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01-16-2015: Spring 2015 New Organization Review Application Deadline
Greetings Student Leaders,
Interested in starting a new student organization? Want to leave a legacy here at Loyola? Here is your shot! Our deadline for Spring 2015 New Student Organization Application Review is February 6th by 5:00pm! To apply to create a new student organization, click here! Have questions? Please contact your Campus Activities Network E-Board at firstname.lastname@example.com for more details or click here!
Go Ramblers!
01-13-2015: SAVE THE DATE! 2015 Student Organization Awards (SOAs)
Hello Student Organization Members!
SAVE THE DATE! This year, the 2015 Student Organization Awards (SOAs) is scheduled for April 16th, 2015 during the Weekend of Excellence! The SOAs seek to recognize LUC's Registered and Sponsored Student Organizations for the many successful programs and achievements of the past year. Nominations for student organizations will open on February 2nd. For more details regarding the SOAs, please click here! Questions? Please contact RSO Coordinator Josh Metayer at email@example.com
01-09-2015: Urgent Message Regarding Contracts for RSOs
Greetings Student Organization Leaders and Happy New Year!
As of January 5th, 2015, the university has implemented a updated version of our Loyola Contract Rider Performance Agreement & our Loyola Performance Agreement. Effective immediately, all outstanding contracts that require submission for the spring 2015 semester must include our updated Loyola Contract Rider or Loyola Performance Agreement in order to be processed this semester. Our updated version of both the Loyola Performance Agreement and Loyola Contract Rider can be found on the SAGA website at luc.edu/saga under our resources tab. For all questions regarding this update, please contact RSO Coordinators Brian Houze at email@example.com or Joshua Metayer at firstname.lastname@example.com
Student Activities & Greek Affairs
11-24-2014: RSO Orientation: Wednesday, Dec. 3rd
Hello Student Org Leaders,
Is your student organization going through an e-board leadership transition period at the end of this fall? If so, then this RSO orientation session is for you! On Wednesday, Dec. 3rd, 2014, SAGA will host an RSO Orientation session for all new and returning RSO executive board members that need a refresher on RSO policy. ALL STUDENT ORGANIZATION MEMBERS ARE WELCOMED TO ATTEND! Below are the details of the RSO Orientation Session:
- Date: Wednesday, December 3rd, 2014
- Time: 4:00pm
- Location: Damen 216
Attendance is not required for RSOs however this opportunity can help your organization stay up-to-date on RSO policies including contracts and activity requests forms. If you have any questions, please contact your Campus Activities Network E-Board at email@example.com.
09-19-2014: OrgSync Training TODAY!
Does your organization need a refresher on OrgSync and how it works? If so, join us for OrgSync training in Damen 216 today at 11AM! See you there!
Go Ramblers!
09-15-2014: RSO Leadership Workshop TOMORROW!
Hey student org members?
Do you want to learn how to take your student organization to new heights while enjoying some FREE food at the same time?! Well...the answer to your dreams has finally arrived! Tomorrow will be the first session of our Student Organization Leadership Transformation Series and it is titled "RSO Leadership 101". Details below:
When: Tuesday, September 16th
Where: Damen MPR North
Time: 12 noon - 1:15pm
No RSVP is required and please come hungry ready to learn and eat!!! See you there!
09-05-2014: Become an OrgSync PRO!
Attention OrgSync Users!
Just in case you haven't noticed...OrgSync has changed! Beginning next week, SAGA will host OrgSync Training Workshops to help get the average joe closer to becoming an OrgSync PRO! These workshops will help answer any questions regarding how to navigate the new OrgSync user interface. Here are the dates/times/locations of the OrgSync Training Workshops:
•Tuesday, September 9, 2014 – 2:00pm – Damen MPR North
•Tuesday, September 16th, 2014 – 2:00pm – Damen MPR North
•Friday, September 19, 2014 – 11:00am – Damen 216
No RSVP is required and if you have any questions, please email Joshua Metayer at email@example.com
09-03-2014: RSO E-Board Orientation begins TOMORROW!
Hello Student Organization Leaders,
This is a reminder that beginning TOMORROW SAGA will host RSO E-Board Orientation on September 4th and 5th. Attendance at the RSO E-Board Orientation is REQUIRED for successful annual student organization registration and ALL Registered Student Organizations are required to attend ONE orientation session.The Orientation dates/times/location are listed below:
September 4th, 2014 - 10:00am to 11:30pm: Damen MPR South
September 4th, 2014 – 4:00pm to 5:30pm: Damen MPR North
September 5th, 2014 – 10:00am to 11:30pm: Damen MPR South
September 5th, 2014 – 3:00pm to 4:30pm: Coffey Hall Mccormick LoungeIf you have any questions, please feel free to email RSO Coordinator for Programming Joshua Metayer at email@example.com
08-29-2014: RSO E-Board Orientation:Sept 4th & 5th
Hello Student Organization Leaders,
This is a reminder that next week SAGA will host RSO E-Board Orientation on September 4th and 5th. Attendance at the RSO E-Board Orientation is REQUIRED for successful annual student organization registration and ALL Registered Student Organizations are required to attend ONE orientation session.The Orientation dates/times/location are listed below:
September 4th, 2014 - 10:00am to 11:30pm: Damen MPR South
September 4th, 2014 – 4:00pm to 5:30pm: Damen MPR North
September 5th, 2014 – 10:00am to 11:30pm: Damen MPR South
September 5th, 2014 – 3:00pm to 4:30pm: Coffey Hall Mccormick LoungeIf you have any questions, please feel free to email RSO Coordinator for Programming Joshua Metayer at email@example.com
08-19-2014: Check out Welcome Week: 8/21-8/30
Don't let the excitement of move-in fade away: Welcome Week begins Thursday, 8/21! For a full schedule of events, visit luc.edu/welcomeweek or download the Guidebook mobile app (luc.edu/welcomeweek/welcomeweekmobileapp/). Welcome to Loyola University Chicago!
08-04-2014: Sign up for the Fall 2014 Org Fair
The Fall 2014 Student Org Fair sign-up goes live today! All Registered and Sponsored student organizations that completed the steps to renew their annual registration are eligible to reserve a table at the Org Fair. Table confirmation will be sent by 8/22.
Sign up here: https://orgsync.com/10580/forms/75714
The Fall 2014 Student Org Fair
Gentile Arena
August 27, 3-6pm
Check-in for confirmed table reservations: 2-2:45pm -
07-30-2014: Annual Student Org Registration Deadline TOMORROW!
Hello Student Orgs,
This is a final reminder that tomorrow, July 31st is the last day to submit your Annual Student Organization OrgSync Registration! Be sure to submit your OrgSync renewal by 5:00pm tomorrow to meet the registration deadline...NO EXCEPTIONS! Annual student organization registration is required for all student organizations to maintain active status, and student orgs must submit OrgSync registration renewal applications between April 3rd - July 31, 2014. Missing the 7/31 deadline will result in a loss of Start-Up Funding, a hold placed on currently allocated funds, and the group will be prohibited from participating in the Fall Student Organization Fair. For instructions on how to complete student organization annual registration, please click here. If you have any questions, please contact SAGA Coordinator, Joshua Metayer at firstname.lastname@example.com
Student Activities & Greek Affairs
07-18-2014: Join ((dop)) to create an LUC Student Org Lip Dub Video!
