LEAF Retreat 

The Loyola Eco-spirituality Adventure Fall Retreat is a retreat for nature lovers, hikers, and anyone who loves encountering the Divine in the outdoors. In addition to talks from student leaders and small group reflections, retreatants will spend the weekend participating in various outdoor activities – including a 6+ mile hike along the Praire Trail in McHenry County, engage in reflection out in nature, and build community with other students. Because of limited space, the retreat will first be opened to Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors. If space is still available after September 1st, first year students will be eligible to apply.

Cost: $50 (includes all meals, snacks, transportation, lodging, etc.) We will gather on the Friday night the retreat departs at 5 pm on the Lakeshore Campus and return to the LSC by 3 pm on Sunday.

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Financial aid is available for all our retreats. Please click here to submit your request

LEAF Retreat Date 2024

September 13-15th (Priority Registration Deadline Aug. 30th: or while space is available)

Transfer Retreat

Transfer Retreat is a great way to build community with other transfer students and develop ways of putting down roots at Loyola. We focus on the theme of “find your way, find your home” and honor the unique journey each individual has taken to arrive at Loyola.

Cost: $25 (includes all meals, snacks, transportation, lodging, etc.)

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Financial aid is available for all our retreats. Please click here to submit your request.

Retreat Dates 2024-2025

     September 21-22, 2024

Loyola 360 Retreat

Fall 2024 Retreat Dates- Registration is Open!

• Scholars 360: September 27-29, 2024 (Priority Deadline Sept. 13)
  • This retreat is a partnership between Campus Ministry and the Office of Scholars Programs
• General 360: October 18-20, 2024 (Priority Deadline Oct. 4)
• Honors 360: November 1-3, 2024 (Priority Deadline Oct. 18)

Who's the retreat for?

First year undergraduate students 

Description

Students spend a weekend building community and reflecting on their personal journey and transition to college. Student leaders share talks and lead discussions around the themes of priorities, pressures, and relationships. Participants also gain a deeper understanding of Loyola's Jesuit mission and identity. Although grounded in the Christian and Ignatian tradition, 360 is designed for and open to students of any or no faith tradition. Each retreat will gather on the Friday night the retreat departs at 5 pm on the Lakeshore Campus and return to the LSC by 3 pm on Sunday.

What to Expect

• stories shared by sophomore, junior, and senior leaders 
• a multitude of social activities, including games, competitions, small groups, and one on one conversations
• some moderate physical activity indoors and outdoors (weather permitting)
• quiet time for individual reflection
• sleeping in dorm style rooms
• hall-style bathrooms and showers, with some single user options available
• free time to rest, explore, and hang out 

What to Pack 

• comfortable clothes based on the weather 
• outdoor sneakers or hiking shoes, indoor comfy shoes
• flipflops / shower shoes 
• any medications / antihistamines you will need
• shampoo/conditioner
• toothbrush and toothpaste
• reusable water bottle 
• resuable coffee tumbler
• journal (if you have one) 
• phone charger

Meals

All meals are provided by the LUREC kitchen. When you register you will have the opportunity to indicate any allergies or dietary accomodations you will need. 

Fee

$50 (includes all meals, snacks, transportation, lodging, etc.) Financial aid is available for all our retreats. Please click here to submit your request.

Register Here for Loyola 360

Registration for Encounter will open July 1st

Encounter! is a retreat is open to all members of the Loyola Community who are seeking a deeper connection with Catholic traditions and community. The retreat will include engaging and interactive talks, opportunities for faith sharing, and opportunities to learn about different Catholic prayers and devotions. Daily Mass, Liturgy of the Hours, spiritual conversation, and confession will also be available as a part of this retreat.

Cost: $50 (includes all meals, snacks, transportation, lodging, etc.)

Financial aid is available for all our retreats. Please click on the Scholarship Application Link to apply for financial aid.

Register Here July 1st

Retreat Dates for 2024-2025

October 11-13 (Registration Deadline September 27th)

C.C.C.

C.C.C. is a Christ-centered retreat that welcomes all Christians at Loyola. We have small groups, student testimonies, worship, prayer, and fellowship. Many of the students are part of Agape/Ecclesia and many are not. Whoever you are, come join us!

Cost: $50 (includes all meals, snacks, transportation, lodging, etc.)

Register for C.C.C. Retreat!

Financial aid is available for all our retreats. Please click here to submit your request.

Retreat Dates 2024-2025

October 25-27, 2024 (Priority Registration Deadline Oct. 11)

FCC

FCC is a Spanglish retreat for Spanish speakers to get together as familia y amigos! It is an opportunity para orar, hablar, y participar in your own language by sharing in small group and honoring our ancestors by exploring our Latino/a Culture in many ways. Te esperamos!

