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Rockhurst University Embarks on New Journey Marked with Refreshed Branding and Messaging Rockhurst University Embarks on New Journey Marked with Refreshed Branding and Messaging
Rockhurst University Embarks on New Journey Marked with Refreshed Branding and Messaging
Feb 4, 2025
tags: Homepage, Academics, , Campus Life

Recommitting itself to its students, staff, faculty and alumni, and redefining its place in higher education, Rockhurst University has unveiled updated branding and messaging including its new tagline, “Lead with Courage. Live with Purpose.”

University to Host Celebration of Martin Luther King Jr. Jan. 24University to Host Celebration of Martin Luther King Jr. Jan. 24
University to Host Celebration of Martin Luther King Jr. Jan. 24
Jan 22, 2025
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Students, faculty, staff and community members alike are invited to take part in a recognition Friday, Jan. 24, of the life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr.

Longtime Campus Minister Named Director of Service And ActionLongtime Campus Minister Named Director of Service And Action
Longtime Campus Minister Named Director of Service And Action
Jan 16, 2025
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For almost a quarter century, Bill Kriege has been a part of the spiritual journey for countless Rockhurst University students.

Rockhurst University Announces Fall 2024 Dean’s ListRockhurst University Announces Fall 2024 Dean’s List
Rockhurst University Announces Fall 2024 Dean’s List
Jan 3, 2025
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Rockhurst University has announced the dean’s list for the fall 2024 semester. This honor recognizes students who have achieved a grade-point average of 3.5 or above.

Graduate, BSN Students Celebrated in Hooding and Pinning CeremoniesGraduate, BSN Students Celebrated in Hooding and Pinning Ceremonies
Graduate, BSN Students Celebrated in Hooding and Pinning Ceremonies
Dec 17, 2024
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The world is about to get more Jesuit-educated health care, education and business professionals. That’s after a series of hooding and pinning ceremonies Saturday that marked the completion of studies for more than 200 students in several Rockhurst University’s graduate degree programs and its Bachelor of Science in nursing program.

OT Student Shares Love of the Game for CapstoneOT Student Shares Love of the Game for Capstone
Student Feature
OT Student Shares Love of the Game for Capstone
Dec 11, 2024
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For many years, lacrosse was life for Dominic Diaz, who is about to graduate with his Occupational Therapy Doctorate. He knows the history of the sport, its regional variations, and the strategy behind the game itself. He played at the collegiate level and coached at all levels up to high school.

Rockhurst University Earns NCAA Presidents’ Award for 14th Straight YearRockhurst University Earns NCAA Presidents’ Award for 14th Straight Year
Rockhurst University Earns NCAA Presidents’ Award for 14th Straight Year
Dec 2, 2024
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Rockhurst University has received the NCAA Presidents' Award for Academic Excellence for achieving four-year Academic Success Rates of 90% or higher for the 14th consecutive year.

Because of His Own Journey, Thanksgiving Means More to AlumnusBecause of His Own Journey, Thanksgiving Means More to Alumnus
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Because of His Own Journey, Thanksgiving Means More to Alumnus
Nov 25, 2024
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Jacob Scallorn, ’15, has a lot to be thankful for — and he’ll be the first to admit it. About 15 years ago, he was a deep in the cycle of addiction. He had lost seven jobs in eight months and wrecked his car twice. “God put me on the bench,” is how he puts it. But then something amazing happened — Scallorn said he entered rehab and it changed not just his physical health, but his mental wellbeing. He began to say “yes” to doing hard things and to devoting time and effort to accomplishing goals.

Alumna Recalls Hosting “Holiday Touchdown” Crew at Family Antique StoreAlumna Recalls Hosting “Holiday Touchdown” Crew at Family Antique Store
Alumna Recalls Hosting “Holiday Touchdown” Crew at Family Antique Store
Nov 25, 2024
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“Holiday Touchdown: a Chiefs Love Story” is an all-new Hallmark Channel feature film that, as the title implies, is set in and around Kansas City and revolves around the Kansas City Chiefs. It’s set to premiere Nov. 30, complete with a red-carpet premiere, and features familiar locations in the city. Among them is an antique store on the Independence, Missouri, Square called The Keeping Room that has a connection to Rockhurst.

Leaders At Rockhurst, Kansas City University Sign Agreement Opening New Accelerated Path to Medical DegreesLeaders At Rockhurst, Kansas City University Sign Agreement Opening New Accelerated Path to Medical Degrees
Leaders At Rockhurst, Kansas City University Sign Agreement Opening New Accelerated Path to Medical Degrees
Nov 8, 2024
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On Friday, leaders from Rockhurst University and Kansas City University signed a pivotal new agreement establishing and accelerated pathway for high school students and others to earn KCU’s medical and health care degrees.

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