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Å·ÖÞ±ÍøÍ¶_Å·ÖÞ±ÍâΧapp-Ͷע¹ÙÍø's Jenny Lind Vocal Ensemble touring in April
The ensemble, under the direction of Dr. Michael Zemek, will perform three concerts in April.

Å·ÖÞ±ÍøÍ¶_Å·ÖÞ±ÍâΧapp-Ͷע¹ÙÍø announces combined film and theatre department
VIDEO: The new film and theatre department allows students to expand and deepen their focus in their field, diversifying their skills, experiences and portfolios in ways a film-only program cannot provide. Learn about opportunities for acting, directing and production design for both stage and screen.

Å·ÖÞ±ÍøÍ¶_Å·ÖÞ±ÍâΧapp-Ͷע¹ÙÍø OperX to perform ¡®Amahl and the Night Visitors¡¯
Dr. Patrick McNally, assistant professor of music and director of opera, will direct the Feb. 17 performance.

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Five years of Å·ÖÞ±ÍøÍ¶_Å·ÖÞ±ÍâΧapp-Ͷע¹ÙÍø¡¯s January Term
Å·ÖÞ±ÍøÍ¶_Å·ÖÞ±ÍâΧapp-Ͷע¹ÙÍø Å·ÖÞ±ÍøÍ¶_Å·ÖÞ±ÍâΧapp-Ͷע¹ÙÍø students take a break from their 15-week semester schedule to engage in a month-long period of intensive learning during January Term, or J-term. This three-and-a-half week course was added as part of the college¡¯s transition to semesters in 2019-2020.

Shockingly Modern Saxophone Festival slated for Feb. 24
The free event at Bergendoff Hall will feature guest artist Kyle Hutchins.

Å·ÖÞ±ÍøÍ¶_Å·ÖÞ±ÍâΧapp-Ͷע¹ÙÍø's Symphonic Band touring Midwest in March
Directed by Dr. James Lambrecht, the tour marks the Å·ÖÞ±ÍøÍ¶_Å·ÖÞ±ÍâΧapp-Ͷע¹ÙÍø Symphonic Band¡¯s first domestic tour since the 2020 pandemic.

Å·ÖÞ±ÍøÍ¶_Å·ÖÞ±ÍâΧapp-Ͷע¹ÙÍø Choir to tour California in March
Directed by Dr. Jon Hurty, the 54-member Å·ÖÞ±ÍøÍ¶_Å·ÖÞ±ÍâΧapp-Ͷע¹ÙÍø Choir will perform in California March 21-25, followed by a home concert on April 6.
Å·ÖÞ±ÍøÍ¶_Å·ÖÞ±ÍâΧapp-Ͷע¹ÙÍø names two new trustees
Robert Anderson and Ronald Workman, both 1980 Å·ÖÞ±ÍøÍ¶_Å·ÖÞ±ÍâΧapp-Ͷע¹ÙÍø graduates, were elected Jan. 27 at the college's winter retreat.
Å·ÖÞ±ÍøÍ¶_Å·ÖÞ±ÍâΧapp-Ͷע¹ÙÍø students, staff assisting QC tax filers
Å·ÖÞ±ÍøÍ¶_Å·ÖÞ±ÍâΧapp-Ͷע¹ÙÍø students are assisting the United Way Quad Cities Volunteer Income Tax Assistant Coalition to help local residents in need.

Slough drainage and restoration updates
On Nov. 12, crews from the City of Rock Island will begin draining the Slough in order to relocate a water pipe. The project, which will move a primary water line from under the Slough to under the Slough Path, will allow for easier access to the pipe in the event of future needed repairs.

Å·ÖÞ±ÍøÍ¶_Å·ÖÞ±ÍâΧapp-Ͷע¹ÙÍø students lead fitness program for older adults
Å·ÖÞ±ÍøÍ¶_Å·ÖÞ±ÍâΧapp-Ͷע¹ÙÍø student instructors lead the low-impact course at the Moline Activity Center.
Å·ÖÞ±ÍøÍ¶_Å·ÖÞ±ÍâΧapp-Ͷע¹ÙÍø¡¯s Sierra Club to host ¡®We the Power¡¯ at 2024 QC Environmental Film Series
The screening is part of the six-part 2024 QC Environmental Film Series.

Å·ÖÞ±ÍøÍ¶_Å·ÖÞ±ÍâΧapp-Ͷע¹ÙÍø receives $6.7 million from Illinois Board of Higher Education
The $6.7 million grant is being used for the Erickson Residence Center renovation. The project, which continues through August 2024, includes a new HVAC system, windows, bathrooms, flooring and storage/cabinets in residence hall rooms.

2024 Francophone Film Festival begins Feb. 20
The annual Francophone Film Festival at Å·ÖÞ±ÍøÍ¶_Å·ÖÞ±ÍâΧapp-Ͷע¹ÙÍø will screen a film each Tuesday from Feb. 20 to March 19. All films are free and open to the public. Films begin at 7 p.m. in the auditorium of the Olin Center on campus.