Approach
Overview
Approach
Data analysis and stakeholder engagement were key in the planning process, with thematic groupings reflecting diverse campus elements. The Planning Team and Steering Committee used a series of workshops to define the primary issues to solve, forming the basis for key themes. This approach anchored the master plan for a bold, inclusive, and thriving future.
Key Themes
Student-Centric Excellence
Ensure a vibrant and supportive campus community that fosters academic success, personal growth, and well-being.
Urgency in Achieving Excellence
Embrace a sense of urgency and agility in decision-making to position Loyola for unparalleled excellence and swift adaptation to evolving needs.
Diverse Collaboration
Foster a culture of collaboration that celebrates and leverages diversity in perspectives, expertise, and backgrounds, driving innovative solutions and inclusive growth.
Jesuit Identity and Ignatian Approach
Infuse the campus structure with the rich ethos of Jesuit values and Ignatian spirituality, fostering a nurturing environment that cultivates holistic development, discernment, and spiritual formation.
Space Optimization
Navigate the challenge of limited space resources with creative and strategic approaches, maximizing utilization efficiency while enhancing the overall campus experience. Integrated Solutions: Pursue an integrated approach towards problem-solving, transcending traditional boundaries and silos to deliver holistic solutions that address both spatial and procedural challenges.
Stakeholder Touchpoints
To ensure transparency and inclusiveness in the process, there was intentional outreach to multiple stakeholder groups representing a broad cross-section of the University.
Focus groups with community (Loyola University Chicago, City of Chicago, Rogers Park, and Edgewater)
Loyola University Chicago
- Community and Cultural Environment (2 meetings)
- Student Success (2 meetings)
- Faculty (2 focus groups)
- Residence Life (2 meetings)
- Workplace Environment (2 meetings)
- Lab Facilities (4 meetings)
- Learning Environments (2 meetings)
- Libraries (2 meetings)
- Presence and Placemaking (2 meetings)
- Athletics and Recreation (2 meetings)
Student Engagement
- Over 250 students engaged in Damen Student Center tabling
- Student Leadership focus group
Community Engagement
- Individual and Local organizations (3 focus groups)
- City of Chicago aldermen and Chicago Department of Planning and Development (DPD) North Region representatives
- Rogers Park Business Alliance meeting
- DPD North Region staff, historic preservation, and Chicago Transit Authority meeting
Process updates and presentations to:
- College Leadership Council
- Council of Deans
- Periodic updates to various Board committees
- Shared Governance Town Hall
- University Leadership Council
- University Senate
Contact
Email CampusPlan@LUC.edu with questions or feedback.
Key Themes
Student-Centric Excellence
Ensure a vibrant and supportive campus community that fosters academic success, personal growth, and well-being.
Urgency in Achieving Excellence
Embrace a sense of urgency and agility in decision-making to position Loyola for unparalleled excellence and swift adaptation to evolving needs.
Diverse Collaboration
Foster a culture of collaboration that celebrates and leverages diversity in perspectives, expertise, and backgrounds, driving innovative solutions and inclusive growth.
Jesuit Identity and Ignatian Approach
Infuse the campus structure with the rich ethos of Jesuit values and Ignatian spirituality, fostering a nurturing environment that cultivates holistic development, discernment, and spiritual formation.
Space Optimization
Navigate the challenge of limited space resources with creative and strategic approaches, maximizing utilization efficiency while enhancing the overall campus experience. Integrated Solutions: Pursue an integrated approach towards problem-solving, transcending traditional boundaries and silos to deliver holistic solutions that address both spatial and procedural challenges.
Stakeholder Touchpoints
To ensure transparency and inclusiveness in the process, there was intentional outreach to multiple stakeholder groups representing a broad cross-section of the University.
Focus groups with community (Loyola University Chicago, City of Chicago, Rogers Park, and Edgewater)
Loyola University Chicago
- Community and Cultural Environment (2 meetings)
- Student Success (2 meetings)
- Faculty (2 focus groups)
- Residence Life (2 meetings)
- Workplace Environment (2 meetings)
- Lab Facilities (4 meetings)
- Learning Environments (2 meetings)
- Libraries (2 meetings)
- Presence and Placemaking (2 meetings)
- Athletics and Recreation (2 meetings)
Student Engagement
- Over 250 students engaged in Damen Student Center tabling
- Student Leadership focus group
Community Engagement
- Individual and Local organizations (3 focus groups)
- City of Chicago aldermen and Chicago Department of Planning and Development (DPD) North Region representatives
- Rogers Park Business Alliance meeting
- DPD North Region staff, historic preservation, and Chicago Transit Authority meeting
Process updates and presentations to:
- College Leadership Council
- Council of Deans
- Periodic updates to various Board committees
- Shared Governance Town Hall
- University Leadership Council
- University Senate