By Andrea Lee and Abigail BovardStaff Reporters Each Roosevelt student has their own unique reason for attending the university, from wanting to become active in the Roosevelt’s mission of social justice or simply because they were offered a good scholarship…. Read More ›
By Samantha LatsonStaff Reporter Chicago came to a frozen standstill as the polar vortex of 2019 seized the city. With temperatures colder than Alaska, many Chicagoans stayed home – turning up the thermostat and hunkering down under a warm blanket…. Read More ›
by Drew Modjeski Roosevelt University lost one of its own on Aug 4, 2018 when Jimmy Dooley, 22, died. Dooley was going into his senior year, and was finishing up his bachelor’s degree in media studies. Dooley was born in… Read More ›
By Fiona Moran Staff Reporter Former United States Attorney General Eric Holder Jr. spoke at the Auditorium Theatre as a part of the American Dream Reconsidered Conference. On Sept. 12, Holder sat down with retired U.S. Circuit Judge Ann Claire… Read More ›
By Ryan Rosenberger Torch Correspondent On Wednesday, April 25, Roosevelt’s Black Student Union hosted their annual Melanin Graduation commemorating graduating students of color. The event started off with a welcome speech by BSU President Brittney Austin, giving way to a… Read More ›