Hi Club Directors,
My name is Franceska Bellas and I am the marketing director of The Department of Programing ((dop)) for the 2014-2015 academic year. I am excited about this position and have tons of new ideas for ((dop)), and ways in which ((dop)) can collaborate with other organizations on campus. I am working with the ((dop)) executive board to create a Loyola Lip Dub video. I have attached a link to a YouTube video that shows a high school in Ohio performing their own rendition, there are many more on YouTube that you can find as well. This will be a great way for your club or organization to gain exposure to incoming freshman and current Loyola students. Please let me know if your club is interested in taking part in the video. We will be filming it after Welcome Week, on Loyola's Lakeshore campus (more information to follow).
Please send all emails to email@example.com. Attached in your email please include a song of choice that your club would like to dance to, keeping in mind the music interest of the larger Loyola student community. The song needs to be a clean, radio edited version. This will be a new and exciting opportunity to show off your club in a way that the Loyola community has never seen before. Thank you, and I hope you all are just as excited as we are in ((dop)) and in Student Activities & Greek Affairs (SAGA)!
Franceska Bellas
07-01-2014: 30 days till annual RSO registration ends!
Hello Student Organizations!
July 31st is right around the corner, and that means the deadline for annual student organization registration is fast approaching! Annual student organization registration is required for all student organizations to maintain active status, and must successfully complete registration requirements between April 3rd - July 31, 2014. Missing the 7/31 deadline will result in a loss of Start-Up Funding, a hold placed on currently allocated funds, and the group will be prohibited from participating in the Fall Student Organization Fair. For instructions on how to complete student organization annual registration, please click here. If you have any questions, please contact SAGA Coordinator, Joshua Metayer at firstname.lastname@example.com
Student Activities & Greek Affairs
06-10-2014: Commuter Ambassador Position Available
Looking for work next fall? Here is a great opportunity working with Off-Campus Student Life as a Commuter Ambassador! This is a new PAID position and is now available on Rambler link. For more details on this new exciting position, simply click on the link or search the position number below:
Position #: 53463
If you have any questions, please email Kristina Garcia, Coordinator for Off-Campus Student Life at firstname.lastname@example.com
Happy Summer!
05-27-2014: Annual Student Org Registration Deadline: July 31st!
Hello Student Organizations,
This is a reminder that annual student organization registration is now open and the deadline for registration is July 31st! Annual student organization registration is required for all student organizations to maintain active status, and must successfully complete registration requirements between April 3rd - July 31, 2014. Missing the 7/31 deadline will result in a loss of Start-Up Funding, a hold placed on currently allocated funds, and the group will be prohibited from participating in the Fall Student Organization Fair. For instructions on how to complete student organization annual registration, please click here. If you have any questions, please contact SAGA Coordinator, Joshua Metayer at email@example.com
Student Activities & Greek Affairs
05-15-2014: Reimbursement Deadline Tomorrow!
This is just a reminder that the last day for student organization members to submit a reimbursement request is Friday, May 16th by 5:00pm! All students who submit for reimbursement should have all required documents and receipts submitted by this date and all reimbursements are only for SAF allocated or revenue funds ONLY. If you have any questions, please contact SAGA at firstname.lastname@example.com
Have a great summer break!
05-06-2014: Celebratory Rally for NCAA Men's Volleyball Champs
Loyola Community,
On Tuesday at noon, we will celebrate the University's first men's volleyball national championship with a rally inside the Damen Student Center. The event, which is open to the public, will feature head coach Shane Davis, as well as several of Loyola's student-athletes, addressing the crowd. Refreshments will also be served.
For those on the Water Tower Campus, please note that shuttle service will be available to get you to the Lake Shore Campus. Shuttle service ends at 2 p.m. on Tuesday.
Loyola, which became just the third team east of the Rocky Mountains to win the men's volleyball title, capped off a 29-1 season with a four-set win over Stanford in Saturday night's championship match in front of a capacity crowd of 4,475 at Gentile Arena. The title is the second team title in school history and first since the men's basketball team captured its crown in 1963.
Please be sure to come out and support this historic team.
Go Ramblers!
M. Grace Calhoun
Assistant Vice President and Director of Athletics
Susan Malisch
Vice President, CIO, and Interim Director of Athletics -
05-02-2014: Student Org Reimbursement Deadline
The last day for student organization members to submit a reimbursement request is Friday, May 16th by 5:00pm! All students who submit for reimbursement should have all required documents and receipts submitted by this date and all reimbursements are only for SAF allocated or revenue funds ONLY. If you have any questions, please contact SAGA at firstname.lastname@example.com
Have a great summer break!
Student Activites & Greek Affairs
05-01-2014: Family Weekend 2014
Welcome to Loyola's Family Weekend! Parents and families of current Loyola students are invited back to campus to join students, faculty and staff in an exciting three-day event celebrating our shared Loyola Family. Family Weekend 2014 will take place September 26-28, 2014 at Loyola's Lake Shore Campus.
Over the weekend, you can explore life at Loyola inside the classroom and out. Hear a campus update from Loyola President and CEO Fr. Michael Garanzini, S.J., take part in a Loyola tradition, attend exciting workshops, enjoy a campus BBQ, check out Chicago, and more! We're sure you will find plenty of great activities on campus and off throughout the weekend.
04-29-2014: Annual Student Organization Registration
Hello Student Organizations,
This is a reminder that annual student organization registration is now open for all student organizations who wish to maintain active status for the 2014-2015 academic year. Annual student organization registration is required for all student organizations who wish to maintain active status, and must successfully complete registration requirements between April 3rd - July 31, 2014. Missing the 7/31 deadline will result in a loss of Start-Up Funding, a hold placed on currently allocated funds, and the group will be prohibited from participating in the Fall Student Organization Fair. For instructions on how to complete student organization annual registration, please click here. If you have any questions, please contact SAGA at email@example.com
Good luck on finals!
Student Activities & Greek Affairs
04-23-2014: LSC Spring Finals Breakfast - Location and Date Change (4/29/14 @ 9:30 PM)
This free breakfast for students is the highlight of exam week allowing them to relax, take a study break, and catch up with their friends before going home for winter and summer break. Faculty and staff participate in serving students.
Spring Finals Breakfast Date and Time: Tuesday, April 29th 2014, 9:30 PM
Locations: Damen Dining – Damen Ballroom – Rambler Room – Bremner Lounge – Lakeshore DiningAs you may know, Loyola has the distinct honor of hosting the 2014 Men's Volleyball Final Four Tournament, April 29th-May 3rd. To accommodate the Final Four, the location of the Finals Breakfast has been changed. This is a one-time adjustment as we want to show support for our #1 ranked Men's Volleyball Team in their quest to win the National Championship.
If you are a faculty or staff member who is interested in volunteering or if you have questions regarding the event, please contact Student Activities & Greek Affairs at firstname.lastname@example.com.
*This message intended for Loyola University Chicago undergraduate and graduate populations as well as staff and faculty.
04-17-2014: Service Opportunity!
