First-Year Ministry
Care for the Whole Person
First Year Ministry serves as a visible, invitational, and pastorally present team for First Year students to become engaged in activities of service, sacraments, and reflection. In collaboration with Residence Life and the Wellness Center, First Year Ministry is also dedicated to the personal care of every student through their transition into college. Many of our first year activities are led by our Loyola Companions.
Contact the First-Year Team
Pastoral presence is provided by chaplains and interns in the First-Year Residence Halls.
- North Side Residence Halls - Mertz and Campion
Centennial Forum Student Union
Chaplain: Matthew "Jake" Jacobson
Intern: Katie Cranor - Office: 773-508-2202
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South Side Residence Halls - Simpson, Coffey, Creighton and Regis
Simpson LLC Lobby
Chaplain: Colleen Narbone
Intern: Matt Stevens -
Office: 773-508-7004
Events
Events are open to all first-year students. To take part in any of the events, contact the First-Year Team. Applications are linked below.
| Chicago Urban Immersion | When | Purpose |
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This 48 hour urban immersion will take participants to different parts of Chicago to learn about some of the social issues in our city as well as listen to the hopes of people struggling to deal with life in Chicago. Cost is $50. Scholarships are available. *Click here for an application. |
September 5-7, 2008 September 12-14, 2008 |
This is for students to engage with different parts of Chicago through hands-on experiences. |
| First Year Explore Retreat | When | Purpose |
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This retreat is for all first-year students who are invited to explore gifts, curiosities, and talents. This includes group discussions, art, meditation, and downtime. Cost is $50. Scholarships are available. *Click here for an application. |
October 17-19, 2008 February 6-8, 2009 |
This retreat will help to identify what stirs the deep gladness within your heart. |
Ongoing Activities
Ongoing activities are open to all first-year students at any time of the year. To take part in any of the ongoing activities, contact the First-Year Team.
- First-Year Community Service
First Year students are invited to join us Tuesdays and Fridays from 3 - 6 p.m. at St. Thomas of Canterbury Soup Kitchen in Uptown. Meet Tuesdays at 3 PM or 4 PM in the Simpson Lobby and Fridays at 3 PM or 4 PM in CFSU. No need to sign up but bring your U-Pass!
- In-Hall Liturgies and Hospitality Events
Your Loyola Companions and First Year chaplains sponsor study breaks and liturgies in your residence hall. Take a break and come by to say hello and build community!