ASLMU’s Instagram posted a clarification regarding the divestment resolution and bylaw on Thursday, April 18, leaving students both in favor and against the legislation unsatisfied with ASLMU's handling of the incorrect announcement. Read more...LMU community expresses mixed response to senate vote on divestment legislation
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In their first public demonstration, non-tenure track faculty and supporters of their unionization efforts marched from Alumni Mall to the Office of the President in University Hall. Read more...Non-tenure track faculty and supporters hold march to deliver petitions to President's office
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The extraordinary heroes, extravagant powers and thrilling action don’t have to end after eight episodes.
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Amidst the stresses that accompany finals season, the BALI Club offered an opportunity for students to relax and reconnect with their inner child. On Friday, April 12, bouncy houses and obstacle courses adorned Sunken Gardens for the College Kid Carnival, with all proceeds supporting the Suwandi Foundation.
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LMU Dance’s annual spring dance concert brought together many pieces crafted by the dance students themselves.
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Division I sports involve a large number of students, yet some weren't recruited by their current school and have walked on to secure a roster spot. This process can look incredibly different depending on the sport and school. Read more...Refusing to walk away: What it's like to walk onto a Division I sports team
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Men’s club basketball is coming to the Bluff next year with hopes of playing high-level competition and building a lasting community while they're at it. Read more...LMU Men’s Club Basketball: A long time coming
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"Save LMU Sports" is a group made up of LMU student-athletes, their parents, alumni and several external supporters who are fighting to reinstate the six teams that were cut earlier this year. The idea began as soon as the athletes were told that their programs were cut and they walked out of Gersten Pavilion. Read more...Save LMU Sports: Turning up the pressure
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As a Puerto Rican, I refuse to mark white on the census. But adding a racial box for Latinos discounts our very different historical experiences with race and colonization.
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The end of the semester is near, which means students are preparing to take their last exams or essays — but which one reigns the better option for students? Assistant opinion editor Melody Mulugeta and opinion intern Lila Sepici go head-to-head on the finals season discourse.
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Night falls over the weekend, and your group is struggling to figure out how everyone will get home safely after the function. From planning out rides to wondering why that one friend always prefers to walk — it's becoming a ritual at this point.
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Eyewitnesses reported seeing a student, identified as Wolfy McWerewolf, undergo a startling metamorphosis just as the moon came into place to block the sun – or the other way around; I'm not sure.
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My notes are furious. I tried talking to them about this, and they were speechless; they had nothing to say. Noted.
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The fourth floor University Hall escalator has been out of order for months, and LMU students have taken matters into their own hands. There is only one problem — not a single student knows how to fix an escalator.
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The Office of the Registrar notified students via email on March 26 that students’ personal information — including mailing addresses, email addresses and GPAs — was shared with a third party, the National Society of Leadership and Success (NSLS), without students’ knowledge. The Loyolan wen…
Should LMU keep its gates open to the public? Following incidents that raised campus safety concerns, opinion editor Mateo-Luis Planas and opinion intern Judy Dainton discuss whether LMU should remain an open campus or not.
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On March 21, LMU Career and Professional Development (CPD) hosted the Boeing Company on campus for a career insights and resume workshop. The event attracted multiple student activists due to Boeing's connection with the Israel Defense Forces (IDF). At the end of the event, the student activ…
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LMU South Asian Students Association (SASA) hosted the Holi festival on O'Malley Lawn on Friday, April 5. Students from all backgrounds came to celebrate the Indian holiday. Participants threw color and water at each other, symbolizing the idea of placing good over evil. The Loyolan spoke to…
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The story of the other stakeholders pushing for the unionization of the non-tenure track (NTT) faculty and the actions they are taking to do so.
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Unpacking how club teams sports members travel and support themselves.
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Athena Cheris, asst. life+arts editor, talks to Audrey Wood, sophomore film production major, and Hannah Samson, senior screenwriting and film and television production major, two Career and Professional Development peer advisors, to learn how to work at LMU and prepare for jobs off the Bluff.
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On Friday, April 19, ASLMU and Green LMU hosted the Sustainable Sounds Fair on O’Malley Lawn. In case you missed it, here’s a look at the bands’ amazing performances and the vendors' hard work.
The Cartoon team at the Loyolan dove into new perspectives of campus over the past few weeks with some artistic flair.
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Fizz has its own culture in the app, and it can either lift you up or tear you down.
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Spring is here in full force, and everyone is experiencing greatly contrasting levels of enjoyment as spring blooms bring more than just bright colors and fresh smells.
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Despite what people like to think, everyone judges others’ looks. Politicians are no exception to these judgements. Will young voters follow the same trends of rating politicians based on their appearance? Read more...Presidential pretty privilege: Why the physical appearance of politicians matters
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Captivating the attention of an average Gen Z-er is no walk in the park. Social media, however, has young people in a chokehold with its witty, sensational short clips that are too addicting to close off. But how do platforms like X and Instagram affect the way our generation consumes news, and what issues does this pose? Read more...From traditional news to social media: Gen Z’s ‘new’ news
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Abortion rights continue to remain a pressing issue among Gen Z voters in gearing up for the 2024 election. How this matter continues to evolve could influence many people's vote and even determine the presidential race. Read more...The evolution of the abortion issue for Gen Z in the 2024 election
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