Avid runner, black belt, professional espresso drinker, sixth president of Roosevelt University. Just call me Ali.
As a Roosevelt student, Vanessa has led several student organizations, presented her psychology research as a McNair Scholar and welcomed new Lakers during orientation. In fall 2019, Vanessa’s doctors gave her a diagnosis that changed her college experience. In this episode, guest host Emily Alvelo, director of student involvement, talks with Vanessa about what […]
As demand for health care professionals surges, the new College of Science, Health and Pharmacy brings 16 Roosevelt University programs together under one umbrella. Dean Melissa Hogan and Co-Dean Kelly Wentz-Hunter talk about what the new college means for student programs, research and career opportunities. Dr. Hogan joined the Roosevelt faculty in 2012 with 17 […]
Dear Roosevelt Community, Today is a long-awaited day: finally, a declared winner for the 2020 election. President-elect Joe Biden will be sworn in as this nation’s 46th president, and Kamala Harris will make history as vice president elect. With this victory, I am once again hopeful for the future of our country, democracy and the […]
For the last several months, businesses across America have publicly declared their commitment to social justice and inclusion. Have we reached a turning point in the long fight for equity? In this week’s episode, President Ali welcomes Roosevelt trustee Joyce E. Tucker to talk about her new role at the University and her perspective […]
Dear Roosevelt Community, I am writing to let you know that on Sunday, November 1, I was officially diagnosed with COVID-19. On Wednesday last week, I began to experience mild flu-like symptoms — fatigue, chills and sinus congestion. Currently, I am not experiencing any breathing problems or loss of taste or smell and am feeling […]
What can international comparisons teach us about Trump, COVID-19, the Democrats and our history? In this episode, political experts from the United States, United Kingdom and Germany will offer a global perspective on the 2020 election. This episode is presented by Roosevelt University and the Political Philosophy Podcast. The conversation was recorded as a […]