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Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science embodies our namesake's spirit of inquiry, diligence, and academic excellence through our interprofessional vision and mission, which further drives our faculty and students. We welcome our students to a rich and inclusive campus community, and take pride in creating an experience where students can hone their skills as they work toward advancing their healthcare or science professions. Upon arrival, a statue of Rosalind Franklin will greet you at the entrance to the university. If you look close enough, you will notice that it is surrounded by the distinguished Photo 51 design.
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Schools and Colleges
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RFU's six colleges and schools include the Chicago Medical School, College of Health Professions, College of Nursing, College of Pharmacy, Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine, and School of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies. Collectively, these colleges offer 30+ healthcare and biomedical science degrees. Each school and program provides specialized degrees and training, uniquely equipping students for fulfilling and successful careers. Students, faculty and staff collaborate interprofessionally across programs in an inclusive learning environment that prepares students improve the health and wellness of the communities they will serve.
Sheinin Gross Anatomy Lab
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The Gross Anatomy Laboratory serves as a large active learning space for you if your curriculum requires anatomy or clinical anatomy course content. The lab is equipped with 40 touchscreen workstations which you can use to access course notes and dissection videos. Our facility truly shapes the dissection experience by aiming to support your learning in an interactive environment. Additionally, you also have the opportunity of advancing your knowledge through tutoring and small group learning which is supported by the technologies and learning centers of the Anatomy Resource Center.
Experiential Learning Labs
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Experiential learning is ingrained in curricula across RFU's programs. Our experiential learning labs, facilities and partnerships are designed to connect theoretical knowledge with practical application. Whether you're exploring the intricacies of biomedical science, the complexities of nursing practice, or the nuances of physical therapy, our state-of-the-art facilities and dedicated faculty are here to support and enhance your learning journey through hands-on learning.
Classroom Spaces
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RFU has a variety of lecture halls and other classrooms that can be used for events and gatherings when class is not in session. Some of these events include Biopathways - a monthly event series featuring prominent bioentrepreneurs, biotech executives and biotech venture capitalists - president town halls, and presentations put on by some of our colleges. In addition, these spaces serve as a hub for student organizations. RFU has over 100 student organizations offering opportunities to relax, pursue other interests, and connect with others who share your interests and offer new perspectives.
On-campus Simulation
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RFU's Center for Advanced Simulation is proud to provide you with advanced technology that simulates many facets of clinical practice. In these learning spaces are an Outpatient Clinic that simulates an actual physician's office; the Inpatient Critical Care unit, which replicates an authentic hospital setting; and an operating room that simulates actual surgical settings. Our accredited Center for Advanced Simulation offers the most authentic introduction to real-life practices and technology designed to enhance your clinical skills.
Center for Advanced Simulation in Healthcare
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In addition to our simulation center on campus, we also have a Center for Advanced Simulation in Healthcare located at Northwestern Medicine Huntley Hospital in Huntley, Illinois. This accredited simulation center uses a wide range of methods and technology to guarantee you a highly realistic learning and assessment experience. The 30,000-square-foot facility provides a "virtual health system" that simulates inpatient hospital rooms, a birthing suite, operating room and ambulance. Students practice clinical encounters on high-fidelity manikins and with standardized patients.These simulations spaces provide a safe environment for learning and developing clinical skills, without risk of harm to actual patients.
Boxer Library
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The Boxer library is the perfect space to focus on your studies and engage with your peers in an openly collaborative environment. Take advantage of our computers, which provide online and on-campus access to thousands of e-books and journals readily available for you through the library website. Along with supporting your educational needs, our library staff offers services including scanning journal articles for you, reference assistance, and information literacy instruction. This 24-hour study space ensures you have plenty of room to focus and includes quiet areas to cater to your study preferences.
Innovation and Research Park
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In our one hundred thousand square foot Innovation and Research Park, scientists and students are discovering new ways to diagnose and treat devastating diseases such as Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, cystic fibrosis and cancer. But the groundbreaking work in our labs is just the beginning. Changing and saving lives also takes close collaboration with industry partners — innovators who can help translate and accelerate our lab discoveries into desperately-needed therapeutics and diagnostics. Each floor of the building includes shared spaces that facilitate conversation and collaboration between researchers and industry.
Interprofessional Community Clinic
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The Interprofessional Community Clinic is a free clinic for the uninsured that serves our surrounding community and provides a valuable clinical opportunity for RFU students. On Thursday evenings, interprofessional teams of clinicians and students from programs including Allopathic Medicine, Pharmacy, Physical Therapy, Physician Assistant, Podiatric Medicine, and Psychology come together at the RFU Health Clinics to provide basic primary care, behavioral health, physical therapy and podiatric care. In response to community needs, the ICC is expanding its offerings to include specialty services. Leadership opportunities are available for students through the Interprofessional Clinic Initiative, the student organization that coordinates ICC operations.
