Gary Wolfe, professor of humanities and English in the Evelyn T. Stone College of Professional Studies, displays the World Fantasy Award he received in recognition of his contributions to the field of science fiction and fantasy through his reviews and criticism. The award, in the form of a bust of horror writer H.P. Lovecraft designed by renowned cartoonist Gahan Wilson, was presented at the World Fantasy Convention in Saratoga Springs, New York on Nov. 4, which drew nearly 1,200 attendees. Wolfe is the author of several critical books, and writes a monthly review column for Locus magazine.

Charles Madigan, presidential writer in residence and former senior editor, correspondent and columnist for the Chicago Tribune, signed copies of his new book -30-, The Collapse of the Great American Newspaper, on Tuesday, Nov. 27 in the Sullivan Room. -30- tells about the decline of the American newspaper through essays by those who have been involved in the field of journalism.

President Chuck Middleton hosted a farewell reception for Provost and Executive Vice President Pamela Trotman Reid who will become president of Saint Joseph College in West Hartford, Conn., in January. Many of her friends throughout the University wished her well at the event held on Nov. 15 in the Auditorium Theatre of Roosevelt University.

Roosevelt University was a sponsor of the 23rd annual Fiesta Cultural, a celebration of Latino culture, held on Sunday, Nov. 19 in Arlington Heights. Roosevelt students Nestor Avila, Noelany Clemente and Tito Clemente hold bags that were given to attendees. Also helping out at the booth were Michael Durnil, vice president for governmental affairs and university outreach; Lisa Encarnacion, director of university outreach and Sharon Del Prete, senior secretary, Office of University Communications.

The Schaumburg Campus-based Roosevelt Entertainment Commission (REC) held its first flag football tournament on Friday, Nov. 16 on the fields behind the powerhouse. Nine teams composed of students and staff competed, and Ray Wright, associate professor of computer science and telecommunications, refereed.

The Roosevelt University Alumni Association hosted a reception at the Penn Club on Nov. 7 in Manhattan for New York area alumni.  Approximately 30 people visited with President Chuck Middleton, trustee Charles Hamilton and other University representatives.

Roosevelt University alumna Melissa Bean, Congresswoman from the Illinois’ Eighth Congressional District and Representative Steny Hoyer, the House Majority leader from Maryland’s Fifth District, held a press conference at Roosevelt University on Monday. Representative Bean described a new federal bill she is co-sponsoring which would protect consumers who take out home mortgages, while Representative Hoyer described the Democratic agenda in the House of Representatives.

Tony-Award winner Christine Ebersole headlined the Auditorium Theatre's 2007 gala on Nov. 2. For the first time in many decades, the Auditorium Theatre of Roosevelt University was transformed into a glittering ballroom. Guests sat on the stage or on special platforms erected atop the orchestra level floor. The evening was sponsored by the Pasquinelli Family Foundation.

Ezekiel Emanuel describes his plan to provide health coverage to all Americans during a Dedication Day lecture titled "Beyond Band-Aids: Curing America’s Sick Healthcare System." Dr. Emanuel, chair of the Department of Clinical Bioethics at the Clinical Center of the National Institutes of Health, made the presentation Nov. 8 in the Congress Lounge.

Roosevelt University Trustee John R. Newman (left), executive vice president of LaSalle Bank, received the Lifetime Industry Leadership Award from Roosevelt University Chuck Middleton at a gala dinner attended by 500 people on Nov. 1 at the Four Seasons Hotel in Chicago. Newman was recognized by the University’s Marshall Bennett Institute of Real Estate for his many contributions to the field of real estate. He also is a member of the advisory board for the University’s Chicago School of Real Estate.

The Roosevelt University Alumni Association held a reception, "Cocktails, Camaraderie and Conversation with RU Alumni and Friends," for Washington, D.C.-area alumni last month at the U.S. Capitol. Trustee Anna E. Roosevelt (center) attended the event and visited with from left, Joan Barch (BA, ‘65), Beverley Jeffries (BA, ‘75) and Beverly Coleman (BS, ‘65). Photo courtesy Dinah Zebot.

