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Danielle Brown from the USCCB talks to the Rockhurst student body about the topic of justice on Men for Others Day on Sept. 9, 2024 as principal Father Vincent Giacabazi looks on. The topic was one of three Brown addressed on this day intended to help the students understand what it looks like to be a 'man for others'.

Day Intended to Bring Clarity Ends Up Leaving Some Feeling Murky

Charlie Porto, Editor September 30, 2024

The phrase is included in the first line of Rockhurst's mission statement, and students are told it more times than they can count. But what does it look like for graduates to truly be "men for others"?...

Rockhurst Director of Campus Security David Loar in his office. This is Loar's first year at the Rock after a 27-year career with the Kansas City Police Dept.

Loar Brings Almost 3 Decades of Law Enforcement Experience to Rockhurst

Ted Truebner, Staff Reporter November 9, 2023

From patrolling the streets of Kansas City to walking the hallways of Rockhurst. David Loar, the school's new Director of Campus Security, brings almost three decades of law enforcement experience to the...

Principal Father Vincent Giacabazi addresses those gathered for the dedication of the Jack Nestor '34 Outdoor Classroom & Lab on Sept. 25, 2023.

Photos: Jack Nestor ‘34 Outdoor Classroom Dedicated

September 28, 2023

On Monday, Sept. 25, 2023 Rockhurst students, faculty, staff and benefactors all gathered before school for the dedication of the Jack Nestor ‘34 Outdoor Classroom. Work to revamp the space was completed...

Father Giacabazi prays during the Grandparents Mass and Brunch on March 5. 2023.

Grandparent Mass Celebrates Faith and Family

Andrew Dunn, Staff Reporter March 10, 2023

Rockhurst High School held its annual Grandparent Mass on Sunday, March 5, a ceremony that brought together students and their beloved seniors in a celebration of faith and family. The event, held in...

Hawklets Enjoy Their ‘Red Snow Day’

Mitch Forbes, Staff Reporter March 1, 2023

Ever since schools gained the ability to hold classes online, the concept of an old fashioned snow day has seemingly become extinct. However, Rockhurst had one Wednesday, Feb. 15 despite not one flake...

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