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Campus Events

DECEMBER RECOGNITION 2023

Maddox Theatre - Clark Arts Center 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, United States

Celebrate the achievements of our Fall Graduates. Ceremony: 11:00 a.m. in Maddox Theatre Reception to follow in Clark Arts Lobby Academic regalia is not required for December Recognition. Business professional is encouraged. Faculty, Trustees, and Executive Council are invited and encouraged to attend. Students must check in by 10:00 a.m. and be ready to line...

Virtual Transfer Admission Event

Zoom IL, United States

Please join us for Rockford University's VIRTUAL Transfer Admission Event on December 18th from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Our Admissions Team will personally guide you through the transfer admission process, help you learn more about RU, answer your questions, and provide same-day acceptance for Spring or Fall 2024! Register for a 30 minute meeting...

Gala 2024 Cocktails & Compositions

Howard Colman Library 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, United States

Join us as we celebrate our students and turn the page on the Howard Colman Library. Enjoy a wide variety of food at stations throughout the library inspired by literary classics from J.R.R. Tolkien, the Brothers Grimm, and more! Experience student and faculty performances of poetry, plays, and performance pieces and engage with our living...

$50 – $100
Event Series Songs for a New World

Songs for a New World

Cheek Theatre - Clark Arts Center 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, United States

February 22-25, 2024 (Thursday-Saturday, 7:30 pm; Sunday 2 pm) Cheek Theatre, Clark Arts Center Director, Stephen Schellhardt Writer and composer Jason Robert Brown transports his audience from the deck of a 1492 Spanish sailing ship to a ledge, 57 stories above Fifth Avenue, to meet a startling array of characters that range from a young...

Free for RU Students

Charter Day Convocation Ceremony

Maddox Theatre - Clark Arts Center 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, United States

The Charter Day Convocation Ceremony will be held Monday, Feb. 26, 2024 from 4 to 5 p.m. at Maddox Theatre in the Clark Arts Center. The ceremony is part of the Forum Series and is also a formal academic event. A keynote speaker will be announced at a later date. 

Free

Spring Career and Internship Fair

Rockford University 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, United States

We're excited to welcome you to the upcoming Rockford University Spring 2024 Career and Internship Fair! Whether you're seeking internships, full-time positions, or simply exploring your options, this event promises to be a valuable opportunity to connect with potential employers and make meaningful strides in your career journey. Over 50 employers will be present! Date:...

Free

Diversity and Disability Awareness Day

Rockford University 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, United States

Join us for our Disability Awareness Event, where inclusivity takes center stage on our campus! Engage in interactive activities designed to grow understanding and empathy, while celebrating diversity. Explore different perspectives, learn from one another, and embrace the richness of diversity as we come together to create an environment where everyone feels valued and included....

Free

Rockford University Open House

Rockford University 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, United States

Explore RU and discover for yourself what makes the RU community so special. Tour campus, meet professors, explore student life, and learn about financial aid and scholarships!  

International Food Festival

Rockford University 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, United States

Celebrate the World as you travel the globe through Burpee and visit favorite holidays from many countries. The "Around the World" portion of the event will be followed by an international dinner in the dining hall, flag parade and performances in Regents.

Last Lecture of Dr. Edward Mathieu

Rockford University 5050 E. State St. , Rockford, IL, United States

From 1972 until 1986, Father Verstynen was involved in Campus Ministry at Rockford College and Rock Valley College serving also as an Adjunct Professor at both schools. Funds to support The Last Lecture program were given by a generous donor in Fr. Verstynen’s memory to promote the value of sharing lifelong experiences with students and...

Free