FEATURED NEWS
Sue Dutler Appointed Director of Libraries
Sue Dutler was officially appointed director of libraries after an interim term beginning June 14. For 30 years, Dutler served as the institutional library director at Robert Morris University Illinois, where she led the growth of all library operations at the main campus and established seven branch libraries.
Congratulations to Sue on her appointment.
You’re Invited: Convocation and President’s Reception
On August 27, celebrate the official start of the academic year with new Roosevelt students, faculty and staff in the Auditorium Theatre. After the Convocation ceremony, join us for the President’s Reception for an official welcome from President Ali Malekzadeh. Learn more.
John Jaramillo Named Conference Athletics Director of the Year
Congratulations to John Jaramillo on his recognition as the Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference (CCAC) Athletics Director of the Year. During the integration, Jaramillo helped incorporate over 500 new student-athletes and many varsity, club and performing arts programs into the Roosevelt community. Read more.
The New Office of Engagement, Equity and Inclusion
Roosevelt merged the Center for Student Involvement and Multicultural Student Support Services into the Office of Engagement, Equity and Inclusion. The office will support all the initiatives from the former offices, such as student clubs, Student Government Association and cultural organizations and programming, with an enhanced focus on social justice.
The Division of Student Affairs also houses the Learning Commons (Academic Tutoring, Writing and Math Center and Peer Mentoring) and Student Access (Student Disability Services and Veterans Affairs).
UPCOMING EVENTS
Women’s Leadership Book Club: You Learn by Living
Tuesday, August 24 at 7 p.m. | Virtual
The book is a compilation of the former First Lady’s own philosophy on living and her deeply held values. Published in 1960, just two years before her death, the book contains advice that still inspires and resonates with us today. Sign up for the discussion here.
2021 University Convocation
Friday, August 27 at 1 p.m. | Auditorium Theatre
President’s Reception
Friday, August 27 at 3 p.m. | Location TBA
Welcome Week
Monday, August 30—Saturday, September 4 | Chicago and Schaumburg
Join us the week of August 30 to kick off an exciting new semester. We'll celebrate our return to campus with fun events and in-person activities. Register now.
Sincerely,
Building a Stronger University Communications Team
stronger@roosevelt.edu
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