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Remembering Mary Ann Smith
The WLA remembers former 48th Ward Alderman Mary Ann Smith, who passed away on July 31, 2024. In serving the 48th ward, Smith was dedicated to matters concerning economic and residential development, environmental issues, community outreach through education, traffic and transportation improvements, and expanding services to youth and the elderly. As an advocate for human rights, she promoted ethnic and racial diversity in the Edgewater and Uptown business districts and worked to integrate the new immigrant community. Known as “Chicago’s Green Alderman” Smith also served on various parks and environmental committees and earned a United Nations Environment Programme Award for Citizen Action to Protect the Global Environment. Learn more about Mary Ann Smith’s life and career through her collection's finding aid.READ -
Mundelein Reunion 2024
Mundelein Reunion Weekend is September 28-29, 2024! All alumnae are invited back to campus to reconnect with friends and classmates, explore campus, and celebrate the Mundelein College legacy. Congrats, Class of 1974: It’s your 50th Mundelein reunion! Follow the link to register for events, including building tours and an open house hosted by the WLA.REGISTER NOW -
WLA 30th Anniversary Celebration
As we closeout our anniversary year, please join us at the WLA 30th Anniversary Celebration on November 7, 2024. This event will be held at McCormick Lounge in Coffey Hall on Loyola's Lake Shore Campus. REGISTER -
Open House Chicago 2024
On October 19–20, the Women and Leadership Archives (WLA) is hosting Piper Hall as part of Open House Chicago with the Chicago Architecture Center! The first floor will be open to visitors 10am-4pm each day. We’re one of more than 170 sites in 20+ neighborhoods welcoming visitors for this FREE annual architecture festival. DETAILS -
Sister Jean: Back in the Day
On August 21, 2024, Sister Jean celebrates her 105th birthday! Before the world fell in love with her, we knew Sister Jean (Jean Dolores Schmidt, BVM) from her long career at Mundelein College.LEARN MORE -
'90s Crafts and Snacks: Aug 28, 2024
We're going back to the '90s to celebrate the WLA's 30th Anniversary! Stop by the Information Commons entrance during the first week of classes on August 28 to grab a '90s snack and craft kit.MORE -
Study Hall: April 25, 29, & 30
WLA anniversary events continue with study hall hours. The WLA reading room (Piper Hall, third floor) will be open as a quiet study space for students leading up to final exams. ‘90s snacks will be provided! LEARN MORE -
'90s Crafts and Snacks Events Celebrate the WLA's 30th Anniversary!
We're going back to the '90s to celebrate the WLA's 30th Anniversary! We'll be sharing '90s snacks and crafts with the Loyola community. From 11am-1pm, we'll be in the Information Commons on April 11th and 17th and in Damen on April 16th!LEARN MORE -
Explore the Mundelein College Collection Online
Explore the Mundelein College photographs now available online in the Illinois Digital Archives. During a webinar on March 30, 2023, Emily Reiher, WLA Director, demonstrated how to browse and search for materials in the online collection. Watch the recording of the demonstration now! WATCH VIDEO -
Step into the Buildings of Mundelein College
Visit our new digital resource that tells the stories of some of the buildings that were once part of Mundelein College's campus. See historic photos and learn the history discovered in the Mundelein College Records of buildings that still stand or have since been demolished. We will be adding more buildings for you to explore in the coming weeks!READ -
Access the WLA’s Digital Collections (Video)
Learn how to access the WLA's digital collections in our latest instructional video. We'll walk you through exploring digitized materials in Preservica.WATCH VIDEO -
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