Dear RSOs,
I am an event co-chair for A Charitable Confection, a high end, upscale bake sale fundraiser to benefit Project Orange Tree. Between corporate donations, and admission/ticket sales we have committed to raising $25,000 for Project Orange Tree at our first ever fundraiser. On Friday April 25th, 2014 we are hosting 600+ attendees at Chicago Urban Arts Society (in Pilsen) in hopes to raise funds for Project Orange Tree. Project Orange Tree is an awareness campaign that focuses on educating youth about violence and its roots (structural violence). It is run entirely by teens of Chicago and is in close affiliation with the Lupe Fiasco Foundation.
We are reaching out to students from local colleges to help us in event promotion and execution. In exchange, we will provide documentation for service hours, if needed. We are seeking two types of volunteers:
1. ) Day of Support: I need about 60 students to help set up/tear down before and after the event and to work the door selling tickets to those who didn't purchase in advance. I also will need students to help support our VIP celebrity co-chairs in the VIP room, and help us secure the performance stage. Students could work anywhere from 2-4 hours that day to support the event.
2.) Social Media Marketing: Under the direction of our marketing chairs, we would like students to help market the event through Facebook, twitter and Instagram. We could give students 1 hour/week of service credit if they post 1x/day/week.
If you are interested in volunteering you can contact me at email@example.com and let me know which options you are interested in pursuing and I will forward your contact information to the appropriate committee chair.
Event Information: http://www.grandbaby-cakes.com/events/
https://www.facebook.com/acharitable.confection * https://www.facebook.com/#!/events/1436815306554868/
Charity Information: http://projectorangetree.org/about/
04-17-2014: SAGA Student Assistant Position Open!
Do you need a job? Student Activities & Greek Affairs is looking for enthusiastic students, familiar with OrgSync and the RSO Handbook, to fulfill our student assistant positions during the 2014-2015 academic year. For more information contact RSO Budget Coordinator Brandon Matulka, at email@example.com or apply through Rambler Link. Federal Work Study approval is required for employment. To search for the position through Ramblerlink use the keyword: Student Assistant.
Student Activities & Greek Affairs
04-14-2014: Annual Student Organization Registration Renewal
Hello Student Organizations,
Annual student organization registration is now open for all student organizations who wish to maintain active status for the 2014-2015 academic year. Annual student organization registration is required for all student organizations who wish to maintain active status, and must successfully complete registration requirements between April 3rd - July 31, 2014. Missing the 7/31 deadline will result in a loss of Start-Up Funding, a hold placed on currently allocated funds, and the group will be prohibited from participating in the Fall Student Organization Fair. For instructions on how to complete student organization annual registration, please click here. If you have any questions, please contact SAGA at firstname.lastname@example.com
Student Activities & Greek Affairs
04-10-2014: Student Organization Showcase TONIGHT!
Hello students,
Tonight is the night we have all been waiting for...the Student Organization Showcase is finally here! Come out and participate in the opening event of the Weekend of Excellence and celebrate the accomplishments of YOUR student organization community! The Showcase will take place in Damen Student Center Multi-purpose room and doors will open at 6:00pm. Mocktails, great hors d'oeuvres, Moore Cupcakes, and special performances from select student organizations will be on tonight's agenda so be ready to be amazed as we congratulate our student organization community. See you there!
Student Activities & Greek Affairs
04-07-2014: Showcase RSVP Form Closes TODAY!
Hello student organizations,
The RSVP Form to attend the Student Organization Showcase closes TODAY! If your organization has not yet submitted an RSVP form to attend the Inaugural Student Organization Showcase during the Weekend of Excellence, be sure to submit your RSVP form by midnight TONIGHT! To submit your RSVP form, click here. If you have any questions, please contact Joshua Metayer, RSO Coordinator for Development at firstname.lastname@example.com.
Go Ramblers!
Student Activities & Greek Affairs
04-03-2014: Students: Provide quick feedback on this year's Finals Breakfast
This semester's Finals Breakfast date is Sunday, April 27th! Given that the event has historically been held on a Tuesday evening, the Finals Breakfast team is looking for your input into some of the key aspects to the event, such as the time and food options. Please fill out this quick 3 question survey and help us make this event the best it can be for you!
Survey can be found here: https://orgsync.com/10580/forms/103036
Your feedback is appreciated!
04-01-2014: Opportunity for RSO's to collaborate with ((dop))
Hello Orgs!
In the past ((dop)) has put on an event called Be Chill Bash. Due to the sound of the name (go ahead and say it out loud and you'll understand) we are renaming it Less Stress Fest, and we are also revamping the event. Which means we would like your involvement!
If you haven't heard of the event before it happens the last day of classes and is supposed to act as a cool down before finals start happening. Some of the activities we usually have are massage therapists, an oxygen bar, coloring pages, and food. If your organization is interested in helping all you have to do is provide some type of relaxing activity.
Some examples:
Coloring pages
Yoga poses
Photo booth
Providing info on how to relaxUltimately what we're looking for is any type of activity you think students would enjoy that would keep students' minds off of school for a little bit, provide some type of relaxation, and take the stress off.
Here are the logistics:
Date: Friday, April 25th
Setup start time: 8am
Event runs from: 9am-12:30pm
Orgs are responsible for fundsIf you would like to participate please email me at email@example.com to let me know. Also, if you have any further questions don't hesitate to email me.
Calley Oresick
((dop)) Special Events Director
Loyola University Chicago
03-31-2014: Student Organization Showcase: RSVP TODAY!
Hello student organizations,
This week is the last week to RSVP your student organization to attend the Inaugural Student Organization Showcase! To RSVP your organization, just click here! The showcase will take place during the Weekend of Excellence on April 10th from 6pm - 9pm in Damen MPR. During the showcase there will be special interest/hobby and Cultural focused student groups will also have the opportunity to showcase their talents and perform throughout the night and complimentary Loyola themed 'mocktails' and heavy hors devours will be served to all attendees! Come support your student organization community and witness history! RSVP your organization TODAY!
Go Ramblers,
Student Activities & Greek Affairs
03-28-2014: Engage with the Jesuit Volunteer Corps on campus, 4/2-4/4!
Hey Orgs!
Would your group be interested in a brief presentation by a representative from the Jesuit Volunteer Corps Northwest? JVC Northwest is a year-long volunteer program for recent grads. As a volunteer, you are placed in a small community of volunteers and provide direct service or advocacy work in a community that has asked for support.
A JVC Northwest recruiter will be on campus Wednesday, April 2 – Friday, April 4. If you have an RSO or SSO meeting one of those days and would like to invite the recruiter to attend for 10-15 minutes of your meeting, contact Community Service and Action at email@example.com. Let us know the day, time and location, and we'll confirm if it fits the recruiter's schedule.
Also, there will be a general information session on Wednesday, April 2nd, 7pm, Damen 232. You are welcome to attend that session!
Questions? Community Service and Action – firstname.lastname@example.com
03-28-2014: Improve your Lewis Library experience!
As part of a process to continuously improve the University Libraries' services, facilities, and collections, we have drafted a survey to review the Lewis Library, which serves the Loyola Community at the Water Tower Campus. Your participation in this brief survey is much appreciated.
At the end of the survey you can enter your email address for a chance to win prizes and participate in a focus group. This is your chance to give your opinion to the library staff about services at WTC – so please let us know what you think!
