Student Handbook

Rockhurst is a comprehensive university and a supportive community that forms lifelong learners in the Catholic, Jesuit, liberal arts tradition who engage with the complexities of our world and serve others as compassionate, thoughtful leaders.

To create a more just world through inclusive, innovative and transformative education.

• Finding God in All Things
• Magis (e.g., Excellence in All Endeavors)
• Reflection and Discernment
• Cura Personalis (i.e. Care for the Whole Person)
• Contemplation in Action
• Wisdom (as the product of the search for God in all things, the striving for more, and the care of the whole person)

Rockhurst University and High School was founded in 1910 after Rev. Michael Dowling S.J. purchased 25 acres of land at 53rd and Troost for $50,000. In that same year, the State of Missouri granted Rockhurst University a Charter for awarding degrees. However, it was in 1914 that academic life actually began with the completion of Sedgwick Hall for the high school. In 1917, the first university classes began with Rev. Alphonse Schwitalla, S.J., as the only faculty member. More information can be found in the Rockhurst Catalog.

The Rockhurst University Seal, adopted in 1945 and updated to reflect our name change from college to university in 1999, summarizes pictorially the inspiration and history of the University. The shield in the center comprises four quarters separated by a cross with seven pillars, symbolizing the seven pillars of wisdom and the seven liberal arts. Reading clockwise, the moorcock is from the family shield of Saint Thomas More, patron saint of Rockhurst. The stony, wooded hill portrays the ground on which Rockhurst was built and for which it was named. The holly sprig is from the coat of arms of the Dowling family, in honor of the University’s founder. The quarter-bars are from the family shield of St. Ignatius of Loyola, founder of the Society of Jesus. The Latin words encircling the shield translate, “Wisdom has built herself a home.”

Blue (Pantone 286) and White

The Hawk

Rockhurst is our alma mater.

Home of wisdom, heart so true.

Loyal friends are here together.

‘Neath our colors white and blue.

Guide us with your truth and honor.

Keep us strong in unity.

On this Rock we build our future.

Rockhurst University.

At Rockhurst University, we believe community is…

Purposeful

A place where faculty and students share academic goals and work together to strengthen teaching and learning on the campus.

Open

A place where freedom of expression of beliefs is uncompromisingly protected and where civility is role-modeled and powerfully affirmed.

Just     

A place where the value and integrity of each person is honored and respected.

Disciplined

A place where individuals accept their obligations to the group and where well-defined governance procedures guide behavior for the common good.

Caring  

A place where the well-being of each member is sensitively supported and where service to others is encouraged.

Celebrative

A place in which the Jesuit heritage of Rockhurst University is remembered, diversity is valued, and where rituals affirming both tradition and change are widely shared.

Adapted from Campus Life:  In Search of Community.  The Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching; Ernest L. Boyer (fwd.); Princeton, New Jersey; 1990.

All aspects of a student’s academic progress are the concern of the Academic Deans’ offices. The Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs, along with the academic deans supervise the various academic programs at the University. All academic records, policies, and procedures are maintained in the Registrar’s Office.

College of Arts and Sciences (A & S)

Van Ackeren Hall • Rm. 215 • 816-501-4075

College of Business, Influence and Information Analysis (includes the Helzberg School of Management)

Conway Hall • Rm. 201 • Ext. 816-501-4200

Saint Luke's College of Nursing and Health Sciences 

Van Ackeren • Rm. 300 • 816-501-4767

Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs

Massman Hall • Room 248-B • 816-501-4617

Convocation Center

Monday through Thursday - 6:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.

Friday – 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Saturday – 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Sunday – 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Massman Weight Room (student-athletes only)

Monitored and overseen by the Athletic Performance Staff. Hours will vary based on team practices. No swipe access is available.

Magis Activity Center

Monday - Thursday: 6:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.

Fridays: 6:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Saturdays: 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Sundays: 10:00 am to 10:00 p.m.

The Convocation Center is home to the offices for the Athletic Department coaches/staff, basketball/volleyball courts for intramurals/recreation, and locker rooms for general student use. The courts and locker rooms are not available for use during intercollegiate contests in soccer, volleyball, basketball, and lacrosse.

Please contact the intramural director by calling x4141 for the intramural sports schedule and sport offerings. You can also access offerings on the MAC web page. 

Rockhurst is an NCAA Division II member with varsity intercollegiate athletics teams in baseball, men’s & women’s basketball, men’s & women’s cross country, men’s & women’s golf, men’s & women’s lacrosse, men’s & women’s soccer, softball, men’s & women’s tennis, and volleyball.

Bookstore

Massman Hall, Lower Level, Ext. 4801

The Rockhurst University Bookstore, a Barnes & Noble College Bookstore, is the exclusive textbook supplier to the Rockhurst Community. In addition to selling NEW and USED textbooks, the bookstore also offers a textbook RENTAL program and DIGITAL textbooks. Save over 60% when you rent or go digital! You can check out your textbook list on our website. Textbooks are not the only things the Bookstore has in stock. Stop by the store to check out Rockhurst apparel and gift items, medicine, snacks, and greeting cards. The Rockhurst University Bookstore accepts cash, checks, Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover, and Barnes & Noble gift cards. Store hours are available on our website.

Campus Ministry

Massman Hall Rm. 3, Ext. 4855

As a Catholic, Jesuit University, Campus Ministry values faith and spirituality as essential components of one’s education. The Campus Ministry staff believes in an inclusive and invitational approach to ministry; we are here to accompany and serve students of any or no faith tradition. We exist to listen, celebrate, and offer pastoral guidance to students as they navigate their time at Rockhurst and discern all aspects of life.  Formal programs such as retreats, service/justice initiatives, solidarity-immersion trips, liturgies, prayer, and interfaith dialogue offer scheduled opportunities for spiritual growth. Visit Campus Ministry’s website for a complete calendar of events.

Sunday Mass Schedule (while classes are in session) 

• Sundays: 6:00 pm at Massman Hall – Mabee Chapel 

Weekday Mass Schedule (while classes are in session) 

• Tuesdays at 12:30 pm in Massman Hall – Mabee Chapel 
• Wednesdays at 9:00 pm in Massman Hall – Mabee Chapel  

Center for Career Development

Massman Hall Rm 3, Ext. 4861

Center for Career Development Vision 

To empower all students to discern and develop their natural talents in pursuit of meaningful career paths and lives of purpose in an ever-changing world. 

Center for Career Development Mission 

To create an inclusive environment for all students that provides equitable access to educational opportunities for self-discovery and professional development, and to foster relationships with internal and external partners that facilitate intentional learning experiences, mentoring connections, and career opportunities. 

Services for all students and alumni include: Individual Career Advising; Resume and Interview Preparation; Cooperative Education Experiences; Campus Interviewing; Career Fairs; Networking Opportunities; Local and National Job Listings; Graduate School Assistance; Career Resource Center; Web-Based Resume Posting. If you have questions on any of these topics, please call Career Development.

A credit-bearing class is offered to assist Rockhurst University students with their career development process. Career Planning (CT 1120) assists students in determining a major and defining a career path. 

The Cooperative Education Program is a structured, paid internship program in which students can work in a career-related position while earning money and academic credit. The number of credit hours earned is based upon the number of hours worked during the academic term.

Center for Arts & Letters

Arrupe Hall Rm. 118, Ext. 4607                                                                                        

The Center for Arts & Letters is an alliance of Rockhurst’s cultural organizations. The Center’s cultural programs include:

• Center Study Trips
• Chorus, Chamber Singers & Women’s Chorale
• Film Series
• Greenlease Gallery
• Midwest Poets Series
• Musica Sacra Chorus & Orchestra
• Plays-in-Progress Workshop
• Return to the Classics
• Rockhurst Review
• Rockhurst Theatre
• Visiting Scholar Lecture Series

The Center for Arts & Letters supports Rockhurst in its mission to foster a love of learning and an awareness of moral responsibility. The Center advocates cultural involvement throughout one’s life by cultivating the participation of students, alumni, and faculty, staff and community members in its cultural programs.

Help Desk

Email: helpdesk@rockhurst.edu

Contact us in person:

Conway Hall 4th floor

Helpdesk:  Monday - Thursday 7:30 a.m. - 6:15 p.m.

Friday 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Contact us by phone:

Ext. 4357 (or 816-501-4357 from off campus)

Outside normal business hours, calls will be handled by our service partner, Canvas. Canvas is able to handle most common computer issues and escalate issues as necessary. Together, Computer Services and Canvas provide 24x7 telephone support.

There are two computer labs on campus that offer a variety of software. Below is a list of computer labs on campus. The labs that are 24 hours will require that you have your student ID to gain access to the room.

Ricoh multi-function devices are available in every computer lab for printing, copying or scanning in black and white or color. Students are given 500 impressions each semester for free with their network account. We also have a new mobile printing option for your own devices.

Arrupe 220:  24 hours, available for classes

Arrupe 310:  24 hours, available for classes

Library Mezzanine:  ADA Station (main floor)

Students also have access to smaller computer labs located in their residence halls, the THV Community Center or the Rockroom in the lower level of Massman Hall. Students are required to have network accounts for accessing the Rockhurst computers, network services, and email. In addition, students have a Rockweb account for web access to grades, class schedules, registration and other official business. Use of the campus portal (https://my.rockhurst.edu), is critical as it allows single sign-on access to Rockweb, e-mail, one-drive, Canvas, Papercut, and library databases remotely.

Massman Hall Lower Level Ext.4665 (or 816-501-4665 from off-campus) ikon@rockhurst.edu

Monday- Friday 7:45 a.m.-6:15 p.m.

The Copy Cave handles all incoming and outgoing mail for Rockhurst University staff, faculty, and students living on campus. Students who live in off-campus housing are responsible for their own mail. We can handle USPS regular mail, certified, delivery confirmation and signature confirmation. We also handle both incoming and outgoing UPS parcels.

All on-campus students will be assigned a mailbox. The staff of the Copy Cave can assist you in finding your mailbox and help with your combination lock.

The Copy Cave also maintains a fleet of copiers throughout the campus as well as providing a full suite of printing options in the Copy Cave for both staff and students. All copiers on campus are capable of printing color or black and white.

Books of stamps and UPS service are also available at the Mail Center. White mail pick-up boxes are provided at the entrances to Massman Hall, Sedgwick Hall, Van Ackeren Hall and Science Center.

Counseling Center

Massman Hall Rm. 3 Ext. 4275                                                                                         

The college years offer exceptional opportunities for intellectual discovery, social development, and personal growth. The challenges encountered during this time can be stressful and demanding as well.  As students explore and establish more independence and autonomy, they often seek assistance from the counseling center as they develop the skills and strategies needed to navigate the transitions inherent in this period of their lives. Staffed by licensed psychologists, the counseling center is a supportive professional resource helping students address a range of mental health and relationship concerns to obtain the maximum benefit from their college experience. Individual and group therapy are available to address student needs in a confidential setting. Common concerns addressed by the counseling center staff range from homesickness/adjustment to college, test anxiety, relational issues and stress/tension, to family issues, past trauma, depression, social anxiety, eating disorders, self-harming behaviors, and addictive behaviors. Counseling center staff is available to consult with faculty, staff, students, and parents regarding student mental health issues and/or concerns. A range of consulting services is also available to all students, faculty, and staff.  The center promotes healthy development and overall wellness through our website resources and ongoing outreach programs to residence halls, student organizations, and classroom presentations.

Emergency Info

Massman Hall Rm 1 • Ext 4030                                                                                        

Security Department, Community Ctr • Ext 4010

Campus Safety

Rockhurst University seeks to provide a safe and secure atmosphere for all members of the campus community and guests. The Office of Safety and Security takes the lead in these efforts. In addition, the Crisis Management Work Group advises senior leadership on emergency procedures and business continuity planning. This involves conducting routine training and preparedness exercises, coordinating with external response organizations and making recommendations regarding resources to enhance the University’s emergency response capacity. The chief of security and the vice president for student development and athletics co-chair this work group.

