Roosevelt University: And Justice for All

Starting college is exciting and scary. Navigating a new setting, making new friends, juggling classes and course work…it's a lot. In this episode we sit down with a class full of experienced Lakers and ask them to share advice with our new and prospective students on the best way to make the most of your time at Roosevelt. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mental health is at the forefront of everyone's mind right now. As we close out Mental Health Awareness Month, guest host and Roosevelt professor Andy Trees talks with Professor Steven Meyers about mental health challenges we're facing and how to work through them. Dr. Steven Meyers is a psychology professor at Roosevelt University and a clinical psychologist specializing in children's well-being and family relationships. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

It's our favorite time of the year: Commencement!On this episode, guest host Prof. Andy Trees talks to Commencement speaker Yajaira Gallegos about her journey to Roosevelt and her plans for the future. As Yajaira proves, the future is bright for this group of graduates. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

How do we deal with our own impostor syndrome while effectively leading a team? Dr. Chara Reid, director of Specialty Practice Solutions, joins guest host Dr. Melissa Hogan, dean of the College of Science, Health and Pharmacy. The two discuss Dr. Reid's career and how she is working to connect women in the pharmacy field. This episode is the second episode of our Healthcare Heroes Discussion series. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

As Roosevelt University's new provost and executive vice president of academic affairs, Dr. Andrae Marak will work to set and achieve the academic vision for the University. In this week's episode, guest host Professor Andy Trees sits down with Provost Marak to discuss his background, academic interests and plans for his tenure at Roosevelt. Provost Marak brings a collaborative approach to leadership and is deeply committed to shared governance. He is a champion for faculty professional development that focuses on student-centered pedagogy, meeting students where they are, and discovering effective interventions and supports. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

How is it that while the pharmacy profession in America is becoming more racially diverse, the leadership remains mostly white? What can we do to change that? Dr. Lemrey “Al” Carter, executive director and CEO of the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy, joins guest host Dr. Melissa Hogan, dean of the College of Science, Health and Pharmacy. The two discuss Dr. Carter's career and his work to make leadership in the pharmacy world reflect the profession's diversity. This episode is the first episode of our new Healthcare Heroes Discussion series. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

How do our alumnae find career success? How do we address compassion fatigue? What are the challenges and opportunities for women in STEM? Professor Sandra Frink sits down with alumnae Phyllis Cavallone, Dr. Antú Segal and Dr. Jo-Ann Jose to address these issues and more in this galvanizing discussion. This episode was recorded live as part of our Women's History Month series. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Opera always elicits strong emotions. This is especially true for Professor Kyong Mee Choi's new opera, Pale Courage, which premieres on March 18 at the Merle Reskin Theatre.In this week's episode, guest host Professor Andy Trees sits down with Professor Choi to talk about her composition. The three-act opera is based on the true story of her great-aunt, who chose starvation as a way to fight for her dreams. Andy and Kyong Mee discuss the power of live performance, her family history and her journey into the arts. Kyong Mee Choi is a Korean American composer, organist, poet, painter and visual artist. She has received several prestigious awards and grants such as the John Simon Guggenheim Memorial Foundation Fellowship, Robert Helps Prize and Aaron Copland Award, among many others. She teaches composition and electro-acoustic music at Roosevelt University. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

While Mia Moore and Onteya Zachary took different paths, they ultimately led to the same place: Roosevelt University. It was here that they both found their way into the Honors Program and to so much more.On this episode, there is no host. Just Mia and Onteya, talking about everything from their names to finding themselves at Roosevelt. You'll find it a joy to be a fly on the wall for their conversation. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

“Love, respect and dedication can resolve a lot of the critical issues that we have every single day.” As a formerly incarcerated person, Troy brings a transformative perspective to his studies, his activism and his thoughts on the future.On this episode, guest host Prof. Andy Trees talks to Roosevelt senior Troy Gaston about his passion for advocating for change, his unrelenting positivity and appreciation for the past, and his optimism for the future. Troy's energy is contagious. His story, inspiring. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

