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 |
| Much Ado About Nothing | Thursday, November 21 – Saturday, November 23 at 7:30 p.m. Sunday, November 24 at 2:00 p.m. |
Maddox Theatre, Clark Arts |
| Serenade to Music: Shakespeare in Song | Friday, December 6 at 7:30 p.m. | Maddox Theatre, Clark Arts |
| IRA Rollover Gift Info Session | Wednesday, December 11 at 10:00 a.m. | Zoom |
Upcoming Event Spotlight: IRA Rollover Gift Info Session
Join Rockford University alum and tax accountant Betsey Bergstrom for this informative session!
Making a gift to a charity directly from your IRA comes with a number of advantages, including:
- Your gift is excluded from taxable income, which is a nice tax benefit!
- It may prevent you from being pushed into a higher tax bracket and help you avoid the limit on charitable deductions.
- It is easy to make — just notify your IRA custodian.
- It allows you to make a significant gift to support Rockford University.
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
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