Phone Numbers

Add all important phone numbers to your cell phone contacts list and consider designating them on speed dial.

Campus Security

• Red phones and code blue phones throughout the campus will connect you directly to security.
• From cell phone or off-campus: 816-501-4010.

All Other Departments

• From campus IP desk phone: hit “voice recog” soft key and say the department or the individual’s name if you know it
• From cell phone or off-campus: dial 816-501-4000 and say the department name or the individual’s name if you know it.

What’s the Plan?

When an emergency happens, our response is guided by the Rockhurst University Emergency Operations Plan. This detailed document designates a team of administrators and staff members from a cross-section of the campus to serve in the event of an emergency, and provides directions for how the team will operate and communicate with the campus and the public.

What Can You Do?

•    Register for the campus emergency notification system, Rock@lerts. You can choose several notification methods, including text message, e-mail and voice mail.

•    Listen for the tone from the Rockhurst bell tower that signals you to check the emergency notification methods for which you have registered through Rock@lerts. You can also check the University website for additional information.

•    Keep your emergency contact information current:

•    Students – Log on to your Rockweb account at Rockhurst.edu to update your information

•    Faculty and staff – Contact Human Resources at 816-501-4834

•    Cooperatively participate in and learn from routine safety drills.

•    In an emergency, try to remain calm and think clearly. Be prepared to follow directions from first responders such as local law enforcement, Rockhurst Security, building emergency coordinators or Residence Life staff.

•    Don’t crowd around the scene of an accident or emergency unless you have been asked to provide help. Too many people at the scene as onlookers or trying to help can interfere with the work of emergency personnel.

•    Go here to access this information.

•    Enter Security’s phone number (816-501-4010) into your cell phone’s contacts.

What If?

Fire

• Pull fire alarm.
• Notify Security by red phone, code blue phone, dialing 4911 or 4010 from a campus land line, or calling 816-501-4010 from your cell phone.
• Follow evacuation plans posted in campus buildings.
• Go to nearest exit or stairs. Do not use elevators.
• If smoke is present, remain low to ground during evacuation.

Armed Intruder

Follow Run Hide Fight procedure.

Run – Have an escape route and plan in mind * Leave your belongings behind * Keep your hands visible

Hide – Hide in an area out of the shooters view * Block entry to your hiding place and lock the door * Silence your cell phone and/or pager

Fight – As a last resort and only when your life is in imminent danger * Act with aggression and throw items at active shooter * attempt to incapacitate the shooter

• If you can make a phone call without attracting attention, contact Security (ext. 4911) from a campus land line or 816-501-4010 from your cell phone. Or send a text message to a friend and ask that person to make the call.

Illness or Serious Injury

• Do not move the injured person unless absolutely necessary.
• Notify security by red phone, code blue phone, dialing 4911 or 4010 from a campus land line, or calling 816-501-4010 from your cell phone.
• Give the exact location of the victim (building and room number), apparent nature of illness or injury and your name and phone number
• Remain with the person until assistance arrives.

Tornado

• If city sirens sound, take shelter in lowest level of the building away from windows and doors.
• Rockhurst Security officers will circulate through campus buildings and tell people to seek immediate shelter. If you hear a siren, seek shelter immediately and do not wait for an officer.
• Residence hall staff will notify residents through the public address system. Students living in Town House Village and On Campus Houses should monitor their University-issued weather radios, watch local news reports, and listen for city tornado sirens. All students in University housing must take immediate shelter when a tornado siren is activated; a tornado warning is issued by the National Weather Service, or instructed by University personnel.
• Remain in the sheltered area until an all-clear signal is given.

Dining Services

Massman Hall, First Floor, Ext. 4011                                                                              

Thomas More Dining Room Hours 

Monday – Thursday: 7:30 a.m. -7:30 p.m. 

Friday: 7:30a.m.- 6:30 p.m. 

Saturday: 11am - 2pm; closed from 2pm - 4:00pm; 4:00pm - 6:30pm 

Sunday: 11am - 2pm; closed from 2pm - 4:00pm; 4:00pm – 6:30pm 

Einsteins Massman Hall First Floor South 

Monday – Friday: 7:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. 

Saturday – Sunday: Closed 

Rock Room Massman Hall Lower Level 

Student Choice and Rockhurst Market 

Monday – Friday: 11:00 a.m. -10:00 p.m. 

Saturday: 11:00 a.m.- 6:30 p.m. 

Sunday: 11:00 a.m.-6:30 p.m.  

Arrupe Hall Café 

Pop up Café, watch social media and emails for offerings. 

*Hours subject to changes 

Campus Dining provides meals in the Thomas More Dining Room, Einstein Bros. Bagels, the Rock Room (Student Choice and The Market ), . The Thomas More Dining Room is an all-you-care-to-eat venue offering multiple options for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner 7 days a week.  All students, faculty and staff may purchase meals in the Thomas More Dining Room by utilizing a meal plan, flex dollars, or debit/credit card. Einstein Bros. Bagels,  or the Rock Room Retail spaces will take flex dollars,  or debit/credit card.  Faculty, Staff and Students must present their Rockhurst ID for access into the dining room or to purchase an item at any of the other dining locations.  For menus and comprehensive information regarding food service at Rockhurst University, please check out our website.   

*Meal and service hours may change during the course of the academic year in order to meet the needs of the student community. For an updated list of meal times, consult the hours posted outside each location or click here.   

Diversity

Massman Hall Room 13 Ext. 3571                        

Rockhurst University envisions a campus that is dynamic, challenging and welcoming to its diverse constituents. The Residence Life professional and student staff work diligently to provide leadership and support to international students and students of color. Additionally, Rockhurst strives to enhance each student’s experience through the understanding and appreciation of peoples, traditions, and cultures while promoting academic inquiry and self-reflection. Rockhurst is committed to developing leaders that are culturally competent and poised to create communities that encourage, respect, and celebrate the unique differences of the individual.

Conway Hall 4th floor Ext. 4566

Reservations - Recognized student clubs/organizations and University departments are allowed to reserve space in Massman Hall and other areas for meetings and special events as well as reserve table space for promoting their activities. The Physical Plant Office will also assist in coordinating physical set-up. For reservations please use Astra Schedule.  A link can be found on the Rockhurst Web Portal Home Page. 

Maintenance/Custodial Request – Please use the link titled UpKeep on the Rockhurst Web Portal Home page for requests.  You may also download the mobile app for easy use; UpKeep Maintenance Management.

Financial Aid

Massman Hall Rm. 109 Ext. 4600                                                                                      

The Financial Aid Office is here to assist students and their families in paying for a quality, private Jesuit education. We provide access to scholarships, grants, loans and student employment. Students interested in receiving financial aid are encouraged to complete the Free Application for Federal Financial Aid.

Greek Life

Massman Hall Rm. 1 Ext. 4398                                                                                         

The Office of Student Life staff provides guidance to Fraternities and Sororities on Rockhurst’s campus. Student Life staff also oversees all aspects of recruitment and chapter planning. For further information, please stop by the Office of Student Life.

Rockhurst is home to 4 nationally affiliated social fraternities for men: Alpha Delta Gamma, Pi Kappa Alpha, Sigma Alpha Epsilon and Tau Kappa Epsilon. Rockhurst also supports four nationally affiliated sororities: Alpha Sigma Alpha, Gamma Phi Beta, Theta Phi Alpha and Zeta Tau Alpha which are affiliated with the National Panhellenic Conference. Each of these organizations dedicates themselves to developing character, friendship, service, leadership, and scholarship. More information is available on the Student Life website.

The Interfraternity Council (fraternities) and Panhellenic Council (sororities) are separate governing councils that oversee the regulations and policies of Rockhurst fraternities and sororities. The council's function as a communication link among the organizations, examine mutual problems and propose resolutions.

Recruitment is a mutual selection process for joining one of Rockhurst’s fraternities and sororities. By participating, you will gain insights into the benefits of fraternity or sorority membership. Rockhurst observes a deferred recruitment system; students must complete 12 hours with a 2.5 GPA in order to be eligible. Freshman students may not join until their second semester on campus. Interested students must also be enrolled full time and may not be on disciplinary probation.

Rockhurst has a zero tolerance policy with regard to hazing in accordance with National Panhellenic Conference and North American Interfraternity Conference standards. Hazing is defined as any action taken or situation created intentionally, by an active member, alumnus member, or new member, whether on or off chapter premises, that produces mental or physical discomfort, embarrassment, harassment, or ridicule. More specific examples can be found in Rockhurst’s Anti-Hazing Policy which all members are required to sign.

Student Health Insurance Plan  

Health Insurance – Rockhurst University Student Health Insurance Policy

Enrollment in the University sponsored Student Health Insurance Plan (SHIP) is mandatory for all full-time undergraduate (12 credit hours or more) and graduate (9 credit hours or more) students. Exceptions include full-time graduate students in the College of Business, Influence, and Information Analysis, part-time students, Executive MBA, DO/MBA, MBA/PHY, ABSN, AA/AS, RN to BSN, MSN, Ed.D., M.Ed and post-baccalaureate students who may voluntarily enroll in this program if enrolled in a minimum of 4 credit hours. Spouses and children of full-time students may also be eligible for enrollment in the plan Please call 816-501-4127 for cost and other important information.  

Goppert Trinity Family Care 

6675 Holmes Road, Unit 360, Kansas City, MO 64131

Gopper Trinity Family Care is located directly just two miles south of our Troost campus by car or bus – and they take a wide range of health insurance (please verify when you make your appointment).  In fact, students who have the Rockhurst University sponsored student health insurance plan have the plan-covered services there done with no deductible and no co-pay. 

Saint Luke's Convenient Care 

5151 Troost, Suite 200 Kansas City, MO 64110

You do not need to be a Saint Luke’s patient to see a provider at Saint Luke’s Convenient Care. Upon your request, we will share the details of your visit with your primary care provider. If you need a follow-up visit with a physician, we can provide a referral for you.

Students who have Rockhurst University-sponsored health insurance can visit the urgent care with no deductible and no co-pay.

If a student needs immediate emergency treatment, they are encouraged to call Security (501-4010) or go to the closest emergency room.  Research Hospital – Brookside Campus emergency room is located next to Goppert and is often the most convenient.

In case of an emergency, students should call Rockhurst campus security by dialing “4010” or by picking up a red or blue campus phone.

Admissions Front Desk (2nd Floor Massman Hall)

Help Desk (4th Floor Conway Hall)

Students, faculty and staff of Rockhurst are issued a Rockhurst Photo ID, which should be carried at all times when on campus. This card provides access to services both on and off campus, including:

• Access control to student residence halls and academic buildings
• Access control to the 24-hour computer labs
• Tracks meal plans and declining balance for cafeteria use, printing and copying services
• Library card for the Greenlease Library, as well as other library systems
• Grants access to Massman Hall’s “Student Body” Workout facilities
• Athletic equipment check out
• Admittance to Rockhurst Theater and athletic events

The first ID is provided free of charge. Replacement cost of lost or stolen cards is $25.00 

Learning Center

Van Ackeren Hall Room 200 Ext. 4052                                                                              

At the Aylward-Dunn Learning Center, student success is at the forefront of what we do.  We provide peer tutoring, writing assistance, Supplemental Instruction (SI), study skills & time management help, and more…all free for Rockhurst University students! 

