AY 2019-20
1st Place
“Mary as the Model for All ... Sexists?”
by Sarah LanVanway
About: Sarah LaVanway is a junior with majors in theology and international studies and minors in political science and Catholic studies. She is particularly interested in studying the intersections between religion and politics. Sarah, when not studying in the library, can be found climbing at the Rock Wall, teaching yoga in Halas, participating in Campus Ministry activities, and working in the Writing Center. In her free time, Sarah enjoys reading, rock climbing, listening to podcasts, and practicing yoga.
2nd Place
“This is Your Brain on Disassociation”
by Alex Quebbeman
About: Alex Quebbeman is a rising sophomore who is working toward her degree in Environmental Studies. She is passionate about sustainability, sociology, and animal welfare. She also indulges in online shopping (a little too much) and has a love for ethical fashion. Alex is on her path to discovering how she can use her Loyola education to better herself and her community.
3rd Place
by Matthew Kives
Matthew Kives is a Loyola University Chicago student studying finance in the Quinlan School of Business. He is from New Orleans, Louisiana and has greatly enjoyed experiencing Chicago throughout his time living here. Matthew is also a certified yoga instructor who has a passion for both the arts and activism.
1st Place
“Mary as the Model for All ... Sexists?”
by Sarah LanVanway
About: Sarah LaVanway is a junior with majors in theology and international studies and minors in political science and Catholic studies. She is particularly interested in studying the intersections between religion and politics. Sarah, when not studying in the library, can be found climbing at the Rock Wall, teaching yoga in Halas, participating in Campus Ministry activities, and working in the Writing Center. In her free time, Sarah enjoys reading, rock climbing, listening to podcasts, and practicing yoga.
2nd Place
“This is Your Brain on Disassociation”
by Alex Quebbeman
About: Alex Quebbeman is a rising sophomore who is working toward her degree in Environmental Studies. She is passionate about sustainability, sociology, and animal welfare. She also indulges in online shopping (a little too much) and has a love for ethical fashion. Alex is on her path to discovering how she can use her Loyola education to better herself and her community.
3rd Place
by Matthew Kives
Matthew Kives is a Loyola University Chicago student studying finance in the Quinlan School of Business. He is from New Orleans, Louisiana and has greatly enjoyed experiencing Chicago throughout his time living here. Matthew is also a certified yoga instructor who has a passion for both the arts and activism.