Campus News

Expect an experimental approach and more engagement as Rockford University hosts its eighth annual “Read Aloud of Black American Voices” this month.

Rockford University’s Spring 2017 Forum Series kicks off its first of nine events next week, with this semester’s highlights including a celebration of the 170th anniversary of the signing of Rockford University’s charter, a visit from artist and activist Che “Rhymefest” Smith, insights from a world-renowned art detective and a presentation by the director of NASA’s Astrobiology Institute.

For the second year in a row, Professor of Performing Arts Jeff Hendry has received the award for Best Costume Design from Broadwayworld.com for his work on Mamma Mia!

President Eric W. Fulcomer, Ph.D., has named Matthew D. Phillips as Vice President for Enrollment Management, effective immediately.

Rockford University’s campus and offices will close for winter break on Dec. 23 and reopen Jan. 3.

A walk-in one stop admit day for transfer students will be held on Thursday, Jan. 5 at RU.

Classes for the spring 2017 semester begin on Tuesday, January 17, at Rockford University and there is still time to enroll. Students in all levels of education are served including first-year students, transfer students, international students, veterans, and adult students.

Share in the sounds of the season with Rockford University’s Regent Singers, Women’s Ensemble, Gospel Choir, and Vocal Collective.

Stephanie is a sophomore musical theater major with a minor in dance from Redlands, California. She was nominated my Cassie Hartje from the Admissions Department.

Robert (Keith) Latham from Sandwich, Illinois is our ROCK SOLID REGENT for the week. Keith is a senior human development major and was nominated by Lindsay Marosi-Kramer, Residence Hall Director.