We offer one-on-one peer tutoring for a wide variety of courses each semester, and if we don’t currently have a tutor for your class, we will try to find one for you!  Our tutors can help with homework, writing assignments for any course, concept mastery, study skills, exam preparation, language practice, or simply answer any questions you have about your courses.  All our tutors are Rockhurst students who know what it takes to succeed in RU courses and are ready to help you reach your academic goals. 

The Learning Center also offers SI, which is a series of weekly group study sessions, led by an experienced Rockhurst SI Leader, designed to enhance learning in traditionally challenging courses.  Through SI, you will improve your study habits and skills while diving into course content alongside your classmates. 

In addition to providing tutoring, SI, and other academic assistance, we are also the home of Student Accessibility and Testing Services. 

For more information about our services or to access the tutoring and SI schedules, stop by the Learning Center in 200 Van Ackeren, call us at 816-501-4052, email us at learningcenter@rockhurst.edu, or visit the Learning Center website.

Library

Greenlease Library Ext. 4142                                                                                           

Fall and Spring Semester Hours                                               

Monday – Thursday: 8 a.m. - 12 midnight                             

Friday: 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.                             

Saturday: 12 noon - 4:30 p.m.                    

Sunday: 12 noon - 12 midnight

Located on the northwest corner of the quadrangle, Greenlease Library is a place to study, print, get research support, and access library books, ebooks, laptops, databases, and more available on campus, home, or at work. Librarians provide research assistance one-on-one, through course information literacy instruction, 24/7 chat service, and online research guides. Students, faculty and staff also have access to other library resources through MOBIUS or interlibrary loan services. Library facilities include individual and group study areas, computer lab, assistive technology, and printer/copiers.

Visit the library website https://www.rockhurst.edu/library or call 816-501-4142 for assistance.

Massman Hall Rm. 1D Ext. 4125

The Office of Multicultural Belonging and Engagement offers a broad range of student-centered offerings including mentoring and programming to promote multicultural learning, support student success and to assist in carrying out the University’s mission-driven commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Our goal is to seek to create awareness, understanding, sensitivity and responsiveness to student groups who currently and historically have been marginalized and/ or underserved because of race, gender, class and other classifications.

Registrar

Massman Hall Rm. 109 Ext. 4048                                                                                     

The Registrar’s Office maintains all academic policies and programs, which are provided in the Rockhurst academic catalog at www.rockhurst.edu/academics/registrar. All academic related questions should be directed to the Registrar’s office at www.registrar@rockhurst.edu or 816-501-4048. This includes questions concerning the academic calendar, transcripts, course registrations and grades, student rights under FERPA, graduation applications and degree audits.

Transcript requests are submitted through www.nationalstudentclearinghouse.org which can be accessed through the student portal.

Degree applications are completed through the student’s Rockweb portal.

Course add/drops or withdrawals may be completed through the Change of Registration form at www.rockhurst.edu/academics/registrar .

Massman Hall First Floor Rm. 109 Ext. 4175

Rockstop provides a variety of services including Financial Aid, Student Accounts, and Registrar.  All questions or concerns pertaining to individual student accounts should be directed to Rock Stop and with questions regarding Veterans Benefits.

General information:

In order to receive some services students must present current Rockhurst ID or Driver’s license.

All questions or concerns should be directed to the Financial Services Specialists at the Front Desk of Rockstop who will direct you to the appropriate person for assistance.

Students with a credit on their student account will be notified by Nelnet via e-mail when checks are available. Please make sure to log into Nelnet to update your refund option (Check or direct deposit).

Student Payroll: All Work Study students are paid bi-weekly: see the pay schedule on your Paycom app or in the Financial Aid Office. All students must have current federal and state W-4 and an I-9 form on file with the Financial aid Office in order to receive payment.

Safety and Security Department

Rockhurst University Community Center Bldg.

5401 Troost

Main Campus Entry at 54th & Troost

To Contact:  For any security-related service either emergency or non-emergency call via the campus security phone system (RED PHONES, CODE BLUE PHONES OR BY DIALING 4010 ON ANY CAMPUS IP  PHONE) which are answered by Security Department Dispatch 24 hours per day, 7 days per week, 365 days per year. For non-emergency information on security services or activities or on parking concerns call the Security Department Administrative Office at ext 4659.  Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. To 4:30 p.m. 4010 can be accessed from on campus.

4010 can be accessed from on campus.  If calling from off-campus to the dispatcher call (816) 501-4010. It is also recommended that you put the area code (816) 501-4010 on the speed dial of your cell phone. Use the system for requests for both emergency and non- emergency services; e.g., jump starts, car unlocks, room unlocks, security reporting etc. Of course in the event of an emergency the system is always available; e.g., crimes in progress, medical emergency, suspicious persons or activity reporting etc. For information on both Security and Crisis Management pick up a copy of the annual security report or view it online.

Rock@lerts

The Rock@lert system has been established so the University can notify students, faculty and staff of emergencies more efficiently. Please be assured that Rockhurst will only send text alerts in the case of an emergency or school closure. This system will not be used for routine announcements. If you have not already registered for this service, you can do so at Rock@lerts. This is a 24-hour service and you may receive emergency/weather alerts during the overnight hours. You can choose to have the messages sent to your mobile phone, pager, PDA or e-mail account.

Security Department Operations

The Rockhurst University Safety and Security Department provides full-time, around the clock protective services to the campus community. The department assists in the enforcement of the University’s Rules and Regulations for students and staff. The department is trained and prepared to respond to both emergency and non-emergency calls for security-related services and information.  The department also conducts investigations into reported crimes, policy and procedural violations or as requested and directed by the Staff of the University.

A major part of the Safety and Security Department’s efforts at providing protective services is to educate the members of the campus community in the areas of crime prevention, crime reporting and safety. This is done through programming in residence facilities or by special request of other campus departments, especially during orientation sessions. Information on security department educational programming can be obtained from the department administrative office at ext. 4659.

Prevention of crime and accidents is one main function of the Security Department. The second part of the department’s primary function is the response to occurrences of crime, medical emergencies or other requests for service from the campus community. In order to carry out this function efficiently and in accordance with the dictates of the Kansas City, MO Police Department, all members of the Rockhurst University Safety and Security Department are commissioned as private police officers through the Police Department.  Those officers assigned to field operations are armed (trained by the University and tested by the City Police Department). All department personnel except for the secretary have the power of arrest on all Rockhurst University Property.

Rockhurst University is and has always been very committed to the City of Kansas City, MO as well as our immediate neighborhood and the mid-town area of the city. As a part of this commitment the Safety and Security Department works closely with the 49-63 Neighborhood Association and the Community Police Officers located in the neighborhood. Because of this cooperation the security of the campus is enhanced as is that of the surrounding neighborhood.

Some of the services provided by the Rockhurst University Security Department are listed below; for a complete list see the University’s “Annual Security Report” (a copy of the report is available at Campus Security).

• Escorts (24 hours per day) - Students can obtain security escorts any time of the day or night from one location on campus to the next. These escorts are provided as security for students. Some nearby locations can also be escorted to by security with prior approval.
• Lost & Found - Should you find property on campus contact the security department who will retrieve it from you and place in the property locker at the Security Station. Property can be picked up from the Property Locker at the Security Station by contacting the sergeant in charge of property who will arrange a time for pick up to be made. 
• Motorist Assist - The department can assist with jump starts and vehicle unlocks.

Parking Permit Hang Tags - All Parking Permit Hang Tags can be picked up from the Safety and Security Department at the Security Station. Parking Permit Hang Tags are $125.00 per semester and are valid for one semester, Fall or Spring. There is no permit enforcement during the summer term, although other parking violations are enforced during the summer. The fee for students will be automatically included on a student’s bill along with tuition and fee charges. If a student does not wish to purchase a permit there is an “Opt Out” box on the student bill that can be checked to have the fee removed during registration. A student may also email a Student Accounts Representative or come by Massman Hall, Room 109 and complete a form to have the parking permit charge removed.  Students will obtain their permit during registration or by picking it up at the Security Department located at 5401 Troost. A student applies for a permit when they complete their vehicle information form online.  As soon as the Security Department verifies that the student has completed their form, the hang tag can be issued to them, registering their vehicle at this point.  Permits are renewed each semester before classes start for the term. General Parking Permit Hang Tags are good in any parking lot on campus except for the gated THV Area and rockrow.  If the student is housed in the Townhouse Village they will be issued a different color Parking Permit Hang Tag for Mayer, Miki or Murray Lots (all located within the THV Area). A THV Parking Permit Hang Tag is good for all other University lots. Rockrow residents will be issued a different color Parking Permit that is good for all other University lots.

• Faculty and staff are also required to purchase and display a current Rockhurst Parking Permit Hang Tag when using Rockhurst University Parking Facilities.
• Parking enforcement on the campus is by parking ticket only. Parking tickets are issued to vehicles for a variety of reasons including failing to display a current Parking Permit Hang Tag, as well as other parking violations that constitute illegal parking. These tickets carry a $25.00 fine.  If not paid within a specified number of days (as shown on ticket) or not appealed they will accrue an additional fine each week. Complete failure to pay the ticket will result in the fine being placed against the vehicle owner’s student account. Three or more unpaid tickets will result in the placement of a wheel immobilizer “boot” on the offending vehicle.  Parking regulations can be viewed online by visiting our website.

Service Immersion

Massman Hall Rm. 3 Ext. 4855         

Service-immersion invites students to live Rockhurst University’s Jesuit mission, a mission articulated in the former Jesuit Superior General Fr. Peter Hans Kolvenbach’s famous 1997 speech, which is partially etched into the stone of Rockhurst’s bell tower: “Students must let the gritty reality of this world into their lives so they can learn to feel it, think about it critically, respond to its suffering, and engage it constructively.” These experiences, which include cultural immersion, relationship-building, and daily prayer and reflection, move students to a deeper understanding of the Gospel’s call to solidarity and justice. Extensive trip preparation and follow-up lead students toward the life-long path of becoming women and men for and with others.

Due to COVID-related travel restrictions, 2020-2021 service-immersion will look different when compared to previous years; international and domestic travel that necessitates air travel will give way to regional and local opportunities.  Plan to attend the Service-Immersion Information Sessions for more information

Campus Ministry generously subsidizes student participation.  Applications for spring break service-immersion are typically due by the end of September.  Call 816-501-4855 for more information.

Service Learning

Van Ackeren Room 200G Ext. 4545                                                                                   

Service is an integral part of the student experience at Rockhurst University. Service is not required for graduation; however, the mission of the university invites all students, staff and faculty to commit to “serve others as compassionate, thoughtful leaders.” The Center for Service Learning (CSL) offers several resources and programs for students including the Of Service volunteer listing, Service Academy, and Service Saturday Projects. Additionally, the CSL collaborates with other campus offices to support programs such as Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service and Celebration, Nonprofit Networking, and Finucane Service Project.

The Service Transcript Program helps Rockhurst students build a record of service activities during their college careers. Service transcripts may come in handy when completing scholarship applications, housing applications, graduate school applications or during internship or employment interviews.

HOW TO BUILD A SERVICE TRANSCRIPT

1. Pick up form at the CSL or download from the CSL website;
2. Complete the forms for each community service or service-learning project in which you participate — remember to get the form signed by a supervisor, instructor or project leader; and
3. Return completed form to CSL.

Student Accessibility Services

Massman Hall Rm 7 Ext. 4689                                                                                          

Rockhurst University welcomes qualified students from diverse backgrounds and strives to maintain an atmosphere of respect and sensitivity toward the ultimate dignity of every person.  It does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, gender, religion, national origin, age, disability or any other status protected by applicable law in the administration of educational policies, admissions policies, and other school-administered programs. It is the policy of Rockhurst University to provide reasonable accommodations for students defined as disabled in Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and other applicable law.

