Did You Know?

Roosevelt’s founding in 1945 as an independent, nonsectarian, coeducational institution of higher learning was a feat requiring considerable courage. The new school had no campus, no library, and no endowment. But its founders had an ideal that enabled them to overcome great obstacles. They were determined to make higher education available to all students who could qualify academically. Considerations of social or economic class, racial or ethnic origin, sex, or age were, and remain, irrelevant in determining who is admitted.

Originally named Thomas Jefferson College, the new school was soon renamed Roosevelt College in recognition of Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt’s democratic ideals and values. Members of the early advisory board included Marian Anderson, Pearl Buck, Ralph Bunche, Albert Einstein, Thomas Mann, Gunnar Myrdal, and Albert Schweitzer.

 

July 2007

Around Campus:

New Nursing Program at Roosevelt
The Schaumburg Campus will soon offer bachelor’s and master’s degree completion programs in nursing. The programs are designed to help hospitals and other health care agencies meet the need for university-trained nurses. More information >>

Study Abroad at Roosevelt
Summer is a great time for students to research study abroad opportunities at Roosevelt. The staff in the Office of International Programs are available to assist students. More information >>

Trustees Pass Divestiture Resolution
Roosevelt, founded on the principles of social justice, recently announced that it will not invest in companies or mutual funds doing business in the Sudan. More information >>

"Summer Stage" Camp at Schaumburg Campus
The Auditorium Theatre of Roosevelt University is hosting a one week camp in August for kids aged 9-13 who love to perform. Summer Stage camp participants will have daily workshops in musical theatre, drama, music and dance. More information >>

New Higher One Program at Roosevelt
Roosevelt University is pleased to announce a new convenient method for eligible students to receive financial aid loan refunds more quickly and without fees. Under a new agreement between Roosevelt and Higher One, a financial services company, each student registered for fall will be mailed a MasterCard debit card (called the Easy Refund Card) at the end of July. After refunds for eligible students are deposited electronically into their Higher One accounts, students can use their cards to pay bills, obtain cash at ATMs, or make purchases at stores, restaurants and other locations. Students have the option of receiving funds from Higher One through direct deposit to a personal bank account or by check. Once a student receives the Easy Refund Card, he or she will select one of the three options available at the secure Higher One website. The card can also be used as a debit card and parents can apply money to the card. To determine eligibility for a financial aid refund, students should contact their financial aid counselor. More information >>

Roosevelt Snapshots:

Gallery Opening in Schaumburg

At a recent opening reception, Carol Pyron, administrative secretary at the Schaumburg Campus, shows off her paintings which are on display in the Schaumburg Campus Rotunda Gallery. Sixteen local artists, the majority representing the Art League of Hoffman Estates, have more than 70 colorful oils, pastels and watercolors in the exhibition which runs through Aug. 2.

Roosevelt Hosts LULAC

Roosevelt University played a significant role in the 2007 League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) National Convention, held July 9-13 at Navy Pier. The University hosted 270 students in the Herman Crown Center who were attending the convention. Here, President Chuck Middleton welcomes the students to campus and shares information about Roosevelt’s history and commitment to social justice.

Chicago Pride Parade

Over 40 Roosevelt students, faculty, staff and alumni had a great time marching in Chicago's 38th Annual Pride Parade on Sunday, June 24. The colorful parade featured 250 registered entries and was seen by approximately 450,000 people. John Amaechi, a former NBA player who recently acknowledged he is gay, was the grand marshal.

Dates to Know:

July 15	Fall semester bills mailed to students
August 24	Residence halls open for CCPA students & new international students
August 31	Residence halls open for all other new and continuing students
Sept. 3	Labor Day -University closed
Sept. 5	Classes begin

 

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