Add to Calendar2/21/2020 08:30 PM2/21/2020 08:30 PMAmerica/ChicagoFine Arts Series :: Stephen Tharp '92, Organist<p>We are thrilled to bring back one of Illinois College’s very own, virtuoso organist<strong> Stephen Tharp ’92</strong>. A magna cum laude graduate of Illinois College, Mr. Tharp has become one of the world’s great organists, a consummate musician, renowned for performances that are both insightful and exciting. He has concertized throughout the United States and Europe (he recently completed his 58th concert tour of Europe), was organist at both St. Patrick’s Cathedral and St. Bartholomew’s Church in New York City, and was official organist for the New York visit of Pope Benedict XVI in 2008. The Dallas Morning News wrote that he is “one of the most brilliant concert organists around these days,” and Diapason magazine called him “the best organist in America.”</p>
<p>Learn more about this event and get ticket information on the <a href="https://www.ic.edu/fas"><strong>Fine Arts Series</strong></a> page.</p>
Rammelkamp Chapel
Add to Calendar3/11/2020 09:00 AM3/11/2020 09:00 AMAmerica/ChicagoGo ALL IN FOR IC!<h3><strong>One day, double the impact. Are you #ALLIN4IC? | </strong>Wednesday, March 11, 2020</h3>
<p>Illinois College’s third annual Day of Giving offers even more opportunities for alumni and friends around the world to show their support for Illinois College. Generous donors have once again made it possible to match each gift made during the day, essentially doubling each dollar you give. This year, we hope to break giving records, ensuring this event has a major impact on IC students and faculty all year.</p>
<p>Whether you join us online, on campus or at a regional event, you can go <strong>ALL IN FOR IC </strong>to help inspire achievement and empower students to make a difference in the world.</p>
Add to Calendar3/25/2020 07:30 PM3/25/2020 07:30 PMAmerica/ChicagoFine Arts Series - Family Night Series :: The Roots of Rural Music<p>Nationally acclaimed singer/songwriter, folk musician and educator from central Illinois, <strong>Chris Vallillo</strong>, will present this lively, family-oriented program, which traces the songs of rural America, from the first pioneers through the era of steamboats, trains and early radio (including the Carter Family and<strong> Jimmie Rodgers</strong>), and their impact on our lives today, while also performing on vintage instruments. This program is sure to delight both adults and children of all ages.</p>
<p>Get ticket information on the <a href="https://www.ic.edu/fas"><strong>Fine Arts Series</strong></a> page.</p>
<p>To expand the celebration of our 40th anniversary, we’ve added two Family Night events: shorter narrated programs by area storytellers and musicians, designed to appeal to both children and adults, starting at the “kid-friendly” time of 6:30 p.m. on two Wednesday evenings. Adult admission to Family Night events is included in the Series season ticket. Single adult admission to each Family Night event is just $5, and, as always, children and students are admitted free of charge.</p>
Sibert Theatre
Add to Calendar4/24/2020 09:00 AM4/24/2020 09:00 AMAmerica/ChicagoCelebration of Excellence<p><strong>Celebration of Excellence is an annual Illinois College campus tradition each spring with a full day of events to mark the closing of the academic year and celebrate the achievements of the IC community. </strong></p>
<p>See a full schedule of events at the <a href="/celebrationofexcellence"><strong>Celebration of Excellence</strong></a> page.</p>
Illinois College
Add to Calendar4/24/2020 07:30 PM4/24/2020 07:30 PMAmerica/ChicagoFine Arts Series :: The Stan Kenton Legacy Orchestra<p>We conclude our 40th anniversary season with an exciting group, new to Jacksonville, <strong>The Stan Kenton Legacy Orchestra</strong>. Alumni from the 1956-1978 Stan Kenton orchestras, plus some wonderful young new members, come together to perform some of the well known music of the Stan Kenton Orchestra; plus, in keeping with Kenton’s insistence on not just performing nostalgia type music, the orchestra performs fresh new material written in the Kenton style, as well as original material written by members of the band. The ensemble enjoys the blessing <strong>Leslie Kenton</strong>, Stan Kenton’s eldest daughter, who approves of all the Orchestra is doing to keep the Kenton Legacy alive. Don’t miss this 18-piece big band, which is carrying on Kenton’s tradition of dedication to creative music and to jazz education.</p>
<p>Learn more about this event and get ticket information on the <a href="https://www.ic.edu/fas"><strong>Fine Arts Series</strong></a> page.</p>
Rammelkamp Chapel
Add to Calendar4/25/2020 11:30 AM4/25/2020 11:30 AMAmerica/ChicagoIC Varsity Club<p>All IC Varsity Club members are invited to enjoy food and beverages while watching IC athletics in a fun, relaxed atmosphere on April 25 from 11:30- 1:30 p.m.</p>
<p>Outdoor Track & Field begins at 10 a.m. and IC Baseball faces Grinnell College at 11 a.m. <br />
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<p>Annual donations to the <a href="https://www.givecampus.com/schools/IllinoisCollege/illinois-college-varsity-club"><strong>IC Varsity Club</strong></a> strengthen Illinois College athletic programs by supporting daily operations for each of the College’s 24 athletic teams. By joining ICVC, members support world-class facilities and competitive experience for nearly 500 student-athletes. To learn more about joining the IC Varsity Club, visit <a href="http://www.ic.edu/icvc"><strong>www.ic.edu/icvc</strong></a>. </p>
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Bruner Fitness and Recreation Center
Add to Calendar5/8/2020 06:00 PM5/8/2020 06:00 PMAmerica/ChicagoIllinois College Society Gala <p>A formal invitation will be sent to all Society members. </p>
<p>For more information about this event or joining the Illinois College Society, visit <strong><a href="https://www.ic.edu/icsociety">www.ic.edu/icsociety</a> </strong>or contact<a href="https://www.ic.edu/directory/lucca-chloe"><strong> Chloe Lucca</strong></a> at 217.245.3047 or <a href="mailto:chloe.lucca@ic.edu"><strong>chloe.lucca@ic.edu</strong></a>. </p>
Illinois College, Details TBA
Add to Calendar5/9/2020 05:00 PM5/9/2020 05:00 PMAmerica/ChicagoOsage Orange Festival<p>Join us during our annual Osage Orange Festival to welcome the graduating seniors of the Class of 2020 and their families into the Illinois College alumni community. </p>
<p>The event includes free admission and live music, inflatables, face painting, games and fun activities for all ages. A variety of the area’s favorite food trucks will provide food for purchase. </p>
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Lincoln Hall Parking Lot
Add to Calendar5/10/2020 01:00 PM5/10/2020 01:00 PMAmerica/Chicago186th Illinois College Commencement <p>A full schedule will be posted at <strong><a href="https://www.ic.edu/commencement">www.ic.edu/commencement</a></strong> prior to Commencement.</p>
King Fieldhouse, Bruner Fitness and Recreation Center
