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SUMMARY:SOAR 2026
DESCRIPTION:9 a.m. start time \nNow that you have committed to ºÚÁÏÉç University as a member of the class of 2030 and are working on finalizing your enrollment for the fall semester\, you are ready to SOAR! Our Student Orientation and Readiness (SOAR) events are required of all incoming freshman students\, and families are also welcome to join. SOAR allows you the opportunity to finalize key items in the enrollment process for the fall semester such as getting your parking pass or student ID and submitting any needed paperwork (i.e.\, health service forms\, final high school transcript\, etc.). In addition\, SOAR serves as an opportunity for incoming freshman and families to engage with faculty\, staff\, and current students on key aspects to be prepared for the start of the fall semester and Welcome Weekend through our summer programming! \nRSVP today!
URL:/event/soar-2026/2026-07-11/
LOCATION:Lisle Campus\, ºÚÁÏÉç University\, 5700 College Road\, Lisle\, IL\, 60532\, United States
CATEGORIES:Admissions Event,Freshmen Event,Parent/Family Event
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SUMMARY:College of Science and Health Natural Science Summer Research Program
DESCRIPTION:The Natural Sciences Summer Research Program proudly invites you to attend our end of the summer Poster Sessions featuring our dedicated undergraduate students and mentors. Students will be at their posters in one of two sessions – 10:15-11 a.m. or 11:15 a.m.-noon in the Goodwin Hall of Business lobby. \nStudents\, faculty\, family\, and friends are all invited! \n\nWednesday\, Aug. 5 | Goodwin Hall of Business Lobby \nTwo Sessions:\n10:15-11 a.m.\n11:15 a.m.-noon
URL:/event/college-of-science-and-health-natural-science-summer-research-program/
LOCATION:Goodwin Hall of Business Lobby\, ºÚÁÏÉç University\, 5700 College Road\, Lisle\, 60532\, United States
CATEGORIES:College of Science and Health,Faculty Event,Public Event,Staff Event,Student Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260810T100000
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SUMMARY:Bridge to BenU 2026
DESCRIPTION:Monday\, Aug. 10\, 2026 10a.m.\nBridge to BenU is a one-day\, on-campus experience designed to help incoming first-year students successfully transition to ºÚÁÏÉç University. Through interactive sessions focused on college success\, academic expectations\, campus resources\, pre-health pathways\, math support\, and writing assistance\, students will gain the knowledge\, skills\, and confidence needed to start their first semester strong. Bridge to BenU also provides an opportunity to connect with faculty\, staff\, and fellow students while becoming familiar with life at ºÚÁÏÉç University. \nRSVP today!
URL:/event/bridge-to-benu-2026/
LOCATION:Lisle Campus\, ºÚÁÏÉç University\, 5700 College Road\, Lisle\, IL\, 60532\, United States
CATEGORIES:Admissions Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260815T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260815T150000
DTSTAMP:20260711T014505
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T171407Z
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SUMMARY:A Luminous Decade Art Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Xiangbin Art Studio\nOpening Reception: Saturday\, Aug. 15\, 2026 | 11 a.m.\nThis exhibition will run from Aug. 15-23 \nArt Director: Xiangbin Shi \nKomechak Art Gallery | Kindlon Hall of Learning\, Fifth Floor \nOpening Hours: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. \n 
URL:/event/a-luminous-decade-art-exhibition/
LOCATION:Komechak Art Gallary\, ºÚÁÏÉç University\, Kindlon Hall\, Fifth Floor\, Lisle\, 60532\, United States
CATEGORIES:Faculty Event,Public Event,Staff Event,Student Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260827T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260830T235959
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SUMMARY:Ben Beginnings 2026 - Lisle Campus
DESCRIPTION:We are thrilled about all you will accomplish during your journey at ºÚÁÏÉç. This is your time—to believe in the experience ahead\, belong to an inspiring academic and social community\, and become everything you set out to achieve. \nAs we proudly welcome our newest Eagles\, we look forward to seeing you to kick off your ºÚÁÏÉç experience through Ben Beginnings (Welcome Weekend). Ben Beginnings is your official launch into the ºÚÁÏÉç community – a weekend designed to help you connect\, explore\, and thrive. From building lasting friendships to discovering what it truly means to be a BenU student\, this is where your story begins. Expect a variety of unique and exciting events—from community-building activities to campus traditions—and don’t forget: on each campus’ kick-off day\, parents and families are invited to join the festivities! \nThursday\, Aug. 27 – Sunday\, Aug. 30\nThursday\, Aug. 27\nResidential Student Check-in begins at 10 a.m.\nCommuter Student Check-in beings at 2:30 p.m.\nEvents last through the evening for new students and families \nFriday\, Aug. 28\nNew student programming begins at 9 a.m. and runs through the evening for all new students. \nºÚÁÏÉç ben.edu/admissions/ben-beginnings for more information. \nRSVP Today!
