Homecoming Weekend is Sept. 25 – 27!

Homecoming registration is open now!
Homecoming is the perfect time to reunite and relive your college days. Join us this September for all kinds of festivities. We cannot wait to see you and celebrate Under the Stars. The weekend is sure to be full of memories, laughter, and pride in the place we’ll always call home: Rockford University!
Homecoming Schedule
*Please note the schedule is subject to change. Please continue to check back for updates and further information!
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 25
9:30 a.m. – 3:15 p.m.| CLASSES OPEN.
Full schedule at check-in.
Join current RU students for class with a variety of options available.
2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.| “BEHIND-THE-SCENES” TOUR OF MADDOX THEATRE.
Clark Arts Center
Meet in the Maddox Theatre lobby.
4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.| SPANISH COFFEE HOUR.
Hispanic and Cultural Lounge, Scarborough Hall 205
With Dr. Yoandy Cabrera Ortega, Chair of the Department of Languages, Philosophy, Religion, and Cultures & Assistant Professor of Spanish and Classics.
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 26
8:30 a.m. | CHECK-IN & HOSPITALITY CENTER OPEN.
Lobby of Burpee Center
Get your check-in packet, gift bag, and complimentary snacks and beverages.
Signage with alternative registration locations outside of this time slot will be available on-site.
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. | CLASSES OPEN.
Full schedule at check-in.
Join current RU students for class with a variety of options available.
12:00 p.m. | GOLDEN GRADS LUNCHEON.
Regents Hall
Join us to celebrate current and past Golden Grads with President Dr. Patricia Lynott. Current and previous Golden Grads (those of classes 1975 and older) join us for free. All other alumni and guests are $20. Registration required.
2:00 p.m. | OFFICE OF GLOBAL AFFAIRS OPEN HOUSE.
Office of Global Affairs, Second Floor of Burpee
RU alumni will have a chance to see the world through the eyes of RU international students.
3:30 p.m. | STATE OF THE UNIVERSITY WITH PRESIDENT LYNOTT AND ALUMNI ASSOCIATION BOARD MEETING.
Maddox Theatre
University President Dr. Lynott gives a State of the University address, along with the brief Annual Meeting of the Alumni Association.
5:00 p.m. | COCKTAIL HOUR.
Regents Hall
Mingle with alumni and guests at this cocktail hour with cash/card bar. Registration required.
6:00 p.m. | ALL-ALUMNI AWARDS DINNER.
Regents Hall
Join Alumni and Friends at our annual Awards dinner. Celebrate the accomplishments of RU Alumni while visiting with friends old and new. Registration required. $40.
8:00 p.m. | CLASS OF 1975 “TAPE DANCE.”
Regents Hall
*Start time is flexible. Following the Alumni Award Dinner, join the class of 1975 for a “Tape Dance” in Burpee featuring dance hits from the 70s! Event is free to attend with a cash/card bar.
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 27
10:00 a.m. | MEMORIAL SERVICE.
Fisher Chapel
Come and remember those alumni who are no longer with us. A complimentary coffee and tea service will be available beginning at 9:30 a.m.
11:00 a.m. | HOMECOMING TAILGATE.
Parking Lot A
Join the party! Multiple departments and clubs from across campus will hosts tents full of food, fun, and games at this massive tailgate party to celebrate the Homecoming Football Game. (See Our Tailgating Policy)
1:00 p.m. | HOMECOMING FOOTBALL GAME.
Sam Greeley Field
Cheer on the Regents as they play against Lakeland University. $5 entry fee.
Saturday Evenings | CLASS REUNIONS!
Is your class celebrating a special year? Or just loves to hang out together? The Office of Advancement & Alumni would love to help you connect with your classmates to get together for dinner or drinks in Rockford to reconnect and remember. Email alumni@rockford.edu if you’d like to help organize something for your class.
OPEN ALL WEEKEND:
Disc Golf Course | Enjoy the 19-hole disc golf course throughout the weekend! Course map available at Check-In.
Campus Spirit Shop | Stock up on all your Rockford University (and some Rockford College!) gear at Reggie’s Corner, located on the first floor of the Burpee Student Center.
Self-Guided Walking Tour | Tour books for a self-guided walking tour of campus are available at Check-In.
Bus Service to and from O’Hare
Van Galder/Coach USA offers round-trip service from O’Hare International Airport in Chicago to Rockford. The bus makes one stop in the Rockford area. The bus will drop off and pick up passengers at the Van Galder Shuttle Center. You can purchase tickets HERE. Tickets can also be purchased at the Center from 5:30 am to 8:30 pm or from the bus driver. To learn more about the bus schedule and for the lowest price available, please visit their website.
Uber/Lyft
There are a number of Uber/Lyft options available in the Rockford Area. For more information, please download the apps or visit the Uber or Lyft websites.
If you need any assistance, please feel free to contact the Alumni office at 815-226-3370
CLICK HERE TO MAKE YOUR CLASS GIFT
*Simply select Reunion Class Gift under “Designation”. You will then be prompted to add your class year. Thank you for supporting your Reunion Class Gift!
Giving in honor of your upcoming homecoming is a meaningful way to support your alma mater. Your experience at Rockford University was shaped by alumni before you and you now have the opportunity to do the same for current and future students.
Gifts of any size matter and can be made as a one-time gift or multi-year pledge. We appreciate your commitment to Rockford University and our students! Thank you.
How can I get involved with my class reunion?
Please e-mail us at alumni@rockford.edu if you are interested in volunteering to help with your class reunion. We look forward to working with class volunteers to make Reunion an even more special weekend!
Who can I contact with additional questions?
Please email alumni@rockford.edu or visit the Contact Us tab for more information.
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Want to make Reunion 2025 extra special for your class? Volunteer to be a Class Ambassador!
Our milestone class years will be the years ending in 5 and 0. Help us make your class’s Reunion next fall even more meaningful. Volunteer as a class ambassador today!
Need some new merch? Check out Reggie’s Corner and RU Athletics Gear online!

Join us at the All-Alumni Awards Dinner to celebrate!
Talcott Cross – Elizabeth “Beth” Donovan ’20H
Karl C. Williams – Michael Schablaske ’87
Outstanding Young Alumni – Ciara Stahly ’17
Award of Distinction – Joshua Patterson ’17
Award of Distinction – Kelli Ritschel Boehle ’97

Browse our Online Yearbooks
When’s the last time you went through your yearbook? Take a look today!
Office of Advancement & Alumni
Nelson Hall, 2nd Floor
5050 E. State Street
Rockford, IL 61108
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