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Award-winning Film by Rockhurst Graduate Opens in Kansas City
Matt Krentz, 1999 Rockhurst graduate and independent filmmaker, brings his award-winning independent film to the Tivoli Cinema in Westport Manor Square, starting Nov. 13. (more)
Student Choruses Perform Christmas Concert Tradition
Ceremony of Lessons and Carols, an enduring and endearing 18-year Rockhurst University tradition, will be performed by 45 student voices at 7 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 5. (more)
Musica Sacra Christmas Concert Includes Works from 18th-Century Italy, Traditional Carols
Rockhurst University’s Musica Sacra Chorus and Orchestra will celebrate the Christmas season in classic fashion with music from 18th-century Italy. (more)
Rockhurst University Recognized for Service to the Community
Dan Martin, Ph.D., knows how to incorporate the Jesuit spirit of service into his English composition class. For the past several years, students in Martin’s class have served between 20 and 25 hours each at reStart Inc. (more)
Award-Winning Poet Mary Jo Bang Visits Midwest Poets Series
Mary Jo Bang, one of the pre-eminent poets in the country and a long-time St. Louis resident, and author of eight books of poems, will present her work as part of the Midwest Poets Series at 7 p.m. Monday, Nov. 16, in Mabee Theater. (more)
Prominent Journalist Discusses U.S. Role in Afghanistan
Jon Lee Anderson, one of the world’s most respected journalists, will deliver the Alpha Sigma Nu--Rev. Vincent Daues, S.J., lecture at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 18, in Mabee Theater. (more)
Rockhurst University Hosts Safe Trick-or-Treat
Children looking for an alternative to making the neighborhood rounds on Halloween this year can tour a haunted house, play games and enjoy refreshments and candy at the 19th annual Rockhurst University Safe Trick-or-Treat. (more)
Rockhurst to Host “Apprentice” Runner-Up, Tana Goertz
Rockhurst University’s Nu Omega chapter of Delta Sigma Pi will host the runner-up of the third season of “The Apprentice,” Tana Goertz, at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 21. (more)
Rockhurst Hawks, Jayhawks Partner in Service
Students from Rockhurst University joined forces Sept. 12 with students from the University of Kansas to restore a house in Lawrence, Kan., that will benefit homeless families. (more)
Rockhurst Graduates Committed to Serve with Jesuit Volunteer Corps
Three Rockhurst University May 2009 graduates have committed to serve as Jesuit Volunteers with the Jesuit Volunteer Corps. (more)
Softball: Hawks rank fifth among Division II schools in team GPA
The Rockhurst Hawks finished with the fifth highest grade point average in the country among NCAA Division II schools as the National Fastpitch Coaches Association (NFCA) recently announced the NFCA “Girls Got Game” Top Ten All-Academic Team. (more)
Sophomore’s Gardening Efforts Help Brighten Troost
Nathan Olson’s offer to continue caring for flowers and trees recently planted as part of the Tulips on Troost initiative earned him a profile on the organization’s Web site. (more)
Rockhurst Gala “Toasts” Kansas City
“Toast of Kansas City,” the 14th annual Rockhurst University gala, will begin at 6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, in the Rockhurst University Convocation Center, at the corner of Rockhurst Road and Tracy Avenue. (more)
Men’s Basketball: Hawks return to Sprint Center on Nov. 24
The Rockhurst Hawks will return to the Sprint Center on Tuesday, Nov. 24 to face the Central Missouri Mules. Rockhurst and Central Missouri will meet for the second year in a row at the Sprint Center. (more)
Three-Time U.S. Poet Laureate Robert Pinsky Performs for Midwest Poets Series
Robert Pinsky, U.S. Poet Laureate for an unprecedented three-year term (1997-2000), will speak, perform, and read from his work as part of the Midwest Poets Series at 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 22, in the Rockhurst University Convocation Center. (more)
Visiting Scholar Speaks on Morality, Art, Confession in Film
Thomas Hibbs, Ph.D., one of the nation’s most influential philosophy and popular culture scholars, will present “Morality, Art, and Confession: Big Questions on the Big Screen,” as part of the Rockhurst Visiting Scholar Lecture Series. (more)
Rockhurst University Students Host Mystical Math Room
Visitors to Rockhurst University can get a close-up view of mystical math projects and a preview of frightening physics projects in the Mystical Math Room from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 30, as math and physics students transform an ordinary room with a magical, haunted twist. (more)
Rockhurst Honors U.S. Constitution Day Sept. 17
Since 2005, the United States Congress has designated September 17 as a special day for commemorating the United States Constitution. (more)
New Web Portal Consolidates Resources
Rockhurst students, faculty and staff can now access many important resources by logging on to my.rockhurst.edu. This new portal allows you to check grades, student accounts, Rockhurst e-mail and more. (more)
Rockhurst Students Perform “The Laramie Project”
Providing insight into the aftermath of a lethal hate crime motivated by homophobia, student actors at Rockhurst University will present “The Laramie Project,” by Moisés Kaufman and directed by local actor, director and teacher, Richard Alan Nichols. Performances will be at 8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 1, and Friday, Oct. 2; and 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 3, and Sunday, Oct. 4, in Rockhurst’s Mabee Theater. (more)
Former White House Chief of Staff to Speak at Rockhurst
Andrew H. Card Jr., former White House chief of staff to President George W. Bush, will open this year’s Rockhurst University Visiting Scholar Lecture Series with “Ethical Leadership – Challenges and Choices” at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 22, in the Rockhurst University Convocation Center. (more)
Rockhurst University Film Series Pursues Justice in Education
In an effort to show today’s audiences the hard-fought struggle toward justice in education, the Rockhurst University fall film series examines the topic from a variety of viewpoints, cultures and time periods. (more)
Rockhurst University Welcomes Largest Freshman Class in Its History
