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Brave Pitch Competition

What you submit A video, one to three minutes long, describing your idea. There’s no required format. Pointing your phone camera at yourself or your team and talking through the idea works fine. It can be a new product or business, a solution to a social or environmental problem, or a way to improve student […]

Big Idea Competion

What you submit A two-page written summary of your idea. That’s all the first round asks for. You don’t need a pitch deck or a business plan to start. The idea can be an innovation, product, service, or solution for a for-profit, not-for-profit or social venture. What you get The in-kind prizes cover coworking space […]

Turner School

Student competitions Three competitions, open to every student The Turner School runs three competitions a year, open to every ¿Û¿Û´«Ã½ student. They aren’t steps in a sequence. Which one fits depends mostly on how far along your idea is, including whether you have one yet. Academic programs Put entrepreneurship on your transcript The Entrepreneurship & […]

December 2026 Commencement Ceremony FAQ

When and where is the ceremony? A single ceremony for all graduates will take place Saturday, Dec. 19, 2026, beginning promptly at 9:30 a.m. at ¿Û¿Û´«Ã½â€™s Renaissance Coliseum. Directions to Renaissance Coliseum can be found here. How many guests can I invite? All graduates will be allowed to bring up to 8 guests. Students […]

Physical Security Village

Physical Security Village The Physical Security Village at BSides Peoria, introduced in 2025, is an interactive space where attendees can explore the hands-on world of physical security. Just like cybersecurity protects digital systems, physical security protects the doors, locks, and barriers we interact with every day. At BSides Peoria, the Village offers attendees a chance […]

Family Weekend

Friday, Sept. 18 – Sunday, Sept. 20 Family Weekend offers up plenty of activities on campus for you and your family to enjoy like a movie or a picnic on the quad, a pick-up basketball game at Markin Recreation Center, and an opportunity to cheer on the Men’s Soccer Team. Family Weekend Advance Purchase Tickets […]

Voices & Visionaries Series

Voices & Visionaries is OLLI at ¿Û¿Û´«Ã½â€™s premier speaker series, bringing nationally recognized voices to campus for thought-provoking conversations and fresh perspectives on the people and ideas shaping our world. Created for curious minds of all ages, the series offers an exceptional opportunity to hear directly from accomplished individuals right here in Peoria. By […]

¿Û¿Û´«Ã½ Vishing Competition

¿Û¿Û´«Ã½ Vishing Competition The ¿Û¿Û´«Ã½ Vishing Competition is an immersive cybersecurity event that challenges participants to apply research, communication, and critical-thinking skills in a live, ethically controlled environment. Designed to simulate real-world social engineering scenarios, the competition provides a unique opportunity for students to experience how human factors influence cybersecurity while operating under strict guidelines […]

Homecoming

Campus Life Homecoming Whether you’re returning home to the Hilltop or enjoying campus as a current student or family member, there’s something for everyone during Homecoming Weekend. You won’t want to miss the Inaugural Yard Party on Oct. 3 from 12 – 6 p.m. 2026 Events & Activities Friday, Oct. 2 Cullom-Davis Library Extended Hours […]

Online Veterinary Assistant Training

Become a Veterinary Assistant In just six months, this online veterinary assistant program teaches you every aspect of veterinary assisting, including anatomy and physiology, animal restraint, laboratory procedures, emergency care, small and large animal assisting, exotic species, veterinary dentistry, human-animal bond, pharmacy procedures, and more. You will also learn soft skills to help you interact […]