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Loyola Anchors Civic Impact Report 2022-2023

The Loyola Anchors Impact Report outlines the university's commitment to community engagement, social justice, and economic development.to address community challenges and enhance the quality of life for residents in the surrounding campus neighborhoods.

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Arrupe College Continues to Beat Expectations
Arrupe College’s annual report highlights its remarkable achievements, including a graduation rate three times higher than the national average for two-year colleges, and an outstanding 94% of graduates completing their degree without the burden of financial debt—demonstrating Loyola University's unwavering commitment to accessible, transformative education for first-generation Chicago college students leading to increased social mobility. In its 2023-2024 annual report, Arrupe is reaffirming its commitment to diversity, holistic education, and the Jesuit mission. READ MORE
Archie's Winter Extravaganza
Celebrate the season at Loyola University's Damen Student Center with Archie's Winter Extravaganza! Join us for a festive day filled with holiday cheer, community spirit, and local talent. Discover unique gifts at the Artisan Maker's Market, enjoy live jazz at Ireland's Pub 10 and enjoy classic holiday films in the Damen Cinema! This exciting event is hosted in partnership with Loyola's Office of Neighborhood Initiatives, emphasizing our commitment to community engagement and support. Whether you're looking to shop, enjoy live music, or simply soak in the joyful atmosphere, Archie's Winter Extravaganza promises an unforgettable experience. This event is free and open to the public, but tickets are required. Thursday, December 5 | 2:00-8:00 pm | Damen Student CenterREGISTER
Centro Romero Honors Loyola's Center for Service in Action
At a gala last week, Loyola's Community Service in Action was honored with the Community Leadership Award by Centro Romero, a cherished partner of the Loyola4Chicago program. The evening celebrated 40 years of Centro Romero's transformative work in our communities and recognized Loyola's partnership from the beginning. This award is a testament to our shared commitment to service and advocacy, and we look forward to continuing our collaborative efforts in making a positive impact. Thank you to Centro Romero for this incredible honor!
"In All Things" Podcast
Finding God "In All Things" is a central aspect of Jesuit spirituality. But, how do we do that in 21st century America? Give yourself some time to take advantage of the spiritual, intellectual, and meditative resources of Loyola University Chicago's Office of Mission Integration this November. Ignatian Heritage Month is both a tradition and an invitation to deeper contemplation and renewed action. In this spirit, the Office of Mission Integration has launched a limited series podcast titled "In All Things," hosted by Claire Noonan D.Min. Listen on Spotify. This podcast features stories and reflections exploring important topics such as racial justice, peace and reconciliation, hope, gratitude, and more.VISIT
Joyola!
Thursday, December 5 | 7:00 pm | JoAnn Rooney Hall | A Loyola tradition, this joyful evening includes a mix of holiday and seasonal music, and features the Jazz Ensemble, Symphony Orchestra, and Wind Ensemble. This is one of the biggest and best holiday traditions of the community. Tickets sell out fast!PURCHASE TICKETS
Chamber Ensemble Recital
Thursday, December 5| 7:00 pm | Skowronski Music Hall | The Chamber Ensemble Recital features a variety of small ensembles performing instrumental chamber works. PURCHASE TICKETS
Beloved Lessons & Carols Returns
Saturday, December 7 | 7:30 pm | Madonna della Strada | Loyola’s popular holiday event returns. This solemn service features a series of biblical lessons combined with liturgical music sung by Loyola’s choral ensembles.PURCHASE TICKETS
Organ Concert Series
Sunday, December 15 | 3:00 pm | Madonna della Strada | Come and hear all 3,747 pipes sing in the beautiful setting of Madonna della Strada Chapel. Parking and Admission are always free and open to the public!
Important Notice: Road Closure on W Sheridan Rd., November 29
Please be advised that on Friday, November 29, the south two lanes of W. Sheridan Road will be closed to facilitate a crane lift for equipment installation on the roof of DeNobili Hall. This will involve closing both eastbound lanes of W. Sheridan and one westbound lane just west of N. Kenmore. We appreciate your understanding and patience during this necessary work. Intentionality was given to this being a low traffic day. Flaggers will be stationed on-site to assist with traffic direction and ensure safety for all. For more questions or concerns, contact Summur Roberts, Office of Neighborhood Initiatives at (773) 508-7450.
Loyola Finals and Winter Break Schedule
Finals Week is a time when students hunker down for their semester-end exams, final projects and papers. The dates are: Monday, December 9 - Saturday, December 14. Students vacate residence halls beginning Sunday December 15 12:00 pm through Sunday, January 12 at 12:00 pm. Spring Semester begins Tuesday, January 14. Loyola's campus will close general operations Tuesday, December 24 through Wednesday, January 1.
Ramblin' Around: Connecting Students with Local Businesses One Bite at a Time
For more than 15 years, the Ramblin' Around Dinner Crawl has been a cornerstone event for first-year students at Loyola University Chicago; fostering a vibrant connection between the University and the local business community. Over the years, the Dinner Crawl, sponsored by the Office of Neighborhood Initiatives, has facilitated the patronage to 100+ local businesses by ~6,000 students, encouraging them to be a part of their new community. On October 1-2, 2024, nearly 25% of first-year Loyola students began their lives as new residents of Rogers Park and Edgewater the way that we all do – they checked out the local restaurant scene! In collaboration with the Edgewater Chamber of Commerce and the Rogers Park Business Alliance, this event serves as a way for students to discover restaurants and shops within walking or transit distance. And Loyola supports the neighborhood business organizations with a donation of $5,000 each for the extra effort.MORE
Get Ready to Swing!
Join us on Thursday, November 7, for the first Jazz Showcase of the year in the Newhart Family Theatre! Experience an unforgettable evening filled with captivating rhythms and smooth melodies. Please note that this year, we will not be livestreaming events, so be sure to secure your spot in person! For any questions, feel free to reach out to our office. Get your tickets now and let the music take you away! * Tickets start at $15 for the general public, with special discounts available for students, staff, faculty, alumni, and seniors.PURCHASE TICKETS
Loyola's Fine and Performing Arts Presents: Encounters with Light
Join us at the Newhart Family Theatre for a dazzeling showcase that will leave you inspired! This mesmerizing program features Martha Graham's iconic 1931 masterpiece, Primitive Mysteries, alongside an electrifying world premiere by visionary guest artist Vershawn Sanders Ward. But that's not all! Experience original choreography from our talented dance faculty members Sarah Fuller and Raul Diaz Maroto Casasola, who bring their expertise from the prestigious Joffrey Ballet. Their work intertwines to create a breathtaking celebration of unity and the profound call towards belonging—a journey that resonates with every heart! | Dates: November 21 through November 24 | Times: Thursday - Saturday 7:30 p.m.; Sunday 2:00 p.m. | * Tickets start at just $25, with special discounts available for Alumni, Faculty/Staff, seniors, and students.PURCHASE TICKETS
Unlock Your Future: Explore Cutting-Edge Technology Programs with Loyola's School of Continuing and Professional Studies
Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Join the faculty from the School of Continuing and Professional Studies (SCPS) for an informative session that could change the trajectory of your professional life. This engaging session is designed for anyone interested in enhancing their skill set with cutting-edge technology programs that are increasingly in demand in today’s job market. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out, this event is your gateway to a brighter future in technology. | Date: Saturday, November 9, 2024 | Time: 9:00 am - 2:00 pm | Location: Schreiber Center - 16 E. Pearson Street, Room 1001REGISTER
Nursing Students Host Essential "Stop the Bleed" Training at Edgewater Library
Last week, students from the Loyola Community Nursing Center hosted a vital "Stop the Bleed" training session at the Edgewater Branch Library. Taking place on October 31st from 1-2 p.m., the event is part of the School of Nursing's commitment to community impact in health and safety. Participants learned critical skills to slow or stop bleeding using techniques such as tourniquets, manual pressure, and packing methods. The training highlighted the availability of community "Stop the Bleed" kits located at libraries and various City of Chicago facilities, reinforcing the initiative's goal of empowering citizens to act quickly in emergencies.