What do you see when you walk around a city? Stairs? Concrete? Buildings? If you're Professor Kyle Beachy, you see endless possibilities for fun… on a skateboard. On this episode, guest host Prof. Andy Trees talks to Prof. Beachy about his memoir, The Most Fun Thing: Dispatches from a Skateboard Life. While they discuss more than just skateboarding, the way Prof. Beachy speaks about skateboarding is nothing short of poetic. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Not many people get to follow in their parent's footsteps in the very specific way that Professor Margaret Rung did. Decades after she traveled to Taiwan for her father's Fulbright, Margaret returned for her own. As a Fulbright scholar in Taiwan, she explored the shifting boundaries between the public and private spheres in America, with an emphasis on how diverse Americans negotiated a social contract in a nation devoted to capitalism and democracy. On this episode, guest host Prof. Andy Trees talks to Prof. Rung about her experiences overseas. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

From bio to baking to women's and gender studies, senior Rose Poplawski's journey to Roosevelt was anything but linear. As a women's and gender studies major, Rose has found their place advocating for community public health, reproductive rights and gender justice, picking up the 2021 Abraham Lincoln Civic Engagement Award along the way. In this episode, Prof. Marjorie Jolles talks to Rose about their path to RU and what comes next. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

When the FDA gave emergency-use authorization to Pfizer BioNTech's COVID-19 vaccine for children ages 5 to 11, many parents let out a collective sigh of relief. Parents also had questions on the safety of the vaccine for their children. Guest host Dr. Melissa Hogan, dean of the College of Science, Health and Pharmacy, speaks with Dr. Bedrija Nikocevic and Dr. Cathy DiVincenzo about the vaccine in young kids.Dr. Nikocevic is an assistant professor of clinical sciences in the Doctor of Pharmacy program. After working in community pharmacy for eight years, Dr. Nikocevic now cares for patients as a clinical pharmacist on Chicago's South Side.Dr. DiVincenzo is a pediatrician with a very successful private practice, Kids First Pediatric Partners. She also serves on Advocate Children's Hospital Physician Advisory Council and on the Advocate Lutheran General Physician Partners Board of Directors.This episode is part of our COVID-19 Vaccine Explained series. Since we recorded this podcast, the announcement of a new variant, Omicron, hit the news. While much is still unknown about the variant, vaccines still remain our most powerful tool against COVID-19. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode of And Justice for All, guest host and professor Andy Trees welcomes trustee Sharon Bush. The two talk about what drew her to the University, first as a student and now on the Board of Trustees.This September, alumna and nonprofit leader Sharon Bush was voted in as a member of the Roosevelt University Board of Trustees. Sharon has over 20 years of nonprofit and business experience and currently serves as President of the Grand Victoria Foundation. She is responsible for overseeing a $150 million endowment and a talented team of equity-minded, compassionate social justice leaders. Andy and Sharon also dive into her childhood growing up on the West Side of Chicago and being bussed to a school on the Northwest Side. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode of And Justice for All, guest host Andy Trees is joined by Professor Anne-Marie Cusac. The two talk in depth about her poetry and work in investigative reporting.Listen now: On November 4, Professor Cusac will moderate our panel on Emma Lazarus, the Statue of Liberty, and the Problem of Immigration. This panel will be a conversation with Esther Schor, Leonard L. Milberg '53 Professor of American Jewish Studies and Professor of English, Princeton University, the author of Emma Lazarus (Schocken Press), the definitive biography of Lazarus' life.The American Dream Reconsidered Conference is free and open to the public. View all the sessions at roosevelt.edu/americandream. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode of And Justice for All, guest host Andy Trees is joined by Dean Kelly Wentz-Hunter. The two chat about what COVID-19 has revealed about our health care system.Listen now: On November 3, Dean Wentz-Hunter will moderate our panel on Public Health & Health Care in a "Post"-Pandemic World. Panelists will include:· Dr. Carlos del Rio, Professor of Medicine at Emory University School of Medicine and Co-Director of the Emory Center for AIDS Research · Dr. Ngozi Ezike, Director of the State of Illinois Department of Public HealthThe American Dream Reconsidered conference is free and open to the public. View all the sessions at roosevelt.edu/americandream. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode of And Justice for All, guest host Andy Trees is joined by Professor Marjorie Jolles. The two talk in depth on philosophy and the consequences of the choices we make in life. Listen nowOn November 2, Professor Jolles will moderate our panel on Personal Choice and the American Dream.Panelists will include:· Agnes Callard, Associate Professor of Philosophy, University of Chicago, and author of Aspirations (Oxford University Press)· Élis Miller Larsen, graduate student in philosophy, Harvard University, writing on "Ignorance"The American Dream Reconsidered conference is free and open to the public. View all the sessions at roosevelt.edu/americandream. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In today's episode of And Justice For All, guest host Andrew Trees welcomes Professor Ralph Martire. The two walk through recent reforms in education and how we could improve Illinois schools.On November 2, Professor Martire will introduce The Prospects, Hopes and Failures of Educational Achievement at K-12. Alum Ameshia Cross will moderate our panel of experts: - Illinois State Senator Kimberly A. Lightford- Illinois State Senator Christina Pacione-Zayas- Former U.S. representative Mike HondaThe American Dream Reconsidered conference is free and open to the public. View all the sessions at roosevelt.edu/americandream. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

