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
| Event Name | Day & Time | Location |
| Rockford Regents Football 25th Anniversary Celebration | November 8, 2025, 12:00 p.m. | Sam Greeley Field |
| Holiday Magic: A Night at the Movies | December 5, 2025, 7:30 p.m. | Maddox Theatre |
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
Browse our Online Yearbooks
When’s the last time you went through your yearbook? Take a look today!
Programming and Events for Alumni and Friends
From virtual programming to events on-campus or near you, we offer a range of activities to help you stay connected to your friends and Rockford University. We hope you will join us for these opportunities to engage with one another, hear updates from campus, learn about a new topic, and so much more!
Alumni Learning Consortium Monthly Webinars
Just because you graduated doesn’t mean you stopped learning. Alumni & friends have exclusive access to a range of free online learning tools. Each month you will see new, engaging webinars and online events that cover a range of career, life stage and lifelong learning topics. There will also be opportunities to participate in webinars hosted by RU faculty, staff, and alumni. Learn more and sign-up for upcoming opportunities!
Suggest an Event or Program
Are there individuals from your area, class, student groups, or a department you were heavily involved in that you would like to catch up with? We would love to work with you on a virtual or in-person event.
Suggest an event you would like to see by emailing us at alumni@rockford.edu, and please continue to check back as events are added!
Latest News From RU
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