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New Agreement Expands Transfer Pathway for Local Students

Rockford Promise, Rock Valley College (RVC), and Rockford University (RU) signed a new Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on Friday, July 24, 2026, that creates a seamless and affordable pathway for Rockford Promise Scholars to earn a bachelor's degree while remaining in the Rockford region.

The Journey from Student Worker to Campus Leader

When Mohammed Alzubaidi first arrived in Rockford, he was searching for a place to grow and belong. Rock Valley College offered that sense of community.

Driven by Hope, Lifted by Community

When Jordan Turner started the RAISE program at Rock Valley College, he never imagined the journey ahead would test his strength, spark new friendships, and reveal a resilience that would inspire everyone around him.

Turning Barriers into Achievement

“I had been told, repeatedly and without hesitation, that I would never go to college, never hold a job, and would not accomplish anything beyond graduating high school,” said Nori Cecil Barnes.

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