THE LOYOLA EXPERIENCE

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Welcome to Loyola!

Congratulations on choosing Loyola University Chicago. The next four years are going to be some of the most memorable and transformative years of your life.

Your time in the classroom, on campus, in the city, or at our Retreat and Ecology Campus will give you a deeper understanding of yourself and the world. In all of these places, you will explore social justice issues. And your understanding of these issues will grow through activities such as alternative break immersion trips, service learning, and learning communities.

As you embark on this new journey, I encourage you to take advantage of the many programs and opportunities available here at Loyola. This booklet will help prepare you for the first step in your Loyola Experience this summer, starting at Orientation.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you start this exciting journey. We look forward to welcoming you to campus in the fall.

Sincerely,

Michael J. Garanzini, S.J. President and CEO

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What is Orientation?It will be the start of your unique Loyola Experience. At Orientation, you will learn about academics, extracurricular activities, and support systems on campus to help you get the most out of your time here. You will also build community by making new friends and meeting with faculty and staff.

When does it take place?Orientations occur on the following dates. Please note that students are required to stay on campus for this 2-day overnight orientation program.

What if I can’t make it during the summer?Then join us for orientation on August 20–21! You’ll complete your class registration online in July (more information will follow) and will move into your assigned room on August 19. Non-residential students will commute to and from campus during orientation and on-campus housing for parents will not be available. If you come to this session, complete your placement tests by May 18.

How do I sign up?The deadline to register for orientation is May 31. Registration is available now on a first-come, first-served basis. Sign up online at LUC.edu/orientation. Orientation is mandatory for all new students. If you need assistance, contact the Orientation Hotline at 773.508.7410.

Who should come with me?Your parents! Parents follow a different schedule of sessions that focus on how they can help you be successful in college. On-campus lodging for parents is available at a minimal cost, or parents can elect to find their own lodging at a hotel with a Loyola discount. Information on lodging can be found at LUC.edu/orientation.

What should I bring?If you have not yet submitted these items please plan to bring: your final high school transcript, proof of immunizations, and AP/IB Scores. You can also learn about what to pack at LUC.edu/orientation.

Where will I stay?All students will stay overnight in one of Loyola’s residence halls. Even if you will be a commuter student, this is a great way to make connections and learn more about campus.

What if I have questions? Find a detailed schedule of events, a packing list, off-campus housing options for parents, and lots of other details at LUC.edu/orientation. Please contact us at 773.508.7410 or orientation@luc.edu with any additional questions.

ORIENTATION

Loyola was founded in 1870. We are a Jesuit, Catholic University and part of a 500-year-old tradition where the pursuit of knowledge, faith, and justice are inseparable. You are now the future promise of our rich legacy. Throughout your Loyola Experience, you’ll be

challenged—and inspired—to ponder new questions and discover how your gifts and talents can benefit humanity. At Orientation, you will take a Traditions Tour of campus, and learn more about Convocation, Wolf and Kettle Day, and other key Loyola traditions.

KEY EXPERIENCES

Orientation dates

Placement test due

June 9–10 May 18

June 16–17June 19–20

June 1

June 23–24June 26–27

June 15

July 10–11 June 29

SCHEDULE STUDENTS & PARENTS

ENGAGE IN CHICAGO AND THE WORLD

Hands-on learning opportunities will be foundational to your learning at Loyola. From internships to campus involvement to service, you’ll get a chance to make a positive impact on the community while building your professional portfolio. Your e-portfolio will help you

reflect on the important opportunities and events that shape your Loyola Experience, and do more than prepare you for a career—it will equip you to be a life-long learner. At Orientation, you will learn more about Loyola4Chicago and the First-Year Weekly, two service programs that focus on team building, hands-on experience, and reflection.

DAY 1

TIME

9–10:45 a.m. (please arrive by 10 a.m.)

11 a.m.

Noon

Afternoon

Evening

STUDENT SCHEDULE

Orientation check-in Room check-in Picture for student ID

Welcome session

Lunch

Academics Technology Loyola values Small group advising

Dinner Campus Safety Unity gathering Life at Loyola skits Late night activities

PARENT SCHEDULE

Orientation check-in

Welcome session

Lunch

Parent information Campus Safety Student panel Parent reception

Parents are free to enjoy Chicago

TIME

7 a.m.

