Rockhurst is a learning community centered on a strong undergraduate liberal education in the arts & sciences and excellence in graduate professional education in business management and the health professions. Because it is Catholic and Jesuit, Rockhurst is involved in the life and growth of the city and region and committed to the service of the contemporary world.
Service to the community beyond campus boundaries is an integral part of the student experience at Rockhurst University. While service at Rockhurst is voluntary, more than 85% of students participate in service during their years at Rockhurst. Service to others in the Jesuit tradition provides students with an opportunity to reflect on the broader issues that shape our world, ask essential questions about the injustices found in our society, and learn that their decisions have implications for others. Through service, Rockhurst students use their gifts and put them into action as men and women for others. The Finucane Service Scholarship is an important way that Rockhurst University promotes ongoing, meaningful service to the community.
The Finucane Service Scholarship is a talent scholarship with many applicants each year. The students who receive the Finucane Service Scholarship are leaders in service and, as such, are expected to continue their service leadership during their career at Rockhurst by giving a minimum of 30 hours each calendar year in service to others. Beginning in May 2025, all service hours must be completed in the Kansas City metro or as a part of a Rockhurst University program (i.e. a solidarity-immersion trip).
Are you interested in becoming a Finucane Scholar?
The Center for Service Learning administers this scholarship for incoming students. If you have questions about the scholarship, please call 816-501-4855 or email bill.kriege@rockhurst.edu.
Incoming Freshman: The 2025 Freshman Scholarship Application deadline was February 9, 2025.
Transfer Students: The 2025 Transfer Scholarship Application deadline is May 15, 2025.
Current Finucane Scholars Timeline
August 27 - November 20 – Check in with Bill Kriege, Director of Service & Action. Discuss your plans for service during the fall semester. Remember to use Engage RU to search for service opportunities; if needed, the Director of Service & Action can help you find a service organization. If you are interested in earning the President's Volunteer Service Award (100 hours of service per year), please contact Bill.
December – Submit hours for the fall semester.
January – Check in with the Director of Service & Action to discuss your service plans for the spring semester.
May 10 – Ensure you have logged all service hours on Engage RU.