Members are encouraged to join at least one of the following committees to support the Board's mission:

Membership
Co-Chairs: Jim Farrell and Tory Ramaker

The committee establishes criteria for selection of new Board members that reflect, among other factors, the candidate's integrity, character, judgment and commitment to Rush, as well as factors relating to the composition of the Board, including its size and structure, the relative strengths and experience of current Board members and principles of diversity. The committee also facilitates the nomination of officers, and is responsible for providing orientation to new Board members.

Community Outreach
Chair: Rose Gallagher

The committee forms partnerships with Rush University Medical Center community outreach programs to support their work and benefit the surrounding community. It also actively seeks to establish new, mutually beneficial partnerships with existing community programs throughout the Chicago area. Finally, the committee promotes volunteer opportunities for our members both at Rush and within the surrounding community.

Gala
Co-Chairs: Susan Ferris and Tami McQuown

The committee plans and stages all aspect of the annual fundraising gala, which raises a significant portion of the board's philanthropic goal each year.

Programming
Co-Chairs: Hooman Bahmandeji and Maureen Kirby

The committee stages guest speakers and presentations for Board membership. It establishes criteria for appropriate programs, based on, among other criteria, the topic and/or speaker's relevance to Rush, the speaker's area of expertise, and the presenter's abilities to engage an audience. The committee is also responsible for setting the annual program and meeting calendar.