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Roosevelt App
The Roosevelt mobile app can help you get comfortable in your new academic home. Download the app at roosevelt.edu/ios or roosevelt.edu/android. When you launch the app, you’ll see a “persona selector” screen pop up; tap “New to RU” to get useful information about how to find your classes, log on to WiFi and more.
The 2020 Presidential Award for Social Justice
The Office of the President is seeking nominations for its 2020 Presidential Award for Social Justice. This award will recognize students, faculty and staff of Roosevelt University for their ongoing commitment to and demonstration of social justice within the classroom, workplace and community. The award will celebrate the leadership and accomplishments of each recipient and her/his promotion of social justice through action — serving as an advocate for change.
Award recipients are asked to be present during the State of the University in Chicago on Wednesday, April 8 at 1:30 p.m. To submit your nomination, complete the online form.
Who can nominate individuals or groups?
All Roosevelt and Robert Morris students, faculty and staff may submit nominations for the award.
Who is eligible to be nominated?
Roosevelt and Robert Morris students, faculty, and staff may be nominated for the award. Nominations can be for individuals or teams of staff, faculty or students who have worked on a project/event/research together.
When are nominations accepted?
Nominations may be submitted between Tuesday, February 25 and Wednesday, March 11.
Roosevelt Student ID Card Reminder
If you are taking a Spring 2020 class on the Roosevelt University campuses on or after February 24, you are required to have a Roosevelt ID card in order to access the building. You can pick up your Roosevelt ID card Thursday, February 20 through Friday, February 28.
Roosevelt registrar’s office hours are Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m.–6 p.m., and Fridays, 9 a.m.–5 p.m., and located at:
- Chicago Campus, 425 S. Wabash Ave. | Wabash Building, Room 1M14
- Schaumburg Campus, 1400 N. Roosevelt Blvd. | First Stop, Room 125
Roosevelt Employee ID Card Reminder
We are very pleased about the enthusiasm we have received about the integration, but write now to clarify that only the Robert Morris employees who are teaching on Roosevelt’s campuses for the RMU Spring 1 quarter have received IDs. Employees who received offers to start on March 10 will receive a later communication about IDs, onboarding and other important matters.
We thank you for your patience and look forward to seeing you.
New Student Onboarding
This week, Roosevelt University will be welcoming many new Robert Morris students to campus as they begin their next term. To make the transition a smooth one, we are hosting a New Student Onboarding session for all RMU students on Friday, February 28, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Free lunch will be provided to all participants.
This event will take place at both the Chicago and Schaumburg campuses and online:
- Chicago: Auditorium Building Second Floor, Ida B. Wells Lounge
- Schaumburg: Room 126
- Streaming on Zoom
UPCOMING EVENTS
Welcome Week | SINGO (Musical Bingo)
Wednesday, February 26 | 11 a.m.–1 p.m.
Roosevelt, McCormick Dining Center
Welcome Week | Scavenger Hunt
Thursday, February 27 | 11 a.m.–1 p.m.
Roosevelt, McCormick Dining Center and Schaumburg Rotunda
Welcome Week | Third Annual Black History Month Melanin Ball
Roosevelt, Ida B. Wells Lounge | 8–11 p.m.
Welcome Week | New Student Onboarding
Friday, February 28 | 11 a.m.–1 p.m.
Roosevelt, Fainman Lounge, Ida B. Wells Lounge and Schaumburg Room 126
Lunch will be provided. Click here to join remotely via Zoom.
City Club | Charting a Future Course in Higher Education
Tuesday, March 10 | 12 p.m.
Maggiano’s, 516 N. Clark St., Chicago, IL 60654
Join Presidents Ali Malekzadeh and Mablene Krueger as they discuss the current and future realities in higher education, focusing on the evolving landscape that has forced many universities to reimagine how they do business. Moderated by Robert H. Jordan Jr., Roosevelt alumnus and former weekend anchor for WGN-TV’s News at Nine. Space is limited, please register here.
RU and RMU Spring 2020 Networking and Career Fair
Thursday, March 19 | 2-5 p.m.
Goodman Center, 501 S. Wabash Ave., Chicago, IL 60605
This year Roosevelt and Robert Morris will host the Spring 2020 Networking and Career Fair. The integration of the two universities will help both build on our historic missions that honor diversity and access to education, welcoming first-generation and minority students. We will be able to provide a wonderful opportunity for companies and organizations to recruit talented Roosevelt and Robert Morris students and alumni for internships, full-time and part-time employment opportunities. Visit the links below to register.
State of the University - Save the Date
Wednesday, April 8 | 1:30 p.m. Address | 2:30–3 p.m. Reception
Roosevelt, Auditorium Building, Ida B. Wells Lounge
Mark your calendars for Roosevelt’s annual State of the University address, hosted by President Ali Malekzadeh. We will honor the winners of our Presidential Awards for Social Justice, and President Ali will share University highlights along with faculty and student successes.