Loyola's Commitment to Civic Engagement: 100% Voter Registration for Athletes
As the 2024 election approaches, Loyola University Chicago is proud to announce that its student-athletes have achieved 100 percent voter registration for all eligible members, thanks to the efforts of Loyola Votes. This initiative, aimed at promoting civic engagement on campus, collaborates with the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee to ensure student-athletes leverage their leadership roles to inspire others to register and vote, exemplifying the profound impact of collective civic participation. In addition to promoting the importance of engaging in the democratic system to Loyola students, Lakeshore Campus also serves as the 49th Ward, precinct 5 polling location.MORE
Enhancing Community Green Spaces: We Hear You
Throughout the fall, Loyola University Chicago has been proactive in addressing concerns with the City-owned planter at the northeast intersection of Devon-Sheridan-Broadway, affectionately known as “The Porkchop.” After receiving community feedback, Loyola's groundskeepers conducted a basic assessment, uncovering invasive plants, deceased trees, and infrastructure issues, including rat burrows and damaged plumbing. Collaborating with Alderwoman Hadden and the Chicago Department of Transportation (CDOT), Loyola swiftly initiated discussions for necessary improvements. CDOT promptly deployed a team to evaluate and address the immediate landscaping challenges, ensuring the planter's stability for the winter ahead.READ MORE
The Ripple Effect of Walkable Communities: Freedom for Students and Neighbors Alike
Editorial by: Scarlet Nickel, Advertising/Public Relations, Class of '27 As a college student navigating the ups and downs of campus life, I often hear the phrase "peaking in college." This notion suggests our college years represent the pinnacle of our lives—an exciting four years filled with freedom, opportunity, and self-discovery. Recently, I came across Leslie Sattler’s article discussing a TikTok video by Brittany Simmons that sparked nostalgia for college life among graduates. Simmons suggests that many believe they peaked in college due to the freedom of living in a “walkable environment.” While college experiences can be fulfilling, they also lead to the fear of “peaking.” What happens when we graduate and enter the workforce, facing the realities of adulthood?READ MORE
Building a Stronger Community: Loyola's Campus Planning Progress and Community Engagement
Loyola University Chicago continues to make significant progress in its efforts to engage the local community regarding the Lakeshore Campus Plan. Following on from the campus planning meetings held in July and August, a deeper dive into Loyola’s recent work and future plans around campus planning was provided to Rogers Park and Edgewater residents and aldermanic office officials. The facilitators from RDG Planning and Design presented the analysis completed over the past two years, followed by breakout sessions designed to engage participants to share ideas, highlight priorities and brainstorm opportunities. The focus of residents centered on West Loyola Avenue, Sheridan/Devon/Broadway and Winthrop south of Sheridan with a strong interest in traffic and pedestrian safety improvements as well as a need for park and green space.READ MORE
Loyola Community Celebrates Khmai Re-opening
Khmai is back and better than ever! Chef Mona Sang and her mother Sarom Sieng are thrilled to announce the re-opening of Khmai, with the support of Loyola and other partners. After a construction accident occurred next door earlier this year, Khmai was forced to close for several months. Khmai is now re-opened after receiving community support and over $100,000 in assistance from Loyola. Supporters in attendance include Mike Loftsgaarten from Loyola's Lakeside Management, Cecilia Rodriguez from the Loyola's Office of Neighborhood Initiatives, Kyle Ryan, 49th Ward, and Sandi Price, Rogers Park Business Alliance. With extended hours now offering breakfast and lunch from 9 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., Khmai is ready to serve up their delicious Cambodian cuisine to the Rogers Park community once again. Don't miss out on the chance to savor.MORE
Experience the Thrill: Fall Women's Sports Heat Up
Get ready to cheer on the Ramblers! Loyola's women's volleyball team is gearing up to take on George Mason on 10/26. The next day, the Women's basketball team brings the heat with a free exhibition game at Elmhurst College on 10/27. And mark your calendars for an exciting matchup as the women's soccer team faces off against St. Bonaventure. Don't miss out on these thrilling games – grab your tickets now and show your support for our talented athletes!PURCHASE TICKETS
WHAT WERE YOU DREAMING WHEN YOU WERE KILLED? Exhibition by Denae Howard
In this exhibition from October 17th through November 16th, Denae Howard contemplates and shares the radical potential of the time-space of dreams as radical realms of liberatory imagination. Howard searches for pathways where the freedom found in dreams or the warnings found in nightmares can take physical space in our current, troubled, reality. Presenting imagery from a quantum space of living otherwise, Howard explores the possibilities for critical and joyful reflection on the importance of reimagining what it means to be human. | Join Denae Howard for a Reception and Artist Talk October 22nd, 5-7 PM | To visit the exhibition: The public can view the exhibition on Saturdays from 12pm-3pm. LUC students can access the Gallery with your Loyola ID Monday-Sunday 9am- 6pm. REGISTER NOW
Streeterville Doggy and Kitty Halloween Parade
Join your neighbors at the 37th annual Streeterville Doggy & Kitty Halloween Costume Party and Parade, hosted at the MCA Sculpture Garden! The costume parade will be judged by Alderman Brian Hopkins and Maureen Schulman, who will award prizes to the best-dressed pets. Saturday, October 26 | 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. | Museum of Comtemporary Art. The event is co-hosted by the MCA, Park Advisory Councils, and community organizations and businesses listed above. Registration is preferred.REGISTER
Perry Family Charitable Foundation's generous donation of $1 million is set to make a significant impact on Chicago's children by supporting Cristo Rey students at Loyola’s Arrupe College
Loyola University Chicago has received a substantial boost in its commitment to students from underrepresented backgrounds, thanks to a $1 million gift from the Perry Family Charitable Foundation. The donation will specifically support graduates from Chicago-area Cristo Rey High Schools as they pursue their education at Arrupe College at Loyola. The newly established Katsouros Scholars Fund, named in honor of Stephen N. Katsouros, S.J., the founding dean of Arrupe College, will provide crucial tuition assistance and resources to help students earn their associate degree at Arrupe and transition seamlessly into pursuing their bachelor’s degree. This fund will enable these students to attend Arrupe without having to bear any out-of-pocket costs and graduate without debt.MORE
Loyola's Fine and Performing Arts Presents: The Resistible Rise of Arturo UI
Crime. Corruption. Cauliflower. Bertolt Brecht’s cutthroat satire chronicles gangster Arturo Ui’s bloody ascension to power. Set in Chicago amidst a city-wide scandal, The Resistible Rise of Arturo Ui gets to the heart of hometown corruption and global fascism. Boundaries are blurred between high and low art, rich and poor crime, broken and fixed systems. In responding to the rise of tyranny in 1940s Germany, Brecht conducts a disturbingly timeless takedown of who runs systems and who lets them. October 24 through November 3PURCHASE TICKETS
A Fond Farewell and a Warm Welcome - Alumna Spotlight
Loyola Chicago bids a heartfelt farewell to State Rep Kelly Cassidy's outstanding Chief of Staff, Torrence Gardner, who is embarking on new adventures after nearly three years of dedicated service. While we'll greatly miss his insight and steady leadership, we are excited for what lies ahead for him. In bright news, State Rep. Cassidy is thrilled to welcome back Taylor Ortiz, BS '17, as new Chief of Staff! Many will remember her from her time as a member of Loyola's Inside Government student organization and later as an intern and a part-time constituent advocate in the 14th district. Torrence will be around for the rest of the month to ensure a smooth transition, and we are grateful for his contributions and years of collaboration. Here's to new beginnings and continued excellence of Loyola students in public service.
