Future Regent Visit Day
2017-10-28 10:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Don’t BE frightened by college visit days, get frightened AT them! Check out our spook-tacular Future Regent Visit Day on Saturday, October 28.
Don’t worry, you won’t be scared by our friendly faculty at the academic fair, by the admission information, or our delicious options at lunch. However, you may want to grab your flashlight for our haunted campus tour!
Following the event, stay to watch our Regents take on Concordia Wisconsin on the football field. Reserve your spot at https://www.rockford.edu/admission/visit/visitdayeventsregistration/.

Crescent Circus
2017-10-28 20:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Maddox Theatre – Clark Arts Center, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
The Crescent Circus delivers a fusion of international award-winning magic, circus stunts featured on “The Tonight Show” and wildly interactive comedy. Students will be the stars of the show as their minds are read and they even get to FEEL the magic happen. With knives whirling through the air as performers balance on top of each other, doves appearing out of nowhere and costumes changing in a flash, The Crescent Circus has something for everybody.
*This is a Student Activities sponsored event and is only open to the Rockford University campus community.

BSMS Fall Session 1 grades due
2017-10-30 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
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Academic advising/registration for Spring semester and Summer term
2017-10-30 00:00 - 2017-11-17 23:59 (America/New_York) | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Academic advising/registration for Spring semester and Summer term for all continuing graduate, undergraduate, and BSMS students.
View the full Academic Calendar 2017-18

Responsible Employee Training: Special Session
2017-10-30 08:00 - 09:45 (America/New_York) | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
All Employees of Rockford University are required to complete Responsible Employee Training surrounding Title IX/sexual misconduct and gender-based harassment, discrimination, and retaliation of persons harmed or wronged. This session is for employees who were invited to new employee orientation, but may not have attended and for continuing employees who have missed training for one year or more. Additional details are provided when you register online. Questions about the training may be directed to Compliance and Title IX Officer, LaShun McGhee, 815-226-2842.

The Dreamcatcher Foundation: Brenda Myers-Powell
2017-10-30 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Maddox Theatre – Clark Arts Center, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Co-founder and executive director of the Dreamcatcher Foundation, Brenda Myers-Powell was a product of human trafficking at the age of 14, when she escaped an abusive home life and learned to navigate the streets of Chicago. She endured continued abuse and addiction for 25 years as a prostitute and survived to mentor young women out of the same path. Now, Myers-Powell educates on the perils of human trafficking with a raw edge not for the faint of heart.
Part of Rockford University’s Forum Series, this free lecture will be offered in Clark Arts Center’s Maddox Theatre on our Rockford campus, 5050 E. State St.

Early Registration Begins
2017-10-31 | IL

All Campus Bonfire
2017-11-02 20:00 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Come to the Cummings complex this Thursday for an all-campus bonfire! There will be smores, glow in the dark bags, and glow in the dark volleyball.
*This is a Student Activities sponsored event and is only open to the Rockford University campus community.​​

Artist Lecture and Art Gallery Reception
2017-11-03 17:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
The artist Erin Furimsky will be giving a public lecture about her work in Art History Room 111 in the Clark Arts Center at 5 p.m. Immediately following, there will be a public reception for her solo exhibition, “Beneath Repetition” at the Rockford University Art Gallery in the Clark Arts Center from 6-8 p.m.
Erin Furimsky’s meticulous details reflect elements of domesticity, floral motifs, and calligraphy. The fullness of the ceramic sculptures give the illusion of buoyancy, complementing the vivid surface treatment. Fragments and layers accumulate organically across the bulbous surfaces of Furimsky’s sculptures, leaving a sense of order remaining as the embellishments are coupled with linear patterns and blocks of solid color.

Pride & Pizza
2017-11-03 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Local drag queens, professional dancers and performers will share their experiences with prejudice in everyday situations and the workplace, as well as their experiences as performers. Pizza and drinks will be provided.
*This is a Student Activities sponsored event and is only open to the Rockford University campus community.​​

BSMS Fall Session 2 Ends
2017-11-04 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States

'The Monster Within' Documentary Film Screening Followed by Q&A
2017-11-04 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
“The Monster Within,” a documentary film produced by students of the Harlem High School Veteran Project, will be shown at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 4 in Maddox Theater. The film focuses on the post-war struggles that veterans Alex Feggestad and James Thew faced when returning home. A Q&A with the filmmakers and the featured veterans will follow the film screening. In addition, two teacher panelists will address use of oral histories in the classroom.
This event is free and open to the general public, made possible by funding from the Library of Congress.

BFA Senior Seminars: Acting/Directing and Musical Theatre
2017-11-04 19:30 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
See Performing Arts students present one-person productions. Saturday, Nov. 2 highlights acting and directing, while Sunday, Nov. 3 focuses on musical theatre.

BSMS Fall Session 3 Begins
2017-11-06 | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States

Art Gallery Hours
2017-11-06 15:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Visit the gallery from 3-6pm to see Erin Furimsky’s solo exhibition, “Beneath Repetition” at the Rockford University Art Gallery in the Clark Arts Center.
Erin Furimsky’s meticulous details reflect elements of domesticity, floral motifs, and calligraphy. The fullness of the ceramic sculptures give the illusion of buoyancy, complementing the vivid surface treatment. Fragments and layers accumulate organically across the bulbous surfaces of Furimsky’s sculptures, leaving a sense of order remaining as the embellishments are coupled with linear patterns and blocks of solid color.

