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Standing left to right: Robert S.D. Higgins, president of Rush University; Nadine Lerret, College of Health Sciences associate dean of academic and Al integration; Julie Hoff, provost of Rush University; Christine M. Kennedy, dean of the College of Nursing; and Pete Batra, senior vice president and dean of Rush Medical College.
University

A Vision for the Future of Academic Health Care

Rush University leaders adapt with purpose to uncover new opportunities to build a stronger, more resilient future for health care

George Fitchett, co-founder and senior advisor for Transforming Chaplaincy, stands at the left, while Csaba Szilagyi, director of Transforming Chaplaincy, stands to the right, with Rush University Medical Center's hospital tower in the background.
University

Celebrating 10 Years of Transforming Chaplaincy

Rush University College of Health Sciences program is a national leader in advancing spiritual care through research

Jeffrey Borgia, PhD, writes from the other side of a clear surface.
Cancer

The Evolution of Lung Cancer Detection and Care

Rush research helps people live longer, better lives after a lung cancer diagnosis

Katrina Martin and her son Rob participate in the 2023 Swim Across America – Chicago Open Water Swim, honoring her late husband, Dana, with their team sign.
Cancer

‘Here, I Feel Powerful’

Katrina Martin finds community and strength through annual swim that raises funds for cancer research and care

Dr. Christopher Goetz
Brain Health & Conditions

Honoring Christopher G. Goetz, MD

The force behind Rush’s powerhouse Parkinson’s disease and movement disorders program

Sherry Koppel sits on a red chair
Brain Health & Conditions

Sherry’s Journey: Living Fully With Parkinson’s

How Sherry Koppel turned her Parkinson’s disease diagnosis into a mission — giving back, inspiring others and embracing each day

Pictured standing from left to right are Miral D. Jhaveri, MD, MBA; Angela M. Moss, PhD, APRN, FAAN; Barbara A. Swanson, PhD, RN, FAAN; Sharon D. Gates, DSW; and Steven K. Rothschild, MD.
University

A Continued Investment in Rush’s Future

Rush University honors, supports the work of five more faculty members with endowed appointments

A group of panelists talk at the Chicago Sports Summit.
Research

Supporting Orthopedic Research Through Sport

At the Chicago Sports Summit, attendees get a behind-the-scenes look at sports in the city while contributing to groundbreaking research at Rush

Rush University President Robert S.D. Higgins, MD, MSHA, takes part in a student onboarding fair.
University

Building on Our ‘Extraordinary’ Traditions

A conversation with Rush University President Robert S.D. Higgins, MD, MSHA, about Rush’s defining characteristics, his vision for the future, and the importance of research and development

Mary Haffner Holloway lifts her arms in celebration after participating in Swim Across America's Chicago Open Water Swim.
Cancer

A Lasting Legacy

Through Swim Across America, Mary Haffner Holloway keeps late brother’s spirit alive by participating in the event he loved — all while supporting cancer research at Rush