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New Academic Building

At Rockhurst University, we are in the city for good.  The time has come to further enhance our student experience by modernizing our facilities.

Rockhurst recently announced plans to build a new, state-of-the-art academic building. Guided by the University’s Strategic Plan and 20-Year Campus Master Plan, the new signature structure will allow for the relocation of classes currently held in 98-year-old Sedgwick Hall – a building that has not changed significantly in decades yet handles a large portion of all instruction.

The new academic building will hold a majority of all undergraduate and graduate classes, and feature a 500-seat auditorium for academic and public events. It will be located south of the bell tower in what is currently being used for parking.

Rockhurst received a challenge grant of $500,000 from the J.E. and L.E. Mabee Foundation which will be awarded only if the balance is raised by June 2013.


Phase 1 Construction of new academic building $25 million
Phase 2 Addition of black-box theater to new academic building $8 million
  Total Project Cost $33 million
To do this, we need your help.

Construction is contingent on funds raised. Make your gift online or by contacting Amy Drouin at 816-501-4628.

Your support ignites a spark and brightens the future of Rockhurst University. For more information, download our New Academic Building Brochure (PDF)