Rush Alumni

Rush University has granted over 15,600 degrees since its inception in 1972. In addition, we enjoy the support of 2,500 alumni from our predecessor schools.

[Rush Alumni @RushUAlumni]

⏳ Don't miss out on the chance to support the next generation of physicians at Rush Medical College. Help us reach our goal of sponsoring every student at the upcoming White Coat Ceremony. Make your gift today and be a part of something special!🎓
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[Rush University System for Health @RushMedical]

Rush University Medical Center has again been named one of the nation’s top hospitals, securing a spot on @usnews' prestigious #BestHospitals Honor Roll for the fifth straight year. https://t.co/itnvS4UsbJ

[Rush Alumni @RushUAlumni]

📅 Save the date! Rush’s annual White Coat Ceremony is Saturday, September 7. Let's come together to welcome our incoming Rush Medical College students by sponsoring their white coats and stethoscopes: https://t.co/qMV6l0Sgi5 . Your support makes a difference! 🩺

[RUSH Radiation Oncology @RushRadOnc]

@RushRadOnc Alumni, join us @ASTRO_org for our inaugural alumni social event, sponsored by @RushUAlumni! #ASTRO2023 #radonc ☢️

[Rush Alumni @RushUAlumni]

For Golden Lamp Society scholarship recipient Charlene Gamboa, PhD ’21, being a trailblazer has come with big challenges — and rewards

Check out her inspiring story! https://t.co/xiEtmzx531

[Rush Alumni @RushUAlumni]

RUSH Medical College alum know how meaningful the annual White Coat Ceremony is to incoming M1s. Join us in supporting students by sponsoring white coats & stethoscopes and sharing a note of wisdom. Click the link below to give back before Aug. 27! https://t.co/KewwxoZj7t

[RushArchives @RushArchives]

150 Years Ago: The Great Chicago Fire, Oct. 8-10, 1871, destroyed the Rush Medical College building at Grand/Dearborn. Rush rebuilt on Chicago's West Side, where it still stands today. MORE about Rush & the 🔥: https://t.co/TBepLW18Jd @RushMedical @RushUniversity #histmed

[RushArchives @RushArchives]

We were saddened to hear of the passing of Rush's trailblazer in #neuroradiology, Michael Huckman, MD, Jan. 19. Learn more about his life and work here: https://t.co/kA0cZdZdfS. @RushUniversity @RushMedical @RushUAlumni @thewomansboard

[RushArchives @RushArchives]

#RU50 1972: Rush’s “Rookies” team wins Ms. Hospital #Softball League, beating Cook County Hospital’s “Blue Devils,” 17-2! MORE: https://t.co/eJqGvOPHRX @RushMedical @RushUniversity @RushUAlumni

[RushArchives @RushArchives]

#RU50 After closing in 1942, the reopened @rushumedcollege celebrated its first Commencement in 1973. Byron Young’s mother flew in from Honolulu and congratulated her son on earning his MD with traditional Hawaiian leis. MORE: https://t.co/4nWbz4LrJO @RushUniversity @RushUAlumni

[RushArchives @RushArchives]

#RU50 1973: Rush president, James Campbell, MD, right, with Illinois Tech (IIT) president, Dr. John Rettaliata. Dr. Campbell was @illinoistech's mid-year commencement speaker. MORE: https://t.co/NZT9wEGIgH @RushUniversity @RushUAlumni

[Rush Alumni @RushUAlumni]

Enjoy a well-deserved FREE coffee at Starbucks this month!

[Starbucks @Starbucks]

You’ve been there for our communities, we're here to support you. 💚

For the month of December, we're offering front-line responders a free tall brewed or iced coffee at participating US stores. From all our partners, thank you.

[RushArchives @RushArchives]

#DiabetesAwarenessMonth: We honor RT Woodyatt, Rush grad (1902), faculty, and Rush's Pres. Hospital staff until his death in 1953. He led the first metabolic lab in the Midwest, est. 1909, and produced the first insulin for Chicago patients. MORE: https://t.co/CfowingI7D @RushMed

[RushArchives @RushArchives]

It's #ElectionDay2020! DID YOU KNOW that Rush founder and Chicago's first health officer, Daniel Brainard, MD, ran for Chicago mayor in 1858? He lost with 46.4% of the vote! His main concerns were the city's health, hospitals, and clean water during a heated era in US politics.

[Rush Alumni @RushUAlumni]

Congratulations!!

[Rush University @RushUniversity]

Laura Johnson @RushUAlumni @RushUNursing, 2011 was nominated as a #HealthCareHero by Mikayla H. “As lead educator of the Cancer Center clinic, she has been vital in helping to create many #COVID19 resources. Her positive attitude & endless support is why she is a true Rush hero.”

[Rush University System for Health @RushMedical]

We're sharing this message far and wide: Black lives matter.

[Rush University @RushUniversity]

Interest in the respiratory therapy career has increased due to the #pandemic. @RushUHealthSci offers the only master’s degree respiratory care program in Illinois and one of only a handful in the nation.
Read more about respiratory therapy at #RushU: https://t.co/REI6sBAD0n

[Rush Alumni @RushUAlumni]

The Oprah Winfrey Foundation has announced a $5 million gift to several nonprofits in Chicago, including @RushMedical as part of a $12 million donation to organizations in 5 cities where she has lived. Thank you! @Oprah #COVID19 https://t.co/2XVh6rwovH

[The Graduate College at Rush University @RushGradCollege]

The Hooding Ceremony is a time honored tradition that honors the accomplishments of graduates. Our 2020 Virtual Hooding Ceremony was no exception.

Celebrate with us in the #RushGradCollege Scienceverse via the link below.

@RushUniversity @RushUAlumni

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[Rush Alumni @RushUAlumni]

@Suntimes caught this video of Rush #HealthCareHeroes enjoying today's Blue Angels flyover

[Chicago Sun-Times @Suntimes]

It was an emotional moment of release for dozens of doctors and nurses who gathered atop a parking garage attached to Rush University Hospital to watch the Blue Angels roar overhead Tuesday.
READ MORE ➡️ https://t.co/EUk8LFO4Vs