If you could change anything about the American political system what would it be? This question and more get answered in this week's episode. Once again, I will be turning over the podcast to Professor Andrew Trees, who is the co-chair of the programming committee for the American Dream Reconsidered Conference, which will be held from November 1st to November 4th. Andy will be interviewing Professor David Faris. David will be moderating one of our November 1st panels—The American Dream During a Time of Division. David will be talking with David Axelrod, the former senior advisor to President Obama, and to Bill Kristol, a political commentator the former chief of staff to Vice President Quayle. This reprises a panel we held after President Trump was elected, and I'm curious to hear how things have changed in the intervening years. In the podcast, Andy and David have a wide-ranging conversation talking about everything from politics to baseball as they discuss our current political moment. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The last 18 months have been tumultuous as America has faced a series of crises — a global pandemic that brought the economies of the world to a standstill, a bitterly contested presidential election that ended with baseless claims of election fraud and left the nation as divided as ever, and a rise in politically motivated violence and extremism that culminated with an attack on the Capitol itself. With all of this uncertainty, what is the future and possibility of the American Dream? Is there still hope and opportunity? These questions and more will be explored at this year's American Dream Reconsidered conference. This conference provides an occasion to refocus our attention on the future — on how social justice can be promoted in the areas of health care, education and culture, and how the idea of the American Dream can sustain us with a new vision of hope and opportunity.The conference will be held from November first through the fouth. For the next several weeks leading up to the conference I will be turning over the podcast to Professor Andrew Trees, who is co-chair of the programming committee. In this week's episode, Andy will be interviewing Dean Cami McBride. Cami will be moderating our November 4th panel— Women's Leadership and Gender Equity in Law and Medicine, which is being sponsored by the Women's Leadership Council. She will be talking with Andie Harris, author and partner at McDermott Will & Emery, and Dr. Neelum Aggarwal, Associate Professor of Neurological Science at Rush Medical Center. Issues of sex and gender equity remain as relevant as ever, and I'm excited about the upcoming panel. Andy and Cami talk about issues of sex and gender equity, but they also chat about family life and how one handles the many challenges that true equity creates even on the home front. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In the newest episode of And Justice For All, President Ali welcomes Chandler Sullivan, president of the Student Government Association.Chandler dove right into life as a Laker. On top of his work with SGA, he's a resident advisor and part of the team planning our Student Urban Union. Chandler shared some great ideas about getting involved and finding your community at Roosevelt University. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

After a brief summer break, I am thrilled to return to the podcast and all of you listening in. We look forward to a new academic year and new episodes on our students, faculty, staff and social justice legacy.Today, John Fountain joins the podcast to talk about the Unforgotten 51 project and his next endeavor – a year overseas in Ghana as a Fulbright Scholar. WGN-TV was one of the first to pick up the story, then People magazine, Oxygen and Block Club Chicago. But the reporting started with Professor John Fountain and a passionate group of Roosevelt University students. John's journalism class accepted the weighty project of covering 51 women murdered in Chicago since 2001. For John and his students, the women were more than statistics. They were complex human beings whose stories deserved to be told.Please enjoy our conversation. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Record numbers of Black women are winning mayoral seats in big American cities. In today's live episode, we welcome three mayors from the Chicago area — who also happen to be Roosevelt alumnae. Sheila Chalmers-Currin, Katrina Thompson and Tiffany Henyard joined us in honor of Juneteenth. You'll hear about their successes and commitment to their communities through all of today's challenges. Toyia Stewart will take it from here. Please enjoy. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

