| Judson Theater Presents “Almost, Maine” |
Judson Theater Presents "Almost, Maine"
(Elgin, IL – February 3, 2012) Escape the bitter chill of winter and come to Judson University's newest theater production of “Almost, Maine." This student-directed production will hold two performances at 7 p.m. on Friday, February 24 and Saturday, February 25 in the Marjorie Thulin Performance Hall of the Alice and Ed Thompson Center (1151 N. State St., Elgin). |
| “Blue Like Jazz” Writer, Director, and Producer Steve Taylor to Speak at Judson University’s Imago Film Festival |
"Blue Like Jazz" Writer, Director, and Producer Steve Taylor to Speak at Judson University's Imago Film Festival
(Elgin, IL – January 30, 2012) Judson University is pleased to announce Steve Taylor as the creative keynote speaker for the 2012 Imago Film Festival. The annual week-long film festival will be held March 26-March 30 in the Marjorie Hall Thulin Performance Hall on the Judson University campus in Elgin, Ill. The creative keynote address will be held at 6 p.m. on Friday, March 30 during a full awards ceremony for finalists of the festival. |
| Judson University School of Art, Design and Architecture Welcomes Guest Lecturers Tristan D'Estree Sterk and Kimmy Noonen |
Judson University School of Art, Design and Architecture Welcomes Guest Lecturers Tristan D'Estree Sterk and Kimmy Noonen
(Elgin, IL – January 26, 2012) Judson University's School of Art, Design and Architecture (SoADA) is pleased to welcome Tristan D'Estree Sterk and Kimmy Noonen as guest lecturers for upcoming events for the school's spring 2012 lecture and exhibition series. |
| Judson University Will Host Live Chat with Elgin Mayor David Kaptain on February 21 |
Judson University Will Host Live Chat with Elgin Mayor David Kaptain on February 21
(Elgin, IL - January 26, 2012) The City of Elgin is partnering with Judson University to produce a live chat with Elgin Mayor David Kaptain on Tuesday, February 21, at 7 p.m. in the Harm A. Weber Academic Center, Room 221. |
| Judson Soccer Coach Steve Burke Receives Coaching Award from NISOA |
Judson Soccer Coach Steve Burke Receives Coaching Award from NISOA
(KANSAS CITY, Mo. January 25, 2012) Earning yet another coaching award in his storied career at Judson University, men's soccer coach Steve Burke was given the NISOA (National Intercollegiate Soccer Officials Association) Coaching Award through the NCCAA (National Christian College Athletic Association). On Friday, January 13, Burke was named the 2011 Frank Jewel award winner for his character and coaching ability on the field.
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| Judson to Host Two-Day Blood Drive on January 25-26 |
Judson to Host Two-Day Blood Drive on January 25-26
(Elgin, IL - January 23, 2012) Judson will host a two day blood drive next Wednesday, January 25 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Thursday, January 26 from 2:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Both will be held in the Eagle Lounge in Lindner Tower. During the September blood drive, 153 lives were saved as a result of the donations. The goal for the two-day January drive will be to save 300 lives.
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| Judson University to Host Graduate School Fair Today |
Judson University to Host Graduate School Fair on January 23
(Elgin, IL January 16, 2012) Judson University's Adult Education program and the Career Development Center will host a Graduate School Fair from 4:30 to 7 p.m., Monday, January 23 at Lindner Tower on the Elgin campus (1151 N. State St.). This event includes approximately 12 representatives from local universities, with three seminary programs represented, Trinity International, North Park and Northern Baptist. Traditional face-to-face and online delivery formats will be present.
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| Judson to Host “Magic of Music” Benefit Concert and Magic Show |
Judson to Host “Magic of Music” Benefit Concert and Magic Show
(ELGIN, IL January 16, 2012) Judson University’s Department of Music is hosting the “Magic of Music” Benefit Concert and Magic Show at 4 p.m., Saturday, February 11 in Herrick Chapel, located on Judson’s Elgin campus (1151 N. State St.).
This family-friendly event will feature Judson music faculty and special guests, the “Amazing Carringtons,” a group of master musician-magicians. Proceeds will help provide scholarship aid to students interested in attending the Fox Valley Music Camp and/or participating in the Judson Community Music School. Ticket information can be found at www.judsonu.edu/magicofmusic or call the Judson Box Office at (847) 628-1119.
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| Nobel Peace Prize Winner Mikhail Gorbachev to Speak at Judson University's World Leaders Forum |
Nobel Peace Prize Winner to Speak at Judson University’s World Leaders Forum
(ELGIN, IL January 12, 2011) Judson University will host its second World Leaders Forum on April 21, with former Soviet President Mikhail Gorbachev as the keynote speaker. The World Leaders Forum will feature a VIP Keynote and Reception at 3:00 p.m. in the Betty Lindner Campus Commons of Judson’s Elgin campus (1151 N. State St.). A second speech will follow for Judson’s students, faculty, staff and alumni at 5:30 p.m. in Herrick Chapel.
“We’re very excited to welcome a leader of President Gorbachev’s stature and world impact to Judson University,” said John Shales, a Judson University Trustee and chair of the World Leaders Forum Planning Committee.
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| Judson University Adult Division to Host Open Houses |
Judson University's Adult Division to Host Open Houses
(Elgin, IL January 10, 2012) Judson University’s School of Leadership and Business will host an open house from 5-7 p.m. at the Rockford Campus (1055 Featherstone Rd.) on Monday, January 16, and at the Elgin Campus (1151 N. State St.) on Tuesday, January 17.
Prospective bachelor and masters degree students will have the opportunity to learn about the wide variety of evening programs offered, speak with an advisor, have a warm bowl of chili, and at 6 p.m. attend a brief presentation on How Can I Pay for My College Education. The presentation is designed to inform students of the options and processes involved with financing their education.
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