Morning

Noon

STUDENT SCHEDULE

Breakfast

Class registration Resource fair Financial aid and billing On- or off-campus living

Closing rally and picnic Check out and departure

PARENT SCHEDULE

Breakfast

Financial aid and billing Technology Resource fair On- or off-campus living

Closing rally and picnic Check out and departure

DAY 2

THE TEAM HERE TO HELP

COMMIT TO FAITH, SERVICE, AND JUSTICE

Your holistic development is at the heart of your Loyola Experience. Your work in and outside the classroom will challenge you to develop the habits of the heart and mind to lead an extraordinary life. As a full participant in your education, you’ll see firsthand how you can be a success

while making a difference in the world. With every opportunity you engage, your perspective will grow and evolve as you connect with people from different faiths, cultures, and ways of life. At Orientation, you will discover how your everyday experiences have the potential to transform yourself and those around you.

Have a question about…

Class Registration First and Second Year Advising • LUC.edu/FSYA • 773.508.7714

Clubs/ Organizations Student Activities & Greek Affairs • LUC.edu/saga • 773.508.8850

Housing/Move In Residence Life • LUC.edu/reslife • 773.508.3300

Immunization Requirements Wellness Center • LUC.edu/wellness • 773.508.2530

Intercollegiate Athletics Athletics Department • LUC.edu/athletics • 773.508.2560

Meal Plan/Student ID Campus Card Office • LUC.edu/ campuscard • 773.508.2273

Placement Assessments, Financial Account or Tuition Bill The HUB • LUC.edu/hub • 773.508.7700

Purchasing Textbooks Loyola Bookstore • LUC.edu/ bookstore • 773.508.7350

Accommodations Services for Students with Disabilities • LUC.edu/sswd • 773.508.3700

Username/ Password Help Desk • LUC.edu/helpdesk • 773.508.4487

Year 1 Programs First-Year Experience • LUC.edu/fye • 773.508.7381

Bridget Wesley bwesley@LUC.edu • 773.508.8789

We are dedicated to helping you feel at home at Loyola for the next four years. You’ll start getting acclimated at Orientation, and we will continue to support you throughout your first year.

Mary Kingmking11@LUC.edu • 773.508.2814

Orientation is a critical first chapter in your Loyola Experience where you will learn about academic resources, build community, and discover what it truly means to be a Rambler.

Scott Harrissharri8@LUC.edu • 773.508.7421

After orientation, our entire staff is here to help you throughout your first year as you transition to our Loyola community. Our job is to help you get on the path to a successful Loyola Experience!

LEAD WITH VALUES

Ignatius of Loyola is the patron saint of the University—and his global vision for leadership will shape your Loyola Experience. Service, which challenges you to contribute your talents to build up the community, will help you grow as a leader. Cura personalis, or “care of the whole

person,” is a foundational value shared by all Ramblers. At Orientation, you’ll learn more about Start the Fire Retreats, the Leadership Development Program, and other opportunities to develop as a leader.

NEXT STEPS THIS SUMMER

Summer reading

Reading the First-Year Text will launch your Loyola Experience and initiate you into our community of learners.

This summer, you will prepare to par-ticipate in New Student Convocationon August 22 by reading the accom-panying First-Year Text, Tattoos on the Heart by Fr. Greg Boyle, S.J. This is the time to take responsibility for your own learning—one of the keys to success at Loyola. At Convocation, you will hear your first academic lecture and then meet with a faculty member for a small group discussion.

One of the foundations of a Loyolaeducation is reflection. We encourageyou to share your reflections onTattoos on the Heart by participating in the First-Year Essay Contest. Essays are due September 15, but can be submit-ted any time at LUC.edu/firstessay. The winner will receive a scholarship to pay for spring semester books.

Throughout the year, the “C in C,” or Communities in Conversation, events will give you the opportunity to learn from community leaders, faculty members, alumni, and classmates. This series will expand on the themes of Tattoos on the Heart, such as urban challenges and solutions, and social justice.

Find out more about the First-YearText at LUC.edu/fye.

Summer to-do list

Complete these important steps to prepare for Orientation:

�� Register for orientation. Registration takes place in May on a first-come, first-served basis at LUC.edu/orientation.

�� Complete your Technology Roadmap requirement prior to orientation at LUC.edu/orientation.

�� Complete your Placement Assessments. Review your application status page to see which tests you need to take at LUC.edu/apply.

�� Submit your Housing Application or Request for Exemption from the residency requirement. All first- and second-year students are required to live on campus and complete the form at LUC.edu/apply.

�� Submit the AlcoholEdu program at LUC.edu/alcoholedu.

�� Complete your Immunization Forms by August 1 at LUC.edu/immunization.

�� Students seeking accommodations because of a disability should contact LUC.edu/sswd.