Many thanks,
The Library Staff
03-24-2014: Welcome Week Leader Applications
Hello students,
Welcome Week Leader Applications for Welcome Week 2014 is still open! Every year, the Department of Student Activities & Greek Affairs hosts events during Welcome Week and if you remember last fall...we all definitely had BLAST! Welcome Week Leaders are critical to the success of executing the events during Welcome Week...and you can be a one of them! To apply, just click here! Applications close Wednesday, March 26th so apply today! For more information on becoming a welcome week leader, please visit luc.edu/saga or contact Joshua Metayer at email@example.com
Go Ramblers!
03-24-2014: CAN E-Board Applications now OPEN!
Hello students,
The application to be a member of the Campus Activities Network 2014-2015 is now open! If you are a member of a student organization and would like to create lasting experiences and advocate for our student organization community, this leadership opportunity is for you. CAN serves the collective interest of Loyola University Chicago's RSOs by advocating for RSOs, providing resources to RSOs, and facilitating opportunities for RSOs to collaborate on programs and initiatives. This leadership opportunity provides exceptional experience with leadership development, and C.A.N. E-board members also receive a scholarship towards tuition and fees! To apply, simply click here! If you have any questions, please email Joshua Metayer at firstname.lastname@example.com
In Rambler spirit,
Student Activities & Greek Affairs
03-18-2014: Maroon & Gold Society Presents: THE SENIOR HOP
The second annual Seniors HOP is coming up! It is free and open to all seniors!
The event is Wednesday, April 9 from 7-10:00pm in Mundelein Auditorium.
All students can decorate a hat that Sister Jean and Dean Neufeld will judge from 8:30-9:30 pm. (You must be present at this time to be included in the contest) Prizes for the best hat will be announced in the weeks leading up to the event. Stay tuned!
There are also giveaways for the first 250 students to attend the event!
Feel free to email Maureen Lauer if you have any questions: firstname.lastname@example.com
03-17-2014: Check out this Wednesday's Social Justice Dinner Dialogue!
Join us for a free dinner and interactive dialogue around Ubuntu Teambuilding on Wednesday, March 19 from 5:00-7:00 p.m. in Regis MPR (Lake Shore Campus). This session will be facilitated by Chris Zajchowski & Amanda Dever. (FB event link: https://www.facebook.com/events/1411583132433051/)
The sub-Saharan African concept of Ubuntu stresses the fundamental humanity and interdependence present in all of us. Popularized by the presidency of late Nelson Mandela, Ubuntu counters Cartesian essentialism - "I think, therefore I am" - with a collectivist reply "I am because we are, and because we are, therefore, I am" (Mbiti, 1969). The articulation and actualization of this philosophy dramatically influenced the South African transition from Apartheid rule, and has since become internationally celebrated ethical and relational frame. As we strive for improved servant leadership at the LUREC Challenge Course, one training tool we have utilized with facilitators is Ubuntu literacy. We find the appropriation of Ubuntu into our practice helps to reduce power imbalances within group process between the facilitator and group members. Using Ubuntu to create initiatives/activities for participants also transitions the group from a problem solving frame to relational and person-centered group engagement. Join us for an evening of teambuilding activities inspired by Ubuntu and discussion of how to bring this philosophy into your own work. Please be prepared for moving, bending, power-walking and having a good time. -
03-17-2014: Loyola GOLD Networking Event
On behalf of Loyola's GOLD (Graduates of the Last Decade), you are invited to an upcoming networking opportunity geared towards success after obtaining that first job opportunity.
Here are the event details:
· Date: Wednesday, March 26th from 6:00-8:00 p.m.
· Location: Kasbeer Hall, Corboy Law Center, 15th floor (25 East Pearson Ave)
· Program: Event will feature a panel including Kara Hewitt Tolentino (A&S '04), HR Manager at Equity Residential, Katelyn Gibbons (Quinlan '06), Vice President, eChannel Product Development at Bank of America, and Chris Swit, (Quinlan '09) Systems Administrator at GTCR, LLC
· RSVP: Students are encouraged to register in advance at alumni.luc.edu --> Events -->Student Alumni Networking Night (Wednesday March 26, 2013)
03-13-2014: Travel to Springfield to advocate for college access!
Dear Student Organizations:
On Wednesday, March 26th, Loyola will be taking a busload of students to Springfield to advocate on behalf of the State of Illinois Monetary Award Program (MAP). This student financial aid program provides needs-based grants to students in Illinois who are going to school in Illinois. At Loyola, there are more than 2500 undergraduates benefiting from MAP grants, without which they would not be able to attend in most cases.
MAP funding faces cuts every year. It is our responsibility as students who receive MAP grants and even those who do not, to advocate for continued funding of this grant. This grant allows your friends and fellow students to attend Loyola. Even if you do not personally get a MAP grant, chances are you know someone who does, and who needs that grant to keep attending Loyola.
Please join us on March 26th, meals and transportation are included at no charge!! Please RSVP as soon as possible, we only have room for 48 students! To RSVP please follow this link: http://tinyurl.com/mry7y7b .Sincerely,
Loyola Office of Government Affairs,
Work Phone: 312-915-7579
Email: email@example.com
03-13-2014: Student Organization Showcase RSVP Now OPEN!
ATTENTION STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS! The Student Organization Showcase RSVP form is now OPEN! To RSVP your student organization, simply click HERE! The Student Organization Showcase (formerly known as the Student Organization Awards) is the opening event of the Weekend of Excellence and will be an event to remember! The Student Organization Showcase will take place on April 10th, 2014 in Damen Student Center MPR and all student organizations are invited to attend. This event is to highlight the amazing programs and student organizations who make our student organization community special...and that includes you! During the event there will be hors d'oeuvre, Loyola themed "mocktails", special performances, and amazing awards for our student organization community! Space is limited...so be sure to RSVP your student organization today!!! For more information, please visit luc.edu/saga.
Go RAMBLERS!
Student Activities & Greek Affairs
03-12-2014: Treasurer Training Workshop Update
MARK YOUR CALENDARS! For all Registered Student Organizations who seek to have access to SAF Funding for the 2014-2015 academic year, the mandatory Treasury Training Workshop is scheduled for April 9th, 2014 in Damen MPR South at 4:00pm. All Registered Student Organizations who seek access to SAF funding are required to attend, and this workshop will be the ONLY scheduled Treasurer Training Workshop for the spring semester outside of the the Treasurer Training Workshop taking place at the RSO Transition Summit (information on the RSO Transition Summit can be found at luc.edu/saga). All incoming Treasurers are expected to attend, and should student organizations find a scheduling conflict with attending the April 9th, training, please bear in mind the opportunity to satisfy this requirement during the RSO transition Summit. If you have any questions, please email RSO Coordinator for Development, Joshua Metayer at firstname.lastname@example.com.
Student Activities & Greek Affairs
03-11-2014: Connect this summer! Be a Bridge to Loyola Peer Mentor
First and Second Year Advising has begun the hiring process for the summer 2014 Bridge to Loyola Peer Mentors. We seek dynamic applicants with strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills, and a desire to mentor first-year students. Ideal candidates would have experience planning academic and social programs, working on a team, performing administrative duties and would demonstrate a commitment to diversity.