Student Accessibility Services assists Rockhurst University to ensure that students with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations that allow equal access to the academic and non-academic life at Rockhurst University. Students may request accommodations online, through Student Accessibility Services located in Van Ackeren 200, or by calling 816-501-4826.

A student requesting accommodations must identify to Student Accessibility Services by completing an application, providing documentation of the disability from an appropriate diagnosing medical professional, and scheduling a meeting with an SAS staff member.

Student Life

Massman Hall Rm. 1 Ext. 4541                                                                                         

The Student Life office oversees the following areas:  new student and transfer orientation, fraternity and sorority life, Social Activities Board, all student organizations, leadership programs, Family and Alumni weekend, health and wellness and alcohol education. This office is the focal point for the planning and implementation of student events, the authorization of student social functions, filing petitions for all student offices and determining eligibility for participation on campus. The office supervises the formation and recognition of new organizations and maintains a file of all campus organizations.

The Student Life Office provides students with opportunities for participation and involvement in college life which are designed to enhance and supplement the curriculum. Student organizations that serve all undergraduate students are classified as “General Interest Groups.” All student organizations’ level of activity is dependent on student participation and interest thus not all of the organizations listed below may be active during any given academic year. Stop by or contact the Office of Student Life with any questions regarding student activities and organizations at Rockhurst. If you are interested in finding more information about a student organization on campus, please visit RockSpace.

Student Success and Retention

Massman Hall Rm. 7 Ext. 4689                                                                                         

The Student Success and Retention office seeks to support students who want to manage their academic and personal lives and reach their goals. Meeting with a staff member can help a student develop a success plan and connect them with various resources on campus. In addition, if a student is dealing with any difficult situation or transition, the office is available to help problem solve. Our goal is to help students be successful and have a full and meaningful experience while at Rockhurst.

Commuter Student Resources

Our commuters are a valuable asset to our community, but sometimes face challenges navigating our campus. There are many available resources to help guide you, most notably your academic advisor as well as the success coach. The success coach is located in Massman Hall Room 14 and their primary focus is to support you and your success along the way. This staff member can answer all questions you may have as well as provide connections to both on campus and off-campus resources. The success coach will begin reaching out to you early in the semester and will be connecting with you throughout the first year at Rockhurst. Your academic advisor is also a great place to connect with campus resources and you will be required to meet with your advisor prior to registering for classes.

First Generation Students

If you are the first in your family to attend college, or will be the first in your family to earn a bachelor’s degree you are a first-generation student. RU First is a campus resource dedicated to our first-generation students. Linking to RU First will provide you with resources, on-campus community of other people who are first in their family, as well as many events celebrating your achievements. For more information call ext 4867, or visit Massman 14.

Transfer Student Resources

At Rockhurst we value our transfer students and the experience they bring, but recognize that sometimes transfer students struggle to make connections and feel like a member of our campus community. There are many resources here at Rockhurst, but three of your most important resources will be your academic advisor, our Mission and Ministry Team and the Student Development Team. Student Development is located in Massman Hall, Room 3. Here you can connect with Career Services to work on internships or the Cooperative Education Program, Student Clubs and Organizations, Residential Life, Counseling, and the Student Success Coach. Your academic advisor is also a great place to connect with campus resources and you will be required to meet with your advisor prior to registering for classes. Our Mission and Ministry Team will connect you to service opportunities, social justice organizations and Christian life communities.

Arrupe Hall Rm. 118 Ext. 4828

For information regarding The Center for Arts and Letters’ cultural programs and to register your attendance to cultural events, call the Cultural Information Line at ext 4828.  A listing of the cultural programs can be found in the section, “Center for Arts and Letters”.

Rockhurst University sponsors programs, services, and activities that encourage students to develop academically, spiritually, socially, physically, and emotionally. In a partnership among students, faculty, and staff, the University helps to create an educational environment with principles rooted in its Jesuit, Catholic tradition. These principles challenge students to strive for excellence, to integrate classroom and experiential learning, to develop talents through discovery and reflection, and to share a common respect and concern for each person. To achieve these ideals, all students must contribute, through their words, actions, and commitments, to the development and sustenance of a community characterized by purpose, openness, justice, discipline, care, and celebration. A student enrolled at Rockhurst University assumes a responsibility to and must behave in a manner compatible with Rockhurst University’s educational environment and community principles. The following categories of prohibited conduct, while not exhaustive and limiting, illustrate behaviors and actions that are incompatible with the institutional mission of Learning, Leadership, and Service in the Jesuit Tradition.

Alcohol:

The University expects legal-age students who choose to consume alcoholic beverages to drink safely and responsibly. Specifically, the University does not consider drinking in excess to be responsible. The following are some of the behaviors that are considered “irresponsible drinking” and are prohibited: providing alcohol to underage persons, loud and/or destructive behavior/vandalism, illegal and/or underage drinking, inability to control bodily functions, alcohol-related violent or abusive behavior (including date/acquaintance rape and assault), possession/use of beer bongs and common containers (kegs, barrels, party balls, etc.), possession of an opened alcohol container in the public areas of the campus, possession/consumption of alcoholic beverages in common areas of facilities (lounges, bathrooms, lobbies, hallways, etc.), and driving or operating motorized devices under the influence For further information on Alcohol see University Policies.

Breach of Privacy:

Using electronic or other means to make a video, photographic, or audio record of any person on-campus where there is a reasonable expectation of privacy without the person’s consent and when the recording is likely to cause injury, distress, or damage to one’s reputation.  Such a recording includes, but is not limited to, taking video or photographic images in shower/locker rooms, restrooms, or private student rooms within residence halls and secretly recording conversations of an intimate, romantic, or sexual nature.  The posting and/or distribution of such unauthorized recordings is also prohibited.

Cyber Bullying:

Intimidation or harassment that causes a reasonable student to fear for his or her personal physical safety, to suffer substantial emotional distress, and/or to fear destruction or damage to property. Cyberbullying includes, but is not limited to, the use of computers, web sites, the internet, cell phones, text messaging, chat rooms, and instant messages to ridicule, harass, intimidate, humiliate, or otherwise bully a student.

Disciplinary Process Compliance:

Students must appear for requested investigative meetings; participate in the disciplinary process in a forthcoming, honest, and truthful manner; and not take actions, or cause others to take actions, which would disrupt, delay, or interfere with the disciplinary process. Students must comply with interim measures and interim restrictions, and must comply with disciplinary sanctions and complete them in a timely manner.

Disruptive Behavior:

It is an expectation that students cooperate with one another, guests, and University officials at all times and not engage in behavior that undermines the safety, security, or normal operation of the University or University-sponsored activities/events. Examples of disruptive behavior include, but are not limited to the following:

• Providing false information or identification to, or failing to cooperate with, University officials acting in the performance of their duties (e.g., Security, Residence Life Staff, Administration, etc.).
• Forgery, alteration, or unauthorized use of University records, documents, or instruments of identification.
• Misusing financial aid through fraud or other means.
• Excessive noise.
• Depositing human waste products anywhere other than in a proper device (e.g., urinating in public).
• Indecent exposure or behavior, illicit sexual behavior, or lewd conduct.
• Unwelcome display of sexual imagery, sexual video (pornography), or sexual audio, including the digital or public display of a person’s own genitals, irrespective of whether such display violates another University policy.
• Romantic advances that are unwelcome, persistent, and unreasonable, irrespective of whether such actions violate another University policy.
• Illegal gambling. 
• Trespassing or unauthorized presence in a University building or on University property.
• Technology misuse including pranks or harassment facilitated by phones or computers.

Failure to comply with traffic and parking regulations, including failure to pay fines within an established time limit.

Any violation of the University’s Disruptive or Dangerous Conduct Policy or any other action that would jeopardize the health or safety of a member of the University community.

For further information on disruptive behavior, computer usage, and parking, see University Policies.

Drugs: 

The use, possession, sale, giving, manufacture, or exchange of illegal drugs, chemicals for use as drugs, or controlled substances is strictly prohibited.  Furthermore, no person may use or possess drug paraphernalia. Students may not prey upon, render dependent, or seek to gain personal or economic advantage from a person under the influence of drugs. Examples of possible drug paraphernalia include (but are not limited to) syringes, bongs, hookahs, pipes for drug-related use, scales, rolling paper, roach clips, blow tubes e-cigarettes and vaporizer devices. For further information on Substance Abuse see University Policies.

False Identification:

Rockhurst policy prohibits the possession or display of any blank, forged, stolen, or fictitious, counterfeit or otherwise unlawfully issued driver’s license or identification card, including identification not belonging to the bearer. Any of these false identifications may be confiscated.

Fire Safety:

No person may intentionally cause a false fire alarm, whether by means of a fire alarm system or otherwise (including but not limited to candles/incense, e-cigarettes/vaporizers, hookahs, lanterns, potpourri, gas/charcoal cooking appliances). Individuals tampering with fire safety equipment (including but not limited to smoke detectors, fire hoses, and fire extinguishers) will be subject to immediate suspension/expulsion and possible criminal charges. All people must evacuate the building when an alarm sounds. Possession or use of firecrackers/fireworks, gunpowder, containers holding fluids used solely for igniting fires (e.g., charcoal lighter, gasoline, propane, kerosene, etc.), or other materials that endanger health and safety is strictly prohibited. Arson is prohibited.

Guests & Visitors:

Rockhurst University welcomes invited guests and visitors to campus and its events (including off-campus) on a daily basis. Behavioral expectations of guests are similar to what is expected of all University students, faculty, and staff to ensure the exchange of ideas and the maintenance of a safe and secure campus environment. The expectations of guests and visitors on Rockhurst property or at University-sponsored events are the following:

• Guests found in violation of University policy (particularly Visitation, Noise, and Alcohol) or whose behavior is construed as reckless, inappropriate, or threatening will be asked to leave immediately. In such cases, the guest(s) will be escorted off campus and University officials may issue a no trespass warning.
• Students should always assist with interactions between University employees acting within the scope of their responsibilities (e.g., Security, Residence Life, Student Development staff, etc.) And their guests.
• Students are responsible for ensuring their guests are aware of fire evacuations and safety procedures in the event of an emergency.
• Guests may be required to produce photo identification for University employees acting within the scope of their responsibilities. If they do not have proof of identity, they may be asked to leave any campus-owned property immediately.
• Students are responsible for the actions of their guests while they are on campus property or at University-sponsored programs/events. Should a violation of University policy take place by a student’s guest, the student host will be held responsible. A student is responsible for any damage to University property caused by their guest.
• For additional expectations of guests in the Residence Life System, please consult the Residence Life portion of this handbook.

Harassment and Discrimination: 

No person may engage in discrimination or harassment based on, but not limited to, race or ethnicity, religion or creed, gender, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship/intending citizenship status, or membership in the uniform services. For further information on harassment and discrimination see the University’s Sex Discrimination and Sex-Based Harassment Policy and Non-Discrimination Policy, which govern the intake, investigation, and resolution of complaints of certain forms of discrimination and harassment. Note that conduct not rising to the level of discrimination and/or harassment as defined in the Sex Discrimination and Sex-Based Harassment Policy and/or Non-Discrimination Policy, or that falls outside the jurisdiction of those policies, may still constitute a violation of this Code of Conduct and the University may address such misconduct under the Code of Conduct, before, during, or after a discrimination and harassment complaint is processed under some other policy.

