February 2016


Macklemore and Ryan Lewis Perform at Bradley

On February 4, Bradley students and Peoria residents came out to see Macklemore and Ryan Lewis in concert. The musical duo performed in the Renaissance Coliseum to a sellout crowd.
Macklemore and Ryan Lewis have won four Grammy awards, including Best New Artist, and their song “Thrift Shop” won for Best Rap Song and Best Rap […]


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Entertainment News 2/10/16

For a more classic take on Valentine’s Day, the Peoria Symphony Orchestra presented the performance of “Romance” on February 13 at 8:00 pm at the Civic Center. The performance showcased timeless romantic favorites and featured operatic soprano singer Marisa Buchheit, also known as Miss Illinois 2014.   Marisa sings in nine languages and has performed all […]


Movie Review: Pride and Prejudice and Zombies

After being a zombie from her hectic school schedule, Caitie Crowley decided to go see the movie “Pride and Prejudice and Zombies” in theaters. (See video.)
 
 
Caitie’s comments: This movie personally was not my cup of tea. The zombie aspect removed the classic taste of “Pride and Prejudice” that I prefer and left the viewer with […]


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11th Annual Bradley Jazz Festival Coming Soon

The 11th annual Bradley Jazz Festival is in just two weeks! On February 23 in the Student Center, students and public will be able to enjoy all the smooth sounds of jazz starting at 8:00 am. The festival will feature music from 15 high school bands, guest artist Ray Anderson, and clinicians Arthur Falbush, Tim […]


Office of Diversity & Inclusion Holds Voter Registration Drive

Last Tuesday, the Office of Diversity & Inclusion sponsored a voter registration drive at the Garrett Center. All students were allowed to attend and register to vote.
Students were required to bring a bill with their current address and a driver’s license or state ID. Once they presented these materials, they signed paperwork that registered them […]


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Bradley to Host College Recruitment Fair in March

It was recently announced that Bradley will be part of and hosting a college recruitment fair.
On Tuesday, March 3, high school students and families as well as community college students from the area are invited to attend the 2nd annual Peoria Area Regional College Fair.
Bradley will host 100 colleges and universities as they try to […]


Sigma Lambda Gamma Sorority Establishes Chapter at Bradley

Bradley University has a new sorority that was initiated last weekend. The women of Sigma Lambda Gamma held their first event in the Hayden-­Clark Alumni Center on Saturday night.
The show featured nine female students introducing the sorority to Bradley’s campus. Friends, family, and other fraternities were in attendance showing their support to the members. They […]


Theta Epsilon Raises Money for Founder’s Week

The Theta Epsilon chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. sold roses in the Student Center as a fundraiser for their organization on Monday.
Alongside with selling roses, they were selling pre-sale tickets for their party Saturday, which is called “The Overdose”. This fundraiser started off their Founder’s Week, which is a week when they put […]


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I Am Brave Reception Honors Student Leaders

On Monday night, 296 students were recognized at the “I Am Brave” reception. The Lewis J. Burger Center, Student Senate, and Student Activities Office started the Leadership Recognition Program three years ago to recognize students who are essential to the Bradley community, such as student employees, organization leaders, and RAs. Students were nominated by students […]