LakersDay Events
Community Appreciation Breakfast
April 20 | 8:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. | Wabash Building Lobby, 425 S. Wabash Avenue
Join us as we recognize our dedicated faculty and staff and officially kick-off LakersDay. Learn more about the RISE Scholarship, socialize, and enjoy coffee and breakfast pastries.
LakersDay Ice Cream Social
April 20 | 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. | McCormick Dining Center, 430 S. Michigan Avenue
Join us to celebrate Laker pride and being part of the Roosevelt community. Enjoy free ice cream sundaes, snap a picture at our photo booth, and write a thank you note to generous donors supporting LakersDay. All are welcome.
Social Media Challenge Presented by Katrina Coakley.
Post your picture on social media using the #rulakersday and receive $20 in LakersDay bucks to place in the college fund of your choice.
Student Leadership Awards
April 20 | 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. | Ida B. Wells Lounge, 430 S. Michigan Avenue
Student leaders and recognized clubs and organizations, you are invited to attend the Student Leadership Award Ceremony. Click here to learn more and register.
Multicultural & Lavender Graduation Celebration
April 20 | 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. | Ida B. Wells Lounge, 430 S. Michigan Avenue
A Multicultural and Lavender Graduation celebration is a way to celebrate the unique experiences of students who come from historically marginalized groups. The event honors their struggles and sacrifices made to obtain their degrees. The Multicultural aspect represents students of color with varying races and ethnicities. The Lavender represents students who identify as LGBTQ+ and or supportive allies. Students can rsvp here.
Lakers Night at Chicago Fire vs. New York Red Bulls
April 29 | 7:30 p.m. | Soldier Field
Your LakersDay gift, no matter the amount, unlocks access to $15 tickets to Chicago Fire Football Club's match against the New York Red Bulls at Soldier Field on Saturday, April 29 at 7:30 p.m. Once you make your LakersDay gift, you will receive an email with a link to purchase tickets at the discounted rate. Donors who make a gift of $100 or more will be entered in a drawing to receive two suite-level tickets. Winners will be selected April 21.