Global Affairs
Rockford University invites community to the 11th Annual International Food Festival on April 6
Rockford University invites community to the 11th Annual International Food Festival on April 603/18/2019 2:04 pm
Rockford University’s international students will help prepare a wide variety of international dishes for Rockford University’s 11th annual International Food Festival on Saturday, April 6 from 5 to 8 p.m. This popular annual event is open to the community. The event takes place in Regents Hall, 2nd floor, Burpee Center on the Rockford University campus located at 5050 E. State Street, Rockford. The Burpee Center is accessible.
Sponsored by Rockford University’s Multicultural Club and the Office of Global Affairs, the International Food Festival features authentic recipes from more than 33 countries. Some of the countries represented at this year’s festival include Denmark, Germany, Philippines, Japan, China, Sweden, Turkey, Syria, Italy, Saudi Arabia, Mexico and France. Members from the Multicultural Club choose their favorite recipes so that visitors can taste and enjoy home cooked meals from their countries. International entertainment is also planned that features traditional songs and dances. Rockford University is currently home to more than 112 international students representing 23 countries.
Tickets are $10 in advance and $12 at the door for adults, and children are $5 in advance and $6 at the door. For more information or to purchase tickets please contact Rockford University’s Global Affairs office at globalaffairs@rockford.edu or call 815-394-5112.
Website: https://www.rockford.edu/community/globalaffairs/iff/
International Undergraduate Student Scholarships
02/08/2019 10:13 am
International Student Scholarships
Our merit scholarships are designed to reward those students who have been academically dedicated and engaged in their educational experience. These scholarships are awarded each year to new, undergraduate first-year and transfer international students who attend full-time. All GPA equivalencies are calculated on a 4.0 scale. Scholarships are determined at admission, and there is no separate application process. Scholarships are renewable each year as long as a student is enrolled full-time and maintains a 2.0 grade point average.
- Deans Scholarship: First year and transfer students with an equivalent GPA of 3.8 or higher may receive up to $19,000 annually.
- Academic Excellence Scholarship: First year and transfer students with an equivalent GPA between 3.40 and 3.799 may receive up to $17,000 annually.
- Founders Award: First year and transfer students with an equivalent GPA between 3.0 and 3.399 may receive up to $16,000 annually.
- Recognition Award: First year and transfer students with an equivalent GPA between 2.65 and 2.999 may receive up to $15,000 annually.
- Regent Award: First year and transfer students with an equivalent GPA below 2.65 may receive up to $12,000 annually.
*Merit-based scholarships cannot be combined with other scholarships. **State-sponsored scholars are ineligible for merit-based scholarships.
Office of Global Affairs (OGA)
Burpee 2nd Floor
5050 E. State Street
Rockford, IL 61108
001-815-226-4138
Fax: 001-815-226-4141Maria Diemer, Executive Director
mdiemer@rockford.eduJulie Griffith, Associate Director
jgriffith@rockford.edu ; 微信/Wechat ID: JulieOGA_RockfordMaggie Kasicki, Assistant Director
mkasicki@rockford.eduHours:
Mon-Fri - 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Council of Global Affairs
02/14/2018 6:59 pm
Message to Rockford University Students from the Faculty
The faculty of Rockford University is committed to the teaching mission of the institution and thus to all our students. The faculty values and appreciates the diversity of religion, ethnicity, national origin, race, disability, and gender in our student body. The rich diversity present in our campus community enriches the educational environment by deepening our understanding of the world and better equipping all students to be global citizens. We, the members of the Rockford University faculty, wish each of you to know that you have our support in your efforts to grow, learn, and fulfill your dreams. We are glad you have chosen to study at Rockford University, and we value your contributions to the whole RU community. We are your teachers and we are here to help and support you.
Council of Global Affairs
The Council on Global Affairs is a group of faculty and staff who have volunteered to meet regularly to discuss issues and activities of global significance on campus. Current members include Sam Bandy, John Burns, Maria Diemer, Mehmet Dik, Catherine Forslund, William Gahan, Julie Griffith, Ron Lee, Marilen Loyola, Andy Newgren, Matt Phillips, Stephanie Quinn, Luis Romero, Deepshikha Shukla, Jean Swindle, and Gidget Tay.
