January 18, 2023

Welcome Back, Wolf Pack Families!

We are delighted to welcome your students back to campus this week. Here are the latest updates to help you support your student this semester. Don't forget to check our family resource page for more information and an archive of newsletters. Any other members of your household who wish to be added to this mailing list can subscribe here.

Answers to Your Most Common FAFSA Questions

The FAFSA process can be overwhelming. We're here to help! Loyola’s Director of Financial Aid Anna Daigle answers some of the most frequently asked questions.

Does my student need to complete a FAFSA every year?

Yes, each year your student must complete a new FAFSA. The student will receive reminders from FAFSA to renew their FAFSA after October 1 of each year. The renewal FAFSA will come prepopulated with some of the same information provided on the first FAFSA to help ease the financial aid renewal process.

Should I still complete the FAFSA if I know I won't qualify for anything but loans?

Yes, always apply even if you don’t think your student will be eligible. You don’t want to assume anything and miss out on opportunities for assistance. This could be helpful in determining eligibility for any available institutional need-based aid. Or, if some extenuating circumstance (loss of job, death, hospitalization) happens during the year, then we will already have your student’s FAFSA on file to try to help your family through this challenging situation.

What if my family’s situation has changed significantly?

Please let us know after you have filed your 2022 Federal Income Tax with the IRS. Our staff will provide more information at that time on how to request a FAFSA appeal to address changes such as loss/decrease in income, extreme medical expenses, change in marital status, etc.

After completing the FAFSA when will I hear about financial aid?

Continuing students should start receiving award notifications in late May 2023. We strongly recommend all students check their student email regularly for updates. For one-on-one support, reach out to our office at 504-865-3231, email finaid@loyno.edu, or book an appointment.

Room Selection Guide for Parents

Residential Life will email students information about the 2023–2024 room selection process and timeline during the first two weeks of classes. Students will receive instructions on how to submit an application, how to request a roommate, and how the room selection process will work in The Housing Director, our new housing software that students can access using Single Sign On (SSO).

Students must submit a housing application for the 2023–2024 academic year by March 1, 2023, at 5 p.m. Late applications will not be accepted. Students will be able to select their space between March 13–24. These dates are subject to change. Any changes will be emailed to your student.

The selection order is based on class year seniority, so seniors will receive an earlier room selection date and time before juniors. Your student’s classification is based on how many credit hours they have completed and does not include their current classes. The selection order will be randomized within each class year. We will not limit the number of juniors and seniors who can enter the room selection process.

Students will be able to request roommates as a part of their room selection process after they have submitted their room selection application. All students in a roommate group must meet the application deadline.

All students are required to live on campus for their first two years at Loyola. Students can request and be approved for an exemption of the residency requirement. Learn more about the residency requirement and exemption process. Please note: There will not be a sophomore exemption lottery for the 2023–2024 academic year. All students must go through the standard exemption process.

If you have any questions, please email reslife@loyno.edu.

An Unforgettable Summer Experience for Your Student

Applications are now open for faculty-led summer programs! We have so many amazing programs to choose from this summer, and all of them promise to make your student's Summer 2023 unforgettable.

Learn about culture and communication in Buenos Aires.
Explore Scandinavian history and culture in Copenhagen.
Engage in sustainable community development and music events in East Africa.
Develop an understanding of Ireland's history and traditions.
Go to North India to learn about spirituality, nature writers, and Indian and Tibetan communities.
Fulfill core requirements for International Business in Italy.
Work at an NGO in Puebla, Mexico.
Study international relations and develop intercultural competency in South Korea.

We have so many great opportunities available—so where will your student go? Applications due February 17 - March 1, 2023.

"Going on this trip was genuinely one of the best decisions I have ever made. The professors were incredible, the students were awesome, and the classes I took were just incredibly valuable." – Loyola Summer Program Participant

Discovering Catholicism and Confirmation Prep Classes

Is your student interested in learning or refreshing their learning about the Catholic faith? Have they considered receiving the Sacrament of Confirmation in the Catholic Church? We are offering an opportunity this Spring 2023 for students to join in adult Confirmation classes that will lead to Confirmation for those who wish to receive it. Classes begin on Tuesday, January 31, 2023. Confirmations will be held on March 24, 2023, at Holy Name of Jesus Church. For questions and more information, contact Fr. Gregg Grovenburg, S.J. at ghgroven@loyno.edu or 504-865-2328.

Does Your Student Need Accommodations?

The Office for Accessible Education (OAE) is available to support students with classroom, dining, and housing accommodations. Accessibility Coordinators are available to discuss eligibility and common accommodations. If your student had an Individualized Education Program (IEP) or 504 plan in high school, encourage them to make an appointment with OAE. We also assist students with diagnoses such as ADHD, anxiety, depression, and learning differences. Learn more about preparing your student for college from the U.S. Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.

If your student is already registered with OAE, please remind them to send out their accommodation letters electronically to their faculty members. Encourage your student to log in to their SSO, select “ClockWork for Students” and then select “Manage Accommodations.” We encourage students to meet with faculty members at the start of the semester to discuss questions/concerns about course access.

TRIO Support Student Services

Greetings, Loyola Parents! Your child may qualify for an extra academic resource. TRIO Student Support Services program is a dynamic federal grant-funded academic program that will provide holistic support, motivation towards achieving academic goals, and most importantly, help developing a success plan towards earning a college degree for students who identify as low-income, first-generation, and/or receive accommodations from the Office for Accessible Education. Here are some of the services provided by TRIO:

Advising and course selection
Success skills workshops
Tutoring
Financial aid assistance and scholarship information
Financial wellness and literacy workshops
Individualized degree completion plans
Career and major exploration
Graduate school information seminars
Support for online coursework

Your student can apply for TRIO or sign up for an info session.

January Spiritual Reflection

Every month, we share a reflection from Interim Vice President for Mission and Identity Tom Ryan, Ph.D.

In his 2015 speech to Congress, the Catholic Pope Francis honored the memory of the Baptist Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. in part for his inspiring dream. And who would not be inspired by the soaring words Dr. King used to articulate his hope for “that day when all God’s children … will be able to join hands and sing in the words of the old Negro spiritual, ‘Free at last. Free at last. Thank God Almighty, we are free at last.’” Pope Francis admires Dr. King not just because he inspires but also because he challenges. Dr. King responded in his “Letter from Birmingham Jail” to moderate clergymen who claimed to support him but wanted him to slow down. He aimed withering criticism at them for remaining “silent behind the anesthetizing security of stained-glass windows.” Dr. King’s words strike close to home for me. How often do I say “wait,” which Dr. King points out “has almost always meant ‘never.’” Conversely, how often does my faith prompt me to stand up for racial justice. I invite you to join me in reflecting on Dr. King’s words in his “Letter from Birmingham Jail” and to consider what steps they prompt us to take, not just when we honor Dr. King’s birthday but throughout the year.

The Latest at LOYNO

Students in the "The Art of Fly-Fishing" J-Term course learn the basics of fly-fishing, a practice historically connected to literary expression. Over the two week special session, students combined experiential learning with theory, literary history, and ecological lessons is this unique English course.

Loyola students and faculty members Mazhar Islam and Frankie Weinberg from the College of Business had a successful first-ever J-term Study Abroad Program in Thailand! This exciting new program, offered in cooperation with the Asian Institute of Technology (AIT), exposed students to the dynamic business environment of Thailand while immersing them in the unique culture of the "land of smiles."

The spring athletics season is in full swing! Check the Wolf Pack Athletics website for a schedule of upcoming games and the latest news. #GeauxPack

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