Since 1923 • For a greater Loyola

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Since 1923 • For a greater Loyola

The Maroon

Since 1923 • For a greater Loyola

The Maroon

Environmental studies sophomore Walter Ramsey  (left) and pyschology sophomore Hayden Ricca (right) run in the peace quad. Ricca and Ramsey both qualified for the National Association for Intercollegiate Athletics Cross Country National Championships. Photo credit: Cristian Orellana

Friendship between two Loyola runners goes beyond the race-trail

Rosha'E Gibson November 12, 2018

Hayden Ricca and Walter Ramsey always run together.In the four cross country races Ricca, psychology sophomore, and Ramsey, environmental studies sophomore, have both run in, the furthest apart they have...

Photo credit: Ariel Landry

Parishes turn fantasy sports into a reality

Andrew Lang November 12, 2018

Next time Saints wide receiver Michael Thomas goes off for 211 yards, it could win you some money. 47 parishes voted to legalize daily fantasy sports betting in their jurisdiction. 17 parishes...

Psychology pre-med sophomore Helene Masone bumps the ball. Masone finished with nine digs in the final game against Faulkner. Photo credit: Loyola New Orleans Athletics

Volleyball season comes to close with loss to Faulkner

Andrew Lang November 11, 2018

The Loyola volleyball team’s fell to Faulkner University in the Southern States Athletic Conference Volleyball Championships in the quarterfinals, bringing their season to a close Friday, Nov. 9. The...

Photo credit: Loyola University New Orleans

UPB honors the President with ‘Tetlow Fest’

Emma Ruby November 11, 2018

Maroon, gold and Tetlow all over is the idea for the impending celebration that has been organized in honor of President Tania Tetlow’s impending inauguration. The festival, organized by the University...

Photo credit: Ariel Landry

Opinion: Don’t be afraid to have the courage to ask for help

Andrew Lang November 11, 2018

I used to think it was a sign of weakness to ask for help, but my experiences taught me something everyone should learn. It isn’t weakness or fear that leads someone to ask for help, but courage...

Laura encourages people to reach out for help, especially when in college. She explains the benefits of doing research on illnesses. Photo credit: Cristian Orellana

Opinion: The hardships of having an invisible illness can be frustrating

Laura Coatney November 11, 2018

What does “invisible illness” mean? It is a broad umbrella term for any medical condition that is not immediately apparent to others. Conditions that are not easily visible include chronic pain, mental...

One of the attendees of goat yoga poses as two goats walk around looking placed on mats to draw their attention. Two more goat yoga sessions will be hosted this fall Monday Nov. 12 and 19 at 6 p.m. Photo credit: Andrew Lang

Whatever floats your goat: Yoga class brings out your inner animal

Tess Rowland November 10, 2018

De-stressing at times can be a long, consuming practice. For college students dealing with immense amounts of stress, it can be hard to find the light at the end of the tunnel, but what if the solution...

Photo credit: Hannah Renton

New urban and electronic music degree to drop in fall of 2019

Shelbi Copain November 10, 2018

The College of Music and Fine Arts is launching a new undergraduate degree program in the fall of 2019. The urban and electronic music production program is the first of its kind in the country, encouraging...

Freddie Marshall (right) poses for a photo with members of Loyola’s Donelley Center. The meeting was to finalize a proposal for Marshall’s community center. Courtesy of Freddie Marshall.

Driven Loyola senior plans to build Algiers community center

Rose Wagner November 10, 2018

As his classmates apply to graduate school and anxiously fill out job applications, Freddie Marshall is busy meeting with government officials and critiquing architectural renderings, determined and focused...

A couple strolls along the sidewalk by Lake Pontchartrain. The site is frequented by residents for its natural beauty. Photo credit: Andres Fuentes

Locals find treasure -and trash- in Lake Pontchartrain

Andres Fuentes November 9, 2018

On Sunday afternoon, instead of partying at the Bucktown Seafood Festival or any Saints pre-game parties, many New Orleanians decided to enjoy their extra hour of sleep by relaxing at the Lake Ponchartrain...

Photo credit: Ariel Landry

Editorial: Stop history from repeating itself

November 9, 2018

Many of us were taught about the “Voyage of the Damned” in history classes. If you’re unfamiliar, the name refers to the voyage of the MS St. Louis, a German ocean liner that carried...

Photo credit: Ariel Landry

Film festival looks to bring Palestinian culture to campus

Catie Sanders November 8, 2018

A Loyola sophomore is looking to bring the culture of Palestine all the way to Uptown New Orleans. On Nov. 9, the Palestinian Film Festival will be held in Bobet Hall and aims to educate students on...

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