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Find Your Favorite Loyola Tradition 🎉

When you join the Loyola community, you also become part of the New Orleans community—a city steeped in customs and vibrant culture. 

Now that you’re part of the Pack, you can join in the events and activities that bond us together as a community. Take a look at a few of our favorite traditions on campus.

Only at Loyola

🐺 Wolf Pack Wednesday: On Wednesdays, the University Programming Board offers giveaways near the Iggy statue (pictured above) to those wearing maroon, gold, or Loyola gear! 

⚜️ Class Beads: Each class at Loyola has a different “class bead” necklace that is given to them during New Student Convocation as part of Wolf Pack Welcome. Traditionally, students wear their class beads at graduation. 

👕 Dressing Iggy: On special occasions, our statue, St. Ignatius of Loyola is dressed in different t-shirts and accessories based on what is happening on campus.

Good Reasons to Get Together

🙏 Mass of the Holy Spirit: For centuries, many Catholic schools have celebrated the Mass of the Holy Spirit to ring in the start of a new school year. At Loyola, this celebration showcases the many talents of our students and faculty.

🌳 Awakening Retreat: A time to get away from campus, meet new people, and grow deeper in your sense of belonging at Loyola and in your relationship with God, however you understand God to be. 

🎉Third Friday: Loyola’s University Programming Board hosts interesting and one-of-a-kind events on the third Friday of every month during the school year. From Countdown to Carnival to Crawfish in the Quad to movie nights, you won’t want to miss these celebrations. Follow UPB on Instagram to get the latest updates!

☃️Sneaux: Every year in December, the front lawn of Loyola is transformed into a winter wonderland, complete with 20 tons of real snow! (Yes, even in New Orleans.) Sip hot chocolate, get your picture with Santa, and have a snowball fight with your friends.  

A Habit of Helping Others

💪 Homecoming Service: In the Jesuit tradition, Loyola strives to develop individuals who dedicate their lives to service for others. Each year, students come together at the start of Homecoming to complete service projects throughout the greater New Orleans community. 

💛 Loyola University Community Action Program (LUCAP): LUCAP is a student-initiated, student-led volunteer service and advocacy organization open to all students. Students involved in LUCAP have opportunities for direct service and advocacy. 

These are just a few examples of the ways you can get involved on campus. The Department of Student Life and Ministry is here to help you find your path at Loyola—whether that’s taking part in a long-standing Loyola tradition or helping you start your own. 

Connect With Us!

Register for Havoc’s Sneak Peek

Can’t wait to start your Wolf Pack experience? Visit Loyola this summer! You’re invited to attend Havoc’s Sneak Peek, one of two optional preview days designed just for incoming students and their families. Here’s what you can expect: 

  • See showcases of academic programs and majors
  • Get a taste of New Orleans music, food, and traditions
  • Take advantage of early access to meet with current students, faculty, and staff
  • Visit with campus staff and get help transitioning to campus life

You can choose to attend on Tuesday, June 17 or Tuesday, July 8. Both days will have the same lineup of fun showcases and resources. Each event runs from 8:15 a.m. – 2 p.m. CT.

Learn more about Havoc’s Sneak Peak and register now to save your spot! 

Your To-Do List

✔ Follow instructions to set up your Loyola email and access the Loyola network, known as the Single Sign On (SSO) portal. 

✔ Submit Your ID Photo by July 1  Log into your Admissions Status Portal and upload your headshot in the "Upload Materials" section. Be sure to select "ID Photo" from the dropdown menu. Make sure your photo clearly shows your face and has a vertical orientation.  If you plan to attend Havoc's Sneak Peek and would like to pick up your ID at that time, please submit your photo by June 1.

✔ Complete your Admissions Status Portal checklist items—including submitting your Loyola ID photo by July 1.  

Coming Up Next

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