OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT

President’s message

I am inspired by how much this great university’s students, faculty, staff and alumni have contributed to our progress during the last academic year. Much of this growth is due, in great part, to the support we receive from community members — like you — who share in our mission to provide an education that transcends the classroom. At the heart of our mission is teaching students.

With a firm commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion since our founding in 1945, Roosevelt University takes pride in shaping the world’s next generation of socially conscious and ethical citizens. We welcome you as a partner on this journey and thank you for your support.

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UNIVERSITY LEADERSHIP

Roosevelt’s leaders believe that every student deserves access to a quality education.

The Board of Trustees governs our University, and the Executive Council and Deans Council guide our strategic initiatives.

Our leadership team shares a common commitment to transformational learning, inclusiveness and academic excellence.

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STRATEGIC PLAN

Roosevelt’s institutional culture and mission stem from our founding commitment to diversity, inclusion and access. The University has championed social and racial justice since its beginnings and continues in this spirit today. Guided by our strategic plan, Roosevelt University will fortify this singular dedication to democratic ideals through learning that transcends the classroom.

The strategic plan concentrates on four umbrella goals: University optimization, student development, University distinction and financial stabilization.

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ROOSEVELT UNIVERSITY PODCAST

This podcast explores the close relationship between education and justice. You can’t have one without the other. We see the transformative power of education every day in the lives of our students, and we’re driven to make education accessible for all, despite the economic, historical and social barriers that we face. Inclusion is at the core of Roosevelt’s legacy, and higher education is the gateway to the American Dream.

Education for all. And Justice For All.

That’s who we are. That’s who we’ve always been.

American Dream Reconsidered Conference

The American Dream Reconsidered Conference is a free conference that invites scholars, activists and leaders to explore the modern American dream. Sessions delve into immigration, health care, politics and more in America today. With optimism and hope, our panelists share visions for the future of our democracy. Roosevelt University president Ali Malekzadeh founded the annual conference in 2016.

Past speakers include: U.S. Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Musician, actor and activist Common, Former U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder Jr., Political analyst David Axelrod, Best-selling author Imbolo Mbue.

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