Mission and Ministry

Beam Topping Ceremony Marks Milestone in New Chapel and Center Project

LinnT — Mon, 09 Sep 2024 15:50:47 +0000

There’s still a lot to do before construction of the Alvin Brooks Center for Faith-Justice and Mabee Chapel on the �侫��Ƶ campus is complete.

New Bicycle Repair Station on Campus Speaks to Alumnus’ Memory

LinnT — Thu, 25 Jul 2024 17:25:10 +0000

When Phil Hageman, ’13, came to �侫��Ƶ, he brought with him a love for staying active.

�侫��Ƶ Awarded $900,000 Challenge Grant to Begin Construction of Campus Chapel

LinnT — Fri, 31 May 2024 15:10:03 +0000

The J.E. and L.E. Mabee Foundation has given �侫��Ƶ a $900,000 challenge grant to fund the construction of a new campus chapel.

Mass of the Holy Spirit Marks Opening of Jesuit Academic Year

LinnT — Tue, 12 Sep 2023 21:34:45 +0000

Since 1548, Jesuit colleges and universities have marked the beginning of their academic year with a unique tradition.

Forty Students — And One University President — Inducted Into Alpha Sigma Nu Jesuit Honor Society

LinnT — Thu, 04 May 2023 13:24:21 +0000

Each spring, students who distinguish themselves in what are considered the three main pillars of a Jesuit education — scholarship, leadership and service — are invited to become part of Alpha Sigma Nu, the Jesuit hon

RU Hosts Symposium Focused on Local Sustainability Efforts

LinnT — Mon, 24 Apr 2023 20:59:22 +0000

While environmental sustainability is a global problem, many of its solutions are being developed locally.

Education Faculty's Book Highlights Advantages of Globally Engaged Teachers

LinnT — Mon, 03 Apr 2023 16:27:46 +0000

When Nilufer Guler, Ph.D., associate professor of education, started asking for proposals for her latest project, she wasn’t sure what to expect in terms of responses.

University Breaks Ground on Alvin Brooks Center for Faith-Justice

LinnT — Fri, 02 Dec 2022 22:14:26 +0000

“Why me, oh Lord?”

University Dedicates Sacred Heart of Jesus Statue

LinnT — Tue, 11 Oct 2022 01:43:17 +0000

Since the 1950s, the small, paved area on the northeast corner of the quad has served a lot of functions.

"We Are Called" Announced As Presidential Inauguration Theme

LinnT — Tue, 06 Sep 2022 21:05:12 +0000

The inauguration of �侫��Ƶ’s 15^th president, Sandra Cassady, Ph.D., is scheduled for Friday, Nov. 11, 2022.

Nguyen Sisters Help Make Rockhurst a Home for All

schnarrc — Fri, 02 Sep 2022 19:31:37 +0000

Nhukha (’21) and Nhukim (December '22) Nguyen are many things, but first and foremost they are sisters and best friends.

Students Have Ally, Cheerleader in LaTisha Davis

schnarrc — Tue, 26 Jul 2022 19:01:54 +0000

LaTisha Davis may have a business card that says �侫��Ƶ Director of Multicultural Belonging and Engagement, but her role can be simplified to one thing for students: She’s here to be your person if you n

M.Ed. Student Impacting Next Generation of Role Models

schnarrc — Tue, 14 Dec 2021 20:09:20 +0000

Positive male role models have shaped the life of Rockhurst Master's of Education (M.Ed.) student Donnell Fletcher from a young age, and now the Raytown, Missouri, teacher is doing the same for future generations.

Dedication of Mary Statue Marks New Era for Campus Milestone

LinnT — Mon, 06 Dec 2021 23:40:49 +0000

It’s the fulfillment of a dream that began close to 70 years ago.

Rockhurst to Establish Alvin Brooks Center for Faith-Justice

schnarrc — Tue, 23 Nov 2021 17:35:44 +0000

�侫��Ƶ will honor Alvin Brooks, longtime Kansas City leader in social justice and civil rights, with the establishment of the Alvin Brooks Center for Faith-Justice on campus. The center will house many of the university’s faith-justice related efforts, including a chapel, mission and ministry programs, and diversity, equity and inclusion programs. Work has begun to raise funds for the center and to identify a location and construction and design partners.