Election Judges Needed
The Chicago Board of Elections is hiring Election Judges for the November 5, 2024 Presidential General Election. Election Judges are paid to manage the precinct polling place and assist voters. Please click participate if you would like to sign up to be an Election Judge. PARTICIPATE
Civics Education Takes Center Stage as Presidential Election Looms Closer
With less than 30 days until the election, Loyola promotes civil discourse and the pursuit of the common good through programs aimed helping the next generation become informed and engaged citizens. In a recent article in the Association for Jesuit Colleges and Universities news, Phil Hale, VP for Government Affairs, emphasizes the importance of engaging with different perspectives through meaningful dialogue. In these polarized times, our Jesuit tradition fosters intellectual humility, active listening, and respectful discussion. As we prepare for the upcoming Presidential Election in 2024, Loyola encourages civic engagement and participation in shaping our communities. We continue to work together to bridge divides and pursue the common good through civil discourse.MORE
Winthrop Garden Open House
Join us at the Winthrop Garden Open House! Located at the corner of Winthrop and Loyola, this thriving garden, established in 2010 with a major expansion in 2014, boasts 30 raised beds. It's a vibrant hub for growing kale, swiss chard, carrots, potatoes, and eggplant. Don't miss out on the chance to connect with nature in the heart of our neighborhood. No registration required.MORE
Malhaar: A Requiem for Water
Composed for the Los Angeles Master Chorale in 2022, Malhaar: A Requiem for Water represents composer Reena Esmail’s hope that humankind will improve its relationship to the earth and “beckon the rain back.” Performed by the New Earth Ensemble alongside tabla player Kalyan Pathak, Hindustani vocalist Jai Sovani, and (Western) percussionist John Corkill, this work combines texts from the traditional Latin Requiem mass, environmental writers, and traditional Hindi to explore the beauty and awe of water and humans’ relationship with it. Event Details: October 13, 2024|3:00pm Mundelein Building for Fine and Performing Arts, Palm Court Loyola University Chicago | 1020 W. Sheridan Road | Admission is free, but reservations are recommended. MORE
Empowering the Next Generation: Loyola University’s Practicing Democracy Program Partners with Alderwoman Hadden for Youth Town Hall
This week, Loyola University Chicago proudly hosted a pivotal Youth Town Hall at its Lakeshore Campus, marking a significant collaboration between Alderwoman Hadden and the university’s Practicing Democracy in Communities program. This event brought together students from Senn and Sullivan High Schools, Loyola’s partner schools, creating a vibrant platform for dialogue on pressing social issues that resonate deeply within their lives and communities. The Youth Town Hall aimed to empower young voices in civic engagement, focusing on critical topics such as housing, public safety, mental health, and environmental justice. By fostering an environment where students could openly discuss these issues with Alderwoman Hadden, the event served as an incubator for ideas and solutions that might shape the future of their neighborhoods. MORE
Climate Action Plan Video Re-cap
In case you missed it, Loyola provided a deeper dive into Loyola's recent work and future plans around climate action. Loyola's award-winning Climate Action Plan has a goal of carbon neutrality by 2025 and Loyola has invested into the facilities and energy infrastructure at all three campuses. As we look to the future with more ambitious goals of decarbonization and resilient campus planning, we wanted to provide this update and hear from the community on how climate action and "care for our common home" can support the Edgewater and Rogers Park communities. This meeting was co-hosted by Loyola's Office of Sustainability and the Office of Neighborhood Initiatives on September 17. WATCH VIDEO
AI For Good: Demystifying AI for Small Business and Nonprofits
As AI reshapes the economy around us, it offers powerful opportunities for small businesses and nonprofits to rapidly grow their impact. Join us for a practical conversation filled with concrete examples on ways AI can save time and increase effectiveness, assisting smaller organizations in growing the economy in our neighborhoods and beyond. This event is free and open to the public, however registration is required. The event is hosted by the Baumhart Center for Social Innovation at Loyola's Quinlan School of Business. Event Details: Date: Tuesday, October 8, 2024 | Doors Open: 8:30 AM | Program: 9:00 - 10:00 AM | Location: Schreiber Center, 16 E Pearson, Room 908. For any questions reach out to Baumhartcenter@luc.eduREGISTER NOW
Loyola Awarded Prestigious Gold Star for Innovative and Sustainable Buildings
Loyola is proud to announce that we have received a prestigious Gold Star Rating from the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE) through its Sustainability Tracking, Assessment & Rating System (STARS). This recognition not only signifies our dedication to sustainability but also sets the stage for future awards and acknowledgments. Loyola is the only University in the midwest in the top 10 "Buildings" category. This achievement underscores our commitment to environmental stewardship and showcases the innovative approaches and hard work of our teams across campus. Congratulations to all who have contributed to this outstanding accomplishment!MORE
First Friday Music Series Concludes October 4
Join us for the final First Friday Music Series event, an enchanting evening of live music that will take place on Sheridan Rd. between Devon and Pratt. Enjoy performances on local business patios including Cafe Nova, Loyola Plaza, Raising Cane’s, and Great Wall. Mark your calendars October 4, and prepare for a musical journey from Bossa Nova to Jazz and everything in between. Swing by for giveaways and refreshments available while supplies last. Don’t miss out on these unforgettable nights of music, community, and fun at the First Friday Music Series! Event hosted in partnership with Loyola University, Regional Transit Authority, and Rogers Park Business
Family Movie Night on St. Ignatius Plaza and Lawn
Come out on a warm summer night for a relaxing movie. Neighborhood Initiatives will be playing the film 'Coco' on Thursday, September 5 at 7:30 pm at N Kenmore. Guests are encouraged to bring a chair or blanket. Free popcorn provided! Tickets are free, but an RSVP is required.REGISTER
Loyola Hosts the Second Campus Plan Meeting
Loyola's second virtual kick-off on August 6, 2024 included 134 registered participants and provided another opportunity to get an overview of Loyola's desire to plan collaboratively with the community as it considers future campus needs. The meeting covered the recently completed campus needs assessment, and introduced tech tools for data collection that will help us understand community priorities. Together, we can create outcomes that serve to improve quality of life for all residents. Over the next six weeks, the Social Pinpoint website will be live for survey partcipation and our community's use of the interactive map to identify areas of need.
