Loyola University Chicago
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President's Biography
Sustainability
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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Taking Time to Listen
Dr. Rooney welcomed the University community back to campus, shared information about the upcoming MLK Celebration and the Mission Priority Examen, and reflected on what a blessing it is to be a part of Loyola.
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Update on the Provost Search
Dr. Rooney updated the campus community on the open search the University has been conducting for the next provost and chief academic officer. Though several of the finalists demonstrated strengths in some areas, no clear consensus on a leading candidate emerged from the process. Margaret Callahan, CRNA, PhD, FNAP, FAAN, will remain interim provost during our continued search. The University is committed to finding a provost and chief academic officer who will join the Loyola community as we seek to strengthen and deepen our efforts to live out our shared Jesuit, Catholic mission.
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Midwest Jesuits Release Names of those with Established Allegations of Sexual Abuse of Minors Since 1955
Dr. Rooney responds to release of names on December 17
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How Do We Answer Hate?
President Rooney shares the Loyola community’s condolences and prayers for the victims and families of the Tree of Life synagogue shootings. (Updated 10.31.18)
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Restlessly Inclined
At the 2018 Faculty Convocation September 17, Dr. Jo Ann Rooney focused on topics central to the Jesuit mission and the year ahead.
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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.
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Loyola's Distinctive Light
Dr. Jo Ann Rooney shares Easter and Passover blessings and celebrates Loyola's March Madness run.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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REMARKS & VIDEO
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.
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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.
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COMMUNITY MESSAGE
Loyola Receives $6 Million Gift
John and Kathy Schreiber generously gift $6 million for Arrupe students and graduates.
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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.
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Campus Safety Independent Review Task Force Update
President Rooney outlines programs and policies in response to the recommendations of the Task Force on Campus Safety.
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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.
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Keeping Families Together
President Rooney calls for end to family separations
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Jeremy Langford Named Vice President, University Marketing and Communication
Loyola Names New Vice President for University Marketing & Communciation
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Safety on Our Campus and In Our Neighborhood
Dr. Jo Ann Rooney shares a message to parents who have expressed concern about their students' safety and security in the wake of disturbing crimes in Rogers Park.
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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.
