Registration and Event Info

FRIDAY, APRIL 8, 2022

Judson University, Elgin, IL

World Leaders Forum will bring back the Inspirational Series featuring Special Guest Edward James Olmos on April 8 at Judson University in Elgin. The event will be hosted by entrepreneur Jacqueline Ruiz, who will also moderate a panel discussion.

NOVEMBER 5, 2021

Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center

Judson University was excited to host foreign policy expert and retired General David Petraeus for the 2021 World Leaders Forum. Retired Gen. David Petraeus shared insights from his decorated 37-year military career and unique nonpartisan point of view. Petraeus marked the 10th anniversary of Judson’s speaker series, held annually to inspire the next generation of leaders and give the greater Chicago community access to prominent global leaders.

July 9, 2021

Herrick Chapel, Judson University, Elgin, IL

Judson University was excited to host actor and entrepreneur, Terrence Howard at the second Conversations with Mark Vargas event on July 9, 2021, at Judson University in Elgin. Judson alum Mark Vargas (’04) had a thoughtful and entertaining conversation with Howard about life, business, and finding inspiration.

The interview with Howard was the second in the World Leaders Forum series, Conversations with Mark Vargas, where Vargas invites some of the most recognizable names in business, entertainment, and politics to join him for a lively, informal discussion covering a wide range of topics.