Academics
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Loras Creative Media Students Earn State and Regional Honors for Film and Media Work
Spring is widely regarded as the premier season for film festivals and awards ceremonies recognizing excellence in creative projects from the previous year. Loras College Creative Media students have continued that tradition, earning multiple state and regional honors for their outstanding work. At the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS) Student Production Awards hosted by the… More
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Loras College Students Earn National Recognition at FBLA National Leadership Conference
The conference attracted more than 1,300 students, educators and volunteers from nearly 200 colleges and universities across 29 states and territories. Participants competed in 42 business-related events for scholarships and cash prizes totaling nearly $60,000 while taking part in educational workshops and networking opportunities with employers and industry professionals. Loras students delivered several standout performances during the national competition. Cana Duckworth (’28) placed… More
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2026 Spring Dean’s List
These Loras College students were recognized for academic achievement during the recent semester by Dr.Sarah Nytroe, Loras College provost and academic dean. More
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Award-winning Filmmaker Craig Schaefer to Deliver Loras College 187th Commencement Address
Loras College announces that longtime faculty member, award-winning filmmaker and alumnus Craig Schaefer (’89) will serve as the commencement speaker for the College’s 187th commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 2, 2026. Schaefer, who has been a member of the Loras faculty since 1993, will also be recognized as professor emeritus upon his retirement at the… More
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Loras College Senior Earns Gold ADDY and Judge’s Choice Award at AAF American Advertising Awards
Loras senior Nora Bruxvoort earns Gold ADDY and Judge’s Choice honors for award-winning creative media work at the AAF Awards. More
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Loras College’s Master’s Program in Clinical Mental Health Counseling receives CACREP accreditation
Loras College is proud to announce that its Clinical Mental Health Counseling graduate program has received accreditation from the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP), the national accrediting body that sets the highest standards for counseling education in the United States. This accreditation is retroactive for the past 18 months, meaning… More
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Legacy Symposium 2026: A Day of Discovery, Reflection, and Celebration
Loras Legacy Symposium, Held each spring semester, the symposium highlights scholarly and creative work produced by students, faculty, and staff. More
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Loras Creative Media Students Capture 16 ICMA Awards, Extend 17-Year Streak for Overall Video Excellence
Loras College Creative Media students earned 16 awards at the ICMA Conference, including Overall Video Excellence for the 17th consecutive year. More
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2025 Fall Dean’s List
These Loras College students were recognized for academic achievement during the recent semester by Dr. Donna Heald, Loras College provost and academic dean. More
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Loras College Mechanical Engineering Program Earns ABET Accreditation
Loras College is proud to announce that its Mechanical Engineering program has been accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) of ABET, the global accreditor of college and university programs in applied and natural science, computing, engineering and engineering technology. The accreditation confirms that the program meets ABET’s rigorous standards for academic quality, faculty expertise,… More
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2025 Spring Dean’s List
These Loras College students were recognized for academic achievement during the recent semester by Dr. Donna Heald, Loras College provost and academic dean. More
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Pursuing a Passion for OT
Gabbi’s decision to attend Loras was solidified when St. Ambrose University announced a partnership to expand its Occupational Therapy Doctorate (OTD) program. More