Global Faculty Fellow
Program Chair and Associate Professor of Physics, Deepshikha Shukla, Ph. D. is the current Global Faculty Fellow at Rockford University. With her experience in the education systems of India and the US, she is passionate about creating a culture where domestic and international students, faculty and staff symbiotically co-habitate. Assimilation of international students at RU and promoting international experience for the entire campus lies at the core of her initiatives. Internationalization is her ‘mantra’.”
Flags Displayed on Campus
Currently we are displaying the flags of Sweden and Ukraine.
Cross-cultural Classes
Cross-cultural classes are designed for international English as a Second Language students (ESL) and undergraduate/graduate native English-speaking students studying at RU. The aim of these classes is to help the ESL students to be confident and improve their level of fluency in English in addition to helping native English-speakers gain valuable information about other cultures and people. The international and RU students bring their own ideas and thoughts shaped by their cultures. The classes are an exchange where both ESL and RU students discover and get to know each other. This class provides an excellent atmosphere of mutual sharing and cross-culture communication. Students build new relationships and acquire a sense of achievement.
Symbiotic dialogue between the cross-cultural interaction class (PSYC 280) and ESL students.
Global Connections Newsletter
https://www.rockford.edu/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/Global-Connections-Volume-1-Issue-1-1.pdf
International Student Survey
The survey was conducted by Isa Askar, on behalf of the Office of Global Affairs. The purpose of the survey was to gain a deeper understanding of the international students of Rockford University.
Global Spotlight Award
This award is given to students who have been excellent members of RU’s international community.
Congratulations to our Global Spotlight Student of the Month!
Nominate a student to be our Global Spotlight Student of the Month!
Study Abroad
11/08/2016 12:43 pm
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Rockford University Study Abroad Program
Rockford University aims to provide education that helps our students not only become excellent professionals but also learn to appreciate and enjoy life to the fullest. Therefore every student of Rockford University has an opportunity to study abroad and explore the world both in short-term trips as well as semester-long programs.
Semester-Long Programs
Explore your opportunities to study in UK, Sweden and Japan.
Application deadlines are March 15 and September 15.
Regent University
University of Skövde
University of Kobe
Student Experiences
“Studying abroad in Spain has enriched my view of our world by being exposed to various cultures. Each day is an opportunity of personal growth in which one can make unforgettable memories and long lasting friendships.”
Jecenia Saldana
Psychology
“The opportunity to spend a semester in London was life changing; it gave me the chance to see the world and learn about people and places that I wouldn’t have otherwise. I know so much more about myself now, and I had a fantastic time going to shows, traveling the world, and meeting new friends!”
Emily Todt
Theater
Past Trips
Ecuador 2022
More information coming soon…
Paris, France 2019
For the study of art history, the experience of viewing works of art and architecture in person simply cannot be replicated. Even the best reproductions fail miserably to convey the richness and subtleties of works of art. In Paris, students will be in the presence of some of the world’s greatest works of art (not just French art), which rarely travel any more. I can’t think of another city in which students can experience the history of our globe’s artistic heritage from antiquity to the present in quite the same way. In addition, there is simply no equivalent for the immersion in another culture available on campus. I intend for students not only to experience the “romantic Paris” but also for them to be immersed in the “real-life” of working Parisians, which is why I have us stay in my former neighborhood. In addition, I know from the previous trip, students learn many practical things during these experiences such as how to navigate in a large city, read subway and street maps, and solve practical, daily issues in a foreign environment. I’ve seen how much more confident they become from the beginning of the trip to its end; it’s an amazing opportunity for personal growth that cannot be replicated in a familiar setting.
Madrid, Spain 2018
This study abroad trip will enable students to gain academic credit for study abroad in relation to the Spanish Program offerings. Students will travel to Spain for a short term field experience. While there, they will attend theater performances and meet with playwrights, actors, and directors to learn more about the theater writing and production process. Visits to museums, libraries, and cultural centers will also contribute to their understanding of contemporary Spanish culture. There will be a research project associated with the field experience.
Rome, Italy 2017
8 students, along with their faculty advisor, Dr. Stephanie Quinn embarked on the trip of a lifetime to Rome, Italy. Students selected and researched a Roman monument from antiquity during the spring semester. Students were able to share their work and findings while standing in front of the actual monument.
