LMU THIS WEEK in Brief

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The United States Department of Education building.

U.S. Department of Education Announces Workforce Reductions

The U.S. Department of Education initiated a significant reduction in force (RIF) on March 11, 2025, impacting nearly 50% of the department’s workforce.

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Executive Order on Public Service Loan Forgiveness

On March 7, President Donald Trump signed an executive order directing the Department of Education (ED) to revise the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.

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Judge Extends Block on Trump’s Federal Funding Freeze

A federal judge has extended an order blocking President Trump’s administration from instituting a freeze on federal grants, loans, and other financial support.

Campus Safety is investigating a pattern of motor vehicle thefts, including incidents that were carried out and those that were attempted on LMU’s Westchester campus. The safety of our students and the broader LMU community is our top priority.

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LMU Joins AJCU and Higher Education Institutions Calling to Rescind DCL and Clarify Federal Policy

LMU has joined the Association of Jesuit Colleges and Universities and other higher education institutions in signing a letter from the American Council on Education to the U.S. Department of Education.

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Court Halts Trump’s Anti-DEIA Orders

A federal judge has largely blocked President Trump’s executive orders aimed at eliminating diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) programs.

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2.21.25 Bargaining Session Summary

LMU and the SEIU Local 721 Non-Tenure Track (NTT) bargaining unit met on February 21 for the fourth bargaining session as part of the ongoing process toward reaching a first collective bargaining agreement.

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MarComm External Relations: Advancing LMU’s Priorities

MarComm External Relations is actively engaged with state and federal representatives, advocating for LMU’s priorities and ensuring that our values and commitments are considered and acted upon in key policy discussions.

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LMU Response to Federal Policy Changes and Dear Colleagues Letter

As a Catholic, Jesuit, and Marymount university, we are steadfast in our commitments to providing an outstanding education in an environment that upholds the dignity of every individual.

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2.14.25 Bargaining Session Summary

LMU and the SEIU Local 721 Non-Tenure Track (NTT) bargaining unit met on February 14 continuing the collective bargaining process in a collaborative discussion.

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LMU’s Commitment to Community Support and Privacy Protections

Recent discussions about “sanctuary campuses” have raised questions about LMU’s policies and approach to immigration-related issues.

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Read Full Q&A with The Loyolan on LMU’s Response to Trump’s Early Executive Orders

Recently, The Loyolan inquired about the university’s response to Executive Orders on immigration, antisemitism on college campuses, and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives.

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UPDATE: Protocols for Responding to External Law Enforcement

UPDATE: This update provides further guidance specific to the LMU community in response to questions about the potential impacts of recent federal policy actions on higher education.

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UPDATE: LMU Monitoring NIH Funding Changes

UPDATE: A temporary restraining order (TRO) issued by Judge Angel Kelley on February 10, 2025, has halted the implementation of proposed cuts to health research grants across 22 states (including California) that filed lawsuits challenging the reductions.