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News for Alumni and University Friends

Special Edition: Back to Campus

Aug. 23, 2024

The Fall 2024 semester started Wednesday of this week and there is so much happening on campus for new and returning students, and our entire Bradley community to look forward to this semester. That includes more than 15,000 Bradley alumni living throughout Central Illinois.

So, we've put together this special edition of Bradley Connect for Central Illinois to help you plan your next trip back home to the hilltop. Check out the events and opportunities we have coming up that range from athletics and concerts, to special guest speakers and alumni activities.

Homecoming 2024 Is Around the Corner!

We've added a new way to celebrate Homecoming! This year we are inviting you to our College Open Houses, on September 28 at 1 p.m. See what's new with the college you graduated from, or simply tour some of our most innovative facilities like the Business & Engineering Convergence Center and the Caterpillar Global Communications Center. Or, visit your favorite places like Westlake Hall and the Library to see how they've changed. Our faculty have created great programs to help you explore the latest excitement in your college!

Its Showtime on Campus

September 9 brings Grammy Award winner Sarah Jarosz to Dingledine Music Hall as part of the Fall Kolb Concert Series for Women in Music. You can use promo code "Braves" for half-priced tickets today!

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Tiny Beautiful Things

September 5–8

Adapted by Nia Vardalos from the book by Cheryl Strayed, this play is about reaching when you’re stuck, healing when you’re broken and finding the courage to take on the questions that have no answers.

The Three Musketeers

November 7–10 & 14–17

From comedic master Ken Ludwig, this adaptation of the Alexander Dumas swashbuckling classic features over-the-top style to bring a new look in the tale of heroism and honor.

See What's On Stage Next

Connect and Learn with Industry Leaders

6th Annual Small Business Awards | August 29

Join as we recognize and celebrate the success of entrepreneurs, start-ups, rural businesses, innovators, and the people that support them!

TEDxBradley Speakers | September 11

Register and hear from speakers that range from Bradley University community members, government leaders and trail-blazing entrepreneurs!

OLLI Distinguished Speaker | November 14

Be a part of this inaugural event that will feature the author of The Neuroscience of You and University of Washington professor: Chantel Prat

A New Season with Your Braves

Save the Date & Get Ready for Some Special Events!

St. Jude Bags Tournament | Sept. 14

Get excited for the Bradley St. Jude Run happening next year on August 2, 2025. Join us this fall for some friendly competition and fundraising that will help to support next year's run! If you're interested in joining this year's bags tournament, or if you have questions about next year's St. Jude Run, please send an email to stjuderuns@bradley.edu.

Mark your calendars and get ready to go back to Jimmy's Bar for this year's Bratfest. We will be opening registration soon and hope to see you there!

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