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August

• Bradley Featured Among Princeton Review’s “Best 385 Colleges”
  For another year, Bradley University is one of the nation's best institutions for undergraduates.
• Upcoming Bradley Events to Help Small Businesses
  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
  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.

July

• International Childfree Day and the Rise of the Childfree Lifestyle
  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
  Registration begins Wednesday, July 24 for the fall programs of the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI).

June

• One Giant Leap for Engineering
  A Bradley student designs and builds a replica hatch from Apollo 11 mission for the Smithsonian.
• Helping Area Businesses Find The Next Big Thing
  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
  Bradley is the most likely school in Illinois to score you a job according to Zippia.
• Bradley Students Helping Local Businesses
  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
  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
  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.

May

• Spring 2019 Dean's List
  Bradley University announces the Spring 2019 Dean's List.
• Registration for the Bradley Summer Forensics Institute
  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
  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
  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
  Warmer weather has finally arrived, and our construction crews are taking advantage of the change.
• Department Merger
  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
  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
  The Peoria-Pekin Metropolitan Statistical Area continued its favorable performance.
• Students Shine at Shell Eco-marathon Competition
  Bradley students improved the Shell Eco Car design and hold strong in a national competition.
• Mechanical Engineering Scholars Announced
  The Caterpillar College of Engineering and Technology announced scholar awards for Mechanical Engineering students.
• Phi Kappa Phi Academic Hall of Fame
  The newest members of Phi Kappa Phi Academic Hall of Fame have been announced at Bradley University.
• Bradley University Commencement Ceremony Take Place Sunday
  Nearly 1000 degrees will be awarded by Bradley University during the combined graduate and undergraduate commencement ceremonies.
• LAS Awards Announced
  The College of LAS announces spring semester 2019 awards for outstanding students.
• Student Leaders Recognized with Awards
  Student leaders were recognized by the Office of Student Affairs at the annual student leadership awards ceremony.
• Outstanding Co-op/Interns of the Year
  2018 Outstanding Co-op/Interns of the Year award winners are announced.
• Slane College Announces Semester Awards  
  Slane College of Communications and Fine Arts Announces Spring Semester 2019 Awards for outstanding students.
• Bradley University Summer Piano Camp
  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
  Bradley University is offering two workshops titled Starting a Business in Illinois that is designed to inspire and assist entrepreneurs.
• Big Idea Contest Winners
  Bradley's Big Idea Contest announces the winning innovative ideas from the competition.
• New Doctor of Education Added to Bradley’s Online Programs
  Bradley University announces the expansion of its online degree programs with the launch of a Doctor of Education.

April

• Helping Disadvantaged Business Owners
  Learn why you should obtain your DBE Certification and how to avoid your application being denied.
• May Music Events at Bradley
  There are quite a few music events taking place at the beginning of May on Bradley's campus.
• Speech Team Wins National Forensic Contest
  The Bradley Speech Team wins the National Forensic Association (NFA) contest held in California.
• The 34th Annual Bradley University High School Honor Band
  Internationally known composer Brian Balmages will conduct the Bradley High School Honor Band on Tuesday, April 30.
• Lifelong Learner Opportunities This Summer
  OLLI is offering over 45 educational programs including learning trips, study groups, and special events this summer.
• Spring Concert – Bradley Symphonic Band and Winds
  The Bradley Symphonic Band and the Bradley Symphonic Winds will present their spring concert on Sunday, April 28.
• Satisfy Your Inner Gamer
  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
  Bradley University and Illinois State University have signed an agreement regarding WCBU - Peoria Public Radio.
• Public Viewing of the Student Scholarship Expo
  The Student Scholarship Expo is an annual celebration of Bradley students' research, scholarship and creative production.
• The Finals of Bradley's Big Idea Competition
  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
  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
  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
  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?
  Dr. Craig Curtis, a professor of political science at Bradley, will dive into the recent developments regarding digital privacy.
• Upcoming Music Events at Bradley
  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
  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
  Bradley University and Illinois Central College are teaming up to help students gain their baccalaureate degrees.
• Upcoming Bradley Events to Help Small Businesses
  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
  Warmer weather is slowly arriving and the activities associated with the Convergence Center are heating up as well.

