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SUMMARY:Oktoberfest 2026
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, Sept. 18\, 2026 at 5 p.m.\nSaturday\, Sept. 19\, 2026 at 4 p.m.\nÃÛÌÒTV and the Village of Lisle proudly present Oktoberfest Lisle! A lively two-day community festival featuring German food\, beer\, and live music! \nHelp support ÃÛÌÒTV’s student life and activities\, campus beautification\, and future special events. \nThe outdoor\, big tent fun will be held at ÃÛÌÒTV on Friday\, September 18 at 5 p.m. and Saturday\, Sept. 19\, at 4 p.m. \nWhether you’re here for the food\, live music\, or the beer\, there’s something for everyone! \nAdmission for adults is $15 per person\, and includes a free beer or pretzel\, free parking\, access to live entertainment\, vendor areas\, and more! \nPresales for tickets end Thursday\, Sept. 17 at midnight. Tickets will still be available for purchase onsite during both days. \nPlease email Phil Hardy\, PhD\, Director of Innovation and Strategic Partnerships\, for more information at phardy@ben.edu. \nLearn more
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CATEGORIES:Alumni Event,Departmental Event,Faculty Event,Fundraiser,Parent/Family Event,Public Event,Staff Event,Student Event
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SUMMARY:Oktoberfest 2026
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, Sept. 18\, 2026 at 5 p.m.\nSaturday\, Sept. 19\, 2026 at 4 p.m.\nÃÛÌÒTV and the Village of Lisle proudly present Oktoberfest Lisle! A lively two-day community festival featuring German food\, beer\, and live music! \nHelp support ÃÛÌÒTV’s student life and activities\, campus beautification\, and future special events. \nThe outdoor\, big tent fun will be held at ÃÛÌÒTV on Friday\, September 18 at 5 p.m. and Saturday\, Sept. 19\, at 4 p.m. \nWhether you’re here for the food\, live music\, or the beer\, there’s something for everyone! \nAdmission for adults is $15 per person\, and includes a free beer or pretzel\, free parking\, access to live entertainment\, vendor areas\, and more! \nPresales for tickets end Thursday\, Sept. 17 at midnight. Tickets will still be available for purchase onsite during both days. \nPlease email Phil Hardy\, PhD\, Director of Innovation and Strategic Partnerships\, for more information at phardy@ben.edu. \nLearn more
URL:/event/oktoberfest-2026/2026-09-19/
CATEGORIES:Alumni Event,Departmental Event,Faculty Event,Fundraiser,Parent/Family Event,Public Event,Staff Event,Student Event
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SUMMARY:Faculty Colloquium Series
DESCRIPTION:“BenSTEMS Year One: Building Community\, Belonging\, and\nAcademic Success in STEM“\nPresenters\nDarya Aleinikava\, PhD – Associate Professor\, Physics\nBrooks Maki\, PhD – Associate Professor\, Chemistry\nNiina Ronkainen\, PhD – Professor\, Chemistry\nAndrew Wig\, PhD – Professor\, Physics\, Engineering\nEllen Ziliak\, PhD – Dean of Faculty\, Professor\, Mathematics \nAbstract\nBenSTEMS is a National Science Foundation SSTEM-funded project designed to support academically talented\, low-income\, and Pell-eligible students pursuing degrees in the mathematical\, computational\, and physical sciences at ÃÛÌÒTV. The program combines scholarships with evidence-based academic\, mentoring\, and community-building interventions to improve student retention\, success\, and graduation rates. This presentation will provide an overview of the project\, including student eligibility\, cohort-based programming\, academic support\, and professional development activities. \nWe will share insights from our planning year\, including student participation\, early outcomes\, and lessons learned. Particular attention will be given to efforts aimed at strengthening students’ sense of belonging and STEM identity. We will also discuss challenges encountered\, program refinements informed by first-year data\, and plans for future years of the grant. \n\nThursday\, Sept. 24\n12:20-1:20 p.m. \nGoodwin 321 \nLink to Access Teams Stream: Click Here \n 
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LOCATION:Goodwin 321\, ÃÛÌÒTV\, 5700 College Road\, Lisle\, IL\, 60532\, United States
CATEGORIES:Alumni Event,Faculty Colloquium Series,Faculty Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T080000
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SUMMARY:Homecoming 2026
DESCRIPTION:Save the date!\nSept. 26\, 2026\nView more information
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LOCATION:Lisle Campus\, ÃÛÌÒTV\, 5700 College Road\, Lisle\, IL\, 60532\, United States
CATEGORIES:Alumni Event,Parent/Family Event,Public Event,Student Event
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SUMMARY:Contemporary Trends in Change Management Lecture Series
DESCRIPTION:The Future of Organizations: Rethinking Growth\, Change\, and Agility\nJoin renowned organization development scholar Dr. Christopher Worley for an engaging lecture exploring how today’s leaders can successfully navigate uncertainty through agility\, resilience\, and strategic leadership. \nOpen to alumni\, doctoral students\, graduate students\, and organizational leaders\, this interactive event examines the evolving challenges shaping today’s organizations and the leadership approaches needed to thrive in an era of constant change. \n \nDuring this session\, we’ll explore questions including:\n\nWhat’s New with Agility? How are organizations building agile capabilities that create lasting strategic advantage?\nHas Resilience Replaced Agility? How can resilience and agility work together to help organizations navigate uncertainty?\nIs Change Management Dead? What emerging approaches are replacing traditional models of organizational change?\nCan Your Organization be Successful without Growing? In a world obsessed with scale\, can organizations thrive by remaining intentionally focused\, mission-driven\, and right-sized? \n\nDesigned to bridge research with real-world application\, this lecture invites participants to challenge conventional thinking\, engage in meaningful discussion\, and gain practical insights into the future of organization development and leadership. \nWhether you’re leading organizational change\, advancing your academic journey\, or seeking fresh perspectives on today’s evolving workplace\, this is an opportunity to learn from one of the field’s leading voices while connecting with fellow professionals and the ÃÛÌÒTV community. \nReserve your seat today—we look forward to welcoming you. \nClick Here to RSVP \n\nSaturday\, Sept. 26\, 2026 | 8:30-11:30 a.m. \nEvent Schedule  \n8:30 a.m. | Check-In\, Coffee\, and Networking \n9:00 a.m. | Welcome and Opening Remarks \n9:10 a.m. | Keynote and Discussion Led by Dr. Christopher Worley\n11:00 a.m. | Q&A and Networking Social 
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LOCATION:Goodwin Hall 411\, 5700 College Rd.\, Lisle\, IL\, 60532
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