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RUSH Medical College, Alumni
As we embark on another exciting academic year, we warmly welcome our incoming and returning students to the vibrant community at Rush University. This time of year brings renewed energy and anticipation, and we look…
Research
As the fifth president of Rush University and chief academic officer and senior vice president of Rush, Robert S.D. Higgins, MD, MSHA, the James A. Campbell, MD, Presidential Chair, is responsible for sustaining and b…
Research
Outdoor light at night could be a significant risk factor in Alzheimer’s disease, according to new research from Rush.While light pollution is associated with increased risk of some disorders and diseases, this is the…
College of Nursing
The health care workforce urgently needs more nurses. One of the biggest barriers to preparing additional nursing leaders and clinicians — for colleges of nursing nationwide — is the availability of clinical placement…
Research
Rush University recently announced its inaugural awardees for its newest research funding award, “RUSH to Progress: Accelerating Research Through Pilot Awards.”RUSH to Progress is a new pilot funding program for Rush…
Community
Everyone deserves the chance to live their healthiest lives — no matter who they are, where they live or work. That belief is core to what we do at Rush University System for Health. We’re highlighting this…
Events
Chicago is hosting the Democratic National Convention from Aug. 19 to Aug. 22. With events at the United Center, McCormick Place and other venues around Chicago, the convention will lead to road closures and likely tr…
RUSH Medical College, Research, Awards & Recognitions
Erin E. Emery-Tiburcio, PhD, ABPP, professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, and Geriatric Medicine at Rush Medical College, has received a Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program award for the 2024-2025 academic y…
Awards & Recognitions, RUSH Medical College, College of Nursing, Community
Four Rush University students have been selected for the 2024-2025 Schweitzer Fellowship. As fellows, Sayyida Hasan, Rush Medical College; Trevor Poulson, Rush Medical College; Nicole Safran College of Nursing; and N…
Student Stories, College of Nursing
Coming from a family without great financial resources, Delilah Flexas needed to work hard to find opportunities, even before she was in high school. Back then, she knew she wanted a career in medicine when she grew u…
