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• Bradley University Move-in Parking Notification   (Aug 18, 2019)
  Saturday, August 24, 2019, is the official Bradley University Move-In Day.
• Bradley Featured Among Princeton Review’s “Best 385 Colleges”   (Aug 5, 2019)
  For another year, Bradley University is one of the nation's best institutions for undergraduates.
• Upcoming Bradley Events to Help Small Businesses   (Aug 1, 2019)
  Bradley University's Illinois Small Business Development Center is offering a number of events this August. The general population is welcome to take part in any of the following programs.
• OLLI to Host Trivia Night Fundraiser at Bradley   (Jul 31, 2019)
  The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at Bradley University will host its 5th annual Trivia Night Fundraiser on Friday, August 23 from 5 - 9 p.m. at Bradley’s Hayden-Clark Alumni Center.
• International Childfree Day and the Rise of the Childfree Lifestyle   (Jul 28, 2019)
  In honor of International Childfree Day, Bradley counseling professor Lori Russell-Chapin provides insight as to why more and more adults are leading a life without children.
• Lifelong Learner Opportunities This Fall   (Jul 16, 2019)
  Registration begins Wednesday, July 24 for the fall programs of the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI).
• One Giant Leap for Engineering   (Jun 28, 2019)
  A Bradley student designs and builds a replica hatch from Apollo 11 mission for the Smithsonian.
• Helping Area Businesses Find The Next Big Thing   (Jun 26, 2019)
  Bradley's Brave Launch offers startup businesses in the region a platform for growing their business as well as development help for new products and services.
• Bradley is Best in Illinois   (Jun 17, 2019)
  Bradley is the most likely school in Illinois to score you a job according to Zippia.
• Bradley Students Helping Local Businesses   (Jun 16, 2019)
  Bradley continues to strengthen its partnerships in the Peoria area by connecting students with local businesses for a Senior Consulting Project.
• Bradley Launches New Co-Working Space for Business Startups   (Jun 10, 2019)
  The Illinois Small Business Development Center and Turner Center for Entrepreneurship at Bradley launched a new co-working space for business startups.
• Starting a Business in Illinois   (Jun 5, 2019)
  The Illinois Small Business Development Center at Bradley University is offering a workshop, Starting a Business in Illinois, on Thursday, June 20 from 3 - 5 p.m.
• Spring 2019 Dean's List   (May 28, 2019)
  Bradley University announces the Spring 2019 Dean's List.
• Registration for the Bradley Summer Forensics Institute   (May 22, 2019)
  This residential camp for high school students provides an opportunity for students to achieve tournament-ready results while creating lifelong friendships.
• President Roberts Announces Intent to Retire   (May 20, 2019)
  Bradley University President Gary Roberts announced his intent to retire when his contract expires at the end of May of 2020.
• Students Win Prestigious Award for Forming Peoria's First Youth Neighborhood Association   (May 19, 2019)
  A group of Bradley University public relations students addressed the lack of youth participation in Peoria neighborhood associations and were recognized for their efforts.
• Business and Engineering Convergence Center Update   (May 19, 2019)
  Warmer weather has finally arrived, and our construction crews are taking advantage of the change.
• Department Merger   (May 17, 2019)
  The Department of Teacher Education and the Department of Leadership in Education, Nonprofits and Counseling will merge to form one department.
• Students Recognized for Mentoring   (May 16, 2019)
  Bradley students are recognized for mentoring area high school students during the inaugural High School Video Game Challenge.
• First Quarter of 2019 Business & Economic Indicators   (May 15, 2019)
  The Peoria-Pekin Metropolitan Statistical Area continued its favorable performance.
• Students Shine at Shell Eco-marathon Competition   (May 15, 2019)
  Bradley students improved the Shell Eco Car design and hold strong in a national competition.
• Mechanical Engineering Scholars Announced   (May 14, 2019)
  The Caterpillar College of Engineering and Technology announced scholar awards for Mechanical Engineering students.
• Phi Kappa Phi Academic Hall of Fame   (May 13, 2019)
  The newest members of Phi Kappa Phi Academic Hall of Fame have been announced at Bradley University.