WTC and LSC Move-in Begins Friday, August 16
As we enter the last months of summer, Loyola University Chicago is preparing for the 2024-2025 Academic Year. Next week we will be welcoming over 3,000 first year students and transfer students for a total of 5,000 new and returning students to on-campus housing.This is an organized and complex process which involves hundreds of staff and student leaders to ensure the least amount of disruption to our neighbors. Lake Shore Campus move-in begins on Sunday, August 18th through Saturday, August 24, 2024. Water Tower Campus move-in is on Friday, August 16. Please read the full move-in letter for full details.
Preparing for DNC Impacts
The Office of Emergency Management Communications have coordinated with institutions and universities across the city to gather broad safety plans and address questions related to safety and logistics. The U.S. Secret Service, along with federal, state, and local partners, released the security perimeters that will be in place around McCormick Place and United Center during the upcoming DNC in Chicago. The public is encouraged to stay informed by downloading OEMC's App. It's ultimate guide and public safety tool for Chicago's DNC 2024.
Sister Jean's 105th Birthday Block Party
We invite you to join the festivities on August 29 at 4:00 p.m. for the Water Tower Campus Block Party and Birthday Celebration in honor of Sister Jean. Come and wish her a happy birthday while enjoying delicious food, drinks, giveaways, and entertainment with your fellow Ramblers. Don’t miss the special exhibit at LUMA highlighting her incredible achievements! Location: 1 E Pearson to 55 E Pearson.
Lakeshore Partners offers a unique opportunity to collaborate with Loyola.
We are excited to launch Loyola Lakeshore Community Partners, a collaborative group of neighbors with a shared interest in working alongside Loyola University Chicago to positively impact the community. The goal is to foster open communication and cooperation between the neighborhood and the University that have an impact on our shared environment.
Video of the Comprehensive Plan Kick Off Meeting
Loyola's first virtual kick-off on July 23, 2024 included 120 registered participants and provided an overview of Loyola's desire to plan collaboratively with the community as it considers future campus needs. The meeting covered the recently completed campus needs assessment, and new tech tools for data collection that will help us understand community priorities. Together, we can create outcomes that serve to improve quality of life for all residents. The next meeting is Tuesday, August 6 at 6:00 pm.
Comprehensive Plan Meeting Invitation
Loyola University Chicago is undertaking a collaborative campus planning effort to proactively address the evolving needs of the University community. Through needs assessment, data collection, analysis, and stakeholder engagement, the planning team have created a framework to anchor the upcoming Campus Plan. Loyola wants to foster open communication and neighborhood enhancements for mutual benefit. Please register and attend an upcoming virtual event July 23 or August 6. Spanish-language interpretation available.REGISTER
Investing in our future and energized about campus planning. The goal? To elevate student experiences, attract top-tier faculty, and adapt to ever-evolving teaching and working environments.
Loyola University Chicago is undertaking a campus planning effort to proactively address the evolving needs of the University community. Through needs assessment, data analysis, and stakeholder engagement, the planning team and steering committee have created a framework to anchor the upcoming Campus Plan. Discover our vision.
Loyola's Quinlan School of Business is empowering communities and backed by a $625,000 Small Business Administration grant.
With support from Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky, State Senator Mike Simmons, State Representative Kelly Cassidy, and Alderwoman Maria Hadden, the Quinlan school's Initiative for Minority Businesses is launching a project focused initially on Rogers Park and Edgewater, and is led by alumnus, adjunct instructor, local business owner and former chairman of the Edgewater Chamber of Commerce, Sean Connelly. The initiative, in partnership with the Rogers Park Business Alliance, aims to close equity gaps through data collection, equitable outreach, and capacity-building workshops. The project, supported by local leaders and community partners, also involves Loyola’s Institute for Racial Justice and students, who will engage with local businesses to understand their challenges. This endeavor represents a significant step towards economic equality in Chicago.
Neighbors are welcome to submit concerns or complaints about Loyola students' behavior and be assured that the University will look into the incident and take action.
Earth Day: Community Clean Up in Maywood
In honor of Earth Day, the Office of Neighborhood Initiatives, Health Sciences Ministry & Center for Community and Global Health (CCGH) invite you to participate in a community service event: Maywood Village Pride, Village Wide Community Clean Up! Join together with the entire Maywood community for a Spring clean-up event on Saturday, May 4, 2024 from 9:30 - 12:30. Sign up here!
Glenwood Sunday Market
The Glenwood Sunday Market is open for the season! It will begin Sunday, June 2nd, and will be open until October 27th. The market is a Rogers Park staple supported by the neighborhood's many residents and funders. Visit the market every Sunday, and support today!
Young Alumni Document Bughouse Square to Critical Acclaim
Six graduates from Loyola University Chicago's Digital Media and Storytelling program made waves in the media world with their remarkable documentary, No Permit Necessary: An Oral History of Bughouse Square. Just three blocks from Loyola's Water Tower Campus is Washington Square Park which has a long history as the center for progressive activism and free specch in Chicago, including being the site of the first gay pride parade. The documentary is 16 minutes of time well spent. The current Washington Square Park invites all to join the events that keep the tradition alive.
Elements of a Healthy Maywood Luncheon
The Village of Maywood will be hosting their quarterly meeting to discuss Elements of a Healthy Maywood, Wednesday, May 31st from 1pm – 3pm. Submit your organization's available resources, so there is up to date info on the website. RSVP for this event today!.
Friends of Rogers Park Library Spring Book Sale
Celebrate National Library Week next week by visiting the Rogers Park Branch at 6907 N Clark Street. They will be hosting their Spring Book Sale on Saturday, April 22nd from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Just head to the Second Floor Community Room for the sale, and support your local library!
Violence Prevention Summit
The Fourth Annual Community Advocacy and Violence Prevention Summit will be a gathering of the Loyola, Proviso, and Chicagoland community to discuss advocacy and strategies to address violence in our communities. This year’s summit will highlight interdisciplinary projects addressing the challenges of gun violence by bringing together expertise from partners in the community and throughout Loyola University. With a focus on advocacy, next steps and actionable items will be offered to attendees to become advocates for change. The featured address will be from Kris Brown, President of BradyUnited.org, gun violence prevention advocate and policy advisor. Additionally specialized content will be available at StandAgainstGunViolence.org. The event will be held on April 5, 2023, 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM at the Health Sciences Campus. Virtual attendance via Zoom is also an option. RSVP today!
Earth Day Park, Gardens, & and Community Spring Clean Up
Alderman Brian Hopkins and the Park Advisory Councils are excited to host community clean ups so we can act as stewards of our natural resources. The clean up events will take place on Saturday, April 22, 2023 at Lake Shore Park, Seneca Park/Eli M. Schulman Playground and Park Gardens. Please register ahead of time so there can be an estimated number of volunteers. Your information will only be used for this event and to communicate Park related events.
Subversive Habits: Black Catholic Nuns in the Long African American Freedom Struggle
This Women's History month, read Shannon Dee Williams book Subversive Habits: Black Catholic Nuns in the Long African American Freedom Struggle. Williams provides the first full history of Black Catholic nuns in the United States, hailing them as the forgotten prophets of Catholicism and democracy. Drawing on oral histories and previously sealed Church records, Williams demonstrates how master narratives of women’s religious life and Catholic commitments to racial and gender justice fundamentally change when the lives and experiences of African American nuns are taken seriously. For Black Catholic women and girls, embracing the celibate religious state constituted a radical act of resistance to white supremacy and the sexual terrorism built into chattel slavery and segregation. Williams shows how Black sisters were pioneering religious leaders, educators, healthcare professionals, desegregation foot soldiers, Black Power activists, and womanist theologians.