�� Read Tattoos on the Heart before August 22.

CONNECT WITH COMMUNITY

YEAR 1YOUR FIRST SEMESTER

Your Loyola Experience can start early this summer, with a Start the Fire experience. Then, the school year kicks off with Welcome Week in late August. All that you learned at Orientation and prepared for all summer will come to life when you arrive on campus to begin your Loyola

Experience. To help you become acclimated to the Loyola community and start to discover how you will make your mark as a Rambler, here are a few key programs to look forward to this Fall.

Start the Fire: Pre-Fall RetreatsThese programs take place before class begins, giving you a chance to ease into your first year of college. Explore your interests and build community on one of these retreats:

August 2–10• Whitewater Canoe Adventure

August 18–21• Community Service• Leadership Exploration and

Development (LEAD)• Rock Climbing and Sea Kayaking

Adventure• Seizing Opportunities for Academic

Resilience (SOAR)• Social Justice in the City• Sustainability 101: Go Green!Space is limited; financial assistance is available. Learn more and register at LUC.edu/startthefire. Family MassAugust 21

All new students and families are invited to gather in Gentile Arena for this annual tradition as the Loyola community welcomes and blesses a new class of students.

Family PicnicAugust 21

Enjoy a picnic with your family and celebrate your new beginning at Loyola. This is also the time for your family to wish you well before they head home and you start an evening of activity as Welcome Week begins.

Welcome WeekAugust 21–30

Build relationships, engage in social and academic programs, see what makes theLoyola community unique, and have fun! A variety of events include the Student Organization Fair, Saturday of Service, and the New Year’s Festival.

Building community is a primary goal for your first year. By engaging faculty, meeting friends, and joining campus organizations, you’re going to find your place at Loyola. As you begin building community, keep in mind that you’re making relationships that will help you succeed at Loyola

and will last a lifetime. At Orientation, you’ll learn more about Loyola 360, your UNIV 101 class, the Organization Fair, and other opportunities on campus that will help you build community your first year.

Find out more about Fall activities at LUC.edu/ramblerbuzz.

Download the Welcome Week app:1. Visit the app store and download

“Guidebook.”2. Launch Guidebook app, tap “Download

Guides”3. Search for “Loyola Welcome Week 2014”

ConvocationAugust 22

The New Student Convocation is an annual celebration of life at Loyola and our shared traditions. It officially inducts students into their graduating class and launches their academic careers. The Convocation is required for all new students and will include a keynote address covering Tattoos on the Heart.

Mass of the Holy SpiritAugust 24

Gather in prayer with the rest of the Loyola community to offer thanks to God and pray for our world, our community, and for the success of the coming academic year.

Communities in ConversationVarious dates

Learn from community leaders, faculty members, alumni, and classmates. The Convocation address is the first of several events and activities that will focus on the themes of Tattoos on the Heart, such as urban challenges and solutions, and social justice.

Loyola 360 RetreatsLoyola 360 is a weekend retreat open to all first year students interested in making the most of their Loyola Experience. Retreat participants will reflect on their transition to college and connect to peers, student leaders, and the mission and values of a Jesuit education.

• September 12–14• September 19–21*• October 17–19

• November 7–9• January 23–25• February 20–22

Family WeekendSeptember 26–28

Family Weekend is a time for you and your family to connect with the larger Loyola community through a variety of events and activities.

Hunger WeekNovember 3–8

Every fall, Hunger Week raises awareness and funds for the fight against hunger. During Hunger Week, the Loyola community participates in a series of events aimed at educating students, faculty, and staff on hunger issues that might otherwise go unnoticed.

Find out more about Fall activities at LUC.edu/ramblerbuzz.*Honors students

SUMMER DATES

MAY 1 Housing priority application due

JUNE 4 Building assignments e-mailed from Residence Life

JULY 16 End of registration for Canoe Journey 22 Housing assignment packets e-mailed 23 Begin AlcoholEdu program online

AUGUST 1 Immunization forms due 2 End of registration for Start the Fire Retreats and rock climbing and sea kayaking adventure 7 Move-in manuals mailed 18 On-campus arrival for Start the Fire participants 20–22 First-year students move in 21 Family Mass & Picnic 21 Welcome Week begins 22 Convocation 24 Mass of the Holy Spirit 25 Fall semester begins

CO N T I N U E D

YEAR 1YOUR FIRST SEMESTER

LUC.edu/orientation

Our Mission

We are Chicago’s Jesuit, Catholic University —a diverse community seeking God in all things and working to expand knowledge in the service of humanity

through learning, justice, and faith.