Hazing: 

No person, student organization, or group is allowed to conduct any hazing activities.  Hazing activities are defined as any action taken or situation created, whether on or off University premises, to produce mental or physical discomfort, embarrassment, harassment, or ridicule for purposes of membership, initiation, or participation in an organization. Such activities may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Use of alcohol or illegal drugs;
• Paddling in any form;
• Creation of excessive fatigue or physical exercise;
• Causing sexual embarrassment or subjecting a person to unwelcome sexual content;
• Sleep deprivation;
• Conducting activities that do not allow adequate time for study;
• Forcing, requiring, or endorsing the consumption of liquid or solid objects, edible or non-edible;
• Physical or psychological shocks;
• Endangerment or activities that have the potential to endanger a new member of a given group;
• Quests, treasure hunts, scavenger hunts, road trips or other such activities;
• Wearing of apparel in public that is conspicuous and not normally in good taste;
• Requiring carrying or wearing of any item not normally needed (e.g., rocks, hospital bracelets, helmets, tattoos, etc.);
• Personal servitude;
• Engaging in public stunts and buffoonery;
• Verbal harassment including yelling and screaming at new members;
• Silence or not speaking to certain people;
• Nudity, morally degrading or humiliating games and activities; any activity that is not consistent with fraternal law, ritual or policy or the regulations and policies of Rockhurst.

Identification:

Students must carry their Rockhurst University identification while on University property at all times. University identification must be shown and/or surrendered upon request to employees acting within their responsibilities, including, but not limited to, Security, Residence Life staff (professional and student), and Student Development staff.

Interference with the Student Code of Conduct Process: 

Attempting or actively influencing, intimidating, interfering, or coercing any person involved in a potential, actual, or past Student Conduct Referral. This includes, but is not limited to, encouraging or influencing another person to commit an abuse of the Student Code of Conduct, discouraging an individual’s proper participation in, or use of, the Student Code of Conduct process, or disrupting or interfering with the orderly process of conducting a proceeding.

Keys:

No person may duplicate a University key or request the unauthorized duplication of a University key.  No person may lend another individual (including other students and guests) his/her University keys for any reason. Leaving a key outside of a residence for any purpose is a violation of the University Key Policy. Keys in the possession of unauthorized persons may be confiscated.  In addition, no person shall replace without permission, damage, tamper with, or vandalize any University lock or security device.

Safety & Security:

For safety and security purposes, the following are some examples of prohibited behavior on Rockhurst property including but not limited to:  theft/unauthorized possession of property; burglary or robbery; opening, tampering with, or otherwise manipulating access/maintenance panels; propping or taping open doors that are intended to remain closed or locked; improper use of alarmed doors; misuse/abuse of card access swipes and systems; climbing into, out of, or on University buildings or roofs; use of/entrance into bathrooms that are intended for the opposite sex; throwing items out windows or removing screens; and covering, tampering with, or removing peepholes or room numbers.  Students should avoid interfering with the safety or health of another person in the University community.

Smoking/Tobacco:

Tobacco use of any kind is prohibited on the Rockhurst campus. This includes all public and private areas. For further information on Smoking see University Policies.

Solicitation:

All solicitation must follow the Posting and Distribution Policy published by Student Development.  Door to door solicitation is prohibited unless the Office of Student Development grants special exception.  The University’s directory may not be sold or provided to any outside parties for solicitation purposes, nor may its contents be used by Rockhurst community members (faculty, staff, and students) for general solicitation.

Vandalism:

Students who vandalize, deface, destroy, or alter property that does not belong to them will face disciplinary action and sanctions including restitution costs. This includes tampering with washing machines, vending machines, game machines, elevator misuse/abuse, and graffiti.

Violence:

Acts or verbal/non-verbal threats of physical violence such as harassment, hate crimes, assault, battery, sexual assault (defined as any form of sex crime punishable by law), or such behavior that jeopardizes the health or safety of oneself or another individual.  Certain forms of sexual assault are investigated and addressed under the University’s Sex Discrimination and Sex-Based Harassment Policy and Non-Discrimination Policy, but forms of sexual assault not covered by those Policies may be addressed pursuant to this Code of Conduct. And the University has the right to enforce other provisions of the Code of Student Conduct, not implicating the sexual aspects of a given set of facts, before, during, or after a complaint is processed under the Sex Discrimination and Sex-Based Harassment Policy and/or Non-Discrimination Policy.

Weapons: 

Possession, use, or sale of firearms, martial arts equipment, bows and arrows, crossbows, knives, bullets, stun guns, paintball guns, or any other weapon capable of inflicting bodily harm is prohibited. Folding pocket-knives with blades shorter than three inches are exempt from this policy.

Students are expected to comply with these and all other policies and rules governing student conduct, residence halls, the Student Activity Hall, Food Service, student organizations, and the University.  In addition, they must not engage in acts or deeds that violate existing federal, state, county, or municipal laws or ordinances.

Rockhurst University has a residency requirement that requires all full-time students to live with their parents (where they lived during High School) or on campus unless students meet the following conditions: 

• Students classified as juniors having completed 60 hours post-high school with at least a “C” average. 
• Students who have lived on campus for four semesters. 
• Students who are age 23 or older. 
• Students who have completed active, full-time military service. 
• Students who have a spouse or dependents living with them. 

If the student resides in one of the residence halls, Residency includes participating in the regular meal plan provided by the University food service for both fall and spring semester. 

Juniors, seniors and graduate students may continue to live in campus housing [residence halls, Townhouse Village (THV), Kateri and Rock Row]. There are three traditional residential facilities located on campus. Each one provides a different form of community living. Rock Row, Kateri and THV are reserved for upper-class students. All incoming freshmen are housed in Corcoran or McGee halls. 

Associate Dean of Students 

The Associate Dean of Students oversees all the residential housing operations, student code of conduct, conference services, campus dining, International student services, multicultural education, bookstore and contract management.  

Administrative Specialist and Assignments Coordinator  

The Administrative Specialist and Assignments Coordinator manages all the necessary administrative needs for students (meal plans, room assignments, break housing, etc.). 

Assistant Director for Residence Life/Conference Coordinator 

The Assistant Director for Residence Life/Conference Coordinator is an educational student resource. This staff member works to educate students around the Student Code of Conduct, conducts judicial training, and hears conduct cases. This person also supervises Resident Directors.  This staff person deals with all outside conference groups who use Rockhurst facilities.  

Associate Director for Residence Life/ International Student Advisor 

The Associate Director for Residence Life/International Student Advisor is a resource for all students. This staff member advises international students with their I-20 compliance, and provides support for international students, with oversight responsibilities for retention of residential students, works with our first-year student programs, while supervising Resident Directors and the implementation of the comprehensive residential program. 

Area Coordinator (AC) 

The residential communities of THV, Rock Row and Kateri has an Area Coordinator who resides in the area. The AC works with individual residents by serving as a resource to confer with regarding any problems or concerns they may encounter. The AC supervises the staff (Resident Assistants) for the community. The AC also serves as an assistant to the Conference Services and Student Conduct Office. 

Resident Director (RD) 

Each residential facility has a Resident Director who resides in the building. The RD works with individual students by serving as a resource person to confer with regarding any problems or concerns they may encounter. The RD supervises the hall staff (Resident Assistants and Desk Assistants). The RD is eager to get to know you, so stop and visit them.  

Desk Assistants manage and operate a front desk in each of our traditional halls during periods of high activity. Desk staff members are responsible for serving the residents and guests who enter the community. They provide the following services: lock out keys, check out of desk resources, contact numbers, campus information and other services that make living in the halls convenient.  Desk staff members are also responsible for helping to ensure the safety of the community. All residents and guests of the community will have to show ID and check in to the community. 

A Resident Assistant is an important component of the Residence Life staff as a paraprofessional staff member who has the most direct and constant student contact. An RA is assigned to a specific community of housing. Their primary responsibility is to act as a facilitator for their living community and to enhance the physiological, community, affiliation, self-actualization and diversity development components of each individual. The RA articulates to the students the philosophy and policies of the Office of Residence Life. 

Students who live in one of our residence halls (McGee, Corcoran, or Xavier-Loyola) are required to purchase a 235 Block or 300 meal plan.  Students must purchase a meal plan for the fall and the spring semester. THV residents must purchase at least the 120 Block plan. Flex dollars can be carried over from fall into the spring semester. Any flex dollars not used by the end of the spring semester (last day of finals) will be forfeited. There are various other plans available for commuter students, or students residing in Kateri or Rock Row. 

All dining plans are accepted in the Thomas More Dining Room. Flex dollars can be used at Einstein Bros. Bagels, student choice in the Rock Room in Massman Hall or in Arrupe Hall. Participation in the board plan is a contractual part of the housing agreement. For information on operating hours, see “Dining Services.” A validated ID card must be presented at time of service.  

Dining Room Attire: 

Dress in the dining room must include shirts and shoes 

Dining Room Behavior:

Only paying customers are allowed to enter the dining room. Paying customers can dine in the dining room OR purchase a “green” to go container. If dining-in, no food can be removed from the dining room. Students are expected to behave in an adult manner in the dining areas. After eating, take your items to the dish room and clear your table of all trash.  Please avoid misuse of food in the Thomas More Dining Room. Students throwing food or inciting misbehavior in the dining room will be dealt with in a serious manner. 

Violations of University policy are handled through the normal disciplinary channels. 

Food Committee:

Should you have any suggestions, problems or complaints concerning the food services, the Food Committee, which is a sub-committee of the Student Senate, is available to hear these. The committee meets weekly during the academic year. 

Guests:

Guests may eat in the Thomas More Dining Room. Guests may pay with either credit/debit card, department card/pass. 

Meal Card:

Your identification card must be presented at each entry to TMDR to utilize your meal plan or flex dollars. Each time a meal is purchased the student’s identification card is electronically read by the cashier. If your identification card is lost or stolen, please contact campus dining immediately. Your card will be rendered invalid, and you will need to arrange to have a new identification card issued. You are financially responsible for any money used on your account prior to you initiating a cancellation in the Dining Services Office. Note: a new identification card will cost $25.00. 

Housing Refunds:

Housing Refunds are prorated based on the University’s academic refund schedule. Students are not eligible for a refund after the fourth week of classes for room charges. Cancellations will result in a $500 cancellation fee. 

Board Plan Refund: 

Board refunds are prorated based on the University’s academic refund schedule. Students are not eligible for a refund after the fourth week of classes.  $150 cancellation fee will be charged. 

Sick Trays:

Special arrangements are available for students not able to take meals in the dining room because of illness. Contact the Dining Services office at 501-4011 for specific arrangements. 

Special Diets:

All special diets are arranged through the personnel of Dining Services in coordination with the Access office. Voluntary diets (e.g., Nutrisystem, Jenny Craig, etc.) Are not acceptable as alternative diets. The student will still be charged for the board plan. 

Room Consolidation/Vacancies

Students requesting a double room who do not have a roommate will not be billed for a private room. The open space can be filled by the university. You may not refuse a roommate in a double room. If you refuse a roommate, you will be billed for a private room starting from the beginning of the semester or from the time their roommate moved out. Students creating unwelcoming and/or disruptive situations for a roommate in order to have or maintain private room may be charged under the Student Code of Conduct Disruptive Behavior policy. Room Consolidations will occur when there are students living in a room by themselves paying the double rate according to the following parameters:

• Students will be expected to consolidate with another individual on their same floor, but will not be asked to move to a different floor
• Students may be asked to consolidate at any time during the academic semester

Room Reservation/Pre-Payment

A student requesting on-campus housing must pay $200 admissions/registration deposit when applying for on-campus housing. This pre-payment is non-refundable. This pre-payment functions as a room reservation for the upcoming academic year. Cancellations of room reservations are expected to be in writing in the Office of Residence Life by the student’s scheduled move-in date for the fall semester. Failure to notify the Office of Residence Life until after our scheduled move-in date will result in a $500 cancellation fee being charged. Students leaving after opening day, housing refunds are prorated based on the University’s academic refund schedule.  Students are not eligible for a refund after the fourth week of classes for room charges. Damages will be billed to their student account. Please review the Damage section for in-depth information about damage billing.

