Diversity, equity and inclusion, or DEI, are not just buzzwords at Rockhurst University—they are embedded in the Jesuit values that have defined the institution since its founding. University officials say they remain as committed as ever to those principles, even as its inclusion efforts undergo...

Local public transportation is set for a major upgrade as the long-awaited Main Street Expansion of the Kansas City Streetcar Expansion Project nears completion. The 3.5-mile extension will bring the existing 2.2-mile route south from the Riverfront area all the way to UMKC, improving connectivity for...

This February, Rockhurst University announced a partnership with Saint Louis University (SLU) to develop a joint Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) program. The collaboration aims to address the growing demand for CRNAs, who play a critical role in healthcare by administering anesthesia in...

The Greenlease Gallery at Rockhurst University recently premiered “Opulent Decay,” an exhibit capturing everyday objects through the lens of deterioration, conveying the fleeting nature of life. The art is on display from Feb. 6 to May 11, 2025, showcasing the atmospheric work of Elise Gagliardi. Upon...

For my first three years at Rockhurst, people constantly told me I should go on a Solidarity-Immersion Trip. They spoke of the friendships they formed, the places they saw and the lessons they carried with them long after returning. As a senior, I finally decided to go, joining a group traveling to Alabama...