URL:/event/ben-beginnings-2026-lisle-campus/
LOCATION:Lisle Campus\, ºÚÁÏÉç University\, 5700 College Road\, Lisle\, IL\, 60532\, United States
CATEGORIES:Admissions Event,Faculty Event,Parent/Family Event,Public Event,Staff Event,Student Event
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SUMMARY:Ben Beginnings 2026 - Mesa Campus
DESCRIPTION:We are thrilled about all you will accomplish during your journey at ºÚÁÏÉç. This is your time—to believe in the experience ahead\, belong to an inspiring academic and social community\, and become everything you set out to achieve. \nAs we proudly welcome our newest Redhawks\, we look forward to seeing you to kick off your ºÚÁÏÉç experience through Ben Beginnings (Welcome Weekend). Ben Beginnings is your official launch into the ºÚÁÏÉç community – a weekend designed to help you connect\, explore\, and thrive. From building lasting friendships to discovering what it truly means to be a BenU student\, this is where your story begins. Expect a variety of unique and exciting events—from community-building activities to campus traditions—and don’t forget: on each campus’ kick-off day\, parents and families are invited to join the festivities! \nFriday\, Aug. 28 – Sunday\, Aug. 30\nFriday\, Aug. 28 (full schedule coming soon)\nFreshmen check-in begins at 2:30 p.m.\nNew Transfer Student check-in begins at 3:30 p.m.\nParent and Family Programming from 3-5 p.m.\nDinner and Casino Night are from 5-7:30 p.m. \nºÚÁÏÉç ben.edu/admissions/ben-beginnings for more information. \nRSVP Today!
URL:/event/ben-beginnings-2026-mesa-campus/
LOCATION:Mesa Campus\, 225 E. Main Street\, Mesa\, AZ\, 85201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Admissions Event,Faculty Event,Mesa,Parent/Family Event,Public Event,Staff Event,Student Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260918T170000
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SUMMARY:Oktoberfest 2026
DESCRIPTION:Save the date!\nFriday\, Sept. 18\, 2026 at 5 p.m.\nSaturday\, Sept. 19\, 2026 at 4 p.m.\nSponsorships for 2026 are available now! \nPlease email Phil Hardy\, PhD\, Director of Innovation and Strategic Partnerships\, for more information at phardy@ben.edu. \nLearn more
URL:/event/oktoberfest-2026/2026-09-18/
CATEGORIES:Public Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T190000
DTSTAMP:20260711T014505
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T211647Z
UID:10002030-1789833600-1789844400@ben.edu
SUMMARY:Oktoberfest 2026
DESCRIPTION:Save the date!\nFriday\, Sept. 18\, 2026 at 5 p.m.\nSaturday\, Sept. 19\, 2026 at 4 p.m.\nSponsorships for 2026 are available now! \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:Public Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T000000
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SUMMARY:Homecoming 2026
DESCRIPTION:Save the date!\nSept. 26\, 2026\nView more information
URL:/event/homecoming-2026/
LOCATION:Lisle Campus\, ºÚÁÏÉç University\, 5700 College Road\, Lisle\, IL\, 60532\, United States
CATEGORIES:Alumni Event,Parent/Family Event,Public Event,Student Event
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