Students living in THV, Kateri, or Rock Row who cancel their contract for any reason will be charged $500.00 unless approved for a contract released by the Office of Residence Life. Students transferring from a THV, Kateri or Rock Row to a Residence Hall will result in a $500 fine.

Cable TV

SpectrumU is the streaming cable television provider for all residential facilities. SpectrumU is accessed via the portal. Problems with service should be reported to Computer Services Help Desk (x4537). All formal and recreational lounges are equipped with televisions for the residents’ convenience. Lost And Found

Any items found should be turned in to Security.

Mail Service

Students living in the residence halls and THV will receive a University mailbox. Residents are responsible to check their University mailbox each day the Mail Room is open. This includes days when the United States Postal Services is closed due to official federal holidays. Mail is delivered to Massman Hall six days a week except Sundays and holidays. To ensure the timely delivery of mail to a resident, please use the address format as given:

Name

Rockhurst University

1411 Rockhurst Road, Box #

Kansas City, Mo 64110

If you encounter problems with mail delivery, contact the Mail Center at x4665.

Students living in a Rock Row will not be issued a University mailbox and should have mail sent to their street address.

Recreation Equipment

Recreation equipment may be checked out from each Residence Hall front desk by leaving your ID with the DA. Loss or damage to this equipment must be paid by the person who checked it out. To receive your ID, return the equipment to the hall office or staff member on duty.

Room Amenities

Each room comes equipped with two beds, two mattresses, two closets or wardrobes, two desks, two desk chairs, mirror, telephone service, cable service, and mini blinds. Students may wish to bring a wastepaper basket, pillow, blanket, towels, sheets and pillowcases as well as clothes. THV units are furnished with a dining room table and chairs,  two-burner cook top and convection microwave oven, refrigerator, couch, coffee table, two living room chairs, end table , and mini blinds. In each THV bedroom residents are provided with a bed, mattress, desk, chair, dresser and end table for each resident. THV residents are encouraged to bring lamps in addition to the items mentioned above. Rock Row units are furnished with a bed, bar stools, and a washer and dryer. Waterbeds are not permitted. Residents are not allowed to remove or transfer any University furniture from its assigned room or unit. In addition, residents are not allowed to make any physical alterations to the rooms or furniture during the year. Any questions regarding furnishings need to be directed to your Resident Director or to the Office of Residence Life. You will be billed for any University furniture that is not in your room or unit when you check out.

The Safety and Security Department patrols the campus and the surrounding neighborhood where student housing is located for your protection. Officers are on duty 24 hours daily and can be contacted by calling ext. 4010 from a campus phone or 816-501-4010 from an off-campus phone. This will connect you directly to the dispatcher. Security personnel can be reached by the red security phone located in the lobby of each residence hall and on each floor. In addition to these red phones, there are other red phones located in other areas of the campus. These phones also have direct access to the dispatcher. Rock Row units are equipped with ADT alarm systems. ADT monitors these systems and alerts Rockhurst Security Dispatch if distress is indicated. There is a dispatcher on duty 24 hours a day. If you have a security problem or see someone suspicious, it is important that you contact the Safety and Security Department immediately.

The following guidelines are for your security:  

• Always lock the door to your room, even when leaving for a few minutes. This includes all residence hall rooms, THV, Kateri or Rock Row.
• Do not leave valuables in lounges or restroom areas.  
• Do not keep large amounts of money in your room.  
• Notify the residence hall staff or security of any strangers or unaccompanied guests immediately.  
• Do not prop open the outside doors of the residence hall. Doing so subjects you to a minimum fine of $100. 
• Report any theft to a staff member and campus security as soon as it is discovered. 
• Security cameras are located in all public areas of residence halls. In addition, Corcoran, McGee and Xavier-Loyola Halls have cameras on all residence hall floors.

Safety and Security will check communal areas, but it is the student’s responsibility to take the initiative to protect the residence hall. To gain entry to your residence hall, you will need your Rockhurst ID. RA’s do not carry building master keys. Each residence hall has a front desk that is staffed each day. IDs must be presented upon entry. Visitor ID’s will be kept until the visitor leaves.

Bathrooms

Guests of the opposite sex are not allowed to enter communal bathrooms found in McGee, Corcoran, and Xavier-Loyola Halls. Guests must use the bathroom facilities found in the lobby or basement of those communities.

Cans/Bottles Collections

For health and sanitation reasons empty cans/bottles in a student’s room are prohibited. After use, all containers (cans and bottles) should be recycled appropriately. All empty containers will be disposed of immediately upon discovery. The presence of empty alcohol containers will be considered an alcohol policy violation. 

Common Area Cleanliness & Care

It is important to respect the roles and responsibilities of the custodial staff. Residents are responsible for cleaning up after themselves (e.g., mud, hair, etc.) When you treat the building as your home and refrain from this type of behavior the custodial staff has more time available to wash windows, polish furniture, and other tasks they might not otherwise have time for. The custodial staff works limited hours on Saturday and  Sunday. Please help them take pride in their work by being conscientious about trash and trashcans on the weekends. The building will look better and be a more comfortable place to live. Responsible behavior toward the building and its furnishings justify the increased expenditures on attractive and useful furnishings and aid in making the present furniture look attractive longer.

Keys

Each resident is issued one key to his/her room. If a key is lost, report the loss to the Residence Director/Office of Residence Life immediately. A fee of $100.00 to replace the lock will be charged to the resident due to safety and security reasons. Should a student request a lock change for any reason (e.g., stolen, lost, etc.) The student’s account will be charged. It is against the law for keys to be duplicated for any reason. Possession of an unauthorized room key may result in a fine of up to $250.00 and/or a referral to the Code of Conduct process. Should a student be found in possession of any other University key other than a room key, the student will be subject to any sanctions determined by the Hearing Officer or Board. Lockouts: Refer to the Room Lockouts Policy.

Noise In Living Areas

The problem of noise in any residential living area is of immense importance in the support of an environment that is conducive to the total development of students. The following statements and definitions should help you understand what is needed for a residential unit to function properly as part of an academic and social environment.

Each resident is responsible for keeping the volume of stereos, TVs, radios, voices, etc., low enough as to not disturb other residents. Excessive noise in the hallways will not be permitted. This includes but is not limited to, yelling up and down the hall, playing sports in the hallway, large groups conversing in the hall, and any noise that can be heard two doors away in the hallway with the door closed. Complaints by residents living above, below or to either side of the source of the noise will classify the noise as excessive.

If a resident is disturbed, the resident should first go to the source of the noise and inform him or her of the problem. If informing the residents of the room or unit does not help, inform a Residence Life staff member of the problem.

Courtesy Hours (24 hours)

Courtesy hours are in effect at all times. This means that stereos, radios, televisions, and other equipment should always be played at moderate volumes. Residents should refrain from making loud noises in the room, in the hallways, and in other public areas at all times. Remember that residents often try to study or sleep before Quiet Hours begin and deserve your courtesy.

Quiet Hours

Quiet hours for all living areas are from 10 p.m. To 10 a.m. Sunday through Thursday and 12 midnight to 10 a.m. Friday and Saturday unless increased by a majority vote of the floor. While quiet hours are in effect, no noise should be heard outside your room or unit. You should refrain from conversation or noise in the hallways, and control noise in lounge areas of the residence halls.

Obstructing Communal Areas

Public lounges, hallways and/or public walkways should remain clear of obstructions for the safety of all residents. Obstructions consist of, but are not limited to, playing any kind of ball sport, Hacky Sack, Frisbee, roller skating and bike riding, leaving trash outside your door, etc. Such obstructions will be considered a safety hazard and will be subject to disciplinary action. In addition, furniture cannot be left in the hallways or stairwells.

Open Flames

No open flames of any type are permitted. Candles (or decorative candles) are not allowed for any reason. The burning of incense and the possession of combustible chemicals are strictly prohibited. Grills provided by the University may only be used on campus with the exception of grills used by On Campus House, THV and Rock Row residents. Portable grills are allowed at the On Campus Houses, THV and Rock Row, but must be kept outside and not used under any porch, balcony or roof overhang and must be at minimum five (5) feet from the sides any housing facility. Grills may not be stored on THV patios. Fire pits are not allowed.

Painting

Room Painting: Physical Plant personnel complete painting in the summer. Because a great deal of effort is expended in repainting student rooms, residents are not permitted to paint their rooms or units. If a student believes their room is in need of being painted, a request should be submitted to the appropriate Resident Director. If it is determined that painting is in order, a time mutually convenient to the student and the painting staff will be arranged

Pets

For health, sanitation and cruelty reasons, no pets except aquarium fish are permitted in any residence hall, THV unit, Kateri or Rock Row. Aquariums can only be 10 gallons or fewer. Students are financially responsible for extraordinary cleaning due to any pets. Visitors and parents are asked not to bring pets into the halls for any reasons. Certified assistance animals (e.g., seeing eye dogs, etc.) and ESAs are welcome in the halls.

Posting In Halls

Bulletin boards for official notices approved by the Office of Student Development are available in each residence hall. All posting is to be done by the Residence Life staff. If the sign is not posted by a Residence Life staff member, the sign will be removed. A maximum of twenty-five posters or signs may be submitted for posting in the residence halls at the Office of Residence Life, Massman 3.  Materials or information posted on wood surfaces, windows, stairwells, hall-side of room doors, or doors, will be removed without notice.

Relocating Rockhurst Property/Room Furnishings

Rockhurst property may not be removed from the room or building in which they are located without the express written permission of the Resident Director. This includes, but is not limited to, beds, room chairs, screens, all communal area furniture within the residence areas, and all other Rockhurst properties. The resident must not remove the original University furniture from his or her room. Removal will result in being billed for the missing furniture during check out. Rockhurst Physical Plant or Residence Life staffs are not responsible for the movement of room furniture. A fine of a minimum $25.00 per day or $75.00 per item can be assessed for having relocated Rockhurst furniture to or from a student’s room or removing resident’s screens. Relocation of Rockhurst property may also result in disciplinary actions taking place.

Restricted Appliances/Items

University fire, safety and sanitation regulations prohibit the use of certain items and appliances in student housing units. Items not allowed are the following:  exposed heating coils (e.g., hot plates and toaster ovens), extension cords, air conditioners, waterbeds, ceiling fans, and halogen lamps. The residence hall rooms were not designed for cooking. Only small appliances with completely enclosed coils are permitted (e.g., hot pots, coffee pots, and Foreman grills). You are encouraged to plug your appliances into an outlet strip with a breaker that is U.L. approved. The University is not responsible for damage to appliances due to power outages or surges. We recommend the purchase of a surge protector for computer and stereo equipment. Toasters or toaster ovens are allowed in THV and Rock Row kitchens.

Room Cleanliness

Residents are responsible for the cleanliness of their rooms, units and communal areas. Every residence hall has vacuum cleaners and other cleaning supplies which can be checked out from the front desk.

Entry of Premises  

It is the University’s intention to ensure privacy in students’ premises. The University reserves the right to enter student premises at any time for the purposes of inspecting the premises to determine whether a condition exists that may present a risk to the health or safety of the occupants or others in the student residential community. Additionally, the University reserves the right to enter student premises when an authorized agent of the University has reasonable belief, including but not limited to the following: an occupant of the room may be physically harmed or endangered, the University’s property is damaged, a law or University policy is being violated, or maintenance and/or repair is necessary. If practical, the University will not enter a student’s room unless accompanied by the student or a second authorized representative of the University.

