The coronavirus pandemic has infected millions in the United States, disproportionately affecting Black and Brown communities. In this moving episode, Dr. Tamara Marshall will speak directly to those most affected by the pandemic. Dr. Marshall spent 10 years in academic medicine at the University of Chicago and Sinai Children’s Hospital. She transitioned to the pharmacy…Continue Reading Ep. 27: COVID-19 and Communities of Color
Dear Faculty and Staff, As we begin the internal search process for an interim provost, I encourage you to apply or nominate your colleagues for this important position. The position description can be found here. Interested candidates should submit a current CV and a letter explaining how they meet the qualifications of this role to…Continue Reading Interim Provost Search Process
Dear Roosevelt Community, Today, I write to share the news of Provost Lois Becker’s retirement after over 34 years of working in higher education. Provost Becker joined the Roosevelt community in July 2016 and since that time has contributed in many meaningful ways towards the success of the University. Provost Becker has been a valued…Continue Reading Provost Becker Announces Retirement
Do you still need the COVID-19 vaccine if you’re young and healthy? Can pregnant women get the vaccine? Dr. Bedrija Nikocevic answers common questions and debunks some popular myths on And Justice For All. Dr. Nikocevic is an assistant professor of clinical sciences in the Doctor of Pharmacy program. After working in community pharmacy…Continue Reading Ep. 26: Vaccine Myth Busters
Some U.S. health care workers got their first dose of the coronavirus vaccine just 12 months after the country’s first confirmed case. How did scientists develop new vaccines so quickly, and how do we know they work? Dr. Bob Seiser, associate professor of biology and chemistry, will walk us through the process of creating a…Continue Reading Ep. 25: COVID-19 Vaccines, From Trials to Vials