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Be at the forefront of changing the world.
Lead organizations to be strategic, smart, and cutting-edge.
Teach young people to be the best they can be.
Guide minds and bodies to health and athleticism.
Nurture lives of health and well-being.
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AU’s 40+ majors and minors allow you to customize a degree around your interests.
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residence halls housing 700+ students
NCAA Division III teams
Student Organizations and Clubs
of Students Participate in Internships, Study Abroad, Research and Service Projects
free Celebrating Arts and Ideas events a year
states represented by the student body
NCAA tournament appearances
Intramural Sports
students work on campus
6,000-square-foot museum and art gallery
of first-year students commute
conference championships
free concerts, lectures, comedy shows, films, and theatre productions each year
major and finish in four years
major theatre productions annually
Average Class Size
Academic All-Americans
of campus to explore
alternative spring break trips every year
members of the University Chorale
We value the visual and performing arts.
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A good cover letter is difficult to write. That is why many job applicants skip it or turn it into a vague, cookie-cutter form letter. This is a bad idea. You can make your job application leap to the front of the line if you master the art of writing the cover letter. The cover letter is one of...
The Schingoethe Center of Aurora University opens its newest exhibition focusing on how Illinois artists have represented the human body with an eye to the narrative and fantastic. Curated by Douglas Stapleton, “Figurism: Narrative and Fantastic Art from the Illinois State Museum...
Ever since high school, Alexis Hodges has been passionate about becoming a nurse. But the Aurora University senior nursing student never dreamed she would be leading a statewide association of 1,576 student nurses. That changed last fall when Hodges was named president of the Student Nurses...
You have probably heard the phrase, “first impressions are everything.” This is especially true when it comes to first meetings in professional situations. As a college student, you may make first contact with a potential employer at networking opportunities such as job fairs,...
Aurora University congratulates the more than 1,300 undergraduate students who earned Dean’s List honors for the fall 2019 semester. The Dean’s List recognizes students who have earned a 3.6 GPA or higher. Students recognized with high honors have earned a perfect 4.0. Students...
It’s the start of a new decade. And we love lists! So what better time to take a look at all the places to visit at Aurora University. Whether you’re new to campus or looking to discover more, there are plenty of sights to see. Here are 20 that we recommend checking out this...
Whether you are looking for a job or an internship, attending a career fair is a great way to put yourself in front of potential employers. The thought of navigating a roomful of people can feel overwhelming at first. But you aren’t alone. Nearly 90 percent of all students attend a career...
Are you considering becoming a physical therapist? If so, you need a solid foundation. Physical therapists (PTs) help people with their ability to move and perform activities on a daily basis. They spend much of their time on their feet — examining patients, developing treatment plans, and...
The business of sports is a dynamic, high-energy field filled with passionate fans and job opportunities for a wide range of professionals. If you are interested in learning a business skill and applying it to the world of sports, a sport management career could be for you. AU students...
At Aurora University, safety is a campus-wide partnership between the university and each member of the campus community, where all of us, including you, are empowered and prepared to play an active role in your own safety and the safety of others. As part of the AU Spartan Safety campaign, we...
Date: Thursday - April 02, 2020
Time: 4:30 pm
Location: University Banquet Hall in Alumni Hall
