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Continuing our commitment

Continuing our commitment

Dr. Rooney joins leaders in higher education, business, and government in signing an open letter showing support of climate action to meet the Paris Agreement.

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  • Celebrate the Feast Day of St. Ignatius of Loyola

    We invite you to honor our mission in celebration and service as the Loyola community comes together this summer to mark the Feast Day of Saint Ignatius.

  • Update: Voluntary Transition Incentive Program

    Senior Vice President Wayne Magdziarz reports on results and impact of the VTIP.

  • John Slania Appointed Interim Dean of School of Communication

    Margaret Callahan, CRNA, PhD, FNAP, FAAN, announced the appointment of the new acting dean of the School of Communication, effective August 1.

  • Keeping Families Together

    President Rooney calls for end to family separations

  • Campus Safety Independent Review Task Force Update

    In March, President Rooney announced that an external investigation would examine the incident that occurred outside Gentile Arena on February 24, 2018. The report of the investigation has been presented to a task force of students, faculty, staff and outside experts. The University is sharing the report with the community in the interest of transparency and to serve as a basis for discussion and action steps this fall.
  • Community Message

    Janet Sisler Appointed Acting Vice President for Mission Integration

    Jo Ann Rooney, JD, LLM, EdD, and James Prehn, S.J., EdD, announced the appointment of Janet Sisler to the role of acting vice president for mission integration at Loyola, effective July 1.
  • Message to Faculty and Staff

    Announcing the Voluntary Transition Incentive Program

    Senior leadership announced the Voluntary Transition Incentive Program, another initiative to continue the University's efforts focused on operational alignment.
  • Community Message

    NTT Faculty Vote to Ratify Agreements with SEIU Local 73

    Loyola University Chicago's Non-tenure-track faculty in the College of Arts and Sciences and English Language Learning Program have voted overwhelmingly to ratify their respective three-year collective bargaining agreements with Service Employees International Union Local 73. The final step is for the University’s Board of Trustees to approve the agreements, which is expected to occur at the June board meeting.
  • Community Message

    SEIU Local 73 Negotiations – Tentative Agreements Reached

    Loyola University Chicago reached Tentative Agreements with Service Employees International Union Local 73 for three-year collective bargaining agreements providing significant pay increases and enhanced job security for 350 full- and part-time non-tenure-track faculty in the College of Arts and Sciences and seven faculty in the English Language Learning Program.

  • Diversity Campus Climate Survey Results: A Community Conversation

    Read more about the Climate Survey data and results and the University's commitment to being relentless in creating a more fair, just, and equitable community congruent with Loyola’s mission and values.

  • Campus Safety Independent Review Task Force Update

    Jo Ann Rooney announces the members of the Independent Review Task Force comprised of students, faculty, staff, and outside experts in student development and diversity to investigate the February 24 incident involving students and Campus Safety officers.

  • Loyola's Distinctive Light

    Dr. Jo Ann Rooney shares Easter and Passover blessings and celebrates Loyola's March Madness run.

  • A Legacy of Generosity

    An innovative gift from Loyola alumna Col. Jennifer N. Pritzker (BA '79) will establish six endowed funds for scholarships and programs across a wide range of fields and disciplines.

  • Reaffirming Our Commitment to an Inclusive Community

    Following recent events on campus, Dr. Jo Ann Rooney addresses concerns from the community. In reaffirming Loyola’s commitment to its Jesuit values and mission, she stresses the University’s continued work in building an inclusive environment for all.
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  • Transforming the Narrative

    Jo Ann Rooney, JD, LLM, EdD, welcomes the Loyola community back and invites everyone to come together in the spirit of community—resolved to push the frontiers of our individual and collective knowledge.
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  • COMMUNITY MESSAGE

    Legislative Update: Advocating for Our Students

    Jo Ann Rooney, JD, LLM, EdD, responds to congressional tax reform efforts, advocating against any legislation that makes higher education more expensive for students and erodes the financial stability of public and private, two- and four-year colleges and universities.
  • COMMUNITY MESSAGE

    John P. Pelissero, PhD, Transitioning Out of Provost and Chief Academic Officer

    John P. Pelissero, PhD, will transition from his role of provost and return to the faculty as professor of political science, effective April 30, 2018. Beginning January 1, 2018, and continuing throughout the national search, Margaret Faut Callahan, CRNA, PhD, FNAP, FAAN, will serve as acting provost and chief academic officer for the entire campus community.
  • Exploring Our Ignatian Legacy
    COMMUNITY MESSAGE

    Exploring Our Ignatian Legacy

    Join the Loyola family as we celebrate, investigate, discuss, and deepen the powerful legacy of St. Ignatius of Loyola. Read an introduction to Ignatian spirituality and November’s Ignatian Heritage Month from Loyola President Jo Ann Rooney, JD, LLM, EdD.
  • COMMUNITY MESSAGE

    Diversity and Inclusion Campus Climate Survey

    Jo Ann Rooney, JD, LLM, EdD, and Winifred Williams, PhD, announce Loyola’s first University-wide Diversity and Inclusion Campus Climate Survey.
  • City Club of Chicago Address
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    City Club of Chicago Address

    On October 4, Jo Ann Rooney, JD, LLM, EdD, president of Loyola University Chicago, addressed the members of the City Club of Chicago. In her second year at Loyola and in Chicago, Dr. Rooney outlined her view of the University’s past, present, and future and discussed the innovative ways we are impacting Chicago and beyond.
  • MESSAGE TO Just Employment Task Force

    Response to the Just Employment Task Force

    Loyola President Jo Ann Rooney, JD, LLM, EdD, responds to the task force's recommendations for creating a more fair, competitive, and socially just workplace.
  • STATEMENT

    Statement on the Rescission of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals Program

    Jo Ann Rooney, JD, LLM, EdD, reaffirms the University’s commitment to a community based in hope, faith, and service—and to the extraordinary group of students affected by the decision ending the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program.
  • Arrupe College of Loyola University Chicago Inaugural Commencement
    Remarks

    Arrupe College of Loyola University Chicago Inaugural Commencement

    Read remarks by Loyola President Jo Ann Rooney, JD, LLM, EdD, from Arrupe College's Commencement ceremony. Bookending the inaugural class’s experience, the event marked a milestone for the college and its 82 graduates.
  • Loyola Receives $6 Million Gift
    COMMUNITY MESSAGE

    Loyola Receives $6 Million Gift

    John and Kathy Schreiber generously gift $6 million for Arrupe students and graduates.