• Bradley University Commencement Ceremony Take Place Sunday   (May 12, 2019)
  Nearly 1000 degrees will be awarded by Bradley University during the combined graduate and undergraduate commencement ceremonies.
• LAS Awards Announced   (May 10, 2019)
  The College of LAS announces spring semester 2019 awards for outstanding students.
• Student Leaders Recognized with Awards   (May 6, 2019)
  Student leaders were recognized by the Office of Student Affairs at the annual student leadership awards ceremony.
• Outstanding Co-op/Interns of the Year   (May 6, 2019)
  2018 Outstanding Co-op/Interns of the Year award winners are announced.
• Slane College Announces Semester Awards     (May 6, 2019)
  Slane College of Communications and Fine Arts Announces Spring Semester 2019 Awards for outstanding students.
• Bradley University Summer Piano Camp   (May 2, 2019)
  Registration is open for the 6th Annual Summer Piano Camp that will be held at Bradley University from June 3 - 7.
• Starting a Business in Illinois   (May 1, 2019)
  Bradley University is offering two workshops titled Starting a Business in Illinois that is designed to inspire and assist entrepreneurs.
• Big Idea Contest Winners   (May 1, 2019)
  Bradley's Big Idea Contest announces the winning innovative ideas from the competition.
• New Doctor of Education Added to Bradley’s Online Programs   (May 1, 2019)
  Bradley University announces the expansion of its online degree programs with the launch of a Doctor of Education.
• Helping Disadvantaged Business Owners   (Apr 24, 2019)
  Learn why you should obtain your DBE Certification and how to avoid your application being denied.
• May Music Events at Bradley   (Apr 23, 2019)
  There are quite a few music events taking place at the beginning of May on Bradley's campus.
• Speech Team Wins National Forensic Contest   (Apr 23, 2019)
  The Bradley Speech Team wins the National Forensic Association (NFA) contest held in California.
• The 34th Annual Bradley University High School Honor Band   (Apr 22, 2019)
  Internationally known composer Brian Balmages will conduct the Bradley High School Honor Band on Tuesday, April 30.
• Lifelong Learner Opportunities This Summer   (Apr 21, 2019)
  OLLI is offering over 45 educational programs including learning trips, study groups, and special events this summer.
• Spring Concert – Bradley Symphonic Band and Winds   (Apr 21, 2019)
  The Bradley Symphonic Band and the Bradley Symphonic Winds will present their spring concert on Sunday, April 28.
• Satisfy Your Inner Gamer   (Apr 18, 2019)
  Bradley's Interactive Media students are set to bring their games to the Riverfront Museum for a free event called FUSE.
• Peoria Public Radio Agreement Signed   (Apr 18, 2019)
  Bradley University and Illinois State University have signed an agreement regarding WCBU - Peoria Public Radio.
• Public Viewing of the Student Scholarship Expo   (Apr 16, 2019)
  The Student Scholarship Expo is an annual celebration of Bradley students' research, scholarship and creative production.
• The Finals of Bradley's Big Idea Competition   (Apr 16, 2019)
  The final round of the Turner School of Entrepreneurship and Innovation's Big Idea Competition has $20,000 up for grabs.
• Physical Therapy Department Wins Two Prestigious Awards   (Apr 15, 2019)
  One professor and one student receive prestigious awards at the Illinois Physical Therapy Association annual conference.
• Media Invited to Final Competition of NASA’s 3D-Printed Habitat Challenge   (Apr 15, 2019)
  The challenge, which began in 2015, is structured in phases, each with multiple levels. It has a total prize purse of $3.15 million, with $800,000 to be awarded at this final stage.
• The Search for Post-Traumatic Growth   (Apr 10, 2019)
  The Bradley Center for Collaborative Brain Research is set to host the fourth annual Super Brain Summit, Focusing on the theme of Trauma: The Search for Post-Traumatic Growth.
• Is Digital Privacy Protecting Criminals?   (Apr 8, 2019)
  Dr. Craig Curtis, a professor of political science at Bradley, will dive into the recent developments regarding digital privacy.
• Upcoming Music Events at Bradley   (Apr 7, 2019)
  Special guest visits, voice and flute recitals, plus a performance by the Bradley Women's Choir are set to come to campus this April in the Dingeldine Music Center.
