | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Recognize the root causes of conflict, communicate clearly and assertively without escalating tension, listen actively and empathetically, transform disagreement into collaboration.

“815 Elevate: The Leadership Series” Making the Numbers Talk: Financial Literacy for Strategic Decision-Making
2026-01-20 16:00 - 18:00 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
This new and exciting year-long series of workshops brings a specialized focus on leadership, ranging from topics in effective communication and excel, to maximizing operational excellence and so much more! Register for three and get the fourth one on us!
A hands-on primer for understanding financial statements, budgeting, and using data to support leadership decisions.
Hosted from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM, in the Puri School of Business.
Learn more about the series and register by contacting: CPEL@Rockford.edu!

“815 Elevate: The Leadership Series” Operational Excellence Meets Human-Centered Culture
2026-02-17 16:00 - 18:00 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
This new and exciting year-long series of workshops brings a specialized focus on leadership, ranging from topics in effective communication and excel, to maximizing operational excellence and so much more! Register for three and get the fourth one on us!
Explore how leaders integrate lean/process improvement without losing employee engagement.
Hosted from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM, in the Puri School of Business.
Learn more about the series and register by contacting: CPEL@Rockford.edu!

Ride the Cyclone
2026-02-19 19:30 - 21:00 | Cheek Theatre – Clark Arts Center, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
February 19-22, 2026, and February 26-28 (Thursday-Saturday, 7:30 pm; Sunday 2 pm)
Cheek Theatre, Clark Arts Center
Director, Prof. Marrissa Barnathan
In this hilarious and outlandish musical, the lives of six teenagers from a Canadian chamber choir are cut short in a freak accident aboard a roller coaster. When they awake in limbo, a mechanical fortune teller invites each character to tell a story to win a prize like no other — the chance to return to life. With an eclectic score and witty dialogue, Ride the Cyclone is a funny, moving look at what makes a life well-lived. Ride the Cyclone is presented by special arrangement with Broadway Licensing, LLC. (www.broadwaylicensing.com)

Beyond the Business Summit: From Insight to Action
2026-03-17 16:00 - 18:00 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
You gave feedback, we listended. Beyond the Business Summit brings you the follow up to our annual summer Business Summit to keep the action going! This “mini” summit details enhancing collaboration between industry sectors.

“815 Elevate: The Leadership Series” TEAMS for Teams
2026-04-14 16:00 - 18:00 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
This new and exciting year-long series of workshops brings a specialized focus on leadership, ranging from topics in effective communication and excel, to maximizing operational excellence and so much more! Register for three and get the fourth one on us!
An interactive guide through TEAMS to improve efficiency, productivity and engagement.
Hosted from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM, in the Puri School of Business.
Learn more about the series and register by contacting: CPEL@Rockford.edu!

Choir Concert
2026-05-01 19:30 - 21:00 | Maddox Theatre – Clark Arts Center, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
May 1, 2026 (Friday, 7:30 pm)
Maddox Theatre, Clark Arts Center
Director, Prof. Timm Adams
Join Rockford University choirs and soloists for an enchanting evening of songs.

“815 Elevate: The Leadership Series” Teaming Up with AI: Redefining How We Work
2026-05-19 16:00 - 18:00 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
This new and exciting year-long series of workshops brings a specialized focus on leadership, ranging from topics in effective communication and excel, to maximizing operational excellence and so much more! Register for three and get the fourth one on us!
Utilizing AI tools to enhance productivity and efficiency.
Hosted from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM, in the Puri School of Business.
Learn more about the series and register by contacting: CPEL@Rockford.edu!

“815 Elevate: The Leadership Series” Persuade with Purpose: Communication, Marketing, and Influence Among Peers
2026-05-19 16:00 - 18:00 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
This new and exciting year-long series of workshops brings a specialized focus on leadership, ranging from topics in effective communication and excel, to maximizing operational excellence and so much more! Register for three and get the fourth one on us!
Explore how to craft clear, compelling messages that resonate. Understand your audience and build trust; apply marketing principles to real-life conversations and peer influence through engaging activities and real-world examples.
Hosted from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM, in the Puri School of Business.
Learn more about the series and register by contacting: CPEL@Rockford.edu!