Cost: $50 (includes all meals, snacks, transportation, lodging, etc.) We will gather on the Friday night the retreat departs at 5 pm on the Lakeshore Campus and return to the LSC Sunday afternoon.

 Register for FCC!

Financial aid is available for all our retreats. Please click here to submit your request.

FCC Retreat Dates 2024-2025

November 8-10, 2023 (Priority Registration Deadline Oct. 26)

Search Retreat – January 17-19, 2025

Ramblers are searching for so many things – identity, community, purpose, direction, grounding and hope (to name just a few) With how fast the world is moving, and with how busy a semester gets, there isn’t often time to take a step away, and dive into these questions with any real sense of reflection, prayer or time. Search is designed to allow you to do just that. The retreat is held the first week back after winter break (so there should be no papers to write, or tests to study for) and has talks, individual and small-group reflection, activities, prayer, and fun to help give some guidance to your searching. 

Register for Search

To answer some Frequently Asked Questions:

• This retreat has a similar feel to retreats like Kairos, TEC, and Awakening, but has been developed specifically for college students and their experiences. This is the longest running retreat at Loyola.
• Search is designed for students who have completed their first year of college.
• There are lots of realms where one can do Searching. Because this is a Campus Ministry program, we have activities designed for people to think about their questions and Search broadly and also in the context of their relationship with God and their spiritual journey. While Search was originally developed out of a Christian tradition, Ramblers from all religions have found the retreat helpful and meaningful.
• We'll gather on the Lakeshore Campus at 5:00pm on January 17th and return to campus by 4:30 on Sunday, January 19th.

Priority registration deadline is December 15. 

Cost is $50. Need based financial aid is available. Please click here to submit your request.

Contact retreat@luc.edu for more information.

Listen to our Search inspired playlist for a taste of the retreat:

Ignatian Silent Retreat

The Ignatian Silent Retreat is an opportunity for Loyola students who desire a chance to enter deeply into prayer, reflection, and silence during the last week of Winter Break. Rooted in the Ignatian tradition, this retreat provides time to rest, pray, and be free of the pressures and stress of the academic year. Students are paired with spiritual directors who help guide them to become more deeply aware of one’s life experiences and grow in relationship with God and themselves.

Cost: $100 (includes all meals, snacks, transportation, lodging, etc.)

Register Here Starting July 1st

If you would like to be added to our waitlist please reach out to retreat@luc.edu . 

Financial aid is available for all our retreats. Please click here to submit your request.

Retreat Dates 2024-2025

January 5-9, 2025 (Priority Deadline Registration Dec. 13)

HSO Retreat

The Hindu Students’ Organization (HSO) Retreat provides opportunities to explore aspects of Hindu culture and beliefs through various discussions and other social activities. We hope to build a strong community and provide space for participants will leave with a better understanding of their religion.

Cost: $25 (includes all meals, snacks, transportation, lodging, etc.)

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Financial aid is available for all our retreats. Please click here to submit your request.

Retreat Dates 2024-2025

January 18-19, 2025 (Priority Registration Deadline Jan. 3)

MSA Retreats

The Muslim Students’ Association (MSA) Retreats are an opportunity for members to not only get closer to the Creator, but also strengthen the ties of community on campus. A weekend long combination of activities and spiritual talks will help serve to meet this purpose. Join us as we venture out to strengthen our bonds with Allah as well as each other.

Cost: $50 (includes all meals, snacks, transportation, lodging, etc.)

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Financial aid is available for all our retreats. Please click here to submit your request.

Retreat Dates for 2024-2025

MSA Brothers: October 11-13, 2024 (Priority Registration Deadline Sept. 27)
MSA Sisters: November 15-17, 2024 (Priority Registration Deadline Nov. 1)

Review on Retreat

Studying for finals can be one of the most stressful times of the year. Come Review on Retreat! Trade the noise of the city and the crowds in the IC for the quiet of LUREC. Meals will be provided, there will be optional study break opportunities planned, but mostly come take care of yourself while you also prepare for the end of the semester.

Cost: $25 (includes all meals, snacks, transportation, lodging, etc.)

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Financial aid is available for all our retreats. Please click here to submit your request.

Retreat Dates 2024-2025:

December 7-8, 2024 (Priority Registration Deadline Nov. 28)

 Registration will open February 1st, 2025

This retreat invites graduating seniors to spend time celebrating what Loyola has meant to them in a retreat setting, practice being present, & consider their hopes for the future.

Cost: $25 (includes all meals, snacks, transportation, lodging, etc.)

Financial aid is available for all our retreats. Please click on the Scholarship Application Link to apply for financial aid.

Retreat Dates for 2024-2025

April 29-30, 2025 (Priority Deadline, March 21st, or when filled)