• National Eating Disorders Association Walk   (Apr 4, 2019)
  The 4th annual Peoria National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA) Walk, sponsored by The Body Project, will take place tomorrow at Bradley.
• Bradley and ICC Partner to Help Students Achieve Degrees   (Apr 2, 2019)
  Bradley University and Illinois Central College are teaming up to help students gain their baccalaureate degrees.
• Upcoming Bradley Events to Help Small Businesses   (Mar 31, 2019)
  The IL Small Business Development Center and the IL Procurement Technical Assistance Center at Bradley are set to host a number of events in April.
• March Convergence Center Update   (Mar 31, 2019)
  Warmer weather is slowly arriving and the activities associated with the Convergence Center are heating up as well.
• Upcoming Music Events at Bradley   (Mar 27, 2019)
  Two chamber operas, a youth guitar recital and a new music concert are all coming to campus this April in the Dingeldine Music Center.
• Why is Interest in Our Genealogy Skyrocketing?   (Mar 25, 2019)
  Bradley professor Jackie Hogan's new book looks at why people are so fascinated by ancestry lately.
• Game Design at Bradley Ranks Among Best in the World   (Mar 24, 2019)
  Bradley's program is ranked 12th and is again the highest ranked school in Illinois.
• Artificial Intelligence - How Much is Too Much?   (Mar 21, 2019)
  The presentation, "The Robots Are Coming: Ethics, Politics and Society in the Age of Artificial Intelligence," is free and open to the public.
• Breaking Young Professional Stereotypes Starts with Soft Skills   (Mar 20, 2019)
  Lindsey Pollak, an expert on the multigenerational workplace and a NYTimes bestselling author, is set to speak at Bradley.
• Bradley Athletics on Upward Trajectory   (Mar 19, 2019)
  Bradley athletes are racking up wins and records while excelling in the classroom and contributing to the community.
• Joe Bucker of AutonomouStuff on Campus   (Mar 18, 2019)
  The Bradley Institute for Innovation through Collaboration will present Joe Buckner of AutonomouStuff on March 26.
• Kaboom! is Ranked #1 Mascot in the NCAA Tournament   (Mar 18, 2019)
  For The Win, part of USA TODAY Sports, ranked Kaboom! as the number one mascot in the 2019 NCAA tournament.
• Robots are Taking Over Renaissance Coliseum   (Mar 17, 2019)
  The FIRST Robotics Central Illinois Regional Competition is an intense three-day event that showcases robots developed and operated by teams of high school students.
• Bradley's MBA Program Reaches the Top   (Mar 11, 2019)
  Bradley is now the highest-rated part-time MBA program in Illinois outside of the Chicago area according to the U.S. News & World Report.
• Spring Break Recommendations and Offerings   (Mar 10, 2019)
  The following is intended to be a helpful list to review for Bradley students, faculty and staff before Spring Recess begins.
• IL Small Business Development Center March Events   (Mar 7, 2019)
  The Illinois Small Business Development Center at Bradley is hosting a number of events this month.
• McDowell Receives Innovation Award   (Mar 7, 2019)
  Dr. Bill McDowell received the 2019 Showcase Award at the Small Business Institute annual conference.
• Lifelong Learner Opportunities This Spring   (Mar 6, 2019)
  Registration is open for the spring classes and programs of the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI).
• Big Ideas Can Change the World   (Mar 5, 2019)
  The Turner School of Entrepreneurship and Innovation is hosting the 2nd annual Big Idea Competition with $20,000 up for grabs.
• Rethinking Human Trafficking   (Mar 4, 2019)
  Join for an informative talk by Julietta Hua Ph.D. titled "Rethinking Human Trafficking: Labor, Race, and the Case of Foxconn."
• Students Win Experiential Learning Project of the Year   (Mar 4, 2019)
  A group of recent graduates were awarded at the Small Business Institute annual conference.
• Summer Camp for Gifted Students   (Mar 3, 2019)
  Classes are designed to promote collaboration, higher-order thinking, and creativity.
• High School Choral Camp at Bradley   (Feb 28, 2019)
  Bradley’s All-State Choral Camp is open to all Illinois high school students.
