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The Making of “The Addams Thread”

Nov 15, 2023

By Sara Myers-Hogshead, Digital Media & Communications Specialist Learning about an institution’s history often requires research. To make Rockford University’s history more engaging without reading a book or two, RU’s Performing Arts professor Deborah Mogford...

Get Ready to Groove Through Time: Rockford University’s Homecoming 2023!

Oct 11, 2023

By Sara Myers-Hogshead, Digital Media & Communications Specialist Rockford University kicked off its 2023 Homecoming week earlier this week. Expect jampacked events for students, staff, faculty, and alumni from now until Saturday! Rockford University is...

Back to School: Tips for Rockford University New First Year Students

Aug 22, 2023

By Sara Myers-Hogshead, Digital Media & Communications Specialist First day of classes at Rockford University start Wednesday, Aug. 23. To help make sure new first-year students are prepared, we gathered some quick tips and advice to ensure you...