... they also provide arts, entertainment, sports, and recreation programs that attract and retain a quality workforce. Professional-quality events are available to the public free or at reasonable ... 2003. Remarks for the National Association of State Universities and Land-Grant Colleges. New Orleans, LA. Sampson, D. June 10, 2004. Remarks for the National Coalition for Advanced Manufacturing. ... Program, community chorale, chamber singers, orchestra, jazz band, old-time band, and various lecture series; and NIU’s and Rockford College Music Academy student and faculty performances and...