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Since 1923 • For a greater Loyola

The Maroon

Since 1923 • For a greater Loyola

The Maroon

Devante Lewis, Ariana Lonon, Michelle Hallinan, and Blu Dimarco at Banning Books in Louisiana panel on Oct. 4,2023. They were there to discuss the banning and challenging of books in Louisiana and answer questions by Loyola students and staff.

Loyola panel discusses book challenge

Eloise Pickering, Assistant News Editor October 19, 2023

In the landscape of literature, a surge of book challenges is impacting libraries, schools and families state and nationwide. At Loyola, lecturer in teacher education Julia Miller organized a week of...

Louisiana gubernatorial candidate Jeff Landry speaks to supporters during a watch party at Broussard Ballroom, Saturday, Oct. 14, 2023, in Broussard, La. Landry begins his first term with redrawing districts and discussing immigration. (Brad Kemp/The Advocate via AP)

Jeff Landry elected governor

Jacob L'Hommedieu, Worldview Editor October 19, 2023

The state election results are in, and Jeff Landry has won the job to be voted in as Louisiana’s next governor. The race was called on Oct. 14, at 9:45 PM, with Landry securing 51.5% of the vote compared...

Professor Alvaro Alcazar teaches Liberation Theology on Sept. 27, 2023. Alcazar teaches ideals of social justice in his classes.

From Exile to Educator: Loyola professor fosters social justice

Sophia Maxim, Design Chief October 19, 2023

After being tortured in and exiled from the Philippines for his political activism, professor Alvaro Alcazar came to Loyola to foster a community driven by social justice. This was 38 years ago. Since...

Crowds gathered to listen and appreciate variations of Latin music. Rumba Buena is one of the many events the New Orleans Jazz Museum is hosting.

‘Rumba Buena’ celebrates Hispanic Heritage month

Dexter Earley, Staff Writer October 19, 2023

Overcast weather couldn’t keep the joy out of the music being played by Rumba Buena, a New Orleans band who generously dished out songs in the styles of salsa, merengue, bachata, and cumbia last Tuesday,...

Little Freddie King performs live on stage drawing a large crowd. Little Freddie King is an American Delta blues guitarist.

Crescent City Blues & BBQ Fest celebrates blues culture

Kaitlyn Gress October 19, 2023

For 16 years, the Crescent City Blues and Barbeque Festival has drawn crowds for its live music, delicious food, and unique art, all available for free. This event is held by the New Orleans Heritage...

Temporary House leader Rep. Patrick McHenry, R-N.C., talks with Rep. Jim Jordan, R-Ohio, as Republicans try to elect Jordan in a second ballot to be the new House speaker, at the Capitol in Washington, Wednesday, Oct. 18, 2023. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

Government shutdown continues to loom

Guélan Zaour October 19, 2023

On September 30, a few hours before a potential government shutdown, the House and the Senate voted for a modest spending bill that would keep the government open through November 17, according to the...

Loyola band Planet of the Little Green Men performing at Gasa Gasa on March 11, 2023. The band is frustrated with Loyola not paying them timely for performing at university events.

Artists frustrated with untimely payments

Abigail Schmidt, Staff Writer October 19, 2023

Loyola musical artists have recently expressed concern over not getting paid in due time for shows and events they have done through the university. Popular and commercial music junior Diego Gutierrez...

Orleans Parish suffers low voter turnout

Orleans Parish suffers low voter turnout

Jacob L'Hommedieu, Worldview Editor October 19, 2023

It seems Louisiana missed the memo that the state elections were last Saturday. Attorney General Jeff Landry received 51.6% of the vote, however only about 36% of Louisiana’s registered voters actually...

(Left to right) Sesher's Erik Maiwaldt and Matt Manzella perform at Art 2 Action's Friday the 13th event on Oct. 13, 2023. The event raised money for for local LGBTQ+ mutual aid.

Vamps for social change: Art collective hosts Friday the 13th fundraiser

Sophia Maxim, Design Chief and Life & Times Assistant October 19, 2023

Vampires, witches, wizards, and horror characters gathered on Friday the 13th to support local LGBTQ+ causes while dancing to student bands. The event was hosted by Art 2 Action, a social justice-centered...

OPINION: Stop sexualizing breast cancer

OPINION: Stop sexualizing breast cancer

Patricia Cabrera October 19, 2023

In the midst of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, I believe it’s time for a review of our community’s history of “support” for the cause. Normally in October, I feel joyful as I scroll through...

Final 2023-24 enrollment numbers announced

Final 2023-24 enrollment numbers announced

Eloise Pickering, Assistant News Editor October 19, 2023

Campus may seem smaller now as it is confirmed that freshman enrollment decreased by 11% this year. David Tracy, the interim vice president for enrollment management, spoke at Loyola’s University...

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OPINION: Making playlists is an art form

June Fernandez October 19, 2023

In the age of streaming services, customization is mostly out of our hands. The existence of suggestions and saving doesn’t change the fact that algorithms have the most say in what we watch or listen...

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