Commuting to campus this fall? Join our Commuter Essentials 101 workshop on Friday, August 7, at 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Chicago Campus. Learn about key commuter spaces and the resources available to support off-campus students: https://applyru.roosevelt.edu/register/Commuter101.8.7.26

Trust the process and make Roosevelt University part of your educational journey ✨ Applications for the 2027-2028 academic year are now open. Apply today and take the next step toward becoming a Laker: https://applyru.roosevelt.edu/apply/

Are you thinking about a future in entrepreneurship? Join us on August 4 for the launch of RISE. This free, public event explores how Roosevelt supports student success through hands-on learning and industry connections: https://applyru.roosevelt.edu/register/?id=388aeaa3-a533-4b92-9f0a-d6219c2edd5d

Roosevelt’s Custom-Built MBA program has allowed Avinash Khamitkar to thrive as both an international student and aspiring marketing professional: https://www.roosevelt.edu/stories/news/roosevelt-you-get-more-degree-you-get-community-qa-mba-student-avinash-khamitkar

Order your room essentials with Room Service and pick them up at the RU Bookstore during move-in. Bonus: Order by August 2 and receive 3 free items with your first order. 🧺 Get started: roosevelt.edu/room-service

Our talented CCPA students perform in a variety of shows throughout the year in the O’Malley Theatre. You won’t want to miss the chance to see them in action! 📍O’Malley Theatre | AUD 773

Trying to play it cool, but we really miss our Lakers! 🥹 Only five more weeks until the Fall 2026 semester starts.

At Roosevelt, students do more than learn. They create, research and present work that makes an impact. The 2026 Symposium showcased student innovation across disciplines: https://www.roosevelt.edu/stories/news/week-discovery-2026-roosevelt-university-symposium-highlights-student-innovation

Social Media Ambassador Betsy shares five essential items for commuting to campus 🎒

The Laker Union is a great spot on campus to hang out with friends & unwind between classes. Down the hall, you’ll also find the Office of Career Services, the Laker Union Food Pantry, & the Center for Student Engagement & Intercultural Experiences. 📍Laker Union | WB 3rd Floor

Counting down the days until our Lakers are back on campus 💚

Marketing major Jael Rodriguez is an Honors student & highly involved on campus—but even she needs help with classwork. Learn how the Learning Commons has assisted Jael: https://www.roosevelt.edu/stories/news/jael-rodriguez-balances-classwork-and-community-organizing-thanks-roosevelts-learning

Former Social Media Ambassador and Resident Advisor Dani shares his five must-have dorm essentials for Lakers living on campus or in the University Center 📦 Learn about the move-in process and schedule: https://www.roosevelt.edu/current-students/campus-life/residence-life/move-in

You don’t have to do pharmacy school alone. 🩺 At Roosevelt, PharmD students have direct access to faculty who support them every step of the way: https://www.roosevelt.edu/stories/news/support-shapes-success-inside-roosevelts-pharmacy-mentorship-experience

From healthcare equity and mental health access to AI and public health, Roosevelt University's McNair Scholars showcased research with real-world impact at the 2026 Symposium: https://www.roosevelt.edu/stories/news/mcnair-scholars-showcase-research-community-impact-roosevelt-university-symposium

Interested in watching your CCPA peers perform? Catch a student-run production in the Miller Studio Theatre this academic year! 📍Miller Studio Theatre | AUD 980 📸: Chicago College Of Performing Arts

The summer 2026 opt-out period for the Laker Book Bundle ends Wednesday, July 8! ✅ Learn more: https://www.roosevelt.edu/lakerbookbundle?utm_source=social&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=laker-book-bundle&utm_content=opt-out-reminder-ru-channels

Happy 250th birthday, America! 🇺🇸 Wishing our RU community a safe and festive 4th of July.

Living in the Wabash Building or University Center this upcoming academic year? Check out these five dorm essentials from former Social Media Ambassador Andrea 🛏️ Learn about the move-in process and schedule: https://www.roosevelt.edu/current-students/campus-life/residence-life/move-in

Please help us welcome four new faculty members to the College of Humanities, Education and Social Sciences (CHESS) for the Fall 2026 semester: https://www.roosevelt.edu/stories/news/college-humanities-education-and-social-sciences-chess-welcomes-four-new-faculty

Relieve stress or get in shape during the semester by visiting the Barry Crown Fitness Center! 🏋 Learn about their hours of operation: https://rooseveltlakers.com/sports/2024/4/16/Fitness-Center.aspx 📍Barry Crown Fitness Center | WB 5th Floor

Designed for students. Built for success! 📚 RU’s Schaumburg campus offers flexible scheduling, convenient access, supportive faculty and spaces designed for learning: https://www.roosevelt.edu/stories/news/designed-students-how-roosevelts-schaumburg-campus-makes-learning-more-accessible

🚨Act now if you’re not participating in the Laker Book Bundle. The summer 2026 opt-out period ends Wednesday, July 8. Learn more: https://www.roosevelt.edu/lakerbookbundle?utm_source=social&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=laker-book-bundle&utm_content=opt-out-reminder-ru-channels

From overwhelmed to advocate. Edgar Ruiz Jr. found support through TRIO SSS at Roosevelt—and now helps other students succeed as a peer mentor. Read his story: https://www.roosevelt.edu/stories/news/peer-mentor-change-maker-how-trio-sss-shaped-edgar-ruiz-jrs-path-roosevelt

Wishing all our RU dads and father figures a very Happy Father’s Day! 👔 💚

On June 19, 1865, thousands of enslaved people in Galveston, Texas were told of their freedom—more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation was signed. Juneteenth is not only a day for deep reflection, but also a time for celebration. #Juneteenth

Celebrate Pride Month in the city! 🏳️‍🌈 Explore events happening throughout the rest of the month in celebration of the LGBTQIA+ community: https://www.choosechicago.com/articles/festivals-special-events/chicago-pride-month/

As the Lakers transition to an NCAA Division II program, no student has worked harder to promote the teams' success than Camden Schuchaskie: https://www.roosevelt.edu/stories/news/mba-candidate-and-aspiring-sports-broadcaster-camden-schuchaskie-sharpens-his-craft

Thank you, Fala, for always bringing smiles to our Lakers’ faces! 💚 🐾 #MascotDay

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