News
Learn more about the latest stories, news, and events from the Division of Student Development here.
STUDENT ENGAGEMENT
Something for Everyone: Student Organizations at Loyola
Ramblers build communities and explore interests through Loyola's many student organizations, from karate to crochet.
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COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
Rambler Brotherhood Project Partners with American Family Insurance
American Family Insurance will provide the Rambler Brotherhood Project with $40,000 to support student success and professional development over the next three years.
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STUDENT SUCCESS
Amélie Malone Honored as 2025 Lincoln Laureate
Amélie Malone has been recognized as Loyola University Chicago’s 2025 Lincoln Laureate, an annual award that honors seniors who demonstrate excellence in academics, extracurriculars, and civic engagement by The Lincoln Academy.
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SPECIAL EVENTS
Making Spirits Bright
Loyola University Chicago celebrated the start of the holiday season with a campus and tree lighting celebration on Lake Shore Campus.
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SPECIAL EVENTS
Harold Ellis Clark shares the power of storytelling with students
The Division of Student Development and the Rambler Brotherhood Project welcomed award-winning playwright Harold Ellis Clark to Lake Shore Campus this October to share a powerful presentation on storytelling with students followed by a live reading of an excerpt from one of his plays on October 23.
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STUDENT RESOURCES
How to Support and Access Campus Food Pantries
Food insecurity continues to impact many college students across the country – including those here at Loyola. Learn how to access or support the food pantries on the Lake Shore (LSC), Water Tower (WTC), and Health Science (HSC) campuses, which provide free, accessible food for students in need.
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STUDENT RESOURCES
Meet Sullivan, Loyola's New Therapy Dog
Get to know Loyola's newest Rambler, Sullivan, a Golden Retriever puppy and therapy dog in training who works full-time with the Wellness Center.
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SPECIAL EVENTS
Award-Winning Playwright Harold Ellis Clark to Speak, Share Play Reading at Loyola
Harold Ellis Clark will share a talk on "The Power of Storytelling" followed by a reading of an excerpt from his play, performed by professional, Chicago-based actors.
SPECIAL EVENTS
Loyola celebrates the magic of music and community at Una Noche de Encanto
The sounds of violins, guitars, and soaring vocals filled the Mundelein Center for Fine and Performing Arts on September 28 as students and professional musicians came together for Una Noche de Encanto—a celebration of music, culture, and community at Loyola.
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SIGNATURE EVENT
Get Ready for Family Weekend 2025
Family Weekend 2025 will take place September 27–28, kicking off with entertainment, food, and a full schedule of activities. Before the festivities begin, check out the schedule and these tips and tricks to make the most of Family Weekend at Loyola.
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COMMUNITY MESSAGE
Update on the Center for Student Inclusion and Belonging
The Division of Student Development is proud to share the successful completion and establishment of our new Center for Student Inclusion and Belonging.
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SIGNATURE EVENT
Loyola Celebrates Latine Heritage Month 2025
Join us in honoring the rich and diverse cultures of the Latin diaspora this Latine Heritage Month in a celebration on September 18, 2025. Together, we will enjoy performances, food, and drinks from Latin cultures.
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SIGNATURE EVENT
Loyola traditions come alive during Welcome Week 2025
The return to campus each fall is filled with joy and excitement through the annual beloved traditions during Welcome Week. This year, new and returning Ramblers came out in the thousands—breaking every attendance record from years past—to participate in Welcome Week.
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PRESS RELEASE
Encanto Arts Brings Opera, Mariachi, and Latin Music Fusion to Loyola University Chicago
On September 27, Loyola University Chicago will partner with Encanto Arts for an award-winning musical program that seamlessly merges classical opera arias, piano, mariachi, and bolero traditions in a breathtaking celebration of Latine Heritage Month.
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SIGNATURE EVENT
Community-centered celebrations send off the Class of 2025
Before the Class of 2025 crossed the stage to receive their degrees, the Division of Student Development (DSD) and campus partners collaborated on a series of events rooted in joy, tradition, and community building up to the pomp and circumstance of Commencement.
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Students Honored at Excellence Awards 2025
Every year, outstanding Ramblers are recognized by the Division of Student Development for their commitments to excellence in exemplifying Loyola's mission and values.
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COMMUNITY MESSAGE
Message about the Center for Student Inclusion and Belonging
As Loyola continues to grow, develop, and evolve to meet the needs of our students, we are restructuring to develop the Center for Student Inclusion and Belonging and reorganize our existing programs and initiatives to integrate and leverage resources in order to better serve all students.
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COMMUNITY MESSAGE
Welcome from Vice President Champagne
It is my honor to lead a pathway for all Loyola University Chicago students to have this transformational experience with my team at the Division of Student Development.
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SIGNATURE EVENT
Women's History Month Events
Celebrate Women's History Month with the Division of Student Development!
