Rockhurst University is located in a diverse, historic neighborhood that is home to educational, cultural and scientific institutions. The area is steeped in culture, grassroots activism, ecological and historic preservation and revitalization.

A strong community is instrumental to the vitality and diversity of our university. Rockhurst takes pride in working with our neighbors to create a safe, secure, integrated and healthy neighborhood offering ever higher qualities of life. We continue to promote a welcoming, thriving environment for our students, staff, faculty, guests and neighbors as we strive to fulfill our mission of learning, leadership and service in the Jesuit tradition.

For additional information, check out the Guide to Neighborhood Living or read the latest news in the Spring 2021 Community Newsletter below.

Community Partners

Rockhurst University is in the city for good. The university continues to build strategic partnerships that strengthen our community and offer unique educational opportunities for our students. The university has many long-term community partners. Here are a few for which we hold membership.

• Southtown Council
• 49/63
• Ride KC
• City of Kansas City, Mo.
• Show Me KC Schools
• KC Public Schools
• Prep-KC