Hello Friends!
Loras College Networks are emerging across the country. If you are interested in getting involved with an existing network or would like to establish one, please get in touch with Alumni Relations at alumni@loras.edu.
We welcome volunteers to serve on the alumni boards and fill programming, mentoring, and recruitment needs. Read on for more details and fill out the alumni engagement form to become a part of moving Loras into the future!
In Service
From networking opportunities, prayers of support, or reunions with old friends, Loras alumni can always count on their Duhawk family.
There are many ways an individual, a group of friends, classmates, or even teammates can make a difference at Loras. Please help us build our network of alumni worldwide!
Here’s how you can contribute:
Get in Touch
Alumni Office
563.588.7120
Annika Sunleaf-Hudson (’21)
Assistant Director of Alumni Relations
National Alumni Board
The National Alumni Board (NAB) was formed in 1989 under the direction of the Office of Alumni Relations. The board serves to develop and promote the support of alumni and friends to strengthen the College. Through a variety of programs, events, and communications the board strives to create an atmosphere, which encourages lifelong friendships while simultaneously serving the alumni and the College.
The board is comprised of up to 25 members representing decades, gender, and geographic area of the alumni constituency. Members are elected to an initial term of four years and can be reelected for a second four-year term. The full board meets twice a year with the executive committee holding conference calls monthly. Each member supports and is engaged with recruitment philanthropy and internships.
Programs sponsored by the National Alumni Board include our Distinguished Alumni Awards and mentor programs. The board has made pledges up to $60,000 for various projects and activities on campus. All monies generated by the National Alumni Board support the College in some form.
Support the National Alumni Board Scholarship.
NAB Student Scholarship
The NAB funds scholarships to four students, each receiving $4,500 annually.
Current Recipients
Ali Mamros ’25
Evelyn Ruiz ’26
Jessica Montgomery ’27
Meet The National Alumni Board
Make a Nomination
Would you like to participate or nominate someone to serve on the National Alumni Board?
Young Alumni Advisory Board
The Young Alumni Advisory Board (YAAB) is a group of Loras College alumni leaders from various regions in the United States who graduated within the past 10 years.
The Young Alumni Advisory Board members serve as a vital link between recent graduates and Loras College. They advise the Alumni Office on young alumni interests and perspectives, share engagement strategies, advocate for young alumni needs, and act as a bridge between the Alumni Office and other alumni. Board members also take initiative in planning and attending alumni events, fostering active involvement among their peers.
Established in the fall of 2010, the Board’s ultimate goal is to sustain and enhance young alumni support for Loras. This is achieved through various means, including recruitment efforts, development initiatives, and ongoing engagement activities. By leveraging their unique insights and connections, Board members play a crucial role in maintaining strong ties between the college and its most recent graduates.
YAAB FAQ
Meet The YAAB Board
Make a Nomination
Would you like to nominate someone to serve on the Young Alumni Advisory Board?
Email For Life
Loras College is pleased to offer Email for Life! As a Loras alumnus, you can have an alumni.loras.edu email account. This is a great way to stay connected to all your Duhawk friends, as well as stay updated on the latest College happenings.
It may take a couple of business days for your account to be created. You will then receive an email from the Alumni Office with instructions to personalize your new email account.
Getting Involved
Alumni Ambassadors
Join a committed and loyal group of alumni representing their class years. Ambassadors are representatives of Loras, charged with cultivating relationships with their classmates and encouraging them to connect with the College through giving and engagement.
Mentor Program
Designed for students and alumni to make their careers more rewarding and successful, mentees share aspirations, challenges, career questions, and ideas, while mentors serve as their sounding boards, providing advice, networking, referrals, and encouragement. Pairing is based on their field of study, workplace aspirations, campus involvements, and interests.
Be a Volunteer
An individual, group of friends, classmates, or even teammates can make a difference and help move Loras forward in many ways.
Host or attend an event, share your skills, match your gift, or join a network. If you are interested in getting involved with Loras, complete the engagement form below.
Distinguished Alumni Awards
Submission deadline is March 31. Nominations received after this date will be considered for next year’s awards. All nominations will be reviewed by the executive board of the National Alumni Board. The award winners will be selected in June and honored during Homecoming celebrations. Finalists not selected in a particular year will automatically be submitted for consideration the following year.
When submitting the form, please be as complete as you can. If you have questions, please contact the Alumni Office at 563.588.7170 or alumni@loras.edu.
Award Categories
- Amicus Award
- Humanitarian Award
- Campus Contributions Award
- Professional Achievements Award
- Young Alumni Award
The Duhawk Dozen
Twelve graduates of the last decade (GOLD) nominated by their peers and selected by the Young Alumni Advisory Board are recognized for their outstanding achievements within one of the four Loras dispositions.
- Reflective Thinking
- Responsible Contributing
- Ethical Decision Making
- Active Learning
The Loras Dispositions
Active Learning | Duhawks who want to learn. Duhawks who are curious about the world and seek to make sense of their experiences.
Reflective Thinking | Duhawks who display insight. Duhawks who take into account their own dispositions and biases as they think creatively and critically.
Ethical Decision Making | Duhawks who discern religious, cultural and personal values in order to act with justice and compassion.
Responsible Contributing | Duhawks who contribute to professions, societies and religious communities develop their talents and share them with others in ways that respect a global environment and are sensitive to cultural differences.
Duhawk Dozen News
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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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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
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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