Alumni Relations

The Office of Alumni Relations, located in the 1700 W. Van Buren Building, has been established to provide a planned, coordinated program of service and activities of mutual interest and benefit to Rush University, the Medical Center, and all alumni. Although Rush University, founded in 1972, is a relatively young institution, it has already conferred more than 10,000 degrees in the health professions since its inception, and this dynamic growth continues. The objectives of the Alumni Relations office are to provide channels for alumni of Rush Medical College, the College of Nursing, the College of Health Sciences, The Graduate College and the House Staff to remain informed of current developments at the Medical Center; develop an active interest in and involvement with their alma mater; maintain contact with fellow alumni and faculty; take advantage of continuing education opportunities offered through Rush University; respond positively through both financial and philosophical support; and promote and perpetuate the high standards of excellence in patient care, education and scientific advancement consistent with the objectives of Rush University Medical Center. Formally organized alumni associations exist for graduates of Rush Medical College, the College of Nursing, the Department of Health Systems Management, and the Department of Occupational Therapy. As the numbers of alumni increase from the other programs, organizational efforts are being undertaken for them as well. For more information concerning membership in one of the existing alumni associations or services available through the Office of Alumni Relations, call (312) 942-7165 or (312) 942-7227 (Medical College, Health Sciences, Graduate College) or (312) 942-7199 (Nursing).