Community Messages

Our Prayers and Our World
President Rooney asks the community to offer condolences, thoughts, and prayers for victims of terrorism in Sri Lanka.
Blossoms of Hope and Freedom
Dr. Rooney shares an Easter message with the Loyola Community
Dan Macaluso Named Interim Vice President for Advancement
President Rooney announces the appointment of Dan Macaluso as interim vice president for Advancement.
Mission Priorities
President Rooney and members of the President's Cabinet share an update on Loyola's community Mission Priority Examen.
One Loyola: Moving to a single provost and chief academic officer
President Rooney announces a return to a structure with a single provost for the whole university, and discusses how it will strengthen strategic planning across the University and energize the search for Loyola's next provost.
Hong Cheng, PhD, Named Dean of the School of Communication
President Rooney and Acting Provost Callahan announce the appointment of Hong Cheng, Ph.D., as dean of the School of Communication
Grieving With Our Brothers and Sisters
Dr. Rooney and the President's Cabinet share prayers, thoughts and condolences in the wake of Islamophobic violence in Christchurch, New Zealand.
Malik Henfield, PhD, Named Dean of the School of Education
President Rooney and Acting Provost Callahan announce the appointment of Malik Henfield as Dean of the School of Education
Janet Sisler Named Vice President for Mission Integration
Dr. Rooney and Fr. Prehn announce the appointment of Janet Sisler as Vice President, Mission Integration
Parkinson School of Health Sciences and Public Health
As Loyola University Chicago’s 150th anniversary approaches, we are excited to announce the launch of one of our biggest and boldest endeavors: the Parkinson School of Health Sciences and Public Health.
Loyola Establishes Office for Equity and Compliance
Dr. Rooney and Dr. Winifred Williams announce a new framework to manage investigations into equity, Title IX, and conduct-related matters for students, faculty, and staff.
Update on Provost Search
Provost Search Committee Reconvenes
Faculty Receptions with President and Provost
President Jo Ann Rooney and Provost Margaret Faut Callahan Host Spring Faculty Receptions
Thank You for Your Dedication
Dr. Rooney thanks the essential staff, student workers, and vendor partners who worked through the extreme cold at the end of January.
Tuition Information for the Academic Year 2019-20
Dr. Rooney shares information on 2019-20 tuition and fees.
Taking Time to Listen
After the holiday break, Dr. Rooney welcomed the University community back to campus, shared information about the upcoming MLK Celebration and the Mission Priority Examen, and reflected on what a blessing it is to be a part of Loyola.
Lorna Finnegan named dean of the Marcella Niehoff School of Nursing
Loyola announced the appointment of the dean of the Marcella Niehoff School of Nursing, Lorna Finnegan, PhD, RN, FNP, FAAN.
Update on the Provost Search
Dr. Rooney updated the campus community on the open search the University has been conducting for the next provost and chief academic officer. Though several of the finalists demonstrated strengths in some areas, no clear consensus on a leading candidate emerged from the process. Margaret Callahan, CRNA, PhD, FNAP, FAAN, will remain interim provost during our continued search. The University is committed to finding a provost and chief academic officer who will join the Loyola community as we seek to strengthen and deepen our efforts to live out our shared Jesuit, Catholic mission.
Sharing Gifts With the World
In a holiday message to the community, Dr. Rooney reflects on Christmas and being persons for others.
Midwest Jesuits Release Names of those with Established Allegations of Sexual Abuse of Minors Since 1955
Dr. Rooney responds to release of names on December 17
Jeanne Colleran Appointed Acting Vice President for Advancement
Loyola Announces New Vice Acting Vice President for Advancement
Giving Thanks--and Giving Back
In a Thanksgiving message to the community, Dr. Rooney shares her Loyola "gratitude list."
Shaping the Future of Health Care
Loyola University announces the creation of the School of Health Sciences and Public Health.
Living Our Ignatian Heritage
President Rooney invites the Loyola community to participate in reflections and discussions on our Jesuit history, methods and legacy.
How Do We Answer Hate?
President Rooney shares the Loyola community’s condolences and prayers for the victims and families of the Tree of Life synagogue shootings.
Exercising Your Right to Vote
Dr. Rooney urges the community, especially students, to exercise their franchise on November 6.
Safety On Our Campus and In Our Neighborhood
Dr. Jo Ann Rooney shares a message to parents who have expressed concern about their students' safety and security in the wake of disturbing crimes in Rogers Park.
Statement from Dr. Rooney
In the wake of the Pennsylvania grand jury report on clerical abuse and cover-up, President Rooney calls for a culture of accountability in our academic community.
Campus Safety Independent Review Task Force Update
President Rooney outlines programs and policies in response to the recommendations of the Task Force on Campus Safety.
Jeremy Langford Named Vice President, University Marketing and Communication
Loyola Announces New Vice President for University Marketing & Communication
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2018-2019 Academic Year Welcome
Jo Ann Rooney, JD, LLM, EdD, welcomes Loyolans back to campus.
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