
A new semester means new opportunities to attend events on campus. This month, join in on the Rambler spirit by attending a women’s basketball game or celebrate Sully’s First Birthday Party.
CSIB Spring Welcome Back
January 16, 4 p.m.–6 p.m., Damen MPR
Kick off the semester with the Center for Student Inclusion and Belonging at their Spring Welcome Back event. Stop by Damen MPR for pizza, bingo, games, and the chance to win prizes.
January Organ Concert Series: Ralph Holtzhauser
January 18, 3 p.m., Madonna della Strada Chapel
Join Campus Ministry for the January organ concert series, featuring distinguished organist Ralph Holtzhauser. Admission and parking are free and open to everyone.
MLK Day of Service
January 19-27, Chicago-area campuses
Students, faculty, and staff are invited to celebrate the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. through the annual MLK Day of Service. Volunteer opportunities are available with community partners throughout the week on the Lake Shore, Water Tower, and Health Sciences campuses.
An Unnatural History of Lake Michigan
January 21, 3:30 p.m.–5 p.m., School of Environmental Sustainability Atrium
Hear about how Lake Michigan was shaped with the School of Environmental Sustainability, Department of History, and guest speaker Theodore J. Karamanski, PhD. Refreshments will be provided in the SES Atrium followed by the presentation in room 111.
Women’s Basketball vs. La Salle
January 21, 6 p.m.–8 p.m., Gentile Arena
See the women’s basketball team take on La Salle in the first game of spring semester. As part of Commuter and Arrupe Night, commuter and Arrupe students will be highlighted during the game, and pizza and activities will be available for all in Damen Den at 4 p.m.
Men’s Basketball vs. Duquesne
January 24, 1 p.m.–3 p.m., Gentile Arena
Cheer on the Ramblers against Duquesne. Tickets are limited, so claim them now.
Study Abroad Fair
January 27, 11 a.m.–3 p.m., Damen Atrium
Learn about the study abroad opportunities Loyola offers at this semester’s Study Abroad Fair. Students can connect with alumni and advisors and explore options through exchange programs.
Career Connections hosted by LoyolaLinked
January 27, 6 p.m.–7:30 p.m., Damen MPR North
Join LoyolaLinked for a discussion on career topics and professional insights. The event will include appetizers, beverages, and complimentary headshots.
Mark Massa, S.J., “Catholic Fundamentalisms”
January 28, 7 p.m.–8:30 p.m., Lake Shore Campus
The Hank Center for the Catholic Intellectual Heritage will Host Fr. Mark Massa, S.J., professor and director of the Boisi Center for Religion and American Public Life at Boston College, for the 2025 Jesuit Lecture to speak about his new book Catholic Fundamentalism in America.
A Celebration of Epiphanies with Elizabeth-Anne Stewart, PhD
January 28, 4-6 p.m., McCormick Lounge, Coffey Hall
The event will explore how epiphany moments can help participants reframe personal narratives, navigate life’s complexities, and discover their “Personality Bird” through reflection and storytelling.
2026 Annual Juried Student Exhibition Opening Reception
January 29, 5 p.m., Ralph Arnold Gallery
Join the Department of Fine and Performing Arts for the Annual Juried Student Exhibition to see original artwork, including drawing, painting, printmaking, photography, sculpture, and more, created by DFPA students. First, Second, and Third Place Award winners will be selected by Chicago-based juror Victoria Martinez at the event.



