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⭐️Dedicated to the enlightenment of the human spirit
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New year, new channel! 🎉
Follow us on Bluesky and our other social media channels to stay up to date with what’s happening in the RU community and on campus.
Have a safe and restful break! 🍂
The University will be closed from Thursday, November 27, to Sunday, November 30, for the Thanksgiving holiday and will reopen Monday, December 1.
November 25, 2025 at 9:25 PM
We’re thankful for our Lakers and RU community! 💚
What are you thankful for?
November 25, 2025 at 7:25 PM
From December 1–8, join Roosevelt for a series of wellness events to wrap up the fall semester and prepare for finals week.
📚 Explore the week’s events: https://roosevelt.campuslabs.com/engage/events?categories=19037
November 24, 2025 at 6:15 PM
Yesterday, we celebrated Transgender Day of Remembrance with RU Proud by holding space and remembering transgender and non-conforming people who are no longer with us. We encourage our RU community to be an anchor of support for those struggling around them. 🏳️‍⚧️
November 21, 2025 at 9:15 PM
Many of our Lakers ride the CTA trains to explore the beautiful city of Chicago! Social media ambassador Betsy takes the CTA Green Line to visit one of her favorite thrift stores in the city 🛍️
November 20, 2025 at 8:17 PM
🚨Attention students! 🚨
Class registration is happening now. Move forward with registering for your Spring and Summer 2026 classes today: https://ruaccess.roosevelt.edu/?utm_source=social&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=priority-registration&utm_content=ru-channels2

#RUClassRegistration
November 20, 2025 at 4:45 PM
​​Even though winter break is a few weeks away, Thanksgiving break starts next week on Tuesday, November 25. What are your plans for the upcoming holiday/break? 🍂
November 19, 2025 at 9:15 PM
Last Tuesday, we welcomed more of our future Lakers and their loved ones to campus for our second Roosevelt Preview Day! Attendees were able to hear about #RULakerLife from current Lakers and learn about our academic programs and student resources.
November 19, 2025 at 7:25 PM
Having a hard time studying? Social media ambassador Andrea shares some study tips that help her study and prepare for upcoming exams & assignments.📚
November 18, 2025 at 6:16 PM
Don’t miss the Montesquieu Forum on November 20 at 4:30 p.m., featuring Dr. Molly Brigid McGrath covering storytelling, tyranny and liberal learning. The event is open to all: roosevelt.edu/montesquieu-forum

#MontesquieuForum #RooseveltUniversity #RUCHESS #Philosophy #LiberalLearning
November 18, 2025 at 3:15 PM
Discover how Roosevelt prepares IO Psychology students like Isabel “Izzy” Banks for careers in HR, consulting, organizational development and more: https://www.roosevelt.edu/stories/news/turning-personal-experience-pathways-izzy-banks-builds-inclusive-futures-through-io
November 17, 2025 at 5:25 PM
October photo dump to celebrate the first snowfall of the season this week ❄️

Check out Laker Connect to learn about upcoming events on campus: https://roosevelt.campuslabs.com/engage/

#FlashbackFriday
November 14, 2025 at 7:25 PM
Registration for Spring and Summer 2026 classes is now open to all students! ✅ Register now to get the classes you want: https://roosevelt.navigate.eab.com/?utm_source=social&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=priority-registration&utm_content=ru-channels1

#RUClassRegistration
November 13, 2025 at 8:15 PM
The Indian Student Association (ISA) welcomes and encourages Roosevelt's thriving international student population to develop new connections and make Chicago their home: https://www.roosevelt.edu/stories/news/food-and-friendship-how-indian-student-association-builds-community
November 13, 2025 at 7:27 PM
When you don’t get the compliment you were looking for from your professor…true pain 😫
November 13, 2025 at 4:15 AM
Roosevelt University is pleased to announce that it has been awarded $2.75 million in new and renewed federal grants from the U.S. Department of Education to strengthen academic, financial and mentoring support for first-generation and low-income students: https://roosev.lt/4hYpz14
November 12, 2025 at 6:15 PM
Dr. Molly Brigid McGrath will lead the upcoming Montesquieu Forum in an engaging conversation that reflects on philosophy, tyranny, and the value of liberal learning. Free and open to all.
🗣️ Don’t miss this event: roosevelt.edu/montesquieu-forum
November 12, 2025 at 5:25 PM
On this #VeteransDay, we pause to recognize the sacrifices and service of those who have worn the uniform, including many members of the Roosevelt community.
🇺🇸 Read how we’re celebrating Veterans Day: https://www.instagram.com/p/DQ7YZW3F8Ad/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==
November 11, 2025 at 8:15 PM
Learn how Roosevelt prepares Erica “Rickie” Richter for career success, fosters her interest in entertainment marketing and helps her navigate health challenges: https://www.roosevelt.edu/stories/news/degree-can-catapult-your-career-qa-mba-candidate-erica-richter
November 11, 2025 at 5:25 PM
🚨Students, don’t wait! 🚨
Priority registration for Spring and Summer 2026 classes opens between October 31 and November 12 for designated student groups. Get ahead and register early for your classes: https://www.roosevelt.edu/current-students/academics/register-classes

#RUPriorityRegistration
November 10, 2025 at 3:15 PM
Happy National First-Generation College Student Day! 🎉
This week, we celebrated and honored the resilience of our first-generation students at our First-Generation Student Celebration in the Ida B Wells Lounge.
November 8, 2025 at 9:15 PM
The Lakers have voted! Congrats to the Office of Financial Aid Services for being this year’s winners of the SEIE Halloween Decoration Contest. 🏆
Thank you to all the departments that participated in Trick or Trick or Treat Through RU, making Halloween special for our Lakers.
November 5, 2025 at 9:15 PM
Priority registration for Spring & Summer 2026 classes opens between October 31 and November 12! If you’re a graduate student, military-affiliated student, senior, junior, sophomore, or freshman, mark your calendar for your designated registration date: roosevelt.navigate.eab.com?utm_source=s...
November 5, 2025 at 4:14 PM
The Lincoln Park Zoo is the perfect (and did we mention free) adventure to go on with all of your friends! 🦁

#LakersInTheLoop
November 4, 2025 at 9:46 PM
Join us for the Herbert K. Franks Lecture! The event will examine critical shifts in power between Washington, D.C., and communities across Illinois: https://roosevelt.campuslabs.com/engage/event/11742302?utm_source=social&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=franks-lecture&utm_content=ru-channels
November 4, 2025 at 3:15 PM