Peer Mentor Position
Through training and experience, Peer Mentors will further develop their leadership, teamwork, programming, and administrative skills. Additional benefits include room and board, along with a $1,000 stipend. Peer Mentors will live in a residence hall during the training period and with the students for the duration of the Bridge to Loyola program, from Monday, July 7 at 8:00 a.m. to Sunday, August 3. Due to the nature of the responsibilities, Peer Mentors are not permitted to take summer classes during the employment period.
How to Apply
If you are interested in applying, please complete the attached application form and submit it to China Hill in the Sullivan Center, Suite 260, or by email at email@example.com.
If you have any questions regarding the position or application process, please contact China Hill at firstname.lastname@example.com.
Applications are due Monday, March 31 by 12:00 noon. Candidates selected for an interview will be contacted after that date. Interviews will take place April 7-11.
For information about the Bridge to Loyola program, please visit our website at www.luc.edu/bridge
All the Best,
China Hill
03-10-2014: Questions about your upcoming SBR? Come to an Allocations Committee Open House!
In preparation of the upcoming SBR submission deadline, the Allocations committee will be holding two open houses. Come by to ask specific questions about your requests, or just for a general overview! They will be held at the following times:
Wednesday, March 12, 4-6pm in Damen Student Center 122
Monday, March 17, 6-8pm in Damen Student Center 114
03-10-2014: Student Organization Newsletter for March
Please follow the link below to view this month's edition of the Student Organization Newsletter!
03-10-2014: Rock your LUC vote! Excellence Awards voting is now open!
The Excellence Awards voting period ranges from March 9th-14th. During this period, the Loyola Student Body will vote on the winners for the following student awards: Damen Awards, Damen Student Organization Awards, the 1870 Award, Unity of Heart & Mind Award, and Faculty/Staff Member of the Year Award. To vote or find more information about the Excellence Awards, please visit: http://www.luc.edu/excellenceawards.
03-04-2014: Get involved with Amnesty International's Human Rights Conference in Chicago, 4/4-4/6
Amnesty International is a Nobel Peace Prize winning human rights organization of more than 3 million supporters, members and activists in over 150 countries and territories who campaign to end grave human rights abuses. We have over 500 student groups across the US who take action on the biggest human rights issues of our time including, violence against women, police brutality, death penalty, fair trials, issues impacting immigrant and refugee communities, LGBTQ and workers' rights, and issues of US and international torture.
Amnesty International USA's 2014 Human Rights Conference: Bringing Human Rights Home will take place in Chicago April 4-6, 2014. Several hundred students and people from across the US will converge at the JW Marriott to learn from human rights experts about the issues, develop activism skills, and connect with other students and members doing human rights work. Approximately, 300 of the attendees will be local to the Chicago area. The conference will focus on human rights issues very specific to Chicago, but with global implications, including issues of police torture, gun violence, mass Incarceration, LGBT Rights, and issues surrounding the right to education. It will be an excellent opportunity for students to meet other students as well as more experienced human rights advocates in Chicago and from across the US.
In alignment with our goal to bring human rights home, we are also working on expanding our student movement in Chicago. During the weeks of March 8th -March 21st, our Amnesty International USA team of 11 Field Organizers will unite in Chicago with the goal of talking with several hundred students and community organizations over the course of two weeks about how they can directly affect human rights issues of global significance on a local level. We'll also discuss opportunities before, during, and after the conference to affect change for human rights in the local communities of Chicago. We would like to include your school/organization in our outreach efforts. Please contact us at firstname.lastname@example.com or 312-427-2060 with any questions and to coordinate a visit to your school/organization during those weeks.
For a glance at the conference please see the Conference Agenda:
Thank You,
Marvin Bing
03-03-2014: DSC Fall 2014 Student Org Booking Now OPEN!
Attention Student Organizations!
Campus Reservations has opened booking access for student organizations in Damen Student Center for Fall 2014! Student Organizations have priority until March 17th so be sure to put your requests in before rooms become unavailable. If you have any questions, please contact campus reservations via email.
In Rambler Spirit,
Student Activities & Greek Affairs
02-25-2014: Take advantage of leadership opportunities with SDMA!
SDMA Leader recruitment has begun and our online application is available on OrgSync. These positions include STARS Mentors, LUCES Scholars, Men of Color Initiative Peer Mentors, The Men's Project Scholars, and LGBTQI Initiatives Volunteers. Some of these are new positions, so please contact Joe Saucedo (email@example.com) if you have specific questions!
02-25-2014: RSO Transition Summit: RSVP TODAY!
Hey Student Orgs!
Don't miss out on registering your student organization for the RSO Transition Summit!! The RSO Transition Summit will take place on March 22nd, 2014 in Mundelein Auditorium from 9:30am-5:00pm. There will be workshops, prizes and PLENTY of FREE food!! To RSVP your Student Organization, RSVP here!
So gather your current e-board members and the incoming/perspective e-board members and sign up today!! Registration closes on March 17th, 2014 and space is limited so be sure to register your student organization today! For more information, please visit luc.edu/saga. For questions regarding the summit, please email RSO Coordinator for Development, Joshua Metayer at firstname.lastname@example.com.
Hope to see you there!
Student Activities & Greek Affairs
02-22-2014: McNair Scholars Program
We are a federally funded program that prepares low-income, first-generation, and underrepresented undergraduate students who are interested in earning a PhD, for graduate school. We provide scholarly activities via bi-weekly seminars and workshops; a summer research internship; graduate school visits; and educational services for 30 students per year.
We are currently recruiting sophomores and juniors to be a part of the program. If you are a Loyola student with a 3.0 GPA, want to conduct research, and interested in attending graduate school, please contact us. We welcome applicants from all disciplines. We especially welcome applications from students in the STEM fields who are not planning to attend medical school.
For more information, please visit our website at http://www.luc.edu/mcnair/index.shtml or email us at email@example.com.
We look forward hearing from you!
02-19-2014: Welcome Week Leader Applications Now OPEN!!!
Are you a leader? If so...then here's a great opportunity show to Loyola what you've got! Welcome Week Leader applications are now open! Every year, the Department of Student Activities & Greek Affairs hosts events during Welcome Week and if you remember last fall...we all definitely had BLAST! Welcome Week Leaders are critical to the success of executing the events during Welcome Week...and you can be a one of them! To apply, just click here! For more information on becoming a Welcome Week Leader , please visit luc.edu/saga or contact Joshua Metayer at email@example.com
Go Ramblers!
02-17-2014: Come cheer on Loyola vs. Wichita State this Wednesday!
Come cheer on the Loyola Men's Basketball team this Wednesday! Tailgate at 5:30pm and game at 7pm. Tickets are free for undergraduate students, so make sure to pick up yours at the Damen Student Center Info desk!
02-17-2014: Check out these upcoming performances via the Department of Fine and Performing Arts!
Use the code "Advance" at checkout at luc.tix.com for $2 off your ticket.