Clinical Partners
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Clinical partnerships with hospitals and health systems in Chicagoland and throughout the United States provide RFU students with a broad range of experiences serving diverse patient populations. Our clinical partners offer opportunities for our students to learn from leaders in multiple urban, suburban and rural healthcare settings, rather than completing rotations in a single affiliated hospital. RFU students begin clinical training early on and are well-prepared to work in interprofessional teams. This progressive educational training model ultimately yields benefits for our clinical partners in enhanced patient satisfaction, quality patient outcomes, and employee job satisfaction.
Housing
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Both on-campus and off-campus student housing options offer an independent community with the conveniences of traditional residential programs, such as live-in student community managers, opportunities for community building, and organized activities. RFU's campus and housing facilities are surrounded by abundant green spaces that encourage recreation and socialization. Students often venture outdoors to play disc golf, sand volleyball, tennis, or basketball, or to gather with peers and relax on the lawns. Additionally, many enjoy running or walking along the adjacent trails that wind through our picturesque campus grounds.
Student Health and Wellness
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As an institution focused on building the next generation of healthcare professionals, RFU is committed to ensuring that our students have easy access to individualized health care. Our Student Health and Wellness Center provides primary care, student counseling, lab services, and student occupational health services to all students at RFU. All routine appointments are provided at no cost to our students.
Fitness Spaces
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RFU's Fitness and Recreation program offers a variety of facilities and opportunities to help you stay active, achieve wellness, and build community along the way. It's important to us that you balance school and life outside RFU during your studies. Whether you're maintaining a routine or building a new one; our fitness center, fitness classes, athletic fields, intramural sports and relaxation spaces aim to provide you with a culture of wellness on campus so that you can continue to prioritize and benefit from physical activity.
Student Spaces
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Helping students maintain a healthy school-life balance is a priority at RFU. We offer a variety of fitness and relaxation options to support your health and well-being. Join your fellow students for TRX, Zumba and pilates, or work out at your own pace with the cardio machines, free weights and lifting equipment in our fitness center. When you're ready to relax, enjoy a friendly game of ping pong, pool or foosball in the game room, or catch the game or play some XBOX in the TV lounge. Need some quiet time? Head to the nap nook for some quick shuteye, or the reflection room for meditation or prayer.
DNA Cafe
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When you need to refuel, stop by the DNA Cafe, which offers a variety of fresh, healthy and tasty options. Start your day with a selection of hot and cold breakfast items. Enjoy sandwiches and wraps prepared fresh for you. Grab a slice of house-made pizza or a salad to go. Get a burger from the grill or see what's cooking at the hot food station. You'll also find your favorite sweet and salty snacks, fresh fruit and bottled water, soda and juices. Need a pick me up? The friendly baristas at our coffee bar are ready with hot and cold brews, teas and smoothies.
Spirit Store
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Put your school spirit on display with official RFU-branded t-shirts, sweatshirts, hats and more from our on-campus spirit store. We offer an array of quality products at very reasonable prices. Stop by to purchase RFU merchandise, school supplies, medical instruments, lab equipment and garments, convenience items, greeting cards and gifts. Course textbooks are available via our online partner. Have questions or need to place a special order? Just ask a member of the spirit store's friendly, knowledgeable staff, and they will be happy to help. The store is owned and operated by the university, and all store profits benefit the RFU Student Scholarship Fund.
Nearby Communities
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The city of North Chicago is located in Lake County, Illinois, approximately forty miles north of Chicago and 60 miles south of Milwaukee, Wisconsin. While you have easy access to bustling, world-class Chicago, Lake County offers a quality of life that is more affordable and slower-paced, with quaint towns, miles of hiking trails, and Lake Michigan's shoreline nearby. The neighboring towns of Lake Bluff and Libertyville are home to some of our students' favorite restaurants and coffee shops. RFU makes scheduled shuttle runs to and from the Metra Union Pacific North commuter train line in Lake Bluff, making trips into Chicago convenient for students.
Our Students
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No matter if you are studying to be a physician, pharmacist, physical therapist, nurse, biomedical scientist, or in another health profession you will learn with, from and about other students at Rosalind Franklin University. This team-based, interdisciplinary approach has made RFU a national leader in interprofessional medical and healthcare education and research. Rosalind Franklin University welcomes future students who both reflect and value the diversity of the patients and communities they will serve.
Alumni Success
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As one of our graduates, you're part of a 23,000+ member alumni network and the growing RFU family. Our graduates go on to work across the nation and the world in prestigious institutions, continuing to evolve the changing world of health care. RFU's Alumni Opportunity Center is solely for the benefit of RFU alumni, helping graduates find the next step in their careers. We're here to support your career and help you stay in touch.
