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Since 1923 • For a greater Loyola

The Maroon

Since 1923 • For a greater Loyola

The Maroon

Letter to the Editor: Inform yourself on Catholic social teaching

Fred Kammer, S.J., [email protected] February 26, 2016

Editor: For those who might be tempted to identify free market libertarianism with Catholic Social Teaching from reading the February 19th edition of The Maroon, I would recommend reading The Catholic...

Ryan Lewis & Macklemore won four awards, including Best New Artist, Best Rap Song, Best Rap Album backstage at the 56th Annual Grammy Awards at Staples Center in Los Angeles on Sunday, Jan. 26, 2014. (Allen J. Schaben/Los Angeles Times/MCT)

In My Opinion: Macklemore humbly speaks our for minorities

Sammy Odell, [email protected] February 26, 2016

With the return of Macklemore & Ryan Lewis’ highly anticipated sophomore album on Feb. 26, 2016, past issues and questions concerning the duo’s influence, popularity and intentions have resurfaced. Two...

On The Record: In the face of tragedy, we are not alone

On The Record: In the face of tragedy, we are not alone

John Sebastian, [email protected] February 19, 2016

It’s hard to make sense out of what happened last weekend. Nineteen-year-olds aren’t supposed to die. We learned last week that a few months back two black holes, each many times larger than our...

Editorial: In memoriam

Editorial: In memoriam

Gage Counts, [email protected] February 19, 2016
In the face of this tragedy is the triumph of the human spirit. Out of sadness for our lost ones comes love for those still with us. This love should never be forgotten or taken for granted, if only in their memory.

On The Record: What should we conclude about Catholic social teaching?

Walter Block and Edward Vacek, S.J. February 18, 2016

Free market libertarianism is the conclusion of Catholic social teaching. Walter Block If Catholic theologians and laymen were true to their principles, they would embrace private property rights and...

Editorial: Celebrate Mardi Gras the right way

Gage Counts, [email protected] February 18, 2016

Perhaps the most exciting time for college students in the New Orleans area is Mardi Gras, the couple of weeks where binge drinking and overeating king cake is socially acceptable – and sometimes encouraged. There...

In My Opinion: G-Eazy deserves his fame

Sammy Odell, [email protected] February 4, 2016

Loyola’s music industry program aims to facilitate young artists’ beginning career opportunities, cultivate creativity for their students’ work and future, and teach that passion combined with persistence...

Editorial: Try confidence in the future

Gage Counts, [email protected] January 28, 2016

In a move surprising many, the faculty senate voted “no confidence” in the Rev. Kevin Wildes, S.J., university president, expressing their lack of trust in him as the leader of Loyola University. This...

Editorial: Youve got spam!

Editorial: You’ve got spam!

Gage Counts, [email protected] January 28, 2016

Every university faces the dilemma of rapidly changing technology. With the evolution of computers, operating systems, Wi-Fi and other tech, it’s understandable when Loyola can’t keep up. What Loyola...

In My Opinion: Voters need more options

Richard Fast, [email protected] January 28, 2016

When was the last time you voted? Were you happy with the caliber of candidates available to you? Did you vote because you honestly thought that Candidate A was the one with all the right answers, or simply...

Lengendary 70s British rock star David Bowie performs in concert on Jan. 31, 2004 at the Shrine Stadium in Los Angeles. (Ken Hively/Los Angeles Times/TNS)

In My Opinion: David Bowie changed the face of rock

Sammy Odell, [email protected] January 28, 2016

On January 10, 2016 the music industry, fans and the world lost David Bowie, an innovator among the stars, humanity in its purest form, but most importantly, a shining example of how music can influence...

In My Opinion: Diversity proposals won’t stop dialogue

In My Opinion: Diversity proposals won’t stop dialogue

Shawn Kelly, [email protected] January 28, 2016

This past spring, we saw colleges across the country standing up for diversity. This all started because students at the University of Missouri decided to take a stand. Students were tired of the racist...

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