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From First-Gen to First Responder

Trooper Jake Hudson (20) is a proud Duhawk and first-generation college graduate who is making an impact on society as an Iowa State Trooper where he knows every interaction has the potential to impact someone’s life. More

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Loras Ranks Amongst Best Colleges

Loras College ranked 12th among 2025 Regional Colleges Midwest by U.S. News & World Report, and 13th in Best Value Schools. The rankings, in their 40th year, evaluate nearly 1,500 institutions on academic quality, emphasizing social mobility and graduate outcomes. President Jim Collins welcomed the recognition, highlighting Loras' commitment to affordability and quality. More

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Mike Doyle Announced as President-Elect

The Board of Regents of Loras College is pleased to announce the appointment of Michael (Mike) Doyle, J.D. (’91) as president-elect. Doyle will return to Loras in August to ensure a smooth presidential transition and work with President Jim Collins (’84), who has served as president for the past twenty years and will retire in… More

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Loras College Takes Top Spots at National Case Study

Loras College’s Sport Management Program made an impressive showing at the Sport Marketing Association Case Study Competition in St. Louis…
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Tri-College Event Unites Healthcare Students

Loras College recently collaborated with the University of Dubuque and Clarke University for the 2nd annual Tri-College Interprofessional Education Event…
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Loras Players present “The Lightning Thief”

The Loras Players, the theatre production arm of Loras College’s School of Humanities & Education, present The Lightning Thief, an…
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Duhawks Join Global Leaders at International Food Dialogue

This week, Loras College students and faculty are stepping onto the global stage, participating in one of the world’s most influential events…
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Loras College Joins 18 Schools in Approving the ‘Iowa Private Transfer Guarantee’ with Community Colleges

Iowa higher education institutions are collaborating to streamline the transfer process for Iowa community college and qualifying high school students to…
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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.

Voices for Peace at Vatican Gathering

Loras College’s Dr. David Cochran, professor of politics, recently traveled to Rome to present at this month’s Synod, a global… More
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
A Journey of Faith and Service in the Bronx

Josie Edel ('23), a Loras graduate, became a Seton Teaching Fellow in the South Bronx after majoring in Spanish, politics, and religious studies. Now a full-time first-grade teacher at Brilla Public Charter Schools, Josie credits Loras for deepening her faith and instilling a service-oriented worldview, which shaped her teaching approach and community involvement. More

Loras & Mercy Collaborate to Launch Nursing Program

In May, Loras College and Mercy College of Health Sciences partnered to allow students to pursue Mercy’s nursing program on… More
2024 Spring Dean’s List

The following Loras College students were recognized for academic achievement during the recent semester by Dr. Donna Heald, Loras College provost and academic dean. The Dean’s List is compiled at the completion of each semester. More
New Master of Arts in Disability Studies

A groundbreaking, first-in-the-region graduate program will be added to Loras’ academic offerings beginning this fall. This disability studies master's program is well-suited for administrators, social service professionals, educators, advocates, individuals with disabilities, and family members. More

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

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

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

Community On & Off the Court

Growing up in Bellevue and attending Bellevue Marquette High School, Isaac Sturm's ('17) affinity for the small-town, tight-knit community has shaped his life. More
Duhawk Difference Maker

Breanna Oxley (’13) is dedicated to making a positive impact wherever life takes her. Diving right into life as a Duhawk during her first year on campus, she made her presence known in and out of the classroom. More
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