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 |
| Gala 2025: Pathways to Possibility | Saturday, February 8 at 6:00 p.m. | Clark Arts Rockford University |
| Golf Playday 2025 | Thursday, June 12 | Aldeen Golf Club |
Upcoming Event Spotlight: Gala 2025
You’re invited to a night of inspiration!
Join us for an evening of cocktails and food stations at the Pathways to Possibility Gala, where celebration meets purpose to create a lasting impact for Rockford University students. This unique event is an opportunity to invest in the bright futures of our students while enjoying an elegant night filled with engaging stories, fine dining, and entertainment.
Students Stories
Hear directly from our students about how these trips have impacted them and provided them with amazing learning opportunities.
Fabulous Food Stations
Delight in light and heavy food stations prepared by talented chefs.
Silent Auction
Browse and bid on baskets and prizes donated by local and regional supporters!
Dancing and Entertainment
Enjoy some music and dancing on the stage in Maddox Theatre and a photo booth to commemorate the evening.
50/50 Raffle
Enter this time-honored raffle for a chance to win! The more who play, the bigger the prize – and greater support for RU. Get your tickets at the event. Winner need not be present to win. All proceeds benefit the Student Opportunity Fund.
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!
Rock Solid Stories
Alumna Emily Hartzog Rises to the Top
By Sara Myers-Hogshead, Digital Media & Communications Specialist Though she grew up in San Diego, California, RU Alumni Emily Hartzog’s mother convinced her to look at a small, private school in Illinois when Hartzog was looking at colleges. Her...
Alumnus Quentin Hernandez ’18/’24 Finds His Footing in the U.S.
By Sara Myers-Hogshead, Digital Media & Communications Specialist Rockford University MBA (Master of Business Administration) Alumnus Quentin Hernandez came to the U.S. to get his bachelor’s degree first in 2018. Hernandez was recruited to attend RU by a...
New Opportunities Offer a Brighter Future
by Sara Myers-Hogshead, Digital Media & Communications Specialist Rockford-born and raised graphic design graduate Geniss Scharnweber ‘24 was described by some as a “nontraditional student.” Scharnweber did not decide to attend college until she was in her...
