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2024 at Loyola: A year of milestones, achievements, and community impact
As the year comes to an end, let's review 2024! From advancing academic excellence to celebrating the vibrancy of campus life, look back at some of the stories that made this year unforgettable.
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Dean Lorna Finnegan named one of Chicago’s top health care leaders
Marcella Niehoff School of Nursing Dean Lorna Finnegan has been named one of Chicago’s Notable Leaders in Health Care by Crain’s Chicago Business, a recognition honoring the city’s most influential leaders in the industry.
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Ramblers return to campus for Alumni Weekend
From Friday, October 18, to Sunday, October 20, Loyola University Chicago brought together hundreds of alumni to reconnect and celebrate their achievements since graduation.
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Meet the Loyola alum supporting runners’ mental health at the Chicago Marathon
Michele Kerulis (BS ’00) is director of the Chicago Psyching Team, which partners with the Bank of America Chicago Marathon to support the mental health of runners.
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Black Alumni Board hosts Annual Mamie Till-Mobley Scholarship Gala
The Loyola University Chicago Black Alumni Board will host the Annual Mamie Till-Mobley Scholarship Gala Thursday, October 17, 2024 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. in Kasbeer Hall, Corboy Law Center.
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On with the show: Alum creates magic onstage at Sullivan High School
"The best part of being here is watching kids grow." — Joshua Zepeda (BA ’12, MSW ’15), Sullivan High School social worker
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With experience he gained at Loyola, Flavio Bravo makes his mark in Arizona
When Flavio Bravo (BA ’16) was growing up in Phoenix, Arizona, Catholic school seemed out of reach. His parents both worked as court interpreters, and the students in the Catholic schools were the children of the more well-off judges and attorneys.
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Get to know the Loyola men’s volleyball alums competing in the 2024 Olympics
Over 10,000 athletes from all over the world will make their way to Paris on July 26 to contend for gold medals in 329 events. Two of those athletes honed their athletic skills at Loyola.
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Dr. Michael and Mrs. Dorothy Carbon Make $2.29 Million Gift to Support Undergraduate Research and Student Scholarships
Dr. Michael and Mrs. Dorothy Carbon have made a transformative $2.29 million gift to support The Michael and Dorothy Carbon Undergraduate Research Fellowship Program and The Dorothy Carbon Scholarship Fund. This contribution underscores the Carbons' commitment to fostering academic excellence, particularly in STEM fields, and providing financial support to Loyola students.
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Loyola University Chicago Elects New and Returning Members to Board of Trustees and Appoints Life Trustees
Loyola President Mark C. Reed, EdD, extended a welcome to four distinguished leaders in higher education, law, and business who were elected to initial three-year terms: Reverend Michael J. Graham, S.J., Thomas N. Hund (BBA ’76), LaKeisha C. Marsh (JD ’05), and Reverend Jeffrey P. von Arx, S.J.
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Hats off to our newest Rambler alumni!
Amid a sea of maroon regalia and beaming families, Loyola University Chicago’s campus comes alive to celebrate graduating Ramblers. Commencement season marks the culmination of years of hard work for the Class of 2024. With flowers adorning the pathways and picturesque photo spots at every turn, the atmosphere brims with revelry and gratitude.
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Summer construction projects set to enhance Loyola campus facilities
This summer, a series of exciting construction projects are underway, aimed at enhancing our facilities and enriching the campus experience. From state-of-the-art learning spaces to upgraded recreational areas, these developments reflect Loyola’s commitment to providing a cutting-edge environment for current and future students. As the campus transforms, we invite you to stay connected and witness how your alma mater continues to thrive and innovate. Explore the latest changes and envision how these new enhancements will shape the future of Loyola.
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Ahmed “Flex” Omar (BBA ’05)
After escaping war in Somalia, Ahmed “Flex” Omar (BBA ’05) arrived in the United States as a refugee and made Loyola home. “Having that experience early on, seeing war, made me want to do my best to help as many people as I can,” Omar says. Over the past two decades, he has created businesses, volunteered, and developed philanthropies that have created jobs and opportunities, often for those most in need.
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