Micetich and Campbell Gift
草莓社区 is proud to announce a generous estate gift of $4 million from Dr. Kenneth Micetich (BS 鈥�69, MD 鈥�74) and Mr. George Campbell in support of the College of Arts and Sciences. This unrestricted investment will provide vital flexibility to advance the College鈥檚 highest priorities, strengthening academic programs, faculty initiatives, and student opportunities.
草莓社区 is proud to announce a generous estate gift of $4 million from Dr. Kenneth Micetich (BS ’69, MD ’74) and Mr. George Campbell in support of the College of Arts and Sciences. This unrestricted investment will provide vital flexibility to advance the College’s highest priorities, strengthening academic programs, faculty initiatives, and student opportunities.
“This incredibly generous gift from Dr. Micetich and Mr. Campbell will enable the College of Arts and Sciences to enhance student access to high-impact learning, support faculty engagement and mentorship, and advance undergraduate research,” said Peter J. Schraeder, Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences. “Ultimately, this commitment reinforces the College’s ability to prepare students to think critically, engage the world meaningfully, and contribute to the common good.”
This latest gift reflects Dr. Micetich and Mr. Campbell’s enduring belief in the value of a Loyola education and their desire to ensure that future generations of students have access to the same opportunities that shaped Dr. Micetich’s own journey. Raised in a Catholic family on Chicago’s South Side, Dr. Micetich was drawn to Loyola because of its Jesuit tradition and strong liberal arts foundation, an experience he credits with shaping not only his education, but also the way he approached teaching, analysis, and service throughout his career.
Dedicated advocates and donors to Loyola, the Stritch School of Medicine, and the College of Arts and Sciences, Dr. Micetich and Mr. Campbell recently supported the Undergraduate Summer Research Experience. This program enables students across all majors to engage in hands-on research alongside faculty mentors, equipping them with critical thinking skills, valuable professional experience, and the confidence to pursue advanced study and meaningful careers. Drawn to opportunities that provide students with direct, immediate impact and transformational learning experiences, they have also supported the health sciences Ignatian Service Immersion program.
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“For us, one of the most meaningful parts has always been hearing students share their stories, whether from immersion trips or research presentations,” said Campbell. “Seeing their growth and understanding the impact of these experiences makes supporting these programs incredibly rewarding.”
Dr. Micetich, a two-time Loyola alumnus, earned both his bachelor’s and Doctor of Medicine degrees from the University. He then completed his medical residency at Loyola University Medical Center (LUMC) before training at the National Institutes of Health. Dr. Micetich then returned to LUMC where he built a distinguished career in oncology, academic medicine, and research ethics. Throughout his career, he remained deeply committed to mentoring students and advancing ethical leadership in medicine.
The couple’s estate commitment is also rooted in a desire to ease financial barriers for future students. Reflecting on the rising cost of education, Dr. Micetich noted that scholarship support can help students focus less on financial burden and more on becoming productive physicians, researchers, and engaged members of society.
The College of Arts and Sciences is Loyola’s largest and most academically diverse college, offering a wide range of programs across the humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences. Rooted in the University’s Jesuit tradition, the College emphasizes intellectual curiosity, critical thinking, and a commitment to the common good, preparing students to lead meaningful lives and careers while making a positive impact in their communities and beyond.
Together, Dr. Micetich and Mr. Campbell demonstrate a deep and sustained commitment to Loyola’s mission and to the transformative power of education, undergraduate research, and the entire student experience. Their generosity reflects not only gratitude for the education and mentorship Dr. Micetich received at Loyola, but also a profound trust in the University’s ability to prepare future generations of students for lives of impact and service.