FEB 21 – MAR 2 | Thurs. – Sat. 7:30 PM / Sun. 2 PM | Newhart Family Theatre | $5 – 20
Preview: FEB 20 | Thurs. 7:30 PM | $5
Written by Dr. Endesha Ida Mae Holland
Directed by Jonathan Wilson
In this transformative memoir, the civil right movement acts as a catalyst for Aint Baby and her daughter Phelia to rise above their tragic prospects. Harrowing episodes are tempered with humor and tenderness in a tale that will leave your heart just as warm as the Southern heat.THE INTELLIGENT DESIGN OF JENNY CHOW
FEB 27 – MAR 2 | Thurs. – Fri. 8 PM / Sat. 2:30 PM & 8 PM / Sun. 2:30 PM | Underground Laboratory Theatre | $5 – 10
Preview: Feb. 26 | Wed. 8 PM | $5
Written by Rolin Jones
Directed by RJ Silva
Jennifer Marcus, modern-day genius, obsessive-compulsive agoraphobic, and adopted daughter creates a robot replica of herself to travel across the world in search of her biological mother. Set in today's world of instant Internet gratification, this portrayal of a girl's journey to a sense of belonging in the world is echoed in the lengths she is willing to take to find family. -
02-13-2014: Women of Color Leadership Summit
LUCES is having its first Women of Color Leadership Summit!
It is going to take place on Saturday, February 22, 2014 from 8:45am-3:30pm in Damen MPR North.
See the attached flyer and contact Devita Bishundat at firstname.lastname@example.com!
02-10-2014: RSO Transition Summit Registration Now Open!
Hello Student Organizations,
The RSO Transition Summit registration form is now OPEN! To register your student organization for the RSO Transition Summit, click HERE! The Department of Student Activities & Greek Affairs in partnership with Student Diversity & Multicultural Affairs and Student Leadership & Development will host the RSO Transition Summit to create a platform to enforce effective transition methods between student organization leadership. The RSO Transition Summit will take place on March 22nd, 2014 in Mundelein Auditorium from 9:30am-5:00pm. Student Organizations who attend will participate in:
- Concurrent educational workshops for student org management
- An in-depth E-Board transition workshop
- Identify how to create S.M.A.R.T. goals for next academic year
All undergraduate students who have served as part of the executive board of their respective Registered Student Organization during the current academic year and students who have been identified as potential new executive board members for the upcoming academic year are invited to attend. Registration closes on March 17th, 2014 and space is limited so be sure to register your student organization today! For more information regarding the advantages for attending the summit, please visit luc.edu/saga. For questions regarding the summit, please email RSO Coordinator for Development, Joshua Metayer at firstname.lastname@example.com.
In Rambler Spirit,
Student Activities & Greek Affairs
02-03-2014: The Career Development Center needs your help!
The Career Development Center is looking for student help for the Spring University Career Fair on Feb. 18th. This year, the fair will be held in the Sister Jean room of the Damen Student Center from 1:30-5:30 pm.
Volunteers will help with setting up or tearing down tables for the fair, directing employers to their tables and managing traffic flow at the fair. We'll need help on Feb. 18th from 8:30 am until 6 pm. If you can help for an hour or three, we'd be most grateful. And, volunteers will receive food and refreshments for their efforts!
Please reach out to Kerri Slezak at firstname.lastname@example.com if you are interested in volunteering for the fair.
Kind regards,
Marty Gahbauer
Career Development Center -
01-28-2014: Date Reminder: New Organization Applications!
Are you interested in starting a new student organization? This is a reminder that the deadline for new student organization applications is January 31st, 2014 by 5pm! If you or someone you know is interested in learning more about the process for starting new student organizations, visit http://luc.orgsync.com/StartAnOrganization for more information!
01-28-2014: SAVE THE DATE: Student Organization Awards!
Save the date! The Department of Student Activities & Greek Affairs (SAGA) in conjunction with the Campus Activities Network (CAN) will host the first annual Student Organization Awards (SOAs) during the Weekend of Excellence. The SOAs will take place on April 10, 2014 in Damen Student Center MPR beginning at 6:00pm. This award ceremony is aimed at providing further recognition and support to our Registered Student Organizations (RSO) for the many programs and community engagement initiatives that they host annually.
But wait…there's more! During the ceremony, special interest/hobby and Cultural focused student groups will also have the opportunity to showcase their talents and perform throughout the night! Additonally, FREE 'mocktails' and heavy hors devours will be served to all attendees! More details will be released during February for how your organization can RSVP and for how to nominate your organization for an SOA Award! For more information, please visit SAGA's website at luc.edu/saga
01-26-2014: Win a $100 airline gift certificate at the Student Organization Fair!
Student Activities & Greek Affairs will be awarding 2 $100 airline gift certificates to attendees at the Student Organization Fair on Monday, 1/27. Visit the fair between 3-6pm, and make sure to bring your student ID! You can scan your ID at the SAGA table for a chance to win 1 of these 2 great prizes!
01-24-2014: Get paid for your social media skills!
Student Activities & Greek Affairs is looking for students interested in a paid social media internship. The office is hiring a student intern (10-15 hours/week) to manage social media profiles (Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram), enhance web presence (content and followership), and hopefully utilize graphic design skills to contribute to the creation of marketing materials. Ideal applicants know their way around popular social media platforms and are excited about using those platforms in creative, engaging ways! For more information and a copy of the official job description, please contact Brian Houze (email@example.com) no later than next Friday, January 31.
01-23-2014: Nominate your peers for a $5,000 scholarship!
The Steve Harvey Foundation, in partnership with Coca-Cola, is offering an apprenticeship opportunity and a $5,000 scholarship. Please feel free to nominate your peers who might benefit from this opportunity!
Greetings Student Organizations,
Calling all student organization leaders: SAVE THE DATE! The RSO Transition Summit is approaching and it will be here before you know it. Mark your calendars and be sure to have your organization register to attend the RSO Transition Summit on March 22nd, 2014. More details about the summit will be announced soon but until then...SAVE THE DATE! Now...let me ask you: have you transitioned yet?
Student Activities & Greek Affairs
01-21-2014: Student Community Board is looking for new members!
The Student Community Board is looking for new board members! This is a great opportunity to gain experience while serving the student body. Please see the attachment for additional info regarding SCB and the application process. Visit us at facebook.com/LUCStudentCommunityBoard
01-15-2014: Call for auditions for Student Organization Awards performances!
Greetings from SAGA!
Is your organization a performance based organization? Does your organization specialize in a certain 'talent' that you would love to showcase to the student organization community? Well we have GREAT NEWS! We are now haveing a call for auditions to take center stage and perform during the Student Organization Awards on April 10th, 2014! Details on auditions are below:
When: Saturday, February 8th
Time: 10:00am
Where: Mundelein Auditorium
If your organization would like to take center stage and perform during the Student Organization Excellence Awards, please fill out the RSVP form located below NO LATER THAN FEBRUARY 7TH, 2014. Space is limited on how many auditions can take place so hurry and select your audition time slot today! If you have any questions, please email SAGA Coordinator Joshua Metayer at firstname.lastname@example.com. Below is the link to RSVP for an audition spot:
In Rambler spirit,
Student Activities & Greek Affairs
01-14-2014: New Student Organization Application Deadline Reminder
Hey students!
Are you interested in starting a new student organization? The deadline for new student organization applications is January 31st, 2014 by 5pm! If you or someone you know is interested in learning more about the process for starting new student organizations, please click here for more information. Go Ramblers!
Student Activities and Greek Affairs
01-09-2014: Job Opportunities!