• February Business and Engineering Convergence Complex Update   (Feb 28, 2019)
  Although the weather has been challenging, crews are making substantial progress.
• Concerto-Aria Competition Winners in Concert   (Feb 24, 2019)
  This year’s competition winners, Aria Cramer, Taylor Wells, and Nina Bui, are set to perform.
• Fourth Quarter of 2018 Business & Economic Indicators   (Feb 24, 2019)
  The Peoria-Pekin Metropolitan Statistical Area continued its positive performance.
• Student Recital: Molly Corbitt   (Feb 18, 2019)
  A senior majoring in music education will present a free saxophone recital on March 2.
• Bradley Professor Studies PTSD Treatments   (Feb 17, 2019)
  Researchers, including Dr. Nancy Sherman, are studying three different treatments for PTSD in Veterans.
• Faculty Concert: Michael W. Hull   (Feb 16, 2019)
  The concert on March 3 will feature Affiliate Guitar Faculty Michael Hull. It is free and open to the public.
• Illinois Saxophone Quintet at Bradley   (Feb 14, 2019)
  The world's only ongoing five saxophone group, ISQ, will perform a free concert on Sunday, March 3.
• David Axelrod to Speak on Campus   (Feb 13, 2019)
  David Axelrod, former Chief Strategist and Senior Advisor to President Obama, is coming to Bradley.
• Bradley Jazz Festival Features Wayne Bergeron   (Feb 12, 2019)
  The 15th Annual Bradley University Jazz Festival will take place on Tuesday, February 26.
• Bradley Chorale Talent Show   (Feb 11, 2019)
  The Chorale Talent Show is on February 21. All of the proceeds go toward their trip to Prague.
• Guest Artist Recital: Volante Winds   (Feb 10, 2019)
  The Volante Winds will perform a Guest Artist Recital at Bradley on Tuesday, February 19.
• "Lifers, Leaders and Likes" by Tom Sosnoff   (Feb 10, 2019)
  The 43rd McCord Lecture at Bradley will take place on Wednesday, February 27.
• Student Recital: Matt Grebner   (Feb 7, 2019)
  A junior majoring in music business and saxophone performance will present a free saxophone recital.
• Broadway Lights & Opera Stars   (Feb 7, 2019)
  The Bradley University Department of Music is set to present Broadway Lights & Opera Stars.
• Sousa Returns to Peoria   (Feb 6, 2019)
  The Bradley University Symphonic Winds, conducted by Dr. David Vroman, will present a costumed, turn-of-the-century park concert.
• Fifth Annual Illinois Regional College Fair at Bradley University   (Feb 3, 2019)
  Central Illinois students will have the opportunity to learn about 80 colleges and universities.
• IL Small Business Development Center Feb. Events   (Jan 30, 2019)
  The Illinois Small Business Development Center at Bradley is hosting a number of events this February.
• Concordia String Trio Concert   (Jan 27, 2019)
  The Concordia String Trio will present a Guest Artist concert Sunday, February 3 at 3 p.m. in the Dingeldine Music Center. Admission to this concert is free.
• Campus Closure Announcement   (Jan 27, 2019)
  Due to the dangerous conditions of extremely low temperatures combined with high winds, campus will be closed Wednesday, January 30.
• Nursing White Coat Ceremony   (Jan 24, 2019)
  Bradley will be honoring 124 sophomore students this year during its annual ceremony.
• Bradley University Named A Military Friendly School   (Jan 22, 2019)
  Bradley University has once again been recognized for its dedication to military students.
• Challenge on 74 Blood Drive   (Jan 21, 2019)
  The rivalry between ISU and Bradley is anticipated to deliver winning results for patients in need.
• Bradley University Residence Halls Set to Open Early   (Jan 15, 2019)
  With the wintery weather expected the next few days, residence halls will open on Thursday, January 17.
• Online Nursing Recognized by US News   (Jan 15, 2019)
  Bradley's online nursing program receives recognition from US News.
• Nearly 1700 Students Make Dean's List   (Jan 14, 2019)
  Nearly 1700 students have been named to Bradley University's Fall 2018 Dean's List.
