Alumni

  • 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’s journey eventually led to her role as Director of Brain Health Now, an organization dedicated to ending the stigma around mental illness. 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, an eighth-grade exploratory teacher in Dubuque, spent much of his time at his alma mater, Loras College. More

  • From Bow Ties to Business Analytics

    From Bow Ties to Business Analytics

    Brendan’s entrepreneurial journey began with his bow tie business, driven by his mother’s sewing skills and his belief that “everyone has a neck, so anyone can wear a bow tie.” 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’s drive, diverse experiences, and willingness to get involved make her an exemplary Duhawk, demonstrating the powerful pairing of curiosity and hard work. 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

  • Cultivating Community and Connection

    Cultivating Community and Connection

    Word of mouth among Duhawks continues to provide opportunities for Loras College students. Connections students make throughout their time at Loras stronger and throughout the years beyond. Natalie Droeske (’18) has become a catalyst in the Dubuque Community, personally and professionally. More

  • Lights, Camera, Action: Loras Alum Making His Mark in Hollywood

    Lights, Camera, Action: Loras Alum Making His Mark in Hollywood

    From the quiet streets of Dubuque to the bright lights of Hollywood, Rajendra "Raj" Thakurathi ('12) has traveled an inspiring journey fueled by his passion for... More