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Since 1923 • For a greater Loyola

The Maroon

Since 1923 • For a greater Loyola

The Maroon

Professor Alvaro Alcazar teaches Liberation Theology on Sept. 27, 2023. Alcazar teaches ideals of social justice in his classes.

From Exile to Educator: Loyola professor fosters social justice

Sophia Maxim, Design Chief October 20, 2023

After being tortured in and exiled from the Philippines for his political activism, professor Alvaro Alcazar came to Loyola to foster a community driven by social justice. This was 38 years ago. Since...

Loyola band Planet of the Little Green Men performing at Gasa Gasa on March 11, 2023. The band is frustrated with Loyola not paying them timely for performing at university events.

Artists frustrated with untimely payments

Abigail Schmidt, Staff Writer October 20, 2023

Loyola musical artists have recently expressed concern over not getting paid in due time for shows and events they have done through the university. Popular and commercial music junior Diego Gutierrez...

Final 2023-24 enrollment numbers announced

Final 2023-24 enrollment numbers announced

Eloise Pickering, Assistant News Editor October 20, 2023

Campus may seem smaller now as it is confirmed that freshman enrollment decreased by 11% this year. David Tracy, the interim vice president for enrollment management, spoke at Loyola’s University...

Ignatius Chapel holds weekly liturgies for the Loyola University community. Recent studies conducted by the PEW research center show that milennials tend to be non-religious.

Ignatius Chapel now 24/7

Kloe Witt, News Editor October 19, 2023

Ignatius Chapel is now open 24/7 for all students, according to Student Life and Ministry. Previously, the chapel closed at 10 p.m. Students can access the chapel by swiping their card at the Peace...

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Alumni award application open now

Kloe Witt, News Editor October 19, 2023

Applications for the 2023-24 Alumni Association Graduation Award are open now. This award is $1,000 awarded to one graduate of May 2024 of each of the four colleges of the university. The award must...

Holy Name of Jesus Church sits under a cloud of fog on May 17, 2020. President Tania Tetlow announced May 20 that the university will resume on-campus classes in August despite the COVID-19 pandemic.

Prayer requests from community

Eloise Pickering, Assistant News Editor October 19, 2023

The Office of Mission and Identity welcomes prayer requests to be sent throughout campus via email to build a community of prayer and support. The following have requested support from the Loyola students,...

Building with the words J. Edgar and Louise S. Monroe Library looms large against a blue sky

Monroe Student Library Committee meeting soon

Eloise Pickering, Assistant News Editor October 19, 2023

Monroe Library will be hosting their first Monroe Student Library Committee meeting Oct. 24 at 1 p.m. The initial meeting will discuss student support during finals such as study tips and resources....

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Search for VP of Equity and Inclusion continues

Kloe Witt, News Editor October 6, 2023

With almost two months since the departure of former Vice President for Equity and Inclusion Kedrick Perry, Loyola has yet to fill the vacant position. But changes to the position are set to be made, according...

A new motorized ramp makes Lower Depths Theater accessible for the first time. Members of the community still think Loyola should be more accessible.

Community says Loyola’s accessibility has a ways to go

Pharrell Every, Staff Writer October 6, 2023

Buildings on Loyola’s campus are slowly becoming more accessible. Although this is a great step for the university, some members of the community feel that there is more to be done. The Lower Depths...

Volleyball team celebrates mid game on Sept. 29, 2023. The volleyball team has had a strong season.

Volleyball continues successful season

Matthew Richards, Staff Writer October 6, 2023

The Loyola volleyball team is rounding into form as conference play ramps up and the conference tournament nears. The team is carrying a record of 15 wins and 4 losses, and played a tough non conference...

A sign which reads Always Striving for More.

New Board of Trustees members

Eloise Pickering, Assistant News Editor October 5, 2023

Loyola’s has appointed three new members to the Loyola Board of Trustees, who begin their tenure this fall. Jared Schoch joins as the founder and president of TurningPoint Energy, where he manages...

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Environmental roundtable event

Eloise Pickering, Assistant News Editor October 5, 2023

Loyola’s Environment program is hosting an Environmental Roundtable series with discussions focused on important environmental issues. The whole series, which began in fall 2022, focuses on the transitions...

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