For more information on this trip, follow our blog.https://rockforduniversitystudyabroad.wordpress.com/
Contact InformationHow to get in touch with us |
Maria Diemer815.394.5112 |
Mailing Address5050 East State Street, 61108 |
Email Addressmdiemer@rockford.edu |
Office of Global Affairs
11/08/2016 12:41 pm
Hello! Hola! Bonjour! Privet! Hej! Guten tag! Ni hao! Salam! and Jambo!
The Office of Global Affairs (OGA) helps prepare Rockford University students, faculty and community constituents for active participation in a rapidly changing global society by internationalizing our campus and curriculum, facilitating experiential learning opportunities, and developing our international partnerships to achieve Rockford University’s strategic objectives.
Change of Address
Have you moved or are you planning on moving to a new apartment, RU dormitory or house? If so, please read below to ensure you properly report your change of U.S. address. All F1 and J1 students must notify their designated school official (DSO) within 10 days of any changes to their place of residence in the U.S. You must communicate this revision to your DSO (Office of Global Affairs) by filling out this form within 10 days of your move. Your DSO will ensure that your information is correct in the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS).
Mission Statement of the Office of Global Affairs
Create a supportive and interactive learning environment that celebrates multiculturalism by bringing all of Rockford University’s diverse student body together, in such a way that the academic, as well as extra-curricular experiences of all students, are enhanced and enjoyed.
Check Out Our Global Spotlight Students of the Month!
Global Connections Newsletter
Global Connections Newsletter, Fall 2020
Global Connections Newsletter, Spring 2020
Global Connections Newsletter, Fall 2019
Global Connections Newsletter, Spring 2019
Global Connections Newsletter, Fall 2018
Global Connections Newsletter, Spring 2018
Global Connections Newsletter, Fall 2017
Services provided by the OGA:
- Assist both U.S. and international students in realizing their dreams of studying abroad
- Provide services related to U.S. immigration regulations
- Offer international student orientation
- Provide international student academic advising and support
Global Ambassador Program
The Global Ambassador Program pairs new international students with a Rockford University student who has been on campus for at least one year. Global Ambassadors assist new international students from the time that a student arrives to Rockford University until the end of her or his first year. The goal of this program is for Global Ambassadors to help international students acclimate to the Rockford University campus and U.S. academic system through post-orientation and first year follow up as a peer mentor for the new student.
Community Friends Program
The Community Friends Program matches families in the Rockford community with international students. These families help international students by giving them the opportunity to have authentic cultural experiences in the area and in their homes. Many students who have participated in this program in past years have shared holidays at their Community Friends’ homes and have attended local area attractions with their families. To learn more about how to become a Community Friend, contact Julie at jgriffith@rockford.edu.
Core Values of the Office of Global Affairs
“Travel is fatal to prejudice, bigotry, and narrow-mindedness.” – Mark Twain
“The world is a book and those who do not travel read only one page.” – St. Augustine
Enable everyone to have the opportunity to experience traveling abroad.
Studying abroad was always an initiative I wanted to take in my life. Considering the knowledge, experience and exposure that you gain by studying away from home, always fascinated me to take this step in my life. Studying in the US has proved my decision was right.
Rockford University is filled with a heartfelt community that has encouraged and built me education wise,socially and emotionally strong which has made me feel home away from home being that I am an international student.
Contact Information
Maria Diemer, Director of Global Affairs
815-394-5112
MDiemer@rockford.edu
Julie Griffith, Assistant Director of Global Affairs
815-394-5118
JGriffith@rockford.edu
Maggie Kasicki, OGA/ESL Coordinator
815-226-4138
mkasicki@rockford.edu
Deepshikha Shukla, Ph.D., Global Faculty Fellow
Associate Professor of Physics
DShukla@rockford.edu
Location: Burpee Building, 2nd Floor
Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Gallery
11/07/2016 1:40 pm
GALLERY
IFF 2016
Study Abroad
11/07/2016 1:06 pm
Meet Our Staff
11/07/2016 1:01 pm
Volunteer Opportunities
11/07/2016 12:58 pm
Program Costs
11/07/2016 12:55 pm
