Category Archives: Active

Science Poster and Video Session (Apr 23)

Posted on Mar 16, 2015 by nvoss

The Division of Professional Arts and Sciences is hosting a poster and video session showcasing the work of our arts and sciences students on Thursday, April 23 from 4:30-6 pm at the Schaumburg Campus, outside room 600. Open to all … Continue reading →

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Math and Science Symposium (Apr 17)

Posted on Feb 18, 2015 by nvoss

Save the date Friday, April 17 in Chicago. More details to follow.

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Undergrads Now is the Time to Apply for Summer Research Programs

Posted on Jan 1, 2014 by nvoss

The National Science Foundation funds several universities across the country to host summer research programs. Go to this site: http://www.nsf.gov/crssprgm/reu/reu_search.cfm And select your field of choice and start applying!!!

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RU Science LinkedIn Group

Posted on Feb 15, 2013 by nvoss

Are you interested in networking with other from Roosevelt Science? Maybe you are looking for a job? Maybe you want some career advice from someone working in industry? Join our LinkedIn Alumni Group and tell others. http://www.linkedin.com/groups?gid=3769441

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New Environmental Internship Portal

Posted on May 7, 2012 by nvoss

Students. Looking for a summer internship? Visit http://environmentalinterns.org to look through over 100 internships (and counting!) already uploaded to the platform. You can apply directly through the clearinghouse portal.

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Alumnus presents revolutionary findings on how spores in tropical lichens develop

Posted on Apr 11, 2012 by nvoss

Roosevelt alumnus, Garret Sweetwood, earned distinction as lead author on a groundbreaking scientific research article published in the February edition of the internationally renowned Cambridge Journals The Lichenologist. The research presents revolutionary findings on how spores in tropical lichens develop. The … Continue reading →

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News Feature on Roosevelt Wabash building

Posted on Mar 21, 2012 by nvoss

Roosevelt University’s New Vertical Campus It’s a big expansion for Roosevelt University, as a 21st century vertical campus opens in the Loop. But it’s left the college with some big financial challenges. We hear how the university is trying to … Continue reading →

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Science programs win education award

Posted on Mar 19, 2012 by nvoss

Roosevelt University’s programs in science and math have received the highest award from SENCER, a national organization devoted to improving science education by focusing on real world problems. The William E. Bennett Award for Extraordinary Contributions to Citizen Science was … Continue reading →

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Department Facebook Pages

Posted on Mar 6, 2012 by nvoss

Dept of BCPS now has facebook pages to get the latest news: http://www.facebook.com/RUBiology http://www.facebook.com/RUChemistry

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Science labs in Wabash building are nearing completion

Posted on Feb 29, 2012 by nvoss

State-of-the-art science facilities in Roosevelt University’s new 32-story vertical campus are nearing completion – and just one look will convince most anyone that science education at Roosevelt’s Chicago Campus will be an intimate, cutting-edge experience. continue reading here: http://www.roosevelt.edu/News_and_Events/News_Articles/20120228-sciencelabs.aspx

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Do you have a long term schedule?

Posted on Feb 28, 2012 by kwentzhunter

Now that advising has begun for the Fall 2012 semester, I am finding myself asking students if they have a long term schedule planned out. Who needs a long term schedule? Everyone eventually but it is very important for students … Continue reading →

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Dr. Voss contributes to paper on transcription factor structure

Posted on Feb 7, 2012 by nvoss

Using electron microscopy, the Dr. Kornberg lab published their findings along with the help of Roosevelt professor, Dr. Neil Voss on the subunit architecture of general transcription factor TFIIH. Transcription factor II H (TFIIH) is an important complex involved in … Continue reading →

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New Cross Listing Status for Upper Level Biology Courses

Posted on Nov 29, 2011 by nvoss

Below is a table of the new cross-listing status of upper level biology and biochemistry courses effective Fall 2012. The Higher Learning Commission is requiring all of its accredited universities to reduce the number of cross listed courses in graduate … Continue reading →

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Science and math students present at Argonne Symposium

Posted on Oct 15, 2011 by nvoss

On Friday, October 14th, 7 students and 3 professors traveled to Argonne National Laboratory’s 21st Symposium for Undergraduates in Science, Engineering and Mathematics in collaboration with The Central States Universities, Incorporated (CSUI) Research Conference. Talks included: “MICROWAVE ACID DIGESTION AND … Continue reading →

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ECC-RU Bridges Program summer success

Posted on Sep 13, 2011 by nvoss

The ECC-RU Bridges to the Baccalaureate Program welcomed ten Elgin Community College students to the Schaumburg campus this summer for a month-long, intensive internship program in biomedical science. Activities included discussions on current topics in science, student presentations on health … Continue reading →

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Dr. Rosokha receives NSF grant to study Halogen bonding

Posted on Aug 19, 2011 by nvoss

Assistant Professor Sergiy Rosokha received a $280,000 grant on August 11, 2011 from the National Science Foundation (NSF) to study the Halogen bonding between organic acceptors and transition-metal complexes.

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Spring 2011 Graduates

Posted on May 2, 2011 by nvoss

Congratulations to our 2011 biology, chemistry, and biotechnology graduates:

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RU Science Alumni LinkedIn Group

Posted on Feb 1, 2011 by nvoss

If you have a LinkedIn account and want to get in touch with other alumni, please join our new group. http://www.linkedin.com/groups?gid=3769441

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Declare Your Pre-Professional Designation

Posted on Dec 30, 2010 by nvoss

Roosevelt students who intend to apply to a pre-professional program (medical, dental , veterinary , or pharmacy school) following their undergraduate work should submit the following form to the Office of the Registrar upon entering Roosevelt or as soon as … Continue reading →

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