Chicago Summer
Chicago Summer is an integrated learning and living experiential program that allows you to get on the fast track towards your degree, while still enjoying the summer.
Experience Chicago through one and two-week courses, and explore the city through faculty-led visits to Chicago's neighborhoods, historical landmarks and cultural attractions. Visiting students stay in our 32 story, award-winning Wabash Building Residence Hall. A limited number of rooms are available, please contact Jennifer Johnson to secure lodging.
Program Schedule
June 13–17 Monday–Friday | 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Writing Urban Nature (SUST 360 - CRN 32004) – Mike Bryson
An environmental humanities course distinguished by in-the-field explorations of various natural and urban environments. The class provides a unique immersive experience in “nature close at hand” at sites of ecological and cultural significance in the Chicago region. Strong emphasis on close observing place and people; walking and exploring landscapes and neighborhoods; and discussing compelling ideas, stories, and images of urban nature.
June 13–17 Monday–Friday | 9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Photography (ART 325 - CRN: 31404 / JMS 325 - CRN 31781) – Mike Ensdorf
In this one-week, introductory, hands-on workshop, students will photograph in and around the city of Chicago. Activities will include shooting and developing black and white film, making prints using traditional darkroom equipment, and visiting photography exhibitions. Roosevelt students can earn general education experiential learning credit with this course. Cameras will be provided by the department.
July 18–30 Monday–Saturday | 9 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.
On-campus and excursion-based Sociology of Chicago Neighborhoods (SOC 214 - CRN 31494) – Stephanie Farmer
Explore the multifaceted neighborhoods that compose Chicago’s urban mosaic. The course will examine a wide array of dimensions that compose neighborhoods: economic development, public services and amenities like schools, public transit and housing, segregation, immigrant enclaves, gentrification, gayborhoods, restorative justice, and community organizing. Students will take field trips to areas across the city that best exemplify the topic under examination.
Chicago Summer Registration for Current Students
- Current Roosevelt students may register for Chicago Summer courses as they would register for any other course. To register, contact your academic advisor. Current students are not required to live on-campus for Chicago Summer.
- Tuition and fees do apply. Contact your financial aid counselor to verify any remaining financial aid funds.
Chicago Summer Registration for Visiting Domestic Students
- Students who are not actively seeking a degree at Roosevelt University, but would like to enroll in summer courses, may register as a visiting student/student at-large. There is no application fee. However, applicable tuition and fees do apply.
- To register, submit the Undergraduate Student-at-Large Registration Form to the Office of the Registrar.
Chicago Summer Registration for International Students
- International exchange students may apply for Chicago Summer by completing the application form.
- A $500 fee is assessed to cover the cost of a transit pass and some cultural/leisure event admissions.
- Tuition costs may be included as a part of the exchange partnership. Verify your eligibility by contacting Ken Granle, assistant director of international programs, at kgranle@roosevelt.edu.
Campus Housing
- Limited housing in the Wabash Building Residence Hall is available for students enrolled in the Chicago Summer program. Residents will enjoy comfortable shared rooms with stunning views of Chicago's famous lakefront. Amenities include a full-service dining center, student lounges, and fitness center. An optional meal plan is available.
- A limited number of rooms are available, please contact Jennifer Johnson no later than Friday, March 25, 2022 to secure lodging.
- Campus housing is optional for local students.
Registration Inquiries:
Jennifer Johnson
Assistant Dean, College of Arts & Sciences
jjohnson109@roosevelt.edu