Campus News

  • 15 Consecutive Years as Top Outstanding Video Excellence Award

    15 Consecutive Years as Top Outstanding Video Excellence Award

    Thursday evening, Loras students attended the awards ceremony at the Downtown Marriot Hotel, where they garnered a total of 15 awards. Most impressively... More

  • Bridging the Gap Between Academia and Advocacy

    Bridging the Gap Between Academia and Advocacy

    Dubuque's own Ava Bradley ('24) is diving headfirst into the realm of government affairs this semester, thanks to her internship with the city's Chamber of Commerce. Ava works closely... More

  • A Healthy Dose of Achievement

    A Healthy Dose of Achievement

    As an intern, Steve Marfo ('26) assists clients with daily tasks, monitors their health, and provides emotional support. More

  • Going Beyond at Beyond Behavior

    Going Beyond at Beyond Behavior

    Analisa Cimino ('25), a driven psychology major from Freeport, IL, is making waves through her transformative internship at Beyond Behavior. More

  • Exploring Beyond the Tractor at John Deere

    Exploring Beyond the Tractor at John Deere

    Psychology major and Peosta, IA, native Hannah Quinones ('24) is gaining invaluable experience interning at John Deere in labor relations. In this role, she assists employees with administrative issues like disability, FMLA, and general questions. More

  • Igniting Success in Dubuque’s Safety Scene

    Igniting Success in Dubuque’s Safety Scene

    Tasked with ensuring city-wide safety, Grace Kopcio (’26) diligently works with the fire protection database system, “The Compliance Engine,” to make sure businesses and properties across Dubuque are up to date on their fire protection systems. More

  • Beckett’s Inspiring Commitment to Social Change

    Beckett’s Inspiring Commitment to Social Change

    Opening her eyes to a world of boundless compassion and a passion for social change, Loras College student, Graceann Beckett (’24) a double major in philosophy and religious studies and theology with minors in business and Catholic studies. Graceann embodies the spirit of a compassionate and dedicated leader. More

  • Fast Track to Innovation with Loras College’s Racing Club

    Fast Track to Innovation with Loras College’s Racing Club

    They candidly share the exhilaration of blending theoretical knowledge with the grease and glory of hands-on vehicle design. More

  • Catholic Higher Education: An Asset for Iowa and Iowans

    Catholic Higher Education: An Asset for Iowa and Iowans

    This is a turbulent time for higher education, both nationally and here in Iowa. Students, families, and state leaders have questions about value, relevance, and trust. More than 1.2 million fewer undergraduates are in college now than just before the pandemic hit. In this challenging environment, private, non-profit higher education provides powerful assets to students,… More

  • 2023 Fall Dean’s List

    2023 Fall Dean’s List

    Loras College students are recognized for Fall 2023 academic achievement by Loras College Provost and Academic Dean, Dr. Donna Heald. Dean’s List student must earn a minimum grade-point average and must attain full-time status. More

  • ‘Brain Health’ Supported by Advances in Technology and Understanding of Psychiatric Disease

    ‘Brain Health’ Supported by Advances in Technology and Understanding of Psychiatric Disease

    As we learn more about the brain, we update our understanding and, in some cases, our terms. I have come to appreciate that there might be some confusion regarding “mental” vs. “brain” health terminology. More

  • Joint Programs with Drake Law, St. Ambrose University

    Joint Programs with Drake Law, St. Ambrose University

    Loras College students can earn both a bachelor’s degree and a law degree in six years thanks to a new partnership with Drake University Law School. Furthermore, a new 4+1 Master of Public Health articulation agreement was recently completed with St. Ambrose University. More