Looking for a job? Check out the opportunities listed below:
Academic Coach Job Opportunity
Target New Transitions(TNT) is a successful high school freshman intervention that aims to reduce Chicago's startling drop out statistics. If hired, you will serve as an Academic Coach and help Chicago Public high school freshmen with homework so they successfully complete 9th grade. TNT will be held at a downtown location easily accessible by public transportation
Academic Coach position details are:
Pays $10/hour
3-5 hours/week
12 Saturday mornings (excluding holidays and spring break) + 3 paid professional development sessions.
Qualifications: Sophomore-Senior, minimum 3.0 GPA, an outgoing personality a must – previous tutoring experience a plus.To apply email your resume and an unofficial copy of your transcript to Helen Gerety at firstname.lastname@example.com.
Math Coach Job Opportunity
Algebra Boot Camp(ABC) is an algebra intensive program for 8th grade CPS students. If hired, you will serve as a "Math Coach" and deliver direct instruction, practice productive computation skills, and play critical thinking puzzles and games for three hours during 12 Saturday morning sessions at Loyola's Water Tower Campus.
Math Coach position details are:
Pays $10/hour
3-5 hours/week
12 Saturday mornings (excluding holidays and spring break) + 3 paid professional development sessions.Qualifications: Freshman-Senior, strong math skills and an outgoing personality are a must – previous tutoring experience a plus. Minimum 3.0 GPA required.
To apply email your resume and an unofficial copy of your transcript to Helen Gerety at firstname.lastname@example.com.
01-09-2014: Don't miss out on the Spring 2014 Student Organization Fair!
Spring 2014 Organization Fair information:
Monday, January 27 from 3-6pm in Gentile ArenaRegistration is first come, first served. Registration will close on January 17th at 5pm.
Confirmation of space will be received no later than January 22.
Register here: https://orgsync.com/10580/forms/75714
12-13-2013: CAN E-Board Position Available
Would you like to be a part of the CAN E-board?
Applications are now open on OrgSync! Being on the CAN Eboard offers a wonderful opportunity to gain experience working with administration and representing student organizations. Additionally, you will also be eligible to receive a scholarship towards tuition and fees!
The only requirements are that you be a Loyola undergraduate student with a minimum 2.5. GPA and in good judicial standing. Any Questions: Email firstname.lastname@example.com
To apply, click here or visit the CAN portal and under forms you will find the application.
Apply today!
12-12-2013: DATE CHANGE: Spring 2014 Org Fair
Due to unforeseen circumstances, we have had to change the date of the spring Org Fair. The event will now take place on Monday, January 27. Please contact SAGA if you have any questions or concerns. Thank you for understanding!
12-12-2013: Take advantage of this Zipcar discount promo for Loyola students!
Zipcar is a car-share service that provides members with access to over 700 cars throughout Chicago. Zipcar has a partnership with LUC that offers students discounted memberships; the normal sign up rate is $85, but if you use the promo code LOYOLA14, you can sign up for $15 and get $25 back in driving credit!
12-11-2013: Allocations Committee Open Houses for SPOT 1
Planning to submit a budget request for the SPOT 1 cycle?
The Allocations Committee will be hosting 2 Open House sessions in anticipation of the January 17 SPOT 1 funding deadline. Committee members will be on hand to answer questions, make suggestions, and help you better understand the SAF funding process. Bring specific questions, or just come for an individualized or small group overview.
What: Allocations Committee Open House
Where: Damen Student Center, Room 212
When: 1/15, 6-8:00PM and 1/16 4-6:00PM
If you have any questions, feel free to contact Joey Pellegrino, Allocations Committee Chair at email@example.com
12-10-2013: Looking to start a new organization next semester?
Are you interested in bringing a new registered student organization to campus? If yes, you will need to submit an application by Friday, January 31st at 5:00pm. You will also need to be available to attend a hearing in the afternoon/evening of Friday, February 14 (sign ups for specific times will be sent out after the application deadline).
To apply, click on the following link, https://orgsync.com/browse_orgs/226, and then click the green "register new organization" button on the top, right corner.
As a reminder, the following are requirements for new student organizations:
-Be controlled and managed by students
-Membership in the RSO must be open to all Loyola University Chicago students
-Identify at least 5 LUC registered students as contact persons, one of whom is willing to fulfill the requirement of being the primary contact
-Abide by Federal, State, City, and University laws and policies
-Be a not-for-profit group
-Create and maintain an Orgsync account
-Create and maintain a constitution
-Provide the information required on the registration form/Orgsync
-Have a faculty/staff advisor
-Abide by financial and all other regulations specified in the Student Handbook and SAGA websiteNew organizations that are ultimately approved following their hearing will need to attend New Organization Orientation at 3:00pm on Tuesday, January 25.
For questions on this process, feel free to contact Joshua Metayer, email@example.com or Emily Callahan, email@example.com
12-03-2013: Turn in your Fall semester reimbursements by December 13 at 5pm!
The final deadline to submit any and all organization reimbursement requests for Fall 2013 is Friday, December 13th by 5pm. If you have purchased anything on behalf of your organization and need to be reimbursed, make sure to submit a reimbursement payment request and the original, itemized receipts by the December 13 deadline. Reimbursement requests for Fall 2013 that are submitted after the deadline will not be processed.
12-02-2013: Call to Orgs to participate in Social Justice Dinner Dialogue series: Deadline for signup 12/9 at 5pm
Each year, the department of Student Diversity and Multicultural Affairs (SDMA) proudly hosts the Social Justice Dinner Dialogue Series. We are ready to recruit student organizations who are enthusiastic about bringing awareness to social justice related topics for the spring semester. We hope to engage the community in critical conversations regarding intersections of identity, as well as, local and national social justice issues. Through providing these dinners, we offer a chance for students to learn about themselves and others, while at the same time learning about resources our institution offers.
To submit a proposal or for more information, please visit https://orgsync.com/72155/forms/91677. The deadline to submit a proposal is Monday, December 9 at 5pm. For questions, please don't hesitate to contact me via email (email@example.com) or by phone (773-508-8858).
Warmest regards,
Devita -
11-22-2013: Spring 2014 Org Fair
Registration for the Spring 2014 Org Fair will open on December 3. We will close registration at 4:59pm on January 17. However, space is limited and tables will be given out on a first come, first serve basis. The sign-up can be accessed through the forms section on orgsync. Please contact SAGA with any questions or concerns!
11-22-2013: Looking for a job?
The Damen Student center is looking for active students that are involved on campus to fill roles in Information Services and Event Services! There are 6-8 positions available and students should be federal work study eligible. Stop by the Damen Student Center information desk to pick up an application or email Leslie Watland at firstname.lastname@example.com .
11-20-2013: Programming 101 Today
Hello RSOs!
TODAY is your day: Programming 101 is here! Are you wondering how to take your programming to the next level? Well this workshop is definitely just for you! Here are the details:
When: TODAY! November 20th
Time: 5:00pm
Where: Cuneo 203
If you have any questions, please email Josh Metayer at email@example.com
See you there!
11-18-2013: Attend a 2014 LGBTQI conference for free!
Interested in attending the 2014 Midwest Bisexual, Lesbian, Gay, Transgender, Ally College Conference in Kansas City? The conference is February 7 - 9th, and individuals with approved applications will have travel expenses covered by Student Diversity and Multicultural Affairs.
