Trump’s restrictions on the press are a cause for concern
By Lauren Grimaldi Managing Editor The media has long been referred to as the “Fourth Estate” of our government. Political journalism, when done right, is supposed to give citizens a […]
View ArticleWomen’s basketball team receives first loss of the season
By Ian Jackson Staff Reporter The visiting Ave Maria University Gyrenes were victorious against the Roosevelt University Lakers 66-46. Ave Maria outscored the Roosevelt women’s basketball team 29-9 in...
View Article‘Pitch’ offers baseball lovers a fantasy of history
By Lauren Grimaldi Managing Editor Despite a 113-year history, Major League Baseball has never seen a female athlete compete in a game. Jackie Robinson may have broke the color-barrier back […]
View ArticleA Beginner’s Guide to Chicago’s Specialty Doughnut Shop
By Joe Molina Business Manager Doughnuts are often associated as nothing more than a fried dough ring, or an irresistible delight that has long been a breakfast staple. Specialty doughnuts […]
View ArticleSGA discusses outreach initiatives
By Dominic Gwinn Staff Reporter Roosevelt’s Student Government Association held a meeting on Thursday, November 30 to discuss outreach initiatives for the forthcoming Spring 2017 semester. Students...
View ArticleThe trials and tribulations of finals week
By Torch Editorial Staff The most awful time of the year is here. College students will type incessantly at their computers until they reach the coveted word or page count. […]
View ArticleHoliday gift guide
By Torch Editorial Staff As the holidays approach, there’s surely someone on your list that you just do not know what to buy. Lucky for you, the Torch is here […]
View ArticlePentatonix drops new Christmas album
Megan Schuller Editor in Chief For anyone looking to get into the Christmas spirit, look no further than Pentatonix’s new Christmas album. Titled “A Pentatonix Christmas” it is filled with […]
View ArticleHema’s Kitchen is a cozy spot for good food
By Zachary Wright Contributing Reporter Hema’s Kitchen is a popular restaurant located in the heart of the village of Little India. Hema’s Kitchen’s off the radar location makes them a […]
View ArticleGamma Phi Omega show how holidays are celebrated around the world
By David Villegas Contributing Reporter The Iota Chapter of the Gamma Phi Omega sorority along with Phi Iota Alpha, the International Student Association, the International Students Committee Club and...
View ArticleChicago Artists Coalition hosts two exhibitions
By David Villegas Contributing Reporter The Chicago Artists Coalition, a nonprofit organization which aims to establish a diverse community of artists through corporate partnerships, recently hosted a...
View ArticleMen’s basketball team falls short against Trinity 80-79
By Ian Jackson Staff Reporter In a fight from start to finish, the Lakers fell 80-79 in their game against Trinity International University on November 30. Kyle Bumbalough scored a […]
View Article‘La La Land’ dances to its own tune
By Zachary Wright Contributing Reporter Set in the hills of Hollywood, “La La Land” is a musical wonder that deserves to be put in its own category. The story takes […]
View ArticleTenure professors take on extra class for spring semester
By: Megan Schuller Editor in Chief Starting this spring semester of 2017, Roosevelt’s course load for tenure professors will increase from three to four. Tenure, tenure track, and full time […]
View Article‘Building A Stronger Roosevelt’: A Q&A with Provost Lois Becker
By Lauren Grimaldi Managing Editor Facing deep financial challenges, administrators at Roosevelt are tasked with keeping the university afloat while changes are made. In the late stages of fall...
View ArticleWomen’s softball about to begin, but where’s the coach?
By Ian Jackson Staff Reporter The Roosevelt Softball team’s season is about to get underway. They have been practicing in the offseason working on their individual skills, but there […]
View ArticleMen’s baseball team on the road to make history
By Ian Jackson Staff Reporter Baseball season is about to get underway and coach Steve Marchi is preparing his team for the tough road ahead but he believes they are […]
View ArticleMy Place is a Spot Worth Trying
By Zachary Wright Contributing Reporter Located off the Cermack stop on the Red Line, My Place serves pretty good meals for cheap in Chinatown. My Place is open until 2 […]
View ArticleMake the Press Free Again
By Torch Editorial Staff Shortly after Donald J. Trump took the Oath of Office last week, protests rang out across the world. The Women’s March sent a message to the […]
View ArticleRoosevelt Remembers Ashanti McCall
By Megan Schuller Editor-In-Chief Fall 2016 Roosevelt graduates walked across the Auditorium stage on Commencement day, but there was one student missing. Ashanti McCall’s spot in line was not empty […]
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