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RU Campus Closed – March 16, 2026

Mar 15, 2026

Dear Members of the Rockford University Community, Due to the anticipated severe cold weather on Monday, March 16, 2026, Rockford University will be closed. All classes, including evening classes, will transition to virtual learning. Academic Instruction Faculty are...

A Message From President Lynott

Mar 9, 2026

While I never had the privilege of working directly with Sunil at Rockford University, he was always a presence on campus. Sunil believed deeply in the power of education to transform lives, and his vision and commitment played an important role in helping guide...

RU Campus Closed – Friday, January 23, 2026

Jan 21, 2026

Dear Members of the Rockford University Community, Due to the anticipated severe cold weather on Friday, January 23, 2026, Rockford University will be closed. All classes, including evening classes, will transition to virtual learning. Academic Instruction Faculty are...