Inaugural Jesuit Lecture: Bill McCormick, SJ The Christian Structure of Politics: On the De Regno of Thomas Aquinas
In an age dominated by guilt and shame for historical complicity in violence and injustice, how are Christians to engage in public life? McCormick proposes a reconceptualization of political theology that takes seriously the twin imperatives of responsibility and humility. This endeavor, can begin with a reexamination of the legacy of Thomas Aquinas’ political thought, a dominant figure in Catholic tradition. In his De regno we find concrete ways that political theology can inspire faith communities to both challenge and nourish political life. March 22, 2023 7:00-8:30 PM CDT Information Commons, 4th Floor, LSC The event is free and open to the public. Register for the livestream ahead of time.
From Passion to Progress: Reimagining Prison Reform to Create Systemic, Interdisciplinary Change
Loyola's School of Education is partnering with the Illinois Prison Project’s director of education, Renaldo Hudson, to host an event featuring a panel of Loyola faculty and Hudson himself. This in-person panel will take place in front of an audience which is open to students, alumni, faculty, and community members. The goal of the event is to use academic voices in collaboration with lived experiences to tackle issues concerning the American prison system and how society’s systems at large have failed to support its people. The panel will function as an interdisciplinary means of collaboration through which we can draw the next generation of institutional forces to meaningful, actionable resolutions for an equitable, restorative future. This is an excellent opportunity to utilize Loyola’s expertise in criminal justice, education, and restorative justice to empower and amplify the intellectual perspective of society’s most marginalized. This event will take place on Tuesday, March 2
Black Europe Symposium
The Black Europe Symposium at Loyola University Chicago brings to visibility for students, faculty, and the Chicago community the diverse presence of writers and artists of African descent who contribute to today’s European cultural life through different media, including music, film, literature, the visual arts, performance, and poetic expressions. It highlights the complex processes that forge a new Europe through cross-cultural encounters and identity formation, while emphasizing the importance of the arts and foreign languages and cultures in a world that is changing through travel and migration
Medical Biases on the Black Community and How to Overcome
The Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. and White Coats for Black Lives Chapter at Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine have collaborated to host this event, Medical Biases on the Black Community and How to Overcome. The event will take place on Friday, February 24 from 6:00 - 8:00 PM CST. RSVP here to recieve the Zoom link.
Justice For All: A Black Family Discussion
The Hampton Foundation is hosting a panel event in honor of Black History Month. Panelist are family members of Emmett Till, Chairman Fred Hampton, George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, and Jacob Blake. The event will take place on Saturday, February 25th, from 3:00 - 6:00 PM, at Proviso East High School Auditorium. Register in advance to attend this event.
Apply for Illinois Works Pre-Apprenticeship Program
Apply today for Illinois Works Pre-Apprenticeship Program! The sixteen-week program will take place from March 16th - July 28th. Click here to learn more, and apply today!
Loyola 2021-2022 Impact Report
Loyola’s 2021-2022 Community Impact Report is a reflection of our deep commitment to partnerships that improve quality of life through academic research, direct investment, and service engagement. This report is not intended to be a comprehensive list, but offer an annual highlight of locally engaged initiatives in areas of needed support for our most vulnerable populations in Chicagoland. Loyola’s Ignatian, Catholic tradition is the living legacy of Ignatius Loyola. It is a rich heritage of faith, seeking God in everyday life; a profound commitment to the poor and to issues of social responsibility and justice. Ignatius believed that it is imperative to act upon what is learned–to use our values in service to humanity. We are called to make a difference as “persons for others.”‌ For questions, more information, or if you would like your program included in the next issue of the report, please contact Summur Roberts, Director of Neighborhood Initiatives at srober6@luc.edu.
49th Ward Candidate Forum Feb. 21
Who's running for alder in the 49th Ward? Join us for a candidates forum! All three candidates are confirmed to attend: Maria Hadden, William "Bill Morton, and Belia Rodriguez. The forum will be held in-person at Loyola University Chicago Crown Center for the Humanities and livestreamed on LWV Chicago’s Facebook page. Register to attend in person at bit.ly/49wardforum. No registration is necessary to view the livestream. All seven 24th Police District Council candidates will be invited to speak at the beginning and talk with attendees at the end of the forum. Spanish and ASL interpretation will be provided. Parking Validation will be provided: P1 – Main lot 1110 W. Sheridan Rd. P2 – Fordham lot 6461 N. Sheridan Rd. This forum is sponsored by Family Matters, Good News Partners, League of Women Voters of Chicago, Loyola University Chicago, Northside Community Resources, Rogers Park Business Alliance, and Rogers Park/West Ridge Historical Society.
National Girls and Women in Sports Day Event
This year Loyola Athletics is hosting its National Girls and Women in Sports Day Event on Saturday, February 11th before, during, and after the Women’s Basketball game. The free event is at Gentile Arena (6525 N Sheridan Rd, Chicago, IL 60626). Come to the Arena at 12:00 p.m., two hours before tip-off, for a free activity fair with Loyola athletes where fans can interact with and learn how to play different sports! Children aged 12 and under who are wearing sports uniforms get into the game for free! Anyone 13 and up must pay admission to the basketball game. Tickets for 13–14-year-olds are $5.00 and tickets for those 14+ are $8.00. Everyone is invited to come celebrate women in sports and cheer on the Ramblers!
Climate Change Conference: Climate Refugees
From floods to wildfires to droughts, the changing climate increasingly impacts human migration, adding to the growing number of displaced people worldwide. Loyola University Chicago's annual Climate Change Conference will convene experts from multiple disciplines to explore how climate-driven migration will affect communities locally and globally. The conference draws inspiration from Loyola's enduring Jesuit values of social justice, service to humanity, and care for our world, highlighting the need for just and equitable solutions to the climate crisis. The conference will take place on Loyola's Lake Shore Campus in the Damen Student Center. A streaming option will be available for those who choose to participate online. Learn more and register now.
Live Love Shop Rogers Park
Do your Christmas shopping at independently-owned businesses in Rogers Park this holiday season and participate in the rebate program!
Holiday Train Schedule
It's the most wonderful time of the year! Chicago's most unique and beloved holiday tradition is here: The Allstate CTA Holiday Fleet. Now in its 31st year of operation, we are excited to be delivering holiday cheer throughout Chicago's neighborhoods and welcome you aboard our decked-out and dazzling Allstate CTA Holiday Train and the popular Allstate CTA Holiday Bus!
Support Chicago Coalition for the Homeless
Since 1980, the Chicago Coalition for the Homeless (CCH) has followed a clear mission: “We organize and advocate to prevent and end homelessness, because we believe housing is a human right in a just society.” Support this organization this holiday season.
Chicago Public Library: Rogers Park Events
Chicago Public Libraries host family-friendly events for the community and the Rogers Park branch is no different! Visit the CPL website and view the upcoming events in our neighborhood. They offer tutoring courses, children story-time, and more!
