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Lucy Carpenter in action against Jones College on March 22, 2023. Carpenter was the highest-rated recruit in Loyola history.

Lucy Carpenter excels on the tennis court

Matthew Richards, Broadcast Producer March 15, 2024

When Lucy Carpenter arrived at Loyola all the way from Croton-on-Hudson, New York, she did so as the highest-rated tennis recruit in the history of the program and was being reunited with her high school...

Courtesy Bryce Ell

DJ Pretty Na$ty paves the way for fellow female DJs

Ashlyn Bobb Collins, Staff Photographer March 15, 2024

Katie Chandler is a teacher by day and DJ by night. Known as “Pretty Na$ty” by most, she wants to help people pursue their musical passions and be a role model for women. Chandler was born in New...

Aubrey Jane prioritizes passion over profit

Aubrey Jane prioritizes passion over profit

Mia Oliva, Life & Times Editor March 8, 2024

Artistically known as “Aubrey Jane,” English junior Aubrey McClaran has always had an affinity for music, particularly singing and songwriting. As a child, McClaran would come up with melodic lines...

Courtesy of Tatiana Guzman

Paloma Mar debuts single, “Un Amor”

Sadie Meade March 8, 2024

Freshman Paloma Mariateigui is looking to bring Miami life to New Orleans through the release of her debut single, “Un Amor.” “Un Amor,” is a fun electro dance song in “Spanglish,” as Mariateigui...

English senior Emma Santagelo attends yoga class in the University Sports Complex.

Campus yoga provides place to de-stress

Alana Thompson, Staff Writer March 1, 2024

After seeing yoga in the peace quad, computer science junior Amorè Clark’s interest was piqued, leading him to want to participate. Upon joining the group, he followed the lead of the instructor...

Courtesy of Brittany Cooper.

Beach volleyball hits high in preseason ranks

Avanni Joseph, Staff Writer February 23, 2024

Loyola’s beach volleyball team has their first game of the season on Feb. 18, and after being picked fifth in the pre-season pools, Robert Pitre, head coach of Loyola’s beach volleyball team has specific...

Doubles pairing Lucy Carpenter and Fatima Vasquez play against Nicholls State University at City Park Tennis Center on Jan. 31, 2023. Carpenter and Vasquez are the No. 10 ranked doubles pairing in the International Tennis Associations NAIA preseason polls.

Tennis swings in with big goals for conference

B. Welch, Staff Writer February 23, 2024

The Loyola tennis team is suiting up to begin their Southern States Athletic Conference matches against Mobile on Feb. 29 in City Park Tennis Center. The Loyola women's team ranked second in the preseason...

Loyola student NCognita performs during BUKU Music + Arts Project at the Riverside stage on March 26, 2022. NCognita is one member of the Loyola community who is making an appearance in local music again.

Ncognita makes waves in music industry

Avanni Joseph, Staff Writer February 9, 2024

Loyola alumna and Los Angeles, California native NCognita is a rapper on the rise, seeking to dominate the hip-hop industry.   Loyola was one of the universities that made an appearance at her...

Black student organizations aim to support BIPOC communities

Black student organizations aim to support BIPOC communities

Mabel Regalado-Hernandez, Assistant Breaking News Editor February 9, 2024

Loyola offers over 130+ student-led organizations, but Black students are forging the way for their peers and their communities at Loyola. Black Student Union (BSU) The Black Student Union is...

Design junior Tanesha Taylor looks at progress pride flag.

BLACK, QUEER, AND HERE

Joshua Fletcher, Staff Writer February 9, 2024

Design junior Justin Lee said you have to look at the world differently when you’re Black and gay. “As a gay person, it’s really easy to find community because, at least at Loyola, you'll...

Celebrating the Black culture and history within Mardi Gras

Celebrating the Black culture and history within Mardi Gras

Dajah Saul, The Wolf Editor February 9, 2024

In such a diverse city like New Orleans, the Mardi Gras season is always a time to look forward to, whether you’re from the city or live states away. In appreciation of the holiday season, it is only...

Black musicians find their voices at Loyola

Black musicians find their voices at Loyola

Natalia Silva, Digital Team February 9, 2024

In the heart of the music industry's ever-evolving landscape, a powerful and resonant movement is taking center stage – Black musicianship.And Loyola has become a place for Black musicians to pursue...

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