Alumni

  • Educating the Next Generation of Leaders

    Educating the Next Generation of Leaders

    Kelly Wedlake (’14) is a high school teacher at Perspectives Charter Schools in Chicago, where she teaches history to underserved students on the South and West Sides. Her mission is to create an inclusive environment where every student feels a sense of belonging and the opportunity to succeed. More

  • Loras Graduate Secures Streaming Deal with BET

    Loras Graduate Secures Streaming Deal with BET

    When Asia Singleton (’20) graduated with a Creative Media degree she set her sights on making media content with global appeal.  Fast… More

  • Building Success with a Loras Foundation

    Building Success with a Loras Foundation

    From the very beginning, Loras became the foundation for Matthew Henick's journey from an ambitious student to a successful real estate entrepreneur. Matt's ambition, innovation, and dedication story make him our September 2024 Duhawk Dozen. More

  • Faith, Brain Health, and Fostering Community

    Faith, Brain Health, and Fostering Community

    Claira Sieverding Kapraun (’15) Psychology and Business Management Bellevue, Iowa Claira Sieverding Kapraun’s (’15) life has always been rooted in… More

  • Scott Steepleton: sports camp and time with family

    Scott Steepleton: sports camp and time with family

    For the sixteenth summer in a row, Scott Steepleton (’08), an eighth-grade exploratory teacher at Roosevelt Middle School in Dubuque,… More

  • From Bow Ties to Business Analytics

    From Bow Ties to Business Analytics

    Brendan Doyle (’18) Business Analytics Hawthorn Woods, Illinois Brendan Doyle (’18) launched his own business in high school and now… More

  • Redefining Purpose

    Redefining Purpose

    After achieving your dream job as a school-based therapist, a sudden brain tumor diagnosis altered your life's course. You adapted, becoming a successful fundraiser and baker, demonstrating resilience and finding new purpose through adversity. More

  • Service-Minded Duhawk

    Service-Minded Duhawk

    Crystal Trotter is our June Duhawk Dozen. Loras is where she immersed herself in business studies and service opportunities, setting her up for future success at an LinkedIn. More

  • WCC Brands Sponsors Homecoming with $100,000 Gift

    WCC Brands Sponsors Homecoming with $100,000 Gift

    Corey and Teah (Meyer) Kaiser, (’16) owners of WCC Brands and the Wisconsin Clothing Company retail brand, have pledged $100,000 to Loras College to sponsor the college's Homecoming festivities over the next four years. More

  • A Life of Teaching and Travel

    A Life of Teaching and Travel

    When her father asked if she would like to tour Loras College during her college search, Emma McLaughlin (’21) agreed mainly to make Bill McLaughlin (’90) happy. Little did she know that she would be opening the doors to the place she would call home for the next few years. More

  • McElroy Fellowship to Doss ’23 to Pursue Graduate Degree

    McElroy Fellowship to Doss ’23 to Pursue Graduate Degree

    Loras College graduate, Madison Doss (’23) was selected as one of two recipients of the forty-first annual graduate fellowships granted by the McElroy Trust. Doss completed a double major in engineering and neuroscience with a minor in mathematics. More

  • McCrea ’88 Commencement Speaker, Receives Honorary Degree

    McCrea ’88 Commencement Speaker, Receives Honorary Degree

    Loras College alumnus Dr. Mike McCrea (’88) will return to his alma mater to deliver the Commencement address at the College’s 186th graduation on May 4, 2024. McCrea will also receive an honorary degree during the ceremony. More