by Alexandra Samargia / Staff Reporter After a year of the COVID-19 pandemic impacting the world, vaccines have begun to become more available. Illinois recently moved into Phase 1C of the vaccine rollout, which includes people aged 65 to 74,… Read More ›
by Karina Aguilar / Staff Reporter While some students said that they enjoy online dating, others said that they did not think they would find successful relationships from dating apps. “Online dating is nice to meet random people in a… Read More ›
by Raneen El-Barbarawi / Assistant Editor Despite the disappointment and anger that came with the virtual ceremony that was held last year for graduates, this year’s graduates were notified that they will also be having a virtual ceremony on May… Read More ›
by Kel Faherty / Staff Reporter Clubs and student-run organizations have been a staple of colleges all around the United States since December 1980 with the creation of The College Club of Boston. However, back then, clubs were much different… Read More ›
by Mohammad Samra / Section Editor I promised no flashing cameras. I promised no cap and gown. I promised no ceremonies. I promised I didn’t need to hear my name called in May. However, I find myself standing on stage… Read More ›
by Kristin McKee / Roosevelt Editor This article is from the Torch’s satire issue, the Scorch. Aries (March 21 – April 19) Contrary to popular belief among the Aries community, the world does not revolve around you. What’s worse is… Read More ›
by Juules Banks / Editor-in-Chief by Renya Eggstrada / Editor-in-Chief This article is from the Torch’s satire issue, the Scorch. There were none.
by Renya Eggstrada / Editor-in-Chief This article is from the Torch’s satire issue, the Scorch. When he defeated the COVID-19 virus In terms of accomplishments and legacies, this is one that will likely follow former President Trump for the rest… Read More ›
by Mohammad Samra / Chicago Editor by Adnan Bašić / Head Copy Editor This article is from the Torch’s satire issue, the Scorch. In a move that sent shockwaves throughout Major League Baseball and the city of Chicago, Commissioner Rob… Read More ›
by Santino Torres / Staff Reporter This article is from the Torch’s satire issue, the Scorch. Roosevelt University could be the next school on the waitlist to accept Bitcoin from students as a form of payment. This transition would allow… Read More ›
by Kel Faherty / Staff Reporter This article is from the Torch’s satire issue, the Scorch. Roosevelt University has made the executive decision to now require student uniforms across the board. According to the head source, who wished to remain… Read More ›
by Juules Banks / Editor-in-Chief This article is from the Torch’s satire issue, the Scorch. The Roosevelt Financial Aid Office has recently announced new changes to tuition – much to the dismay of students. After confusion began to surface over… Read More ›
by Karina Aguilar / Staff Reporter This article is from the Torch’s satire issue, the Scorch. Roosevelt University announced another integration on March 9—exactly one year after the integration with Robert Morris University was finalized. The administration explained that they… Read More ›
by Adnan Bašić / Head Copy Editor Being a college student isn’t the most fun thing in the world. There are stresses that have to be dealt with on a daily basis. From classwork to actual work, balancing school with… Read More ›
by Amanda Landwehr / Arts Editor Glitter, streamers, colorful walls and…a unicorn? You can find all this and more at Chicago’s newest art installation, Magic Selfies. Located at the Roosevelt Collection (only a 20 minute walk from the university), this… Read More ›
by Aidan McGinty / Staff Reporter Up and coming indie-pop artist Claud recently put out their debut album, “Super Monster.” Fitting for a release so close to Valentine’s Day, “Super Monster” takes an honest and raw look at queer love… Read More ›
by Mohammad Samra / Chicago Editor No flashing cameras. No cap and gown. No ceremonies. I don’t need to hear my name called in May. I’ve been looking forward to my college graduation since before I graduated high school. The… Read More ›
by Raneen El-Barbarawi / Assistant Editor As the sun shines brighter and more people are getting the chance to go outside, Roosevelt University students have discussed their hopes that Chicago’s weather will remain warm for the rest of the winter…. Read More ›
by Santino Torres / Staff Reporter The Roosevelt Lakers softball team is off to their best start in school history, winning seven of their first eight games of the season. The team had not been off to such a hot… Read More ›
by Kel Faherty / Staff Reporter Roosevelt University has made it a priority to encourage the showcase of alumni work. On the performing arts website, a multitude of alumni and their biggest involvements are listed. Following a successful line of former… Read More ›
by Karina Aguilar / Staff Reporter Natasha Robinson is a criminal justice professor at Roosevelt University. Prior to her time at Roosevelt, she was a practicing criminal law attorney and continues to bring her experiences with her to the classroom…. Read More ›
by Amanda Landwehr / Section Editor On Feb. 11, Chicago’s newest attraction opened its doors to the public. Located in the city’s northside, the Immersive Van Gogh exhibit brings over 90 of the artist’s most famous works to life. Over… Read More ›
by Santino Torres / Staff Reporter The Roosevelt football program launched on Saturday, Feb. 6 at Morris Field in Arlington Heights and won their debut match against the St. Ambrose Fighting Bees by a score of 27-13. The Lakers braved… Read More ›
by Kristin McKee / Roosevelt Editor Despite COVID-19 suspending the music scene’s ability to flourish through concert tours and festivals, music composition has continued on as normal for many musicians. From Taylor Swift’s “folklore” and “evermore” albums to Charli XCX’s… Read More ›
by Karina Aguilar / Staff Reporter According to vogue.com, the app has become increasingly popular among young adults. After only two years, it already had 5.3 million users and over $6 million in investments. Vogue reported that some astrologists believe… Read More ›
by Adnan Basic / Head Copy Editor The 2020/21 NFL season came to a close a few weeks ago as the Tampa Bay Buccaneers defeated the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl 55. There’s no rest for the wicked, though,… Read More ›
