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Entrepreneur, investor, and sports business leader Mark Cuban headlined Robert Morris University’s (RMU) 2026 Sport Management Summit on Friday, October 16. He shared his career insights with students, alumni, and industry professionals during a virtual session at the UPMC Events Center. The annual gathering marked the 50th anniversary of RMU’s Sport Management program. 

Robert Morris University announced today that it will add NCAA Division I men’s wrestling as its newest varsity athletics program, creating new opportunities for student-athletes throughout Western Pennsylvania and across the country, while building on the region’s deep wrestling tradition.

Robert Morris University has announced the addition of NCAA Division I women's flag football, expanding the University's varsity athletics offerings and creating new opportunities for female student-athletes to compete at the Division I level.

Robert Morris University (RMU) students were recognized for excellence in live sports production at the 2026 Mid-Atlantic Emmy Awards, earning the Collegiate Pillar in the category of College – Live Sporting Event/Game for their entirely student-run production of an RMU women’s hockey game against Lindenwood.

Robert Morris University continues its yearly tradition of honoring the lives lost on September 11, 2001.

Robert Morris University (RMU) is welcoming its largest incoming class in seven years, marking an impressive 22% surge in enrollment over the last two years.

Robert Morris University has officially named Dr. Ron Moses as Vice President and Director of Athletics following a national search. Dr. Moses brings a broad background in student-athlete development, fiscal innovation, competitive strategy, and national athletic governance to RMU.

Robert Morris University has announced the addition of NCAA Division I Men's Outdoor Track & Field and Women's Golf, expanding its varsity athletics offerings and reinforcing the University's continued commitment to providing exceptional opportunities for student-athletes to excel both academically and athletically.

Robert Morris University’s (RMU) Rockwell School of Business has opened applications for its newly enhanced, industry-aligned Master of Business Administration (MBA) program, with new courses beginning in Fall 2026.

Robert Morris University (RMU) PhD graduate Joveline Pettus has been selected for the prestigious Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program for the 2026-2027 academic year, where she will travel to Uganda to design and teach graduate-level coursework in digital ethics, leadership and strategic communication at Makerere University, Uganda’s premier institution of higher learning.

The Rising Star Award is presented by the President of Robert Morris University to outstanding junior undergraduate students who embody academic success, individuality, and a drive to excel in their chosen fields. This year, the University honors two students who represent the best of RMU’s spirit: Payton Hostetler and Kamille Horton.

Robert Morris University (RMU) senior Lindsey Marie Martineau of New Wilmington, PA, has been selected as a recipient of a Fulbright U.S. Student Program Study/Research Grant, one of the nation’s most competitive international academic awards.

Robert Morris University will celebrate more than 200 graduates at its Fall 2025 Commencement Ceremony on Friday, December 12, at 4:30 p.m. in the UPMC Events Center.

Robert Morris University (RMU) brought together more than 300 students, alumni and sports industry professionals today at the UPMC Events Center for its 2025 Sport Management Student Career Summit, hosted by the Rockwell School of Business.

Some of Pittsburgh’s most recognizable sports figures, including Daniel Rooney, Ryan Shazier and leaders from VisitPittsburgh, the NFL and P3R (Pittsburgh Marathon), will join Robert Morris University (RMU) for its 2025 Sport Management Student Career Summit at the UPMC Events Center. 

RMU is thrilled to announce that alumnus Russ Olsen ('82) has been named the inaugural Athletics Executive in Residence for the Department of Athletics.

Robert Morris University (RMU) has long prioritized collaboration with Pittsburgh’s business community—providing students with hands-on, real-world experience while fueling the success of local industries.

Robert Morris University (RMU) proudly announces that its most recent cohorts of nursing graduates have achieved a remarkable 100% pass rate on the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN). This achievement underscores RMU’s success in preparing its students for in-demand careers and showcases the strength of its innovative educational approach.

Jean Bley D’20, part owner of IK Start, a Norwegian football club from the city of Kristiansand, recently spoke to a Sport Management class at Robert Morris.

The Society of Actuaries has extended Robert Morris University’s top designation as a Center of Actuarial Excellence for three more years through June 2027. RMU is one of only 41 schools worldwide with this designation.

Robert Morris University (RMU) is proud to announce the appointment of Michele Hufnagel as the new Chief Advancement Officer.

Robert Morris University is thrilled to announce a transformative seven-figure gift from alumnus Russ Olsen ('82), establishing the Olsen Basketball Excellence Fund.

Robert Morris University (RMU) has earned the 2024-2025 Military Friendly® School designation earning Gold status for its 4th consecutive year and continuing its rise in the top 10 ranking fourth among National Doctoral Granting Universities.

Robert Morris University (RMU) is proud to announce that Michael Lyons, President of PNC Financial Services Group, will serve as the commencement speaker at the Spring 2024 Undergraduate Commencement Ceremony.

Robert Morris University (RMU) is proud to announce that David J. Malone, Chairman & CEO of Gateway Financial will serve as the commencement speaker at the Spring 2024 Graduate Commencement Ceremony.

RMU is one of only 10 universities in the U.S. (2 in PA), and 12 worldwide to be both a Center of Actuarial Excellence and in one of the top two tiers of CAS University Recognition.

The Rockwell School of Business at Robert Morris University (RMU) proudly announced the extension of its global accreditation in both business and accounting by AACSB International, the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business.

The newest dining option will provide students with entrepreneurial opportunities directly on campus.

Robert Morris University (RMU) announced the unveiling of two new significant spaces on its campus, generously supported with a multi-million dollar gift by alumnus Russ Olsen (‘82), extending his legacy of commitment to RMU.

Robert Morris University (RMU) announced today that it has appointed Dr. Eliada Griffin-El to be its inaugural S. Kent Rockwell Professor of Entrepreneurship.