Law Students Advocate for CPS Kids
Being an eighth-grader can be hard, but repeating the grade because of poor attendance due to health issues is even harder. Loyola University wants to keep students in school and on the path to graduation. Helping students and families navigate Chicago Public Schools’ Code of Conduct to appeal a grade promotion is the type of hands-on work first and second-year Loyola law students do when they join SUFEO, or Stand Up for Each Other. Students who are suspended are 2x more likely to leave school before graduation. Students and families who don't know how to advocate for the students' needs receive assistance at Loyola.
Concert at St. Gertrude Parish
Join the Yale Whiffenpoofs for an evening of music featuring Chicago's own Dania Baig on Thursday, October 20 at St. Gertrude's church. The event begins at 8:00 pm with doors opening at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $45 for priority seating, $15 for general admission, and $5 for children and students. Masks are not required but are encouraged. Vaccinations are strongly encouraged. The Whiffenpoofs are the country's oldest collegiate a cappella group. Founded over a hundred years ago, the Whiffenpoofs have been singing around the country (and the world!) delighting audiences with a wide variety of a cappella music.
Exhibition at Ralph Arnold Gallery
The Ralph Arnold Gallery at Loyola University Chicago has a new exhibition that opens on November 4th. This exhibition, "In the United States there is more space where nobody is than where anybody is" features works from Kim Krause, Morgan, and Sabina Ott exploring joy, generosity and stubbornness. Come visit the gallery to view this amazing art. The gallery is always FREE and open to the public. Please check the website for opening details.
Proposed 2023 Budget from Mayor Lightfoot
Mayor Lori Lightfoot recently released a proposed budget for the coming 2023 fiscal year. View the complete proposed budget here. City Council will vote on this proposed budget in mid-November.
A Message from Mark C. Reed
As Dr. Mark Reed takes his place as the newly elected president of Loyola University Chicago, he shares a message with the Loyola community. “Our mission to walk alongside our students in the pursuit of a hope-filled future has never been more important" he says in the above video. Dr. Reed is excited to learn more about the university and the surrounding Chicagoland community. Visit the Office of the President website for more from Dr. Reed, information about the university's strategic plan and impact statements, and inauguration info.
Voter Information for the November 2022 Election
Civic engagement is part of a transformative education in the Jesuit tradition. Loyola Votes is a non-partisan, University-wide campaign effort under the Loyola University Public Engagement (LUPE) Working Group at Loyola University Chicago. We’re excited to be part of the national effort to strengthen our democracy by registering voters in advance of the 2022 United States elections on Tuesday, November 8. One the Loyola Votes website, you can learn how to register, and get informed about registration, and positions.
Summur Roberts Elected to Maywood Chamber of Commerce BOD
The Office of Neighborhood Initiative's Summur Roberts was recently elected to the Maywood Chamber of Commerce (MCC) Board of Directors. Roberts is the Director for Neighborhood Initiatives at Loyola's Health Sciences campus. She has worked for the university for two decades in public and civic engagement, and is dedicated to building relationships between community partners. The MCC strives to support Maywood's local economy. They are committed to the success of small businesses, directing locals to social service providers, and the promotion of arts and culture. Learn more about the MCC and their contributions to the Maywood community.
A Farewell to Dr. Rooney
As President of Loyola University Chicago for the past six years, Dr. Rooney has upheld the Jesuit mission and values, maintained a commitment to social justice, strengthened academic programs and schools, and guided the university through a tumultuous pandemic. During her presidency, Loyola opened and invested in the The Parkinson School of Public Health and Health Sciences, Arrupe College, The School of Environmental Sustainability, and the Rule of Law Institute. Dr. Rooney has continued the university's mission of leadership and inclusion throughout her time here. Her impactful contributions have stabilized Loyola during a time of change, and prepared the university for a successful future.
Loyola Ramblers
Loyola Athletics are back! Head to the Loyola Ramblers website to see the full list of athletic teams, along with their schedules, rosters, and news. Purchase tickets today for your favorite teams. Go 'Blers!
Community - Centered Engagement
A community thrives when the individuals who inhabit it thrive too. It is our responsibility to give back by using our resources and partnerships for the greater good of our neighborhoods. Loyola University has developed a strategic plan that prioritizes this responsibility. As a community anchor, Loyola strived to promote education and scholarship, provide resources to reduce social inequities, and strengthen partnerships within the shared community.
Michael O'Loughlin and Hidden Mercy: Loyola Community Book Club
Michael O'Loughlin will read from his book Hidden Mercy: AIDS, Catholics, and the Untold Stories of Compassion in the Face of Fear and engage our community in conversation. O'Loughlin paints a tapestry of those quiet heroes who, in the height of the AIDS crisis in the 1980s, responded to human suffering with absolute heroism. A community event hosted by the Hank Center, St. Gertrude Church, and Loyola's Office of Mission Integration. The Hank Center will be offering events throughout the entire Fall 2022 semester. View the schedule here.
Move-In Schedule
As we enter the last months of summer, Loyola University Chicago is preparing for the 2022-2023 Academic Year. Next week we will be welcoming approximately 2,400 first year students for a total of 5,100 new and returning students to on-campus housing. As we have done during the past years, we are sending this courtesy letter to inform you of the move-in activities taking place at the Lake Shore Campus on Monday, August 22 through Saturday, August 27, 2022.
Loyola Supports Local Businesses
A few years ago, before COVID halted our ability to be together in public spaces, Loyola began encouraging employees to spend their university dining dollars locally. In fiscal year 2021, Loyola employees with university credit cards spent about $39,000 at restaurants in Edgewater and Rogers Park, near the LakeShore Campus; 58% of that money went to locally owned establishments. In fiscal year 2020, before the pandemic, 63% of restaurant spending in the neighborhood was with independent businesses. Research shows that local dollars are recycled within the city rather than exported out of town. For every dollar spent at a national chain only about 30% stays within the local economy while that number jumps to 79% when the dollar is spent at a local, independently business. When Loyola employees make choices to spend budget dollars locally, more money stays in Chicago.
Free Tutoring in English for Neighborhood Adults
In September, 2022, the Loyola Community Literacy Center is beginning its 31st year, offering free tutoring in English to our adult neighbors. The Literacy Center can help you learn or improve your English skills at all levels. They offer tutoring in reading, writing, conversation, and pronunciation as well as help with the TOEFL, IELTS, GED, and Citizenship exams. Tutoring hours are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday evenings from 7:20 to 9 pm. We will open on Monday, September 12th. Tutoring will be virtual, using Zoom on computers and on smart phones. If you are interested in joining, please email literacy@luc.edu to recieve a registration form. You will be contacted with information about date and time and when a tutor will be available for you. The Loyola Community Literacy Center is sponsored by the English Department and the College of Arts and Sciences of Loyola University Chicago
Part Time Job, Internship and Service Fair
The Part-Time Job, Internship & Service Fair offers students of all majors and levels part-time opportunities (paid or unpaid) while balancing their studies, but is also open to the public. There will be 60 employers at the fair with part-time, full-time, internship, and service positions available for those looking for employment. The fair will take place Wednesday, September 7th, in-person at Damen Student Center located at 6511 N. Sheridan Rd. Visit the website for additional information and employer registration.