• January Business and Engineering Convergence Complex Update   (Jan 14, 2019)
  The New Year brings new progress to the Business and Engineering Convergence Complex at Bradley.
• Jesse McCartney, Andy Grammer, and T-Pain to Perform at Bradley   (Jan 6, 2019)
  The Activities Council of Bradley University announces the brand new annual concert, Recess.
• Bradley to Offer SAT, ACT Review Classes   (Jan 1, 2019)
  Bradley University will offer SAT and ACT review classes February 5 through March 5 .
• Student Laureate Announced   (Dec 16, 2018)
  Saint Paul native, Bradley student and tennis athlete, Malini Wijesinghe, is named Illinois Student Laureate for excellence in curricular and extracurricular activities.
• Haslag Delivers Student Remarks at Commencement   (Dec 15, 2018)
  Erica Haslag, double major, honor student and volleyball player, encourages her fellow graduates to 'trust the process and dream big."
• Winter Commencement Saturday   (Dec 12, 2018)
  Bradley University will conduct its mid-year commencement ceremony on Saturday in the Renaissance Coliseum on campus.
• Designing Space SUITS for NASA   (Dec 9, 2018)
  A group of Bradley students will be working with NASA once again on the NASA S.U.I.T.S Design Challenge.
• "Give Hope for New Life" Wins Prestigious Ebeling Award   (Dec 9, 2018)
  A group of public relations students raised awareness of organ donation among local high school students.
• Bradley University Board Approves New Trustees   (Dec 7, 2018)
  Trustees at Bradley University have voted to add five new members to the board.
• Beam Signing & Topping Off Ceremony   (Dec 5, 2018)
  Bradley is holding a topping off ceremony as crews put one of the final beams in place atop the Business and Engineering Convergence Center.
• Man's Best Friend(s) Help Reduce Stress During Finals   (Dec 4, 2018)
  Students, faculty and staff are invited to this informal canine meet-and-greet.
• Student Launches Gaming Fundraiser While Studying in Hollywood   (Dec 3, 2018)
  A Bradley student organized the Mercy's Wings Fundraiser Tournament for charity.
• Students Help Deliver Healthy Choices to Schools   (Dec 3, 2018)
  Students partnered with Peoria Public Schools and Sodexo for an after-school snack program.
• Upcoming Bradley University Music Events   (Nov 27, 2018)
  Bradley University is set to host a number of upcoming music events.
• Third Quarter of 2018 Business and Economic Indicators   (Nov 18, 2018)
  The Peoria-Pekin Metropolitan Statistical Area continued its positive performance.
• November Business and Engineering Complex Update   (Nov 13, 2018)
  Even with the sudden change in weather and the cold temperatures that hit us, there is substantial progress being made on our construction project.
• Is Our Entrepreneurial Ecosystem Set for Success?   (Nov 12, 2018)
  The Entrepreneurial Ecosystem & Convergence Conference is coming to Bradley.
• Prayers of Light Concert   (Nov 11, 2018)
  The Bradley Community Chorus and Symphony Orchestra will present their “Prayers of Light” concert at St. Mary’s Cathedral.
• Bradley Students Help Local Businesses   (Nov 11, 2018)
  The Illinois Small Busines Development Center is now accepting applications from local businesses.
• Everything You Wanted to Know About Indians But Were Afraid to Ask   (Nov 11, 2018)
  Anton Treuer, Bradley's 2018 Armstrong speaker, is coming to campus on November 28.
• ALPFA Students Combat Food Insecurity Issues   (Nov 9, 2018)
  Four members of the Association of Latino Professionals For America joined the Community Foundation of Central Illinois.
• Students Present Voice Recital   (Nov 8, 2018)
  The program features music by Schubert, Brahms and Rachmaninoff as well as American composers Leonard Bernstein, Lee Hoiby and more.
• Bradley Hilltop Combo in Concert   (Nov 7, 2018)
  The group will present music for the small jazz group in a variety of styles.
• Bradley Game Design Students Featured on Global Stage   (Nov 6, 2018)
  DreamHack.com has highlighted Bradley students' impressive work.
• “Courage and Compassion: Our Shared Story of the Japanese American WWII Experience”    (Nov 4, 2018)
  Bradley, in partnership with the PPL, is set to host a national exhibit.
