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Since 1923 • For a greater Loyola

The Maroon

Since 1923 • For a greater Loyola

The Maroon

Tulane University guest speaker Michelle Alexander discusses hyper-incarceration and discrimination with an attendee from her lecture about her book, “The New Jim Crow.” Alexander’s presentation highlighted what she said are the injustices of capital punishment, especially in New Orleans. “I am absolutely thrilled that I inspired students to fight against hyper-incarceration,” she said.

Project advocates for changing youth incarceration

SHAMARA KING October 3, 2013

Discourse about high incarceration rates in the U.S., specifically in Louisiana, inspired Loyola students to bring a brand new initiative to campus. On Wednesday, Oct. 2, Michelle Alexander discussed...

Two new saints announced

Associated Press October 3, 2013

Pope John Paul II waves as he crosses St. Peter's Square in Vatican City, in this photo taken on April 23, 1997. Popes John Paul II and John XXIII will be declared saints on Sunday, April 27, 2014. Pope...

Brief: Free cookies for religious reflections

The Maroon September 26, 2013

"Cookies with a Catholic" is a new event for Mission and Ministry this semester. During every Thursday window, students will recieve a homemade chocolate chip cookie for asking Ken Weber, associate chaplain,...

Brief: Foreigners targeted by gunmen

Associate Press September 26, 2013

JOHANNESBURG (AP) - The armed Somali Islamic extremist group that attacked a shopping mall in Kenya, said that foreigners were a "legitimate target" and confirmed witness accounts that gunmen tried to...

Brief: Succesful British philosopher will speak at Loyola

The Maroon September 26, 2013

On Wednesday at 7 p.m., British contemporary philosopher Roger Scruton will talk about religion in, "Our Church" at Loyola in Miller Hall 114. Scruton will present three free public lectures on Tuesday,...

Mission and Ministry welcomes three fresh faces

KATHERINE COLLIER September 26, 2013

Three new additions to the Office of Mission and Ministry staff provide fresh faces to the Loyola Community. Kurt Bindewald, director of University Ministry, said the three new staff members in Mission...

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Column: Catholicism is not just going through motions

CAITLIN VANDERWOLF September 24, 2013

I think there is a definite Catholic presence here at Loyola, despite what some professors may tell me. Shamefully, I admit I had always viewed the Catholic brand of Christianity to be riddled with unnecessary...

Carlyn Worthy, A'12, receives a hug from Michelle Saint, A'13, after Worthy gave the faith talk during the 2012 Fall Awakening Retreat.  Loyola students have attended Awakening for more than a decade.

Students reflect on Awakening experiences

JANEICIA NEELY September 19, 2013

Discovering God and love in the community is why Chad Aubert, religious studies senior, says he will participate in the Awakening Retreat for the seventh time. Aubert and other members of the University...

Column: Have an open mind for retreats

Column: Have an open mind for retreats

ALLICIYIA GEORGE September 19, 2013

I am an adventurous and open-minded person, and I think to get anything out of Freshman Retreat, you have to possess those characteristics. I remember the phrase "Freshman Retreat" going back to Wolfpack...

Brief: Plans for Family Weekend are solidified

September 19, 2013

Family Weekend, Friday, Sept. 27, through Sunday, Sept. 29, will be a way for families to reconnect with students after leaving home. With the beginning of a new academic year, Family Weekend allows students'...

Brief: Interfaith lectures start this October

September 19, 2013

Co-sponsored by the Loyola Institute for Ministry and The Catholic Book Store, "Eden House" a two-year residential program for women who have been commercially and sexually exploited will be discussed...

Brief: Book release honors Jesuit

September 19, 2013

Loyola's Institute for Ministry will celebrate the late Rev. Gerald "Jerry" Fagin, S.J., and the recent release of his new book, "Discovering Your Dream: How Ignatian Spirituality Can Guide Your Life." The...

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