After several years in human resources, Stephanie Koenig joined the Roosevelt MBA program to level up in her career. Her mentor, alum Joana Ardelean, is a senior director of human resources and a former mentee herself. On this episode, Stephanie and Joana explain how the program helped guide their career journey. They also break down what they wish other students knew about mentoring. I hope you enjoy the conversation See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Aleksandra Mierzejewska wanted to find a career mentor before she even graduated from Roosevelt University. She joined the Professional Mentoring Program to figure out how she could help service members cope with stress and trauma as a full-time job. Through the program, Aleksandra met alum Alexa Brainin, clinical supervisor at Chicago Behavioral Hospital. In this episode, the two share how they've helped each other grow and what they've accomplished in the few months since they met. Please enjoy. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Landing a dream job takes hard work, a little luck and a strong network. Founded in 2016, the Professional Mentoring Program matches working professionals — from recent PhD graduates to C-suite executives — with mentees who hope to break into their fields after graduation.In this episode, I'm joined by Kristy Kotek and Jessica Mueller, who organize more than a hundred mentor and mentee pairs at Roosevelt University. We'll talk about how the program has helped our students weather a difficult job market and make lasting career connections.I hope you'll enjoy our conversation. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Asking for help is never easy, according to Roosevelt University alum and therapist Melisa Alaba. She says that many women, people of color, and other communities have learned to just keep things moving. Those who do ask for help often feel like they aren’t heard or understood. In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, Melisa Alaba and moderator Chidima Anusiem (CHIH-dih-mah Ah-NOO-see-um) talks about taking care of yourself and others. She’ll discuss how the COVID crisis and racial injustices have increased stressors, and how you can prioritize your well-being.This episode is a live recording of an event hosted by the Women’s Leadership Council. Please enjoy. ] See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

More than 118 million Americans are fully vaccinated from COVID-19. What will it take to reach herd immunity and get through to the vaccine holdouts?Today’s episode welcomes four Roosevelt University experts to answer your biggest COVID vaccine questions. Our science and pharmacy faculty will break down the new variants, vaccine hesitancy and the Johnson & Johnson recall.Now I’ll hand it over to our moderator, Dr. Melissa Hogan. Melissa is the dean of the College of Science, Health and Pharmacy. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Two U.S. presidents, Jimi Hendrix, Frank Sinatra, and hundreds more have graced the Auditorium Theatre stage. On graduation day, Commencement speaker Anthony Rodriguez joins them with his official send-off to his classmates.Back in 2010, Anthony started his career with the Chicago Public Schools district as a substitute bus aide. In 2021, armed with his Roosevelt University degree, he will assume a new role in his field of special education. Anthony and I talked about his path to graduation, the challenges of distance learning, and his love of standup comedy. Congratulations on your well-earned degree, Anthony, and I hope all of you will enjoy our conversation. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

For graduation speaker Mohammad Samra, Commencement is the culmination of a long and difficult journey. He’s spent many late nights churning through homework in his parent’s unfinished basement. He’s worked long hours loading packages for UPS. He’s dealt with loss, self-doubt and the challenges of the pandemic.And on Graduation Day, we get to celebrate him and his accomplishments.In this episode, Mohammad and I talk about his outstanding journalism, overcoming resistance and more. Please enjoy. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