Sister Jean's 103rd Birthday Celebration
On Sunday, August 21st, Loyola will be helping Sr. Jean celebrate her 103rd Birthday. The celebration begins with a Mass on campus, followed by re-naming the plaza at the Loyola CTA Station stop in her honor. Learn more about Sister Jean through a timeline of her life.
Arrupe College
Arrupe College, established in 2015, is one of Loyola University Chicago’s proudest accomplishments. The intensive two-year program is designed for students to graduate with an associate's degree and transferable credits to many Illinois and out-of-state institutions. Located at Loyola’s Water Tower Campus downtown, the college is intentionally accessible to students in the Chicagoland area. With graduating classes of 200, Arrupe cultivates a tight-knit community that guides the student’s academic and personal life toward success. Arrupe students have access to all resources and benefits that Loyola has to offer. With attentive counselors and professors, available housing, and a rigorous but achievable program, students are set up to prosper. Furthermore, 76% percent of Arrupe graduates leave the program with no debt.
Loyola's IC Featured in Architectural Digest
In a recent article by Architectural Digest, Loyola University Chicago's Informational Commons was featured as one of the most beautiful libraries around the world. Located at 6501 N Kenmore Ave, the Information Commons is the perfect place to relax and get some work done.
Loyola Urban Agriculture at the Glenwood Market
Loyola’s School of Environmental Sustainability initiative Urban Agriculture is a program whose mission is to promote equitable access to sustainable and healthy food in the community. Since 2013, founder Kevin Erickson runs the program with about 25 students a semester in their outdoor production, aquaponics, hydroponics, mushroom production, and farmers market projects. The program utilizes organic methods such as drip irrigation, crop rotation and diversity, and making their own compost. Urban Agriculture intentionally aims to attract customers of all incomes to promote health equity in the Chicago area. Loyola students will be selling sustainably produced lettuce and greens mixes, vegetables, flowers, and native plants at the Glenwood Farmers Market on Sundays beginning on June 5th. The Glenwood Farmers Market also partners with Link Up Illinois to make nutritional food more accessible to low-income Illiniosians by doubling the value of Link purchases at farmers markets. Head over
Loyola Receives $100M Gift from John and Kathy Schreiber
Loyola University Chicago has received a $100 million gift from John (BBA ’68) and Kathy Schreiber—the largest gift in University history. This gift will fund full scholarships, room and board, and an array of comprehensive support services for aspiring Black, Latino, first generation, and other ethnically and racially diverse students who are historically underrepresented in higher education. Learn more about this historic gift and its impact on the university.
LUC Libraries Reading Lists
In celebration of the month of June Loyola Libraries has created reading lists for cutural topics of interest. Pride Month is celebrated each June to commemorate the accomplishments and legacy of the LGBTQ+ community. Last year President Joe Biden designated June to be National Immigrant Heritage Month as well. Check out the LUC Library's reading list for great suggestions to celebrate the LGBTQ+ and Immigrant Heritage communities. Additionally, in light of the tragedy in Ulvade, Texas, LUC Libraries has complied resources on how to learn and discuss issues of gun violence in America.
Monthly Organ Concerts at Madonna della Strada
Loyola University’s Madonna della Strada Chapel announces the return of their monthly organ concert series. This monthly series occurs on the third Sunday of every month at 3:00pm in Madonna della Strada Chapel. All are welcome to these free concerts with free parking in the main parking structure, enter at Kenmore Ave and West Sheridan Road. On Sunday, June 19, we feature a stellar line up of musicians and a theme of praise, honor, comfort, and grief as we listen to Maurice Duruflé's Requiem. This FREE concert features conductor Kirsten Hedegaard, organist Stephen Buzard, the Voices of Madonna, and Chamber Orchestra.
ASPIRE Loyola
Loyola University offers a fellowship for future medical students to prepare for the application process, become educated on health disparities in the community, and be introduced to the village of Maywood. The Academic Summer Program Integrating Resources for Excellence (ASPIRE) allows students to engage in community outreach while also cultivating their own applications and clinical experience. Visit the ASPIRE website to learn more about the program.
Loyola Production of Everybody showing at ETA
The Loyola Theatre was invited by ETA Creative Arts Foundation to put on their production of Everybody by Brandon Jacobs-Jenkins, and will run from May 19th - June 12th. ETA is a major cultural resource that strives for the preservation of promotion of African American aesthetic in the city of Chicago. The Loyola production is excited for this partnership with the ETA, and honored to be kicking off their 51st season! Learn more about the ETA's cultural impact and purchase tickets for this amazing production!
inQbate by Loyola Limited
Established in 2010, inQbate is a Loyola Limited venture devoted to helping small businesses, organizations, and startups in Chicago expand their reach and multiply their impact through strategic, data-driven marketing solutions. Subsidized by the university and its other student-led businesses, inQbate is able to provide marketing services that are that are both affordable and effective to stimulate growth in the local economy. We are now accepting clients for the 2023-2024 school year, so inquire at inQbate@luc.edu if interested!
Include Your Small Business In The 2022 Ramblin' Around Guide
Include your small business in 2022 Ramblin' Around Guide! For almost 20 years our office has published and distributed over 6,000 Ramblin’ Around Guides to our first year and transfer students to familiarize them with the local businesses in the area. By placing an ad in our guide, you are not only contributing to the continual efforts of our office to bridge the cultures of our neighboring businesses and the university, but you will have the opportunity to reach a new population of potential patrons for your business. If interested in including your business in the guide and for more information on ad prices and sizes, contact crodriguez8@luc.edu. However, spaces are limited, so please respond to secure an ad placement as soon as possible.
ChainLinks! NOW OPEN Tues-Sun from 10-6
ChainLinks is the nation’s first student-run bicycle shop, opened in 2011 as a not-for-profit organization within the Quinlan School of Business' Loyola Limited program. The undergraduate staff continues to maintain a fleet of Specialized rental bikes while providing bike maintenance and related products to the greater Chicagoland area. We strive to promote clean bicycle transportation while engaging with the cyclist community at public events. We hope to see you soon! We can be found at 1100 W Sheridan Rd.
Mark C. Reed Announced as New President of Loyola
Dr. Reed joins Loyola after seven years as the first non-Jesuit president at Saint Joseph’s University, and before that, 15 years in senior leadership roles across Fairfield University. His career has focused on strengthening the institutions he has served, particularly in the areas of expanded academic programs, strategic partnerships, university finances and endowment, student formation, and advancement of the Jesuit, Catholic mission. Learn more about the search for Loyola's 25th president, Dr. Reed's background, and hear a message from Dr. Reed to the Loyola community.
Summur Roberts Appointed Co-Chair of AJCU Affinity Group
Loyola is one of the 28 colleges and universities within the Jesuit higher education network. The Association for Jesuit Colleges and Universities or AJCU is a national organization that represents Jesuit Higher Education amongst its various constituencies; provides a forum for the exchange of information and experiences in Jesuit higher education; and encourages and facilitates collaborative initiatives among its member institutions. Those initiatives include fostering Jesuit, Catholic identity and mission; educating for a faith that does justice; supporting national, international and online collaborations between campuses; and sponsoring professional and leadership development programs. Summur was named as co-chair of the “Community Engagement” affinity group. Under her leadership alongside Julie Schumacher-Cohen from the University of Scranton, the group provides shared learning opportunities and best practices for staff and professionals across the institutions in the network.
