Things have been hopping on our campus at night lately. People have been entering the Hartmann Center for the Performing Arts to attend Bradley Theatre Department’s first production of the season: The Pajama Game. I spotted one of the actresses wearing something similar to an item that was invented back in my time: footed pajamas. The production runs through September 27 with a special encore performance being presented on Friday, October 2.

I’m not the only one noticing and enjoying the beautiful landscaping blooming all around our campus. I heard that an organization called Keep Peoria Beautiful recently recognized our campus for its exceptional landscaping and site beautification by awarding Bradley  an Orchid Award. Only six other local businesses and organizations were recipients of the award this year.

So, next time you’re out and about make sure you stop and enjoy our Bradley red roses, and don’t forget to enjoy the petunias, impatiens, daisies, geraniums, ornamental grasses, and more. You’ll see why Bradley received this award.

Today was a wonderful early fall day, a perfect day to be outside and listen to our Bradley bands perform on the Olin Quad.

Students seemed to simply enjoy soaking up the sun and listening to the beautiful music presented by our bands. Entertaining those lucky enough to be outside for the late afternoon concert were the Bradley Symphonic Band, Bradley Symphonic Winds, and Bradley Jazz Ensemble.