Smoke Detectors/Fire Safety

Residents/guests are not allowed to tamper with or disarm any smoke detector, CO detector or fire safety device in any residence hall room, THV, Kateri Rock Row Unit or common area. Residents who do not have a working smoke detector because of tampering will be fined $200.00 and will be sanctioned through the Code of Conduct process. The University also does not allow students to have or to use any candles or incense in the residence halls, OCH, THV or Rock Row. Students found in violation of this policy will have a $75 dollar fine per candle billed to their student account.

Smoke/Tobacco Free Facilities

Rockhurst University is a smoke and tobacco-free campus. No smoking is allowed in any facility or on the grounds, including electronic cigarettes and vaporizers. This includes the individual student rooms, units, bathroom/shower facilities, Kateri, Rock Row, THV and public areas. Violation will result in a monetary fine at a minimum. All buildings have posted signage notifying residents and guests of appropriate distances smoking is allowed from on campus buildings. All vaporizers and e-cig devices are prohibited in residential facilities.

Visitation Policy And Guest Rules

Visitation hours are listed below. It is the student’s responsibility to know and understand this policy. If a student is unclear about any aspect of the Visitation Policy, they are to contact a residence life staff member for clarification. All students must comply with Rockhurst University Policy Statement & Guidelines for the Protection of Minors (“Guidelines”) and Rockhurst University Mandatory Child Abuse Reporting policy (“Policy”).  This Policy and Guidelines may specify requirement for visiting minors (which may differ from guest policies below if a minor is involved). Guests of the opposite sex are permitted in the following facilities during the following times:

Corcoran and McGee Hall

Sunday – Thursday: 10 a.m. - 12 a.m.

Friday – Sunday: 10 a.m. - 2 a.m.

After fall break: 24-hour visitation starting Friday at 11 a.m. Until Sunday at 12 a.m.

Townhouse Village/Rock Row

Monday – Sunday: 24-hour visitation, 7 days a week

Xavier-Loyola Hall Monday – Sunday: 24-hour visitation, 7 days a week

Guests must register and present ID at front desk immediately upon entering the building.

• Guests should always be escorted by their host.

All guest policies apply to Rockhurst students visiting a facility they do not live in as well as outside guests.

• Residents are to entertain no more than three visitors at one time (in student rooms, THV, Katier, Rock Row or communal areas).
• All overnight guests must be registered with the Desk Assistant at the main desk of hosting resident’s building. Guests must be registered prior to midnight of the day of arrival at the residence hall front desk. If a guest has not been registered, they will be asked to leave the building immediately. University students who have a Minor relative, friend, or other guest visit them on campus overnight must comply with the requirements of the Guidelines and register the visitor at least 24 hours in advance of the stay by completing a guest housing registration form with the Resident Director (or designee) assigned to the student’s residential facility.  The student must provide documentation that the Minor’s parents or guardians approve the visit.
• Guests may not stay for more than two consecutive nights (48 hours) unless permission is obtained from the Resident Director.
• Guests of the opposite sex should not return to the building before the beginning of the next visitation period.
• Guests may not occupy any bed without the consent of the person to whom the bed is assigned.
• Guests are never issued University keys for any reason.
• If roommates cannot reach an agreement on sharing the room with a guest, the rights of the roommate not hosting a guest will prevail.
• All residents are expected to go to the front door to allow their guests entry.
• Guests are required to produce photo identification. If the individual does not have identification, he or she may be asked to leave the property.
• Guests found violating University policy (particularly Visitation, Noise, and Alcohol) or whose behavior is construed as disruptive, reckless, inappropriate or threatening will be asked to leave immediately. In such cases, the guest might be escorted off campus and/or a no trespass warning may be issued if University officials deem this appropriate.
• Residents are responsible for the action of their guests while they are in the residence hall and for activities in their room. Should a violation of University policy take place in a room by a student’s guest, the residents of that room are held equally responsible. If a guest violates University policies and/or causes disturbances, the guest is the resident’s responsibility. Likewise, the resident will also be responsible for any damages to University premises caused by guests.
• Residents should always assist interactions between University staff and their guests.
• Residents are responsible for ensuring that guests are aware of fire evacuation and safety procedures in the event of an emergency.
• Children under the age of ten cannot spend the night in campus housing.

Checking In And Out of Communities

Students are required to check in and check out of their residence hall room, unit or house with a residence hall staff member as buildings close for breaks. This includes checking in and out of rooms or units when making a room change. Failure to check in and out of a room properly (or in a timely manner), through a staff member, will result in the student being assessed a $100.00 improper checkout fee. If the room key is not returned an additional$100.00 will be billed to the student’s account.

Damage charges assessed to a student account should be paid to the Business Office within 10 days of the notification of the amount. All financial commitments (including all 30 days past due billings) must be rectified with the Business Office prior to the release of semester grades and transcripts.

Graduating Seniors Living In Residential Facilities

Graduating seniors will be allowed to stay in their assignment until Noon, the day after graduation.

Health And Safety Inspections

Officials of Rockhurst University reserve the right to conduct health and safety inspections of student rooms in all University-owned residence housing. Advance notice to residents will ordinarily be given prior to such inspections. Rooms and units will be inspected on the designated date regardless of the resident’s presence. Residence Life staff members will inspect all rooms, units, and houses at the end of each semester and prior to breaks. Residents are to have their room or unit clean upon inspection. If, upon entry, a violation is visible (e.g., lounge furniture, alcohol, etc.) It will be handled through the discipline process. Prohibited items may be confiscated to promote safety and compliance with campus policy. Anything in plain view that is considered a violation of local, state or federal law may be investigated or referred to the Rockhurst University Security Department. Rooms should be found to be kept in a clean, orderly manner. The custodial personnel in each building should be able to help make available any cleaning supplies that may be needed.

Health and Safety Fines:

• Excessive Dirtiness: $50.00
• Candles (each): $75.00 
• Extension cords: $25.00
• Biohazard: $160.00 (or more depending on the required clean up) 
• Tampered Smoke Detectors: $200.00

Maintenance Room Entry

The University reserves the right to enter at any time in order to make repairs or conduct maintenance upon University-owned property. Entry is also permitted for actions necessary or appropriate in emergencies and those necessary to maintain order in an appropriate living environment.

Room Changes

Students desiring to change rooms or roommates must contact their RD or AC. ”  When changing rooms, it is required that you and a building staff member complete a new room condition form and check out form. All students must be in agreement to a room change. Any student who makes an unauthorized room change will be assessed a $100 improper checkout fee. If your roommate moves out, it may be possible to keep your room as a private room assuming there is space available; this is determined by the Residence Life Office. If your roommate moves out, you may have to consolidate with another student.  Residence Life reserves the right to not assign requested spaces for administrative purposes.

Room Change Fees

Improper Room Change (not completed in allocated time): $100.00

Unapproved Room Change (Room change fine and lock change): $200.00

Room Damages and Condition

When you check into the room, you should note all observed damages or markings, even the most minor items, on the room check-in form. Any damages incurred since check-in, (including marks on the outside of the room door, stickers and tape residue on the walls or mirrors, marks on the walls, drawers with broken hinges or chains, broken mini blind cords, etc.) Are assessed by the building staff and verified by the Office of Residence Life. You may pay these charges in the Student Accounts Office to avoid having grades or transcript requests withheld.   

Remember that you are responsible for your room and its condition when you check out, so treat it with care. Students are required to check out of the residence hall following proper procedures by the deadlines given. At the end of each semester, you must check out immediately after your last final. 

Common Area Damages: Damages to common areas (hallways, lounges, bathrooms, stairwell, exterior of room doors, etc.) will be charged to all residents of a particular floor or hall unless it can be determined specifically who is responsible. Common area damage in THV, Kateri and Rock Row will be divided among all residents unless an individual resident accepts responsibility. All community damages are documented by the Resident Director for billing purposes. Damages are posted to the resident’s account when the student completes the checkout process from the residence life system for the academic year. If a resident changes rooms during the year, any appropriate room damages will follow the student.

Room Lockouts

It is encouraged that residents always keep their keys with them. Students who are locked out of their rooms should go to the front desk to check out a lockout key. Residents will have 30 minutes to use the key and return it to the front desk before being assessed for a lock change. Students are given two (2) free lockout keys a semester from the residence hall front desks. After this point, students will be charged $25.00 for each additional lockout used. THV lock out keys are located at the Xavier-Loyola front desk. Residents contacting security for a lockout will be billed $75.00 per lockout. When front desks are not open students are encouraged to first contact their RA, then contact their Resident Director, lastly the Office of Residence Life. Regardless of ability to contact someone within Residence Life if Security opens a room for a student their account will be charged. Kateri and Rock Row residents are to call security if they are locked out. After two lockouts for Rock Row residents they will be billed $25.00 per lockout.

Room Selection Process

Re-contracting takes place in the spring semester. Re-contracting for our traditional halls will be based on credit hours as of the end of fall semester, giving preference to upperclassmen and students currently living in our residential facilities. Selection for housing in the Townhouse Village and Rock Row is based on a formula of credit hours x GPA combined with  service transcripts, good conduct and availability.

Vacation/Break Periods

In the interest of security, staffing, and energy conservation, all residence halls except the THV,  Kateri and Rock Row are closed during Christmas, and Spring breaks. 

Information regarding these closings will be sent to all residents prior to the beginning of each break period. The only exception to staying in a residence hall is for academic/university-related purposes.  Academic purpose is defined as students who are doing internships, service trips, athletics or an activity for an academic program. The department requiring a resident to stay must provide a list of those students needing to be on campus. This will be verified by the Residence Life office. Students who meet these requirements must register with the Residence Life Office, Massman 3. 

Students who do not meet the academic purpose requirement must leave the residence halls on time.  A student can receive a fine and/or a daily rate charge if they choose not to leave. Students flying home for breaks must plan their flights in accordance with the residence hall closings.  Students who have a flight delay or a change in their flight must check in with the Residence Life Office . If there is a complication witha flight and you may be approved to remain or arrive early in the hall until the flight.  A daily rate charge will be assessed to your student account. The daily rate charge varies per building and room payments do not cover the daily rate charge. We will not extend your stay in a residence hall to meet your vacation plans or employment.

Residence Halls remain open for fall break, Thanksgiving break and Easter break.  For security purposes, students remaining on campus may be asked to register with the Residence Life Office,  prior to the break. Generally, there is limited dining service during all breaks.  Residents will be notified of dining times and available locations.  THV, Kateir and Rock Row communities do not close for academic breaks. For security purposes, THV/Kateri and Rock Row residents staying over breaks may need to register in the Office of Residence Life. Please contact the Office of Residence Life at (816) 501-4663 with questions.

Health and safety inspections will be done at every closing and during scheduled inspections. Staff will post signs 24 hours prior to starting inspections. For more information about health and safety inspections please contact the Office of Residence Life. Visitors are not allowed when halls are closed.  

Emergency Procedures

The Kansas City metropolitan area uses the 911 emergency systems. In case of an emergency, the Security Department and the University operator should be contacted by dialing “4010”. The hours of the switchboard are 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. For class cancellations please refer to Bad Weather Policy.

Fire

Fire extinguishers are provided on each hallway in Corcoran, McGee and Xavier-Loyola and in THV, Kateir and Rock Row units. If you find a fire in any of the residential facilities you should:

• Pull the closest fire alarm. (If available)
• Notify Security by red phone, code blue phone, dialing 4010 from a campus landline, or calling 816-5014010 from your cell phone.
• Locate an RA or Resident Director, if possible.
• Follow the evacuation plans posted in the building.
• Go to the nearest exit or stairs. Do not use elevators.
• If smoke is present, remain low to the ground during evacuation.

Tornado

Terminology and what you should do:

Tornado Watch: There is a chance of dangerous weather with damaging winds. Be on the lookout for the danger signs: severe thunderstorms, hail, roaring noise, funnel.

