Student Stories

  • 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

  • Boxing Club Sparks New Interest in Sweet Science

    Boxing Club Sparks New Interest in Sweet Science

    With boxing re-surfaces across campuses nationwide, Loras Assistant Professor of Media Studies, Mark Mederson, had a mission to serve as faculty adviser of the Loras Boxing Club. Students who participate agree there’s definitely a welcoming and social component, with a challenging and discipline workout for their mind and bodies. More

  • Bringing Friends Together Through Peace

    Bringing Friends Together Through Peace

    High school classmates, Kate Cain (’26) and Ellie Coleman (’25) from Dowling Catholic High School have transformed from high school classmates to Loras College peace advocates, driven by pivotal summers spent at the past Loras Peace Institute. Their experiences have led them to continue working for peace and social change. More

  • GraceAnn Beckett ’24: The Importance of Referrals

    GraceAnn Beckett ’24: The Importance of Referrals

    GraceAnn Beckett (’24) realizes how important her connections influenced her to apply and attend Loras College. The Loras student referral program is an invaluable tool for those wanting real stories and authentic experiences in choosing the best college to learn, explore, mature, and thrive for the next four-plus years. More

  • Analyzing Her Future

    Analyzing Her Future

    Kaylee Osterberger (’22 MA ’24) has flexibility, cohort diversity, and range of experiences that are preparing her for success. Kaylee is now pursuing her Master of Science in Applied Analytics degree at Loras College and feels more well-rounded and prepared for a broad spectrum of opportunities and her future. More

  • Dubuque Institutions Unite Through Internships

    Dubuque Institutions Unite Through Internships

    While Loras students have been working as interns at A.Y. McDonald Mfg. Co. for many years, the arrival of Emilie Loras has brought the two companies’ histories together in a new way. More

  • De la Mora, Perez Honored at National LULAC Conference

    De la Mora, Perez Honored at National LULAC Conference

    Emily De la Mora (’26) and Sergio Perez (’13) were presented with awards at the ninety-fourth League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) National Convention and Exposition in recognition of their leadership abilities. Both are selected from a national pool of young adult/collegiate chapters. More

  • Transferring to a New Community

    Transferring to a New Community

    “The different culture, people, and language took some time to get used to. The staff and faculty are welcoming and always checking in to make sure things are going okay. It’s those little things that make a difference." More