Rockhurst University will open its doors to the largest freshman class in university history when classes begin today. (more)
High School Students Experience Taste of College Life
Twenty-three high school students from Hogan Preparatory Academy are experiencing the fun side of learning July 27-Aug. 7 during a summer institute at Rockhurst University. (more)
New Graduate and Professional Studies Dean Joins Rockhurst University
Jeffrey R. Breese, Ph.D., recently joined Rockhurst University as dean of the School of Graduate and Professional Studies. Breese comes to Rockhurst from Marymount University in Arlington, Va., where he served as associate dean of the School of Education and Human Services. (more)
Women’s Basketball: Hawks finish eighth in Academic Top 25 Honor Roll
The Rockhurst women’s basketball team finished eighth in the nation among NCAA Division II institutions in the Women’s Basketball Coaches Association (WBCA) Academic Top 25 Team Honor Roll. (more)
Conference Explores Jesuit Business Education
The hot topic of conversation this week at Rockhurst University is Jesuit business education as faculty, alumni and friends from Jesuit universities throughout the country gather for the 12th annual Colleagues in Jesuit Business Education conference July 16-18. (more)
Student Cyclist Rides to Continental Divide to Get Book Donations Rolling
Skyler Myers, Rockhurst University graduate student, will begin a nine-day solo ride on Aug. 1, 2009, to secure donations of new books for the Kansas City, Mo., School District (KCMSD). (more)
Rockhurst University and Teach For America Announce Partnership
Under a new agreement, Rockhurst University will partner with Teach For America to strengthen efforts to place effective first-year teachers in low-income public schools in the Kansas City area this fall. (more)
Rockhurst to Co-host Conference on Parish Social Work
In conjunction with the National Catholic Reporter, Rockhurst University will host a two-day conference addressing the practical application of the Gospel mandate in today’s parish social service work. (more)
Colleagues in Jesuit Business Education (CJBE) Conference
Rockhurst prepares to host the Colleagues in Jesuit Business Education Conference, July 16-19, 2009. (more)
Rockhurst University Names New Vice President for Advancement
Following a nationwide search, Rockhurst University has named Thomas N. Dart vice president for advancement effective July 1. (more)
Park named new head coach at Rockhurst
Rockhurst Director of Athletics Richard Konzem announced Friday that Larry Park has been hired as the new women’s head basketball coach at Rockhurst University. (more)
Rockhurst introduces new Physics of Medicine minor
Rockhurst’s offerings for students interested in the healthcare field are richer and more robust than ever with the addition of a new minor in Physics of Medicine. (more)
Men's Tennis: Rockhurst downs Drury, 5-1, to capture first GLVC Championship
Hawks capture No. 1 singles and No. 1 doubles to upset 16th-ranked Panthers. (more)
RUCS recognized by the Computerworld Honors Program
Rockhurst University Computer Services has been recognized as a Laureate by the Computerworld Honors Program. (more)
Education Department earns top marks in accreditation process
The Rockhurst Department of Education has once again been granted full accreditation by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE). (more)
Kauffman Scholars Visit Rockhurst Campus
More than 115 Kauffman Scholars in grades seven through 10 recently visited Rockhurst University to learn more about college life. (more)
Rockhurst Again Named to Community Service Honor Roll
For the second year in a row, Rockhurst University has been named to the President’s Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll. (more)
Two Students Recognized for Leadership
Two Rockhurst nonprofit leadership students have received national scholarship awards for their commitment and service to others. (more)
Rockview, Rockhurst's Overnight Visit
Get a jump start on your college search experience with Rockview, an in-depth visit to Rockhurst University. (more)
RU Ready
Check out our new campus tour video to find out if you’re ready for Rockhurst. (more)
Rockhurst senior presents mathematical research at conference
Rockhurst senior Kaleb Waite presented his research, titled "Using Recursion to Solve the Pill Problem," to more than 1,000 faculty and about 130 students at a national meeting of the Mathematical Association of America in Madison, Wis. (more)
Rockhurst Senior Honored for Climate Protection Advocacy
Katie Scanlon was recognized by the Kansas City Chamber of Commerce with an Energy Booster Award for her work advocating for climate protection. (more)
RU Implements Earth-Friendly Computing
When classes resume this fall, Rockhurst students will sit down in front of workstations that use 90 percent less energy than traditional PCs. (more)
Partnership Helps Local High Schoolers Prep for College
Students from Hogan Prep participated in scientific experiments in Rockhurst's chemistry lab, led by Annie Lee, Ph.D., associate professor of chemistry. (more)
Sign Up For Weather Warnings Through Rock@lerts
Receive automated warnings from the National Weather Service via e-mail or text messages. The Rock@lert system is available to students, parents, faculty, staff and the rest of the Rockhurst community. (more)
New Labs, Curriculum, Leadership Strengthen CSD Program
Rockhurst's Communication Sciences and Disorders program recently achieved re-accreditation, launched a newly revised curriculum, introduced three new labs and welcomed a new chair. (more)
Attend a Rockhurst Admission Event
Interested in learning more? We're here to answer all your questions. Make plans to attend one of Rockhurst's upcoming admission events. (more)
Get the Real Story
For a firsthand perspective of Rockhurst, read the university’s student and faculty blogs. Hear what Rockhurst insiders really think. (more)
Rockhurst in Photos
See photos of campus events, sports and daily life in Rockhurst's online photo galleries. You can even order your own prints. (more)
Meet Some Rockhurst Students
Wondering if you'll fit in at Rockhurst? Read these student profiles to get a feel for who your classmates are and what it's like to live on campus. (more)
Rockhurst Recognized for Wireless Access
University makes Intel’s top 50 wireless college campuses list. (more)
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