Tornado Warning: A tornado has been sighted nearby and you should go at once to the designated area in your building. If you see or hear a tornado coming, do not wait for warning signals. Go to your shelter area if there is time. If not, curl up on the floor and protect yourself.

Alert Signal:  Steady tone for 3-5 minutes. A tornado horn is located at UMKC and can be heard at Rockhurst University.

If siren sounds, take shelter in designated area or lowest level of the building away from windows and doors.
Campus security officers will circulate through campus buildings and tell people to seek immediate shelter. If you hear a siren, seek shelter immediately and do not wait for an officer.
Residence hall staff will notify residents through the public address system. Students living in THV or Kateri should monitor their University-issued weather radios, watch local news reports, and listen for city tornado sirens. All students in University housing must take immediate shelter when a tornado siren is activated; a tornado warning is issued by the National Weather Service or instructed by University personnel.
Remain in the sheltered area until an all-clear signal is given.

 Shelter areas:

Xavier-Loyola Hall - Basement center hallway

Corcoran Hall - Basement hallway by Chapel

McGee Hall - Basement north hallway

Massman Hall - Basement north hallway

Town House Village - Storage area under stairs

Kateri- CMC area basement

Rock Row - Downstairs bathroom

Residence Life staff, or Security will be responsible for directing you to the shelter area when the weather is sufficiently threatening. The public address will be used to signal moving to the shelter area. No one is to be on the roof during a tornado or warning. The Residence Life Staff or Security will alert you to leave when the danger has passed.  THV, Kateri and Rock Row units must ensure that their University-issued weather radios are operational at all times.

Personal Property Liability

The University assumes no responsibility for students or guests’ personal belongings. Many homeowners’ insurance policies cover a student’s belongings while at college. Students are encouraged to discuss this matter with their parents to assure proper coverage for valuables. The University will use all reasonable efforts to protect students’ property, but it is understood that the University is not in any way liable for the loss, theft, or damage to property belonging to any residents or guests. Students are strongly encouraged to purchase personal property insurance.  Click https://www.nssi.com/ or https://www.collegestudentinsurance.com/  for more information

Residential Facilities

Chapel:  Each hall has a chapel. These are used for Campus Ministry groups as well as a space for personal reflection and discernment. If you would like to utilize a Chapel for an event, please contact the Campus Ministry Office.

Communal Areas: Each residence hall has communal areas or lobbies with at least one television. 

Computer Facilities: Each residence hall and THV is equipped with an individual computer lab. Computer Services regularly maintain these facilities. For information on how to access your buildings lab, ask your RA. For paper or printing concerns, contact the Copy Cave. 

Parking: After you have obtained a Rockhurst University Parking permit, parking is available in all ground lots and in the North Parking Garage. Only the residents of the THV can park in the Mayer, Miki and Murray parking lots (THV gated parking lots) violators will be ticketed and towed at the driver’s expense. Only the residents of Rock Row may park in the spaces behind their units. The Xavier-Loyola circle drive is a fire lane and should be used for pick-up and delivery of residents and guests only. Vehicles parked in the circle will be towed!  During winter, we encourage residents to park in the parking garage. This allows physical plant easier access to parking lots for snow removal.

Trash: All Trash must be taken to the dumpsters located outside your residence hall or THV. Garbage should be placed in a tied bag.  Exterior doors to these areas are accessible for entry back into the building from 7am until midnight, seven days a week.

Vending Machines: Drink and snack/candy machines are available in each residence hall. Please report any malfunctions to the Residence Life Office located in  Massman 3. Please remember these machines are provided as a service to the residents. Any vandalism or abuse will result in their removal.

Rockhurst University welcomes qualified students from diverse backgrounds and strives to maintain an atmosphere of respect and sensitivity toward the ultimate dignity of every person.  It does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, gender, religion, national origin, age, disability or any other status protected by applicable law in the administration of educational policies, admissions policies, and other school-administered programs. It is the policy of Rockhurst University to provide reasonable accommodations for students defined as disabled in Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and other applicable law.

Student Accessibility Services assists Rockhurst University works to assure that students with disabilities are not denied equal access to the academic and non-academic life of Rockhurst University and provide reasonable accommodations. Students request accommodations through Student Accessibility Services, located in Van Ackeren 200, or by calling (816) 501-4689, TTY (816) 501-4833.

A student requesting accommodation through Student Accessibility Services must identify to the Director of Student Accessibility Services in person and provide documentation from an appropriate diagnosing medical professional of his or her disability.

See the University Alcohol Policy (Student).

See the Animal and Emotional Support Animal Policy.

In the Massman Gallery, and in other locations around campus, works of art are on display for the Rockhurst University Community’s viewing pleasure. All art pieces, unless noted otherwise by the Artist or Rockhurst University, is for observation only. Viewers should observe these works from a distance of at least two to three feet. Touching or pointing with your hands, pencils, pens and other objects are discouraged.

The authority and responsibility to cancel classes rest with the Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs. Cancellations should be rare and only when genuinely necessary.

Information about school closing will be available through the Rockhurst website, Rock@lerts, Rockhurst University weather line and local television stations.

Clear and timely communication allows students to receive information related to policies, programs, events, and other practical matters (e.g. Billing, grades, etc.) Affiliated with their education at Rockhurst. The University has established several key routes for communication with students including:

• Rockhurst E-mail Account: All Rockhurst students receive a University e-mail account.  All e-mail communication from the University is directed exclusively to the Rockhurst electronic mailbox system.  Students are expected to access their e-mail account on a regular basis (daily is recommended) in order to stay abreast of important and time-sensitive information. University departments, faculty, and staff will routinely use e-mail to communicate important campus, academic, and extra-curricular/co-curricular information. It is the responsibility of each student to clean their e-mail boxes to allow capacity for incoming messages (e.g. Empty deleted items, keep a limited number of sent items, etc.). For further information on your Rockhurst e-mail account, please see Computer Services.
• Addresses and Phone Numbers:  Students are required to maintain accurate local, billing, permanent, and emergency contact information so that attempts to communicate will not be impeded.  To make changes to your addresses or phone numbers of record, website (Oracleweb section under Registrar) or contact the University Registrar (Massman Hall 110).
• Campus Mailboxes: Students who live in Rockhurst’s residence halls and Townhouse Village are assigned a campus mailbox located in Massman Hall where U.S. Postal Service mail and other University communications are delivered.  For assignment inquiries please connect with Residence Life (Massman Hall 3) and for mailbox malfunctions please speak with the Mailroom staff (Massman Hall, Lower Level).

Students’ failure to set-up, maintain, or update any of the above communication devices will not excuse them from being responsible for information and deadlines enclosed within the attempted communications by the University. Rockhurst strongly encourages students to communicate with relevant University offices regarding information needs, questions, and concerns, and welcomes new and innovative ideas for enhancing communication with the student body as a whole.

The policy reflects the ethical principles of the Rockhurst University community and indicates; in general, what privileges and responsibilities are characteristic of the University computing environment. Copies of the complete policy are available at the Computer Services Help Desk or by clicking here.

See the full Consensual Relationship Policy (PDF).

In compliance with the Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act Amendments of 1989 (EDGAR Part 86), a memorandum is presented to Rockhurst University students and employees with the following: (1) a description of the health risks associated with the use of alcohol and other drugs (2) a description of campus resources available to students and employees, including prevention and treatment resources (3) applicable federal, state, and legal sanctions and (4) the University’s standards of conduct relating to the use or possession of alcohol and drugs and the disciplinary sanctions for violations of those standards. In addition, the memorandum serves as an opportunity to solicit compliance with these policies and encourage active participation in fostering a responsible, safe and caring community. To see the most current memorandum, visit Student Consumer Information.

See the full Equal Employment Opportunity Statement.

See the full Disruptive or Dangerous Conduct Policy. 

Click here for information on Free Assembly Within the Rockhurst University Community.

Click here for the full Good Samaritan Policy.

See the full Non-Discrimination Policy and related information.

Rockhurst University requires all first time and residential students to provide proof of the following vaccinations thru our online submission process. 

TB Screen:

• Section 199.290 of the Missouri Revised Statutes requires that students attending any college or university in the state of Missouri be screened to identify those at high risk for Tuberculosis (TB).  This screening includes testing of identified high-risk populations to determine those that would benefit from treatment. The screening follows Center for Disease Control protocols and requires completion of a TB screening questionnaire and possibly testing.  The statute requires colleges and universities to place a hold on a student’s registration if the student does not complete the TB screening within the student’s first semester at a Missouri college or university.

If a student answers no to all of the questions found on the TB questionnaire, the student is considered to have been effectively screened and no further action is needed. Each student shall attest that the information submitted on his/her TB screening questionnaire is true to the best of his/her knowledge and shall submit the signed screening test results to Rockhurst University. If a student answers yes to any of the statements found on the TB screening questionnaire, Rockhurst University requires that a TB risk assessment by a health care provider be completed within 6 months or prior to the student’s enrollment for the subsequent semester.

Each student required to undergo a TB risk assessment by a health care provider shall submit appropriate written documentation of his/her TB risk assessment results, including but not limited to any skin test results, blood test results or chest x-ray results signed by an appropriate health care provider.

Students may also complete any TB screening/testing at the Neighborhood Walk-in Family Care located in the North Parking Garage on the Rockhurst University campus.

• Measles, Mumps, & Rubella (MMR) Documentation of two measles, mumps, and rubella vaccination is required for all residential students.

Meningococcal Meningitis Disease and Immunization

Rockhurst University requires students who will reside on campus to provide proof of a meningitis vaccination or sign a waiver that you understand the risk involved in not receiving this vaccine.  The University reserves the right to change or modify its vaccination requirements.  Failure to comply with vaccination requirements may result in immediate eviction from any University housing. Rockhurst University encourages all other students to consider this vaccination as well as to become knowledgeable about meningitis and its symptoms in order to reduce their personal risk.

See the Key and Keycard Policy.

See the full Minors on Campus Policy.

See the full Non-Discrimination Policy.

Rockhurst University also supports learning experiences afforded by involvement in co-curricular activities, such as student leadership conferences, athletics, theater competitions, etc. Often these co-curricular activities require students to represent Rockhurst University and to be “on location” somewhere off campus for both the participation in the event as well as travel to and from the location. See the full On Location Policy.

See the Official Policy on Outside Speakers.

See the policy on Parent/Legal Guardian Notification of Alcohol and Other Drug Violations.

See the Rockhurst University Parking Policy.

See the Personal Mobility and Vehicle Safety Policies.

See the Personal Property Possession and Use Policy.

See the Political and Campaign Activity Policy.

See the Partisan Political Activity Student Policy and Guidelines.

See the Campus Posting Policy.

See the Pregnancy and Parenting Students Policy.

See the Policy on Religious Adjustments for Students.

All reports of sex discrimination, sexual harassment, and sexual violence; domestic violence, dating violence, and/or stalking that involve conduct of a sexual nature; and related retaliation (including reports made by an employee against another employee) will be investigated and resolved pursuant to the University’s Sexual Harassment Prevention And Response Policy.

See the Sexual Harassment Policy.

See the Student Complaint Policy.

See the Student Organization Social Event Policy.

The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) affords students certain rights with respect to their education records. See Rockhurst University's FERPA information and resources.

See the Substance Abuse Policy.

See the Tobacco Free Policy.

See the Weapon Free Policy

Note: For the following academic-related items, please refer to the Rockhurst University Undergraduate Catalog or Rockhurst University Graduate Catalog:

• Academic Honesty Policy
• Administrative Policies
• Course Policies
• Enrollment Policy
• Grade Policies
• Graduate Academic Policies
• Graduate Financial Aid Programs and Policies
• Undergraduate Academic Policies
• Undergraduate Attendance Policy
• Undergraduate Financial Aid Programs and Policies