After a year of worldwide protests and a much-awaited trial, Derek Chauvin was found guilty in the murder of George Floyd. Many Americans felt relief to see some semblance of justice. But in the 24 hours after the verdict was announced, police killed at least six more people (Washington Post). How can we work together to create lasting change? In this live episode, three Roosevelt University professors unpack what the trial means for policing and Black communities. You’ll hear from faculty experts in law, crime reporting and psychology. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Illinois still has a redlining problem. Decades ago, the government labeled Black neighborhoods as “high risk” for home loans. And we’re still feeling the legacy of this policy today. In 2020, WBEZ and City Bureau found that for every dollar that Chicago lenders invested in mostly white neighborhoods, they only invested 12 cents in mostly Black neighborhoods.How can urban communities of color break the cycle of disinvestment? Guest host Collete English Dixon, executive director of the Marshall Bennett Institute of Real Estate, welcomes Ralph Martire to explain a proposed new state program.If you’ve listened to our last few episodes, you know that Ralph is the Arthur Rubloff Professor of Public Policy at Roosevelt University. He also serves as the executive director of the Center of Tax and Budget Accountability, a bipartisan think tank. This episode is the last in a three-part series on the CTBA’s work to address racial and economic disparities. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Illinois school funding was never created equal, but the system remains broken along racial lines today. Last year, African American students at underfunded schools faced an average funding gap of $1,400 more each year than white students at similar schools. Guest host Tom Philion, dean of the College of Education, sits down with Ralph Martire to talk about what we can do to dismantle structural racism from kindergarten to college.Ralph is the Arthur Rubloff Professor of Public Policy at Roosevelt University. He also serves as the executive director of the Center of Tax and Budget Accountability, a bipartisan think tank. This episode is the second in a three-part series on the CTBA’s work to address racial and economic disparities. I learned much from their rich conversation, and I am sure you will too. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Public policy touches every part of our daily lives: where our tax dollars go, where we can afford to live, what opportunities our children receive in school. In this episode, Ralph Martire explains how the Center for Budget and Tax Accountability is taking on systemic challenges through policy reform.Ralph Martire is the Arthur Rubloff Professor of Public Policy at Roosevelt University. He also serves as the executive director of the CTBA, a bipartisan think tank. You may have read his columns in your local newspaper or heard him on the news.Ralph and I talk about how he got his start in public policy and the CTBA’s evidence-based approach to social justice. This episode is the first in a three-part series on their work to address racial and economic disparities.I hope you’ll enjoy. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Education is the key to unlock the American Dream. So what will it take for all students to have equal access to its potential, and equal power to shape our democracy?For 40 years, the Reverend Dr. Janette Wilson has been trying to answer that question. Since its inception, she’s worked with the Rainbow PUSH Coalition to advocate for excellence in education for all students. In this episode, she’ll share stories from her struggle for racial and gender equity.This episode was recorded live as part of our Women’s History Month series. Pat Harris, our Board of Trustees Chair, will take it away from here. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Our University namesake, Eleanor Roosevelt, once said that “a good leader inspires people to have confidence in the leader. A great leader inspires people to have confidence in themselves.” On today’s episode, you’ll meet three Roosevelt students who are the next generation of women leaders. They reflect on how to challenge bias, obstacles to gender equity and their role models. This episode was recorded live and is the second in our Women’s History Month series. I’ll let Mablene Krueger take it from here. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In 2020-21, over 3,200 students received a scholarship or grant from Roosevelt University. In this episode, you’ll meet three of them: LaShaundra, Ellen and Vanessa.This episode is a recording of a recent donor appreciation event. During the panel, our students looked back on what led them to Roosevelt, shared some of their most fulfilling memories, and said thank you to the donors who helped them achieve their dreams.Listen here: LINKGuest host Jamar Orr, dean of students and vice president of student affairs, moderated the open and personal conversation. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Pearl Buck, one of Roosevelt’s first advisory board members, said that “All things are possible until they are proved impossible — and even the impossible may only be so as of now.” On a special live episode for International Women's day, our extraordinary guests talked about redefining what’s possible as leaders.Our Women’s Leadership Council co-chairs, Larissa Herczeg and Ann Ford, offered a personal perspective on obstacles to gender equality. They also shared their best advice for anyone who aspires to be a leader, no matter what your title is.I hope you enjoy their conversation. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