Trivia Night
2017-11-08 20:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | The Den – Burpee Student Center, IL
Campus Activities Board (CAB) will host a trivia night Wednesday, Nov. 8, at 8 p.m. in The Den. Winner will receive free wings!
*This is a Student Activities sponsored event and is only open to the Rockford University campus community.​​

Future Regent Visit Day
2017-11-10 10:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Crunch through the leaves of our 150 acres, enjoy cider and conversation with our top-notch faculty at an academic fair, chat about admissions processes, take on the challenge of our scavenger hunt tour, have lunch, and more at Future Regent Visit Day! Reserve your spot today at: https://www.rockford.edu/admission/visit/visitdayeventsregistration/.

Geek Night presented by: Alpha Helix
2017-11-10 17:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Starr 130, United States
Do you like science? Do you like games? Then Alpha Helix invites you to join us on Friday, November 10, for our very first Geek Night! We will be having trivia, board games and discussion on some hot topics in science! Free Food will be provided.
*This is a Student Activities sponsored event and is only open to the Rockford University campus community.

Sounds From the Other Side
2017-11-11 21:00 (America/New_York) | Regents Hall – Burpee Student Center, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Celebrate African, Reggae, and Latin music as you dance the night away. Also, browse a few pop-up shops for minority businesses, enjoy food and drinks, and take in a handful of performances. This event will be from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.
*This is a Student Activities sponsored event and is only open to the Rockford University campus community.​​

'War! What is it Good for?' Phi Beta Kappa Speaker Price V. Fishback
2017-11-13 16:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Fisher Memorial Chapel – Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
‘War! What is it Good for?’
Phi Beta Kappa Speaker Price V. Fishback
Monday, November 13, 4 p.m.
Fisher Memorial Chapel
Is war good for the economy? Many people seem to think so, and they often cite the American experience during World War II as an example: “World War II brought us out of the Great Depression.” “Americans never had it so good, producing more guns and more butter.” We fought the War to prevent the Axis from establishing fascism throughout large parts of the world. But make no mistake. To fight the War, Americans had to sacrifice. University of Arizona economics professor Price V. Fishback, Ph.D., talks about both the amazing output of the war effort and how much Americans lived without in the process. It is important to remember, however, that the sacrifices in the rest of the world were much larger, because so little fighting took place on American soil.

The Cost of Convenience: Judge Thomas Lynch and Attorney John Hardison
2017-11-14 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Cash advancements and credit cards are readily available to us, but do consumers really understand the costs that come with convenience? We evaluate the true cost of borrowing by examining credit card offers, payday loans, and other fast-cash methods that are popularly advertised to college students. Judge Thomas Lynch, who in 2012 was appointed to the U.S. Bankruptcy Court Northern District of Illinois’ Western Division, presents alongside his law clerk and adjunct instructor at the Northern University Illinois College of Law, John Hardison, an attorney who represented banks and other financial institutions while practicing at an international law firm based in Chicago.

Northern Illinois Regional TeacherFest
2017-11-15 17:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Rockford University Career Development will host its first annual Northern Illinois Regional TeacherFest, a job fair connecting future educators with school districts from from 5-7 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 15.
Up-and-coming graduates and alumni may attend this event in search of careers. Please see the official flyer with more information, or contact careers@rockford.edu!
To register for the fair, visit www.RUReadyJobs.com.

Movie: Logan Lucky 11 a.m.
2017-11-16 11:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
The Campus Activities Board will host a movie night Thursday, Nov. 16 at 11 a.m. in Starr 207. We will be showing the new release movie “Logan Lucky,” not yet on DVD!
*This is a Student Activities sponsored event and is only open to the Rockford University campus community.​​

Movie: Logan Lucky 3 p.m.
2017-11-16 15:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Starr 207, United States
The Campus Activities Board will host a movie night Thursday, Nov. 16 at 3 p.m. in Starr 207. We will be showing the new release movie “Logan Lucky,” not yet on DVD!
*This is a Student Activities sponsored event and is only open to the Rockford University campus community.​​

ROAR Spring Registration Day
2017-11-16 15:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Regents Orientation and Registration (ROAR) is by appointment only. Sit down one-on-one with a faculty member from your intended major and select courses for the upcoming Spring semester. Then, check out myriad resources available to you including residence life, career development, student activities, health insurance, and take your ID picture. $100 tuition deposit required. Sign up with your admission counselor at 815.226.4050.

Deathtrap
2017-11-16 19:30 - 21:00, 2017-11-19 14:00 - 15:30 (America/New_York) | Cheek Theatre – Clark Arts Center, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States
Rockford University’s Performing Arts Department presents “Deathtrap” at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 16 through Saturday, Nov. 18, and at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 19.

Movie: Logan Lucky
2017-11-16 20:00 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | Severson Auditorium – Scarborough Hall, IL
The Campus Activities Board will host a movie night Thursday, Nov. 16 at 8 p.m. in Scar Auditorium. We will be showing the new release movie “Logan Lucky,” not yet on DVD!
*This is a Student Activities sponsored event and is only open to the Rockford University campus community.​​

Last day to withdraw with "W"
2017-11-17 08:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Rockford University, 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, 61108, United States

Skateland Free Admission
2017-11-17 19:30 - 22:30 (America/New_York) | Skateland (Off Campus), 4843 Stenstrom Rd, Rockford, IL 61109, United States
Want to go to Skateland? Get FREE ADMISSION this Friday from 7:30-10:30 p.m. with your school ID! Offer only applies to current RU students.
*This is a Student Activities sponsored event and is only open to the Rockford University campus community.​​
