Rockhurst College is a learning community, centered on a strong undergraduate liberal education in the arts and sciences, and excellence in graduate professional education in business, management and the health professions. Rockhurst is Catholic and Jesuit, involved in the life and growth of the city and region, and committed to the service of the contemporary world.

The Center for Teaching Excellence (CTE) is dedicated to the enhancement of teaching and learning at Rockhurst University. The CTE provides a base of support for faculty and academnic departments. The CTE also serves as a focus for academic assessment.