As a clinical pharmacist, Dr. Jason Alegro has been on the front lines treating patients with severe cases of COVID-19. Dr. Alegro joins the podcast to share his perspective and talk about the newest treatment options available for patients.Dr. Alegro is an assistant professor of clinical sciences at Roosevelt University. In addition to his teaching and advising duties, Dr. Alegro practices as an Infectious Diseases Clinical Pharmacy Specialist at Mount Sinai Hospital in Chicago.This episode is part of the COVID-19 Vaccine Explained series. Our guest host today is Dr. Melissa Hogan, Dean of the College of Science, Health and Pharmacy. I hope you’ll enjoy their conversation. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

COVID-19 and Communities of ColorThe coronavirus pandemic has infected millions in the United States, disproportionately affecting Black and Brown communities. In this moving episode, Dr. Tamara Marshall will speak directly to those most affected by the pandemic.Dr. Marshall spent 10 years in academic medicine at the University of Chicago and Sinai Children’s Hospital. She transitioned to the pharmacy industry in 2008, where she has served as a medical science liaison for the past 12 years. Recently she has been a powerful advocate for equitable and quality health care.Dr. Marshall will address rumors about the vaccine and answer questions about COVID-19 in Black and Brown communities.This episode is part of the COVID-19 Vaccine Explained series. Our guest host is Dr. Melissa Hogan, Dean of the College of Science, Health and Pharmacy. I hope you’ll enjoy their conversation. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

As the rollout of the COVID-19 vaccine speeds up, so does the spread of misinformation. Dr. Bedrija Nikocevic will break down some common myths and give you the science about the risks and benefits of the vaccine.Dr. Nikocevic is an assistant professor of clinical sciences in the Doctor of Pharmacy program. After working in community pharmacy for eight years, Dr. Nikocevic now cares for patients as a clinical pharmacist on Chicago’s South Side.Today’s episode is also part of the COVID-19 Vaccine Explained series. Our guest host is Dr. Melissa Hogan, Dean of the College of Science, Health and Pharmacy.I hope you’ll enjoy their conversation. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Some U.S. health care workers got their first dose of the coronavirus vaccine just 12 months after the country’s first confirmed case. How did scientists develop new vaccines so quickly, and how do we know they work?Dr. Bob Seiser, associate professor of biology and chemistry, will walk us through the process of creating a vaccine from trial to a vial. A cell biologist by training, Dr. Seiser has nearly 20 years of experience teaching and sponsoring student research.This episode is the first in the four-part COVID-19 Vaccine Explained series. Our guest host is Dr. Melissa Hogan, dean of the College of Science, Health, and Pharmacy. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Today, the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. is often watered down and sanitized. But in reality, he was a radical leader who believed fervently in the beloved community, economic justice and ending war. On today’s episode, guest host Jamar Orr will welcome the Reverend Dr. Jeremiah Wright to talk about Dr. King’s legacy in the 21st century.Reverend Wright became the pastor of Trinity United Church of Christ in 1972. Under his leadership, its membership grew from 87 to over 8,000 members by 2008. As a thought leader in the Black theology movement, he has lectured at seminaries and universities across the United States.Jamar and Reverend Wright reflected on the Civil Rights Movement, Dr. King’s revolutionary message and the recent attack on Capitol Hill. I hope you’ll enjoy this powerful lesson in history. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The past year has been, in a word, unprecedented. What can history teach us about living through COVID-19? On this episode, Professor Gina Buccola will join me to talk about three Roosevelt University courses that investigate how diseases shaped history. Gina is a professor of English and chair of the humanities department. Through the Shakespeare Project of Chicago, Gina adapted a new, devastating eyewitness account of the 1603 plague. She and three actors will perform “News From Gravesend: The Wonderful Year” live over Zoom next week.I hope you’ll enjoy our conversation about how the humanities can help us understand our current crisis. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

As a Roosevelt student, Vanessa has led several student organizations, presented her psychology research as a McNair Scholar and welcomed new Lakers during orientation. In fall 2019, Vanessa’s doctors gave her a diagnosis that changed her college experience.In this episode, guest host Emily Alvelo, director of student involvement, talks with Vanessa about what inspires her and overcoming obstacles on her path to graduation. This episode is the first in a series where we’ll get to know Roosevelt students. Join us in the next few weeks to meet more Lakers and hear how they’re making an impact at Roosevelt. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