March

• Upcoming Music Events at Bradley
  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?
  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
  Bradley's program is ranked 12th and is again the highest ranked school in Illinois.
• Artificial Intelligence - How Much is Too Much?
  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
  Lindsey Pollak, an expert on the multigenerational workplace and a NYTimes bestselling author, is set to speak at Bradley.
• Bradley Athletics on Upward Trajectory
  Bradley athletes are racking up wins and records while excelling in the classroom and contributing to the community.
• Joe Bucker of AutonomouStuff on Campus
  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
  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
  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
  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
  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
  The Illinois Small Business Development Center at Bradley is hosting a number of events this month.
• McDowell Receives Innovation Award
  Dr. Bill McDowell received the 2019 Showcase Award at the Small Business Institute annual conference.
• Lifelong Learner Opportunities This Spring
  Registration is open for the spring classes and programs of the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI).
• Big Ideas Can Change the World
  The Turner School of Entrepreneurship and Innovation is hosting the 2nd annual Big Idea Competition with $20,000 up for grabs.
• Rethinking Human Trafficking
  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
  A group of recent graduates were awarded at the Small Business Institute annual conference.
• Summer Camp for Gifted Students
  Classes are designed to promote collaboration, higher-order thinking, and creativity.
• High School Choral Camp at Bradley
  Bradley’s All-State Choral Camp is open to all Illinois high school students.
• February Business and Engineering Convergence Complex Update
  Although the weather has been challenging, crews are making substantial progress.

February

• Concerto-Aria Competition Winners in Concert
  This year’s competition winners, Aria Cramer, Taylor Wells, and Nina Bui, are set to perform.
• Fourth Quarter of 2018 Business & Economic Indicators
  The Peoria-Pekin Metropolitan Statistical Area continued its positive performance.
• Student Recital: Molly Corbitt
  A senior majoring in music education will present a free saxophone recital on March 2.
• Bradley Professor Studies PTSD Treatments
  Researchers, including Dr. Nancy Sherman, are studying three different treatments for PTSD in Veterans.
• Faculty Concert: Michael W. Hull
  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
  The world's only ongoing five saxophone group, ISQ, will perform a free concert on Sunday, March 3.
• David Axelrod to Speak on Campus
  David Axelrod, former Chief Strategist and Senior Advisor to President Obama, is coming to Bradley.
• Bradley Jazz Festival Features Wayne Bergeron
  The 15th Annual Bradley University Jazz Festival will take place on Tuesday, February 26.
• Bradley Chorale Talent Show
  The Chorale Talent Show is on February 21. All of the proceeds go toward their trip to Prague.
• Guest Artist Recital: Volante Winds
  The Volante Winds will perform a Guest Artist Recital at Bradley on Tuesday, February 19.
• "Lifers, Leaders and Likes" by Tom Sosnoff
  The 43rd McCord Lecture at Bradley will take place on Wednesday, February 27.
• Student Recital: Matt Grebner
  A junior majoring in music business and saxophone performance will present a free saxophone recital.
• Broadway Lights & Opera Stars
  The Bradley University Department of Music is set to present Broadway Lights & Opera Stars.
• Sousa Returns to Peoria
  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
  Central Illinois students will have the opportunity to learn about 80 colleges and universities.

January

• IL Small Business Development Center Feb. Events
  The Illinois Small Business Development Center at Bradley is hosting a number of events this February.
• Concordia String Trio Concert
  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
  Due to the dangerous conditions of extremely low temperatures combined with high winds, campus will be closed Wednesday, January 30.
• Nursing White Coat Ceremony
  Bradley will be honoring 124 sophomore students this year during its annual ceremony.
• Bradley University Named A Military Friendly School
  Bradley University has once again been recognized for its dedication to military students.
• Challenge on 74 Blood Drive
  The rivalry between ISU and Bradley is anticipated to deliver winning results for patients in need.
• Bradley University Residence Halls Set to Open Early
  With the wintery weather expected the next few days, residence halls will open on Thursday, January 17.
• Online Nursing Recognized by US News
  Bradley's online nursing program receives recognition from US News.
• Nearly 1700 Students Make Dean's List
  Nearly 1700 students have been named to Bradley University's Fall 2018 Dean's List.
• January Business and Engineering Convergence Complex Update
  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
  The Activities Council of Bradley University announces the brand new annual concert, Recess.
• Bradley to Offer SAT, ACT Review Classes
  Bradley University will offer SAT and ACT review classes February 5 through March 5 .