by Kel Faherty / Staff Reporter Whether it’s the bi-weeekly Big Mac, dining hall buffet or classic peanut butter and jelly sandwich, college meals look different for every student. So, what happens when a college kid is removed from their… Read More ›
by Aero Cavalier / Staff Reporter “The Social Dilemma” (2020) recently celebrated its first birthday, and like many of us, it spent it in the midst of a pandemic. When the docudrama was released in January 2020, it was simply… Read More ›
by Amanda Landwehr / Section Editor Director Emerald Fennell’s “Promising Young Woman” finally hit theaters on Jan. 25 after nearly a year of delays due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. So far, it’s a critical darling, and it has already… Read More ›
by Aidan McGinty / Staff Reporter On Jan. 30, a representative confirmed that futurist producer and Grammy nominee SOPHIE had died after a tragic accident in Athens, Greece. SOPHIE was known for her work with artists such as Vince Staples,… Read More ›
by Kelly Faherty / Staff Reporter In the world of performing arts, “audition” is a staple term. From Broadway to elementary classrooms, many theatre kids have a repertoire of varying audition anecdotes. At Roosevelt University, the Chicago College of Performing… Read More ›
by Santino Torres / Staff Reporter After numerous delays as a result of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, Roosevelt University is finally able to field sports teams for athletic competition once again. With fall sports having been pushed back to the… Read More ›
by Santino Torres / Staff Reporter Roosevelt University’s Student Programming for Enrichment, Enlightenment and Development (SPEED) is preparing to celebrate Black History Month with numerous upcoming events in February. With almost an entirely new board this semester, SPEED took on… Read More ›
by Raneen El-Barbarawi / Assistant Editor Although the Robert Morris and Roosevelt University (RU) integration was officially announced at the beginning of March 2020, students at Robert Morris said that they still feel that there’s a division between the schools… Read More ›
by Karina Aguilar / Staff Reporter Fidget toys are objects that work as tools to aid with focus and attention–these toys allow the brain to process irrelevant or extra sensory information. “Most children learn better when their hands are active… Read More ›
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas! Lights are hung up along the Mag Mile, Macy’s is decked out in holiday decor, and the Chicago Christmas Tree towers overMillennium Park. With winter break quickly approaching, we asked the Torch… Read More ›
by Reyna Estrada / Editor-in-Chief by Jules Banks / Editor-in-Chief Taylor Swift has certainly been busy. With her eighth album, “Folklore” released only months ago, Swift’s surprise release of her newest album “Evermore” shocked fans. “Evermore” was dropped on Dec…. Read More ›
by Mohammad Samra / Chicago Editor I had never been happier to see $18 in my bank account. Staring in astonishment at the order confirmation screen that occupied my phone for what felt like hours, on the brink of tears. I… Read More ›
by Adnan Basic / Head Copy Editor After seven long years of waiting, gamers were finally able to get their hands on the latest generation of gaming consoles this November, as the Xbox Series X and Playstation 5 were both… Read More ›
by Raneen El-Barbarawi / Staff Reporter As the holiday season approaches and Americans become eager to gather around their loved ones, they may be in for a nasty treat: the second wave of COVID-19. “I feel that the second wave… Read More ›
by Aero Cavalier / Staff Reporter On Nov. 7, President-Elect Joe Biden and Vice President-Elect Kamala Harris were announced winners of the 2020 presidential election. This historical election makes sitting president, Donald Trump, the first incumbent to lose his reelection… Read More ›
by Kelly Faherty / Staff Reporter A brand new club at Roosevelt University hopes to celebrate pride, sexuality and self-expression. Beautifully Queer, an organization created by freshman musical theatre major Bobby Hillier, is founded upon the principles of individuality, love… Read More ›
by Karina Aguilar / Staff Reporter The dean of students and vice president of student affairs, Jamar Orr, announced an expansion of health care services for students on Oct.1, 2020. One of the new services includes access to the Virtual… Read More ›
Turkey, stuffing, pumpkin pie: each of these delicious dishes are somehow enough to drag college kids home every November to celebrate Thanksgiving. But with rising COVID-19 cases and a state-wide travel advisory, this year’s turkey day will certainly look different…. Read More ›
by Amanda Landwehr / Section Editor Ready to shock your senses and trick your mind? On Nov. 14, the Museum of Illusions opened in downtown Chicago. Located off Washington Street and Wabash Avenue (only six blocks north of Roosevelt), the… Read More ›
by Karina Aguilar The Black and Latino Male Mentoring Program was created by Carl Hunter, the Assistant Director of Multicultural Student Support Services, in April of 2020. The Black and Larino Male Mentoring Program is a group that focuses on supporting… Read More ›
by Santino Torres / Staff Reporter Chicago’s very own Curtis ‘Razor’ Blaydes is the number two contender in the world for the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) Heavyweight title and prepares to bring his rich background in wrestling and his 14-2,… Read More ›
by Santino Torres / Staff Reporter Chicago rapper King Von released his debut album “Welcome to O Block” on Oct. 30. The album debuted at #13 on the Billboard 200. Unfortunately, just one week later, Von was killed outside the… Read More ›
by Andrea Lee / Staff Reporter After Ariana Grande titled her last album “K, Bye for Now” it seemed like she was not going to release music any time soon, let alone a new album only 10 months later. Needless… Read More ›
By Kelly Faherty / Staff Reporter Social distancing. A phrase that has taken the word by storm. For college students in particular, social distancing is a large part of the new age lifestyle. Students at the Wabash building, in compliance… Read More ›
