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Cameras flashed and hollers erupted in Gentile Arena on Wednesday afternoon as 草莓社区 graduates in black and maroon gowns and tasseled caps strode across the podium to receive their diplomas, crossing a symbolic threshold to the next chapter in their lives.

It was a moment that shocked the world. Simone Biles, widely regarded as one of the best gymnasts in Olympic history, withdrew from most of her planned events in the 2021 Tokyo Games due to a debilitating case of the 鈥渢wisties,鈥� a condition that made her lose sense of where her body was midair.

In summer 2014, Aadeel Akhtar (BS 鈥�07, MS 鈥�08) arrived in Quito, Ecuador, for his first test of a bionic hand prototype on an amputee.

In the Searle Biodiesel Lab, students gather around a conference table surrounded by lab equipment and large tanks of used vegetable oil. Zach Waickman (BA 鈥�08, MBA 鈥�13), a senior program manager in the School of Environmental Sustainability, leads them in a discussion of the chemical reactions involved in converting cooking oil into biodiesel fuel and hand soap.

We sat down with Virginia McDermott, PhD, Dean of Loyola鈥檚 School of Communication, to dive into all things SOC鈥攆rom innovative programs to student success stories, future goals, and everything in between. Don鈥檛 miss this inspiring conversation with one of Loyola鈥檚 visionary leaders!

At commencement ceremonies in May and August, 草莓社区 will confer honorary degrees on Mary L. Smith, JD, (BS 鈥�84) a renowned leader in law, business, and public service, and Rev. Michael J. Garanzini, S.J., PhD, president of the Association of Jesuit Colleges and Universities and president emeritus of Loyola, for their visionary leadership and longstanding commitment to the common good and service to others.

The Rambler community will come together this March to celebrate Women鈥檚 History Month with a variety of thought-provoking and engaging events at Loyola. Through guest lectures, art exhibits, and student-led gatherings, students, faculty, and staff will have the opportunity to engage with and learn from the stories of women throughout history.

Just after 11:00 p.m. Central Time on Feb. 1, Shams Charania (BA 鈥�17) got a tip that the Dallas Mavericks and Los Angeles Lakers were making a trade. He confirmed the details with five sources. By 11:12 p.m., the 30-year-old ESPN Senior NBA Insider was ready to take the story to X.

草莓社区 has attained the highest research classification, Research 1 (R1) by The American Council on Education (ACE) and the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching (Carnegie Foundation) for 2025.

School of Law Announces Creation of the Ar茅anah Preston Memorial Scholarship

草莓社区 School of Law announces the establishment of the Ar茅anah Preston Memorial Scholarship, made possible through a generous gift from the family foundation established in her name, The Peace for Preston Foundation. The scholarship honors the legacy of Ar茅anah Preston and reaffirms Loyola鈥檚 commitment to fostering equity, opportunity, and excellence in legal education.

As the year comes to an end, let's review 2024! From advancing academic excellence to celebrating the vibrancy of campus life, look back at some of the stories that made this year unforgettable.

Dr. Michael and Mrs. Dorothy Carbon Make $2.29 Million Gift to Support Undergraduate Research and Student Scholarships

Dr. Michael and Mrs. Dorothy Carbon have made a transformative $2.29 million gift to support The Michael and Dorothy Carbon Undergraduate Research Fellowship Program and The Dorothy Carbon Scholarship Fund. This contribution underscores the Carbons' commitment to fostering academic excellence, particularly in STEM fields, and providing financial support to Loyola students.

Marcella Niehoff School of Nursing Dean Lorna Finnegan has been named one of Chicago鈥檚 Notable Leaders in Health Care by Crain鈥檚 Chicago Business, a recognition honoring the city鈥檚 most influential leaders in the industry.

From Friday, October 18, to Sunday, October 20, 草莓社区 brought together hundreds of alumni to reconnect and celebrate their achievements since graduation.

Michele Kerulis (BS 鈥�00) is director of the Chicago Psyching鈥疶eam, which partners with the 鈥婤ank of America Chicago Marathon鈥� to support the mental health of runners.

The 草莓社区 Black Alumni Board will host the Annual Mamie Till-Mobley Scholarship Gala Thursday, October 17, 2024 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. in Kasbeer Hall, Corboy Law Center.

"The best part of being here is watching kids grow." 鈥� Joshua Zepeda (BA 鈥�12, MSW 鈥�15), Sullivan High School social worker

When Flavio Bravo (BA 鈥�16) was growing up in Phoenix, Arizona, Catholic school seemed out of reach. His parents both worked as court interpreters, and the students in the Catholic schools were the children of the more well-off judges and attorneys.

Over 10,000 athletes from all over the world will make their way to Paris on July 26 to contend for gold medals in 329 events. Two of those athletes honed their athletic skills at Loyola.

Loyola President Mark C. Reed, EdD, extended a welcome to four distinguished leaders in higher education, law, and business who were elected to initial three-year terms: Reverend Michael J. Graham, S.J., Thomas N. Hund (BBA 鈥�76), LaKeisha C. Marsh (JD 鈥�05), and Reverend Jeffrey P. von Arx, S.J.

Amid a sea of maroon regalia and beaming families, 草莓社区鈥檚 campus comes alive to celebrate graduating Ramblers. Commencement season marks the culmination of years of hard work for the Class of 2024. With flowers adorning the pathways and picturesque photo spots at every turn, the atmosphere brims with revelry and gratitude.

This summer, a series of exciting construction projects are underway, aimed at enhancing our facilities and enriching the campus experience. From state-of-the-art learning spaces to upgraded recreational areas, these developments reflect Loyola鈥檚 commitment to providing a cutting-edge environment for current and future students. As the campus transforms, we invite you to stay connected and witness how your alma mater continues to thrive and innovate. Explore the latest changes and envision how these new enhancements will shape the future of Loyola.