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BSN Grads Post 97% NCLEX Pass Rate

August 14, 2023

More than 97% of the May graduates from Rockhurst University’s Saint Luke’s College of Nursing and Health Sciences Bachelor of Science in Nursing program who took the NCLEX — the National Council Licensure Examination — passed, according to new data from the Missouri State Board of Nursing. The...Read More

Students Take Lead on New Interfaith Mural Project

August 9, 2023

New interfaith mural in Van Ackeren Hall

The next time you pass through Van Ackeren Hall, look up. On the ceiling of what was formerly a mostly white entry way is a burst of blues and greens in the form of a new mural celebrating different faith traditions and the connections between them. The new campus art is the result of a Faithfully...Read More

RU Faculty to Host SQL Bootcamp for Aspiring Data Scientists

July 17, 2023

Data science and analytics continues to be a growing field, but acquiring the specific skills required to thrive in the field can seem daunting. It doesn’t have to be. On Aug. 5, faculty from Rockhurst University’s College of Business Influence and Information Analysis will host a one-day SQL...Read More

New Provost Brings Perspective In Education, From Elementary School To College

July 5, 2023

Sue Willcox, Ph.D., Rockhurst University’s new provost, brings a unique perspective to the job of higher education administration. While many higher ed administrators start as faculty before joining the administration, Willcox began her career with younger students as a public school special...Read More

Statement Regarding Today's Supreme Court Decision on Admissions

June 29, 2023

Sunset Picture of the Entrance of Rockhurst University on Troost Side, Stone Wall with Plants Around

Rockhurst University Companions, As you are likely aware, this morning the U.S. Supreme Court issued a ruling that effectively ends the consideration of race as a factor in college admissions. Guided by our Catholic, Jesuit core values, we have been very intentional in our work to make Rockhurst...Read More

Rockhurst University Announces Spring 2023 Dean’s List

June 9, 2023

Rockhurst University's Aylward-Dunn Learning Center

Rockhurst University has announced the dean’s list for the spring 2023 semester. This honor recognizes students who have achieved a grade-point average of 3.5 or above. The following students have been named to the list: Dati Abuladze Lauren Ada Courtney Adams Nate Adamson Mia Adkins Peyton Aerni...Read More

New VP of Enrollment Management is a Familiar Face

June 8, 2023

There’s an ease with which incoming Vice President of Enrollment Management Mark Steinlage talks about Rockhurst University’s campus, mission, faculty, staff and student experience. That makes sense. “I lived it for nearly 11 years,” he said. Steinlage, who grew up in St. Louis, came to Rockhurst...Read More

Rockhurst University Becomes Part of Bloch Scholar Program, Paving Path to College Degree for Area Students

June 2, 2023

This fall, Rockhurst University will become part of the Bloch Scholars Program, helping pave the way to a bachelor’s degree for highly qualified area students. The program is sponsored by the Marion and Henry Bloch Family Foundation and the H&R Block Foundation and covers tuition and fees for...Read More

Hundreds of Graduates Join Hawk Alumni Family at Commencement

May 15, 2023

Student walking across the stage at commencement

More than 450 Rockhurst University students joined the tens of thousands of Hawk alumni around the world as part of the spring commencement ceremony Saturday in Municipal Auditorium. As always, the proceedings were highlighted by the perspective of two students nominated to speak on behalf of...Read More

Meet Some of the Graduates in the Class of 2023

May 10, 2023

On Saturday, May 13, hundreds of Rockhurst University students will become graduates as part of the annual spring commencement ceremony. In preparation for the ceremony, here are stories from a few of those who will be crossing the stage as part of the Class of 2023. Matthew Bergman MBA graduate...Read More