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Relationship-Building at Rockford University leads to Career Success at Chamber of Commerce

Apr 12, 2021

When Rockford University alumna Carmen (Brenz) Kellerman ’18 was evaluating colleges, she knew she wanted her college experience to be similar to that of high school. One of the main reasons she choose RU was the small class sizes. “Smaller classes meant more classes...

Recent Rockford University Graduate Offers a new Perspective

Mar 16, 2021

Susan Schmitz raised two sons and saw them graduate from college. Then it was her turn. At age 69, Susan Schmitz graduated from Rockford University in 2020 with a bachelor’s degree in management studies. Unlike many adults who return to complete a degree, Susan didn’t...

A Match Made at Rockford University

Feb 15, 2021

For Eric Hougan ’01 and Lesley Irizarry-Hougan ’00, Rockford University was the perfect launching pad for more than just their careers: it prepared them for a life together. The alumni were acquaintances even before they arrived at Rockford University. But it was at...