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Roosevelt Literary Magazine Celebrates 50th Anniversary

The acclaimed literary magazine celebrates its 50th edition with a collection of student submissions.

Alumni Spotlight: Milton Childs Jr.

The PharmD student reflects on his Roosevelt experiences in and out of the classroom.

Student Organization SPEED Encourages Connections Across Campus

One of campus’ most active organizations, SPEED is focused on providing students with opportunities to connect with others and expand on their education.

Roosevelt Receives $5 Million Grant to Expand STEM Doctoral Programs and Research Facilities

With these funds, the University will continue to expand educational and research opportunities to its diverse class of graduate students.

Wabash and Auditorium Buildings from south

Chicago Treasurer Melissa Conyears-Ervin Honored by Women's Leadership Council

The council's signature event provided networking opportunities for professional women in a variety of fields.

Melissa Conyears-Ervin Interviewed at Women's Leadership Council holiday luncheon

Gage Gallery Hosts New Deal Photography Exhibition

The exhibit features images from the acclaimed photographer’s travels through rural communities affected by the Great Depression and Dust Bowl.

New Deal America: Photographs by Arthur Rothstein

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson Speaks at Mansfield Lecture

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson spoke about the intersection of activism and electoral politics at this year’s Mansfield Lecture.

Brandon Johnson delivers the 2023 Mansfield Lecture

Roosevelt Wins Grant to Address Student Housing Insecurity

Roosevelt was recently awarded a grant valued at over $182,000 from the Illinois Board of Higher Education to address housing insecurity.

Looking up at Wabash Building from Wabash Avenue beneath the El tracks

Roosevelt Supports Military Veterans

Roosevelt’s Office of Veteran Services provides a variety of services to Lakers with a military background and their families.

Celebration of Military Pastimes 2023 Veterans Services

Opera Students Celebrate Classic and Contemporary Pieces at OperaFest

The talents of CCPA’s voice program were showcased during the annual OperaFest event, which embodied the school’s commitment to showcasing performing arts to the wider community.

Roosevelt Celebrates First-Generation Students

Over 42% of Roosevelt students identify as first-generation, and Roosevelt honored their achievements during a ceremony and reception in the Wabash Building.

Roosevelt Welcomes Guest Speaker Brandon Johnson

Chicago mayor Brandon Johnson will be the featured speaker at Roosevelt University’s Mansfield Lecture to discuss forward-thinking approaches to policy and community activism.