ALUMNI
Greetings, Regents!
Welcome to the Rockford University Alumni website. We hope you take full advantage of the resources available to help you connect with classmates and the University. Whether you are attending a regional event, returning to campus for Reunion @ Homecoming or sharing your latest news with us, the Alumni Office is committed to supporting our 16,000+ community of proud Rockford graduates.
Stay Connected
- Update your contact information
- Attend or help plan an Alumni Event
- Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn
- Contact us to get in touch with classmates
Make an Impact
- Learn more about our Alumni Association Board and apply to become a member
- Submit our Volunteer Interest Form to help organize an alumni event, help with your reunion, share your experience with current students, and more
- Honor your experience and support future Regents by making your gift of any size today
Additional Resources
Upcoming Alumni Events
Office of Advancement & Alumni
Nelson Hall, 2nd Floor
5050 E. State Street
Rockford, IL 61108
Toll Free: 877-273-4368
Direct: 815-226-3370Hours:
Mon-Fri - 8:30 am to 5:00 pm
| Event Name | Day & Time | Location |
| Day of Giving | Thursday, April 25 | Rockford University |
| May Day Tea | Wednesday, May 1 at 11:00 a.m. | University Club in Rockford, IL |
| Golf Play Day | Thursday, June 6 Lunch at 12:00 p.m. Tee-Off at 1:00 p.m. |
Aldeen Golf Course in Rockford, IL |
| Homecoming / Reunion | Friday, September 27 through Saturday, September 28 | Rockford University |
Rock Solid Stories
A New Chapter for RU Alum & Artist Sarah Reed-McNamara
By Sara Myers, Digital Media & Communications Specialist Rockford University Alum and Rockford Artist Sarah Reed-McNamara has been the owner of art/print shop GEM (Gather, Engage, Make), located in downtown Rockford, since its inception in 2019. Some...
RU’s Julia Schade Inducted into RPS 205 Hall of Fame, Continues to Thrive on Broadway in “Six”
By Sara Myers, Digital Media & Communications Specialist Rockford University alum and local Julia Schade spends the majority of her time in the Big Apple aka New York City these days, rather than in her hometown of Rockford. Schade, currently the musical...
Women’s History Month Spotlight: Interim VP of Advancement Linda Ploenzke Sandquist
Linda Ploenzke Sandquist is the recently appointed Interim VP of Advancement and a 1985 RU graduate. Sandquist shared her thoughts on her new position at RU and on Women’s History Month in general. How has your career brought you to your present-day...
