Conference Services at Rockhurst University is designed to fulfill the University’s mission of transforming lives by being involved in the life and growth of the city and the region. As a Jesuit institution, Rockhurst is built upon core values that are not only instilled within the lives of the students, faculty and staff, but also to all visitors to the University.
With the mission of the University and the core value of magis, meaning “more,” Conference Services at Rockhurst University is prepared to provide your group with more than a good experience on our campus; our goal is to provide you with an unforgettable experience.
By providing the venue for your camp, conference or event, Rockhurst’s Conference Services strives to help transform the lives of all those who step foot onto campus.
Our facilities are clean and comfortable with up-to-date technology, three different lodging accommodations, and personable, helpful staff. Your time at Rockhurst – no matter how brief – will be more than just a visit; it will become a memory.
From camps for young children, to conferences, to meetings, to housing for interns, from afternoon events to events taking place over several months, Conference Services at Rockhurst University is the ideal place for you and your group to host your event.
Rockhurst University has an exclusive contract with our campus dining partner, Chartwells. All food and beverage service on campus must be arranged through them, regardless of the event type. View online menus and ordering
Event Spaces
Below are the most frequently used spaces by outside groups while on Rockhurst's campus. However, these spaces are just a fraction of the facilities Rockhurst has to offer. Contact us to find out more about our spaces or get a tour of campus.
Event Options
Rockhurst has a host of different facilities available for rental for single-day events or multiple-day events lasting up to a week. Below are a few of the many possibilities available.
- Classrooms that can accommodate 20-40 individuals are available to be rented as meeting spaces or as breakout rooms for conferences.
- Medium-sized rooms that can accommodate up to 150 individuals can be rented for activities such as meetings and dinners.
- An auditorium that can accommodate up to 500 individuals is available for larger meetings, speakers and conferences.
- A large event space with a maximum capacity of 500 individuals can be used for large dinners, conferences, meetings and other similar events. Rockhurst catering information
- Both the soccer field and the basketball fieldhouse are available for rental for sports camps and games.
Overnight Events
For groups hosting an event on campus that will take place over the course of several days or up to a week – such as a conference or a sports camp – there are many facilities available to accommodate you.
Rockhurst has three different residence halls, each of which can accommodate up to 200 individuals. These buildings are traditional-style residence hall rooms with two beds per room and community-style bathrooms. Residence hall accommodations are only available for rental during the summer months.
If you wish to plan an event on campus that will be longer than a day and/or you wish to include on-campus housing accommodations to your event, please fill out the form below to begin your inquiry process. Once the form has been submitted, someone from Conference Services will contact you about your event.
Summer Interns
If you are a student interning in the local Kansas City area over the summer or a current student, Rockhurst has housing accommodations available for you. Long-term stays on Rockhurst’s campus will take place in the Townhouse Village. These houses are located on the East Side of Campus, bordering The Paseo. Each house has a kitchen with a cooktop, a convection oven/microwave, and a full refrigerator. Living room, dining room, and bedroom furniture are provided. There is Wi-Fi, shared laundry (free), and all utilities and trash are included. Each unit can house between 4 and 6 individuals, with 2-3 sharing a bedroom and bathroom. These houses are only available for rental from May 15th - August 3rd, 2024. Full summer cost: Private Bedroom $3760, Double Bedroom $2575.
The Townhouse Village is located on campus and includes several safety measures. Rockhurst’s Security officers patrol the area and are available for on-call response 24-7, every day of the year. A dispatcher monitors several cameras in the area continuously.
If you wish to book your space for an extended period of time at Rockhurst, please fill out the form. Please note that a $100 deposit/prepayment is required at the end of the form to reserve your spot on campus.