Office of Community Relations
Office of Community Relations
Serving as the administration’s community connection, the office encourages internal and external relationships that strengthen Loyola’s role as an Anchor Institution; promoting opportunities to strategically and intentionally use our human, financial, and spiritual resources to improve quality of life for Chicagoland residents, especially those most historically marginalized in our communities.
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News and Events
Drone Light Show Planned for Family Weekend
Loyola will host its first drone light show during Family Weekend on Saturday, Sept. 26 (weather permitting). The approximately 500-drone display will take place over East Quad and may be visible from portions of the surrounding neighborhood. Unlike traditional fireworks, drone shows are quiet, producing only a light buzzing sound, and do not include explosive effects. The drones will fly between approximately 100 and 400 feet above campus and will remain over Loyola property. No street closures are expected. We are sharing this information in advance so neighbors who notice the display can know what to expect. Many residents may remember Loyola's former New Year's Fest fireworks celebrations; this drone show offers a new way to celebrate a special campus occasion while minimizing noise and neighborhood impacts.
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Community Voices Help Shape Loyola's Future
More than 500 community members participated in Loyola's Campus Planning Survey, sharing ideas about safety, transportation, housing, green space, economic vitality, and community access. Building on the university's 2024 engagement process, respondents affirmed the importance of ongoing dialogue while encouraging greater transparency and collaboration. The survey results help guide Loyola's campus planning efforts and reinforce the university's commitment to listening, partnership, and responsible stewardship as a neighbor in Rogers Park and Edgewater.
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Loyola Community Fall Book Club: A New Program from Loyola University Chicago
Join Loyola University Chicago for the inaugural Loyola Community Fall Book Club, a new opportunity to connect, reflect, and engage with the Jesuit tradition through meaningful conversation. This fall, we'll explore The Jesuit Guide to (Almost) Everything: A Spirituality for Real Life by Fr. James Martin, S.J., an engaging and accessible introduction to Ignatian spirituality and its relevance to everyday life. Through stories, practical wisdom, and thoughtful reflection, the book invites readers to consider how values such as gratitude, discernment, service, and finding meaning in daily life can enrich our personal journeys, professional lives, and communities. The book will be provided to all participants. Details: October 6 | 6:00-7:30 p.m. | Virtual (Zoom link provided upon registration).
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