As demand for health care professionals surges, the new College of Science, Health and Pharmacy brings 16 Roosevelt University programs together under one umbrella. Dean Melissa Hogan and Co-Dean Kelly Wentz-Hunter talk about what the new college means for student programs, research and career opportunities.Dr. Hogan joined the Roosevelt faculty in 2012 with 17 years of experience in pharmacy education. She has served as the dean of the College of Pharmacy since 2016. Dr. Wentz-Hunter joined the Roosevelt faculty in 2006 and has served as a professor of biology and chair of the Biological, Physical and Health Sciences department.President Ali spoke with Melissa and Kelly about health disparities, critical needs in health care, and new opportunities for collaboration. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

For the last several months, businesses across America have publicly declared their commitment to social justice and inclusion. Have we reached a turning point in the long fight for equity?In this week’s episode, President Ali welcomes Roosevelt trustee Joyce E. Tucker to talk about her new role at the University and her perspective on this moment of reckoning.Joyce E. Tucker is the former vice president of global diversity and employee rights for The Boeing Company. With more than thirty years of experience, she is a nationally recognized expert in equal employment opportunity and affirmative action.President Ali spoke with her about the future of diversity and inclusion, as well as her goals as a Board of Trustees member. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

What can international comparisons teach us about Trump, COVID-19, the Democrats and our history? In this episode, political experts from the United States, United Kingdom and Germany will offer a global perspective on the 2020 election. This episode is presented by Roosevelt University and the Political Philosophy Podcast. The conversation was recorded as a live panel discussion as a part of the American Dream Reconsidered lecture series.In November, guest host Toby Buckle and David Faris will return with a new group of guests to break down the election results. Panelists Ian Dunt edits the website Politics.co.uk from the Houses of Parliament and contributes regularly to a variety of newspapers and magazines, including the Guardian, the Irish Times, the Washington Post and Prospect. He is one of the hosts on the hit podcast Remainiacs and his new show The Bunker. His new book, How to Be a Liberal, came out in 2020 to much acclaim.Roosevelt political science professor David Faris is the author of It’s Time to Fight Dirty: How Democrats Can Build a Lasting Majority in American Politics and The Kids are All Left: How Young Voters Will Unite America. He is a contributing writer at The Week and has published op-eds with Buzzfeed, the Washington Post and The New Republic, among many other major outlets.Susan Neiman serves as the director of the Einstein Forum in Berlin. Born in Atlanta, Georgia, Neiman studied philosophy at Harvard and the Freie Universität Berlin and was professor of philosophy at Yale and Tel Aviv University. She is the author of several books, most recently Learning from the Germans: Race and the Memory of Evil. Toby Buckle is a British-born political activist, organizer, fundraiser and podcast host. He has spent the last 10 years working in the United States for a wide range of Democratic candidates and human rights organizations. In 2017, Toby created the Political Philosophy Podcast and grew it from a handful of listeners to a significant, recognized platform for public philosophy. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

How can entrepreneurs balance doing good with doing business? In this week’s episode, President Ali Malekzadeh sat down with new Roosevelt trustee JC Gonzalez-Mendez, whose leadership philosophy is all about integrity. JC started his career as the first employee of McDonald’s Corporation Mexico. He rose in the organization to become SVP of global corporate social responsibility, sustainability and philanthropy. In 2016, JC founded GM Integritas Consulting. President Ali spoke to JC about his time with the Golden Arches, his social justice engagement and his goals as a Roosevelt University trustee. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Professors Margaret Rung and Andrew Trees continue their roles as guest hosts as they discuss Eleanor and Franklin Delano Roosevelt, two towering figures in American history.As the director of the University’s Center for New Deal Studies, Margie Rung is our resident expert in all things Roosevelt. She and professor Andy Trees will talk about the legacies of our University namesakes in the context of this year’s conference theme, Eleanor Roosevelt’s American dream.Margaret Rung and Andy Trees are co-chairs of the programming committee for the American Dream Reconsidered Conference, held September 14–17. Learn more and register for the virtual conference at roosevelt.edu/americandream. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.