It is through excellence in teaching that we are able to support the growth of the very best of what each of our students has to offer. We believe that every one of our students is a unique reflection of God, and without the fullest development of that student's gifts and potential, the world will be diminished. Leadership is the second word on our inscription. Leadership involves much more than being in charge, although nearly 10 percent of Rockhurst alumni are CEOs of their organizations. We are all meant to be leaders.
Leaders take responsibility for themselves and for the community.
Preparation for leadership occurs everywhere at Rockhurst, but especially in the classroom. Our class sizes are small so that students will have the opportunity to develop their leadership skills. This occurs through group projects, oral presentations and classroom discussion. Our faculty members are committed to helping students take responsibility for their own learning and to helping them apply that learning in the complex world beyond the boundaries of the campus. We promote initiative at Rockhurst because we believe that students who take initiative will become leaders and will develop themselves and others.