Roosevelt University administrators visited five colleges and universities in four Chinese cities from Oct. 20 to 31. During their visit, they signed three agreements for educational collaborations, established three new partnerships and met with alumni in Shenyang. Pictured in front of Shenyang Palace are (from left) Joseph Chan, interim dean of the Walter E. Heller College of Business Administration; Pamela Reid, provost and executive vice president; Rubee Fuller, director of International Programs; and Jerry Bober, director of the Manfred Steinfeld School of Hospitality and Tourism Management. Photo courtesy of Rubee Fuller.

Hershey Felder, an internationally known actor and pianist, works with Roosevelt University student David Schofield during a master class for pianists on Tuesday in Ganz Hall. Schofield, a resident of Manchester, United Kingdom, was one of 10 RU pianists and singers participating in "The Real Thing" master classes and competition. The students competed for $6,000 in prize money. Felder, a member of the Chicago College of Performing Arts Board, is the creator and star of George Gershwin Alone and Monsieur Chopin.

Students in Roosevelt's Theatre Conservatory presented God's Country this weekend in O'Malley Theatre. Adapted from court testimony, news accounts and first person interviews, God's Country focused on the white supremacist movement in the 1980s and its spread in society and through different generations. Photo courtesy of Emily Humphreys, production manager.

Senior Sabrina Walton was among the Fall 2007 graduates who attended the University's annual Salute to Grads reception on Tuesday in the Congress and Fainman lounges. In anticipation of Commencement on Dec. 21, students picked up their caps and gowns and met with representatives of the Alumni Office.

Bob Fitzpatrick, assistant vice president for Campus Safety and Transportation, shows off the new safety vehicle for the Schaumburg Campus. With him are Schaumburg employees Mary Gabioud and Mary Grigar.

State Senator John Millner (R-28) (third from left), formerly chief of police in Elmhurst, recently visited the Schaumburg Campus to talk about criminal justice programs with Toni Potenza, vice president and dean of the Schaumburg Campus and John Cicero, dean of the Evelyn T. Stone College of Professional Studies (right). On the far left is David Strickland, a University consultant.

The leader of the Illinois Senate Republican Caucus and a registered pharmacist, State Senator Frank Watson (R-51) and his wife, Susan, traveled from Greenville, Ill. to meet with Roosevelt University officials in Schaumburg on Oct. 25. With them are Michael Durnil (left) vice president for Governmental Affairs and University Outreach and Tom Minar (right), vice president for Institutional Advancement.

Last week Roosevelt Hospitality Management students and advisors attended the Marriott Foundation Employer Recognition Gala at the Renaissance Hotel in honor of their service learning project. Richard Marriott (center), one of the founders of the Marriott hotel empire, thanked the students for their work on the Foundation's behalf. Among those attending the dinner were Mike Levy, (far left) adjunct faculty member in Hospitality Management, Donna DeMille (second from left), assistant director of the Manfred Steinfeld School of Hospitality and Tourism Management, and Carol B. Brown (to the right of Mr. Marriott), adjunct instructor in Hospitality Management. Photo courtesy of Carol Brown.

The Chicago Area Women’s and Gender Studies Job, Internship and Volunteer Fair held on Friday in the Congress Lounge attracted approximately 100 students and alumni from nine universities in the region. Above, Amy Suda (right), a University of Illinois alumna, talks with Dianna Long about opportunities available at the Chicago Urban Art Retreat and Sisters’ Place.

Terri Berryman (left), Roosevelt’s new director of Career Services, visited with Roosevelt faculty, students and staff at a meet and greet open house on Tuesday. Among those visiting with her are Mary Grigar (center) of the Counseling Center and Constance Jackson of Financial Aid.

LaBrian Carrington, developmental guidance specialist for Student Support Services/Project Prime, celebrated last week with some of the 67 Project Prime students who have grade point averages of 3.0 or higher. A recognition luncheon was held in the Auditorium Building for students who made the Project Prime 2007 Honor Roll.

Paul Green (front row, right), the Arthur Rubloff Professor of Policy Studies, was one of the principal speakers at a State Budget Briefing for Nonprofit Organizations held last week in the Congress Lounge. Sponsored by the Center for Tax and Budget Accountability and the Donors Forum, the event featured remarks by Roosevelt President Chuck Middleton and elected officials.