Dear Readers,

Welcome to the 20th anniversary issue of Mosaic Magazine. 

 This year’s issue focuses on civic engagement and politics, with our students covering everything from Gen Z voting trends to community organizations to individual people trying to make the world a little bit better. This issue exemplifies the history of this student-run publication’s dedication to reporting on social justice issues that affect Loyola and its surrounding communities. 

 Mosaic started in 2003 in instructor John Slania’s Feature and Opinion writing class. Slania felt the high-quality student articles on social justice issues needed to be published. Students came up with the name “Mosaic” to reflect the diverse social justice topics they were covering. Students were assigned various editing, photography and design roles. Slania and each student threw $20 in a hat, and the $400 raised was used to publish a modest black and white magazine at a local Kinkos store. 

 From there, Mosaic grew in reputation and sophistication. In the proceeding years, students raised money by selling advertisements in the magazine. Instructor Jessica Brown’s Magazine Design and Production class created glossy color editions of Mosaic, filled with engaging photos, graphics and a professional design. 

 Over the years, the annual editions of Mosaic have covered important social issues such as healthcare, education, racism, gender equality, gun control, domestic violence and homelessness. Mosaic has grown to become a well-known magazine found in dorms, classrooms and offices across Loyola’s campuses. 

 As you read through this year’s issue, we hope you will be inspired by the work these future journalists are doing, as well as the ways in which people and communities work to make Chicago a more just and inclusive city. 

Sincerely, 

Jessica Brown and John Slania

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