Roosevelt Professor Pilots Innovative New Course in “Digital Storytelling”

Students learn about the emerging mediums of video essays and podcasting in Dr. Michael Blancato's new pilot course.

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Meagan Jarmuz speaking at a podium behind students at the 2024 First-Gen Day celebration.
Roosevelt Spotlights First-Generation Student Success
11/20/2024

Roosevelt celebrated the many achievements and confronted the challenges faced by first-generation college students at the recent First Gen Celebration.

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Professor Dr. Steven Meyers Receives the Frank Untermyer Award
11/07/2024

The chair of Roosevelt's psychology department discussed his experiences as a psychologist and educator.

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Roosevelt Hosts Leading International Economist Leena El-Ali for Discussion on Immigration
10/25/2024

Interviewed by Professor of Philosophy Stuart Warner, El-Ali before engaged in a lively discussion that touched on the history and key issues of the immigration process.

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College of Humanities, Education and Social Sciences Alumna Nicole Joseph Publishes Article on Fun Ideas for Friendsgiving for the Chicago Defender
11/20/2024

"Ah, the holidays—when the air is filled with gratitude, warmth, festive treats and cozy traditions... But for others, the holiday season is a time of mixed emotions... If this is your situation, listed below are fun, heartfelt Friendsgiving ideas to create new memories, celebrate friendship and make this holiday every bit as meaningful as a traditional gathering with family."

Joseph received her MS in Integrated Marketing Communications from Roosevelt.

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College of Humanities, Education and Social Sciences Doctoral Student Lauryn Bergert Quoted in Article on Black Women's Mental Health for Teen Vogue
11/20/2024

"As Black women, we have been screaming for centuries for people to see us [as] human beings,” says Lauryn Bergert, a 24-year-old clinical psychology doctoral student and undergraduate psychology professor at Roosevelt University. “We have been on the front lines for every single movement, but it feels like people continue to fail to show up for us."

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Arthur Rubloff Endowed Professor of Public Policy Ralph Martire to Give Keynote Address on Illinois Higher Education at the League of Women Voters of Illinois Event
11/20/2024

"What’s going on with higher education in Illinois? Join the League of Women Voters of Illinois on Thursday, Dec. 5, at 6:30 p.m. to hear from Ralph Martire, professor of public policy at Roosevelt University and executive director of the Center for Tax and Budget Accountability. Martire will discuss the state of colleges in Illinois, from school funding to equal access."

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