Move Out 2022
As the Spring Semester draws to a close, Loyola University Chicago is preparing to close out 2021-2022 Academic Year. As we have done during the past years, we are sending this courtesy letter to inform you of the move-out activities taking place at the Lake Shore Campus on Friday, May 7, 2022 – Monday, May 9, 2022. Please take note of the following days and times during which the City has provided a permit to designate “no parking” on area streets to facilitate move out. Watch for No Parking on the following streets: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm 1000-1150 W Loyola Avenue from Sheridan to the lake (north side only) 1201-1220 W Northshore, from Sheridan to the Alley (both sides) 6201-6259 N Kenmore from Rosemont to Granville (East side only) 6200-6259 N. Winthrop from Ro
Commencement Schedule
The end of the academic year is approaching and Loyola will be celebrating all graduates with commencement events throughout the month of May. Visit Loyola's Commencement page to view all events taking place this May.
Maywood Village Pride Village Wide: Community Clean Up
Loyola students are invited to roll up their sleeves and join the Maywood community in a day of gardening, beautification and clean up on Saturday, April 30, 2022 9:00 am—12:30 pm. Loyola University Chicago is sponsoring two park sites. Activities include painting, de-weeding, planting, mulching, plus, installing a Little Free Library. Morning snacks and boxed lunch provided. Register and learn more about this community service event.
Parkinson Summer School Short Courses
The Parkinson School of Health Sciences and Public Health invites degree and non-degree seeking students to participate in a series of 1-credit special topic courses on Strengthening Population Health Resilience in the Time of COVID-19. Resilient and robust public health and health care systems rely on the interdependence of groups such as individuals, schools, employers, public health professionals, community organizations, first responders, healthcare professionals, and governments. Strong public health literacy is the foundation for strengthening our collective resilience and response - as we move from flattening the curve, to controlling transmission, and ultimately, to preventing infection with the advent of a vaccine.
Violence Prevention Summit at Loyola
The 3rd Annual Loyola Stands Against Gun Violence Community Advocacy and Violence Prevention Summit at Loyola occurred April 6th. This Summit aimed to provide first-hand perspectives of the effects of gun violence and how we can be advocates for change. Visit the Stand Against Gun Violence website to learn more.
Holy Week and Easter Schedule
During the week of April 10-17, 2022, Madonna della Strada Chapel will be holding masses and liturgies to celebrate Holy Week, the conclusion of the Easter season. Visit the Campus Ministry website to view the scheduled services.
Elevate Devon
Loyola Student Ambassadors to the community process that will create a new vision for Devon Avenue set up in the Damen Student Center at Loyola's Lakeshore Campus to solicit input from their fellow students. The Elevate Devon community process is still underway and seeking input and ideas on everything from traffic to landscaping to new business ideas. Read more about the community planning study in an article written by @griffinkrueger for the Loyola Phoenix. Sign up to get and give input at ElevateDevon.org
Strategies for a Vibrant Future
Several members of Loyola University's administration participated in a 2021 analysis of Chicago's Magnificent Mile, home to the Water Tower Campus. The global pandemic that stiffled travel coupled with the social unrest in 2020 left one of the country's most iconic tourist destinations lingering in a quiet that it has never experienced before. People are returning to the Mile and finding new experiences including pop-up installations, music, and diverse public art. The recommendations of the forward-thinking study are available for the public to read and were recently summarized by Alby Gallun for Crain's.
Loyola Campus Guest Policy Update
Effective Monday, April 11, all campus visitors—including students, faculty, staff, guests, volunteers, and vendors—ages five and older must provide proof that they are up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations as defined by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). This means a person has received all recommended doses in their primary series COVID-19 vaccine and booster doses when eligible. Campus visitors who are not up to date on vaccinations must display proof of a negative COVID-19 test taken within no more than 48 hours of an event to enter. At this time, PCR and rapid antigen tests will be accepted. For the most efficient entry possible, vaccinated attendees should create a free CLEAR account to provide proof of vaccination in order to enter. Complete, updated COVID-19 guidance for on-campus events can be found on Loyola’s Health, Safety, and Well-Being website.
Loyola Expert: Inflation
Loyola Quinlan School of Business professor Abol Jalilvand provides an explanation for economic inflation in this short video.
Art Exhibition: This Too Shall Pass
The experience of time has ruptured in ways large and small. From the shared temporal limbo of the past two years to the passing of accustomed norms and expectations for the future, we are poignantly reminded of the precarity and temporariness of current conditions. Through their works, the artists in This Too Shall Pass address cycles of materiality as processes that reclaim, restore, regenerate, reconstitute and reconfigure. This exhibition is taking place from March 18th - April 14th, is curated by Joshi Radin Flores, and features works by Rebecca Beachy, N. Masani Landfair, and Nancy Valladares. There is an open reception on Friday, March 25th, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., registration required.
Panel Discussion on Indigenous Peoples
Please join the University Libraries and the Student Government of Loyola Chicago on Wednesday, March 30 at 3:30 PM for an online and in-person presentation of Understanding and Respect for the past and present: panel discussion on indigenous peoples. This rich discussion includes valued members from Loyola and the community who aim to raise awareness and educate participants on the rich history of indigenous peoples at Loyola and the diverse cultures of Native Americans in Chicago.
Rambler Rally
March 22nd is Rambler Rally, Loyola’s annual giving day. Follow along at our Rambler Rally page for updates as we set our sights on 1,963 donors. And join us on social media as members of the Loyola community from around the world come together to show their support for current students and make a difference to programs across Loyola’s campuses. Go Ramblers!
Updated Mask Policy
Loyola has updated their masking policy. To read about the new guidelines, as well as other community health and safety messages, head to the Health, Safety, and Well-Being website.
Women's History Month
March is Women’s History Month. During this time of national recognition of the accomplishments, achievements and contributions of women, Loyola Libraries has compiled a reading list to learn and celebrate with our community, along with other informational resources.
2022 Climate Change Conference
Join us virtually during the week of March 14 – 18, 2022 to explore the impact of climate change with science experts, front line advocates, and Illinois legislators who are addressing the intersection of climate change, human health, and justice. See the website for the full agenda of FREE presentations. Please register for sessions in order to receive the ZOOM links.
BUILDING BRIDGES: A Synodal Encounter between Pope Francis and University Students
This historic encounter between the Pope and university students from North, Central, and South America will address salient challenges of our times. The Pope will dialogue with these university students who will share concrete educational projects that seek to justly transform environmental and economic realities. Register for this event taking place on February 24nd at 12 p.m.
Loyola's Global Engagement
With campuses in the historic cities of Rome, Italy, and Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, Loyola University Chicago facilitates cultural engagement on a global scale. Read about all of Loyola's campuses abroad and here in Chicago.
The Loyola Project
The Loyola Project tells the story of the Loyola Chicago Ramblers breaking racial barriers on their journey to the national championship in 1963. Learn more about the film and the screenings occurring at universities throughout the country.
News

Loyola Presents $1 Million to Red Cloud Indian School
Bob Brave Heart (pictured) and Peter Klink S.J. accepted a one million dollar Opus prize at Loyola University Chicago on November 11,2021. The deep partnership between the Jesuits and the Lakota people has helped Red Cloud educate thousands of primary and high school students, many of whom have gone on to college, technical schools, or service in the military.
Afghan Refugee Resettlement