Rockford University

Rockford University students belong to a community of communities, have access to accomplished and engaged faculty and staff, learn from academic experiences with practical applications, and benefit from a focus on global perspectives.

Rockford University graduates aren't like everyone else. In fact, our alumni are pretty amazing. They have led groundbreaking research in the field of cardiology, coached a Division 1 program to the NCAA Tournament, tested the first artificial heart valve in humans, traveled with the national tour of Cats and Wicked, and won the Nobel Peace Prize.

For more than 166 years, Rockford graduates have made their mark around the world. Far more than preparing students to do something, we empower our graduates to accomplish anything.

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Spring 2019 Distinguished Scholars at Rockford University

The following students attending Rockford University were named Distinguished Scholars for the spring 2019 semester, earning at least a 3.75 GPA with no grades below "C" and having completed all requirements for the semester.

Academic Award - 2019 Jun 6

Students Named Distinguished Scholars at Rockford University

The following students in the Degree Completion program at Rockford University were named Distinguished Scholars for the spring 2022 semester, earning at least a 3.75 with no grades below "C" and having completed all requirements for the semester.

Academic Award - 2022 Jun 3

Rockford University Spring 2022 Distinguished Scholars

The following full-time (12 or more credits) students attending Rockford University were named Distinguished Scholars for the spring 2022 semester, earning at least a 3.75 with no grades below "C" and having completed all requirements for the semester.

Academic Award - 2022 Jun 3

2018 Lincoln Laureate

Rockford University senior Tracy Wang (Jiangsu, China) has been named as a 2018 Lincoln Laureate by The Lincoln Academy of Illinois. Each year, the annual Lincoln Academy Student Laureate Ceremony recognizes excellence in curricular and extracurricular activities by seniors from each of the state's four-year, degree-granting colleges and universities, and one student from the community colleges in Illinois. This year's ceremony took place Saturday, November 17, in Springfield. President Eric Fulcomer, Ph.D. accompanied Wang for the ceremony.

Academic Award - 2018 Nov 20

Spring 2018 Distinguished Scholars at Rockford University

The following students attending Rockford University were named Distinguished Scholars for the spring 2018 semester, earning at least a 3.75 GPA with no grades below "C" and having completed all requirements for the semester.

Academic Award - 2018 Jun 21

Global Citizenship Award

The Global Citizenship Award was granted during the annual Honors Day Ceremony at Rockford University. The ceremony is a way for the university to recognize the extraordinary academic and co-curricular activities of students and faculty.

Academic Award - 2016 May 6

American Chemical Society Undergraduate Award in Analytical Chemistry

Awarded to an undergraduate who has excelled in the area of analytical chemistry. The American Chemical Society Division of Analytical Chemistry established the award in 1967. The awardee receives a subscription (16 issues) to the journal "Analytical Chemistry" and a certificate of recognition signed by the Chairman of the Division and the Editor of "Analytical Chemistry."

Academic Award - 2016 May 6

Local Students Receive Awards on Honors Day at Rockford University

The Honors Day Ceremony at Rockford University recognizes the extraordinary academic and co-curricular achievements of its students and faculty.

Academic Award - 2014 May 14

Local Students Receive Awards on Honors Day at Rockford College

The Honors Day Convocation at Rockford College recognizes the extraordinary academic and co-curricular achievements of its students and faculty.

Academic Award - 2013 May 17

Local Students Receive Awards on Honors Day at Rockford College

The Honors Day Convocation at Rockford College recognizes the extraordinary academic and co-curricular achievements of its students and faculty.

Academic Award - 2013 May 17

Local Students Named Distinguished Scholars at Rockford College

The following students attending Rockford College were named Distinguished Scholars for the fall 2012 semester, earning at least a 3.75 GPA with no grades below "C":

Academic Award - 2013 Feb 7

Local Students Receive Awards on Honors Day at Rockford College

The Honors Day Convocation at Rockford College recognizes the extraordinary academic and co-curricular achievements of its students and faculty.

Academic Award - 2012 May 18

Local Students Receive Awards on Honors Day at Rockford College

The Honors Day Convocation at Rockford College recognizes the extraordinary academic and co-curricular achievements of its students and faculty.

Academic Award - 2012 May 18

Local Students Named Distinguished Scholars at Rockford College

The following students attending Rockford College were named Distinguished Scholars for the spring 2011 semester, earning at least a 3.75 GPA with no grades below "C":

Academic Award - 2011 Aug 2