• Make-A-Wish Founder to Receive Entrepreneur of the Year Award   (Nov 1, 2018)
  Frank Shankwitz, founder of the Make-A-Wish Foundation, is coming to Bradley.
• Understanding "Fake News"   (Nov 1, 2018)
  Author of Post-Truth, an Amazon.com bestseller, Lee McIntyre is visiting campus to present this year's Robison Lecture.
• Preparatory School for Youth Guitar Recital   (Oct 25, 2018)
  This is your chance to see some of the best youth guitarists in Illinois.
• Bradley Welcomes Merit Platform   (Oct 25, 2018)
  Bradley students never fail to amaze us. With Merit, we can help publish stories about their accomplishments.
• Wolfe-Wang Duo Featured at Bradley's Guest Artist Recital   (Oct 24, 2018)
  The program will feature three of the Beethoven Sonatas for keyboard and violin.
• Lifelong Learning Opportunities This Winter   (Oct 23, 2018)
  OLLI’s winter program will provide a variety of educational events for the active and engaged participant.
• Fright and Fun on Fredonia   (Oct 21, 2018)
  Dress up in your favorite Halloween costume and join us for trick-or-treating.
• Bradley Faculty to Perform Piano Trios   (Oct 18, 2018)
  The program will feature the lighthearted Trio in G Major by a young Claude Debussy and Bedřich Smetana's tragic Trio in G minor.
• Chinese Consul General to Visit Bradley   (Oct 16, 2018)
  The Acting Consul General of the Chinese Consulate in Chicago, Mr. Jun Liu, is set to visit Bradley.
• Bradley University's Cybersecurity Day   (Oct 14, 2018)
  This event will address current and future cybersecurity issues from a different perspective.
• Peorians Lead List of Groundbreaking Women   (Oct 14, 2018)
  Voters in Illinois Top 200 project put Lydia Moss Bradley, Betty Friedan at top of list
• Upcoming Music Events at Bradley University   (Oct 10, 2018)
  Here's a list of the upcoming music events that will take place in Bradley's Dingeldine Music Center.
• Steiner Symposium Draws National Names   (Oct 7, 2018)
  Coaches, officials, former athletes, broadcasters, writers, teachers and more are coming to Bradley.
• September Business and Engineering Complex Update   (Oct 4, 2018)
  The new Business and Engineering Complex continues to take shape.
• Bradley University Jazz Ensembles Present An Afternoon of Jazz   (Oct 4, 2018)
  The Bradley University Jazz Ensemble and Groove Project are set to perform.
• Bradley Wins Global Gold Medal   (Oct 4, 2018)
  Bradley’s APICS chapter won the supply chain management organization’s annual international case competition.
• Bradley University Chorale Ensembles in Concert   (Oct 3, 2018)
  Featured ensembles include the Bradley Women’s Choir, Chorale and Chamber Singers.
• Fraternity Named One of Best in Nation   (Oct 1, 2018)
  Delta Upsilon’s Bradley chapter is named one of the best in the nation and recent graduate Alex Erbs is named distinguished undergraduate.
• New Centurions Inducted   (Sep 28, 2018)
  The Centurion Society is a way to honor exceptional Bradley alumni. Bradley has more than 65,000 living alumni, but only a select few have received this prestigious honor.
• Faculty and Staff Recognized at Founder's Day   (Sep 28, 2018)
  Faculty and staff were recognized with prestigious awards for their contributions to the University at the annual Founder's Day ceremony.
• Alumni Awards Announced   (Sep 28, 2018)
  Three special alumni awards were announced at the annual Founder's Day activities at Bradley.
• Internationally Recognized Music Performers at Bradley   (Sep 25, 2018)
  Bradley's Guest Artist Recital features Cellist Moisés Molina and pianist Po-Chuan Chiang.
• Peoria Resident Named Parent of the Year   (Sep 23, 2018)
  Randy Largent, a Peoria resident and single father of two girls, was just named Bradley's Parent of the Year.
• Immigrants from 80 Countries Slated to Become American Citizens   (Sep 19, 2018)
  More than 650 immigrants will be sworn in as new American citizens at this powerful and inspirational ceremony.