Apply for funding through OrgSync: https://orgsync.com/72155/forms/90301
Additional information about the conference can be found at: http://mblgtacc2014.org/
If you have any questions, feel free to contact Patrick Fina at firstname.lastname@example.com, or at 773.508.2132.
11-13-2013: November RSO Newsletter
Please click the link below to access November's RSO Newsletter!
11-12-2013: Reminder: FINAL CAN MEETING IS THIS WEEK
This week is the FINAL CAN meeting of the semester: November CAN Assembly!!!
Thursday November 14th, 2013
Start Time: 5:00 pm
Rambler Room
Please be there on time. We will be closing the doors at 5:10 pm!
See you there!
11-11-2013: SAGA presents Programming 101
Hello RSOs!
Are you wondering how to take your programming to the next level? Well this workshop is definitely just for you! SAGA's next installment of our workshop series will be Programming 101. Well developed programming is key for student organization success, and this workshop will give you all the tips and information you need to take your programming to new heights! Here are the details below:
When: November 20th
Time: 5:00pm
Where: Cuneo 203
If you have any questions, please email Josh Metayer at firstname.lastname@example.com
Hope to see you there!
11-08-2013: Spring 2014 SAF funding dates and deadlines now available
Dates and deadlines for the funding cycles that will take place during the Spring 2014 semester have been announced. To review those dates and deadlines, check our SAGA's "Important Dates" calendar here.
11-07-2013: Special Event for First Year Students!
The Office of First-Year Experience is proud to announce our second event in the Communities in Conversation series. We were happy to have Dr. Aana Vigen speak last month about "The Ugly Face of Inequality in Health Care and the Beauty of Daring to do something about it." Building off of the conversation with Dr. Vigen, we will be screening the film A Closer Walk (2003). A Closer Walk (2003) is a film focused on depicting humankind's confrontation with the global AIDS epidemic. More information on the film can be found at: http://www.acloserwalk.org/about_the_film/.
We invite you all to attend the film that will build off of the speeches of Dr. Vigen last month and Dr. Claire Pierre at the First-Year Student Convocation!
This event will take place November 21st at 7:00pm in the Crown Center Auditorium.
Communities in Conversation webpage: http://www.luc.edu/firstyearexperience/lecture-series/index.shtml
11-06-2013: LUC GOLD Board Event for Students and Alumni
This fall's biannual Student-Alumni Networking Night on November 13th is focused specifically on helping School of Business students!
• Date: Wednesday, November 13th from 6:00-8:00 p.m.
• Location: Kasbeer Hall, Corboy Law Center, 15th floor (25 East Pearson Ave)
• Program: Event will feature a panel presentation hosted by Carl Kutsmode (BS '85), Managing Partner and Recruiting Solutions Consulting Practice Lead at talentRISE. Other panelists include Travis Kessel, Vice President of Recruitment at Eldeman, and Victoria Tucker, Assistant Vice President and Recruiting Manager at Nuveen Investments. They will present on the importance of building your network early.
• RSVP: Students are encouraged to register in advance at luc.edu/alumni/events
11-05-2013: Consent: A Community Teach-In
In honor of No Shave November's theme: CONSENT, we invite you to join us for an evening of figuring out what consent sexual activity means to you. We know consent is not an easy thing to define and people disagree on what really constitutes consent - So, let's talk about it and try to get on the same page! At the very least, you will know how Loyola defines consent and you will know where to get help before the workshop is over. We promise.
We hope to see you on Tuesday, November 12th at 6:00 p.m. in the Information Commons, 4th Floor for an engaging and interactive program.
11-05-2013: Winter Job Shadow Program
The Career Development Center is proud to present the annual Job Shadow Program. A job-shadowing experience is a one day opportunity for students to gain understanding of a business, industry, and/or job function, to ask questions, and to observe day to day business operations. It also encourages students, alumni, and organizations to forge strong and valuable connections.
The 2014 Winter Job Shadow Program is scheduled during the week of January 6-10, 2014. The following opportunities will be available this year:Allstate: Insurance Sector
CAIR Organization: Non-Profit Sector
City Year: Non-Profit Sector
Heartland Alliance: Non-Profit Sector
PCI: Public Relations Sector
TQL: Logistics Sector
WMS Industries: Gaming Sector
Game Development Engineer
Human Resources/Compensation & BenefitsOpportunities are on a first-come basis. All applicants must be a current Loyola University Chicago Undergraduate, in good academic standing. The Job Shadow Program is not for academic credit and students are not compensated. The application period for all job shadow opportunities will end on November 15.
For more details about the 2014 Winter Job Shadow Program, visit http://www.luc.edu/career/events/jobshadowprogram or email firstname.lastname@example.com. -
11-01-2013: Questions about your upcoming SBR? Come to an Allocations Committee Open House!
The Allocations Committee will be hosting 2 Open House sessions in anticipation of the November 15 Semester Budget Request funding deadline. Committee members will be on hand to answer questions, make suggestions, and help you better understand the SAF funding process. Bring specific questions, or just come for an individualized or small group overview.
What: Allocations Committee Open House
Where: Damen Student Center, Room 212
When: 11/6, 6:30-8:30PM and 11/7 5:00-7:00PM
10-31-2013: Electronic version of '13-'14 Student Org Quick Guide now available
SAGA is very close to running out of our '13-'14 run of the Student Organization Quick Guide. Maybe you grabbed one at the Fall Student Organization Fair, at an Allocations Committee hearing, or at a CAN meeting. If not, you can get the electronic version of the '13-'14 Student Organization Quick Guide here!
Make sure to let your advisors know that they can get an electronic copy of the Advisor Quick Guide, too!
10-30-2013: Connect your student organization to the Career Development Center!
The Career Peers at the Career Development Center are available to present a number of programs that would greatly benefit students in navigating skills for their college careers and beyond. These programs include:
- Resume Writing: Students will learn how to write resumes and cover letters that describe their experiences in a way that make them stand out from the crowd. Students will go through the different components of a resume and cover and understand what to write and what not to write.
- Interviewing: Students will learn how to prepare, follow-up, and successfully participate in an interview. They will learn the different types of interviews and understand how to approach interview questions.
- Networking and Connecting: Students will learn and understand the benefits of networking and how to maintain connections within the networks. They will learn how to network in a public event and online, how to conduct a follow-up, and how to administer an informational interview.
- Introduction to the Career Development Center: This workshop will introduce students to the services the Career Development Center provides. It focuses on the importance behind creating, having, maintaining a career identity.
These presentations would last about 30 minutes, but could be longer if necessary. The Career Development Center would also be happy to present other programs that our staff could facilitate. Please contact Cam Helkowski (firstname.lastname@example.com) for more information, or visit LUC.edu/career.
10-29-2013: Senior Send Off Committee Applications Now Open
Hello Loyola University Chicago!
Are you a senior or do you know a senior that is looking to get involved on campus? The time to act is NOW if you want to take advantage of an opportunity to make the most out of your senior year. The Senior Send Off Committee is currently taking applications from seniors interested in sitting on the committee that plans Senior Send Off initiatives. This is the first time in many years students are able to represent their senior class on this committee and it is also a tremendous opportunity to serve your peers. Take advantage of this unique chance and ensure that your final year is your best by far! Applications will be accepted now until 5 pm November 1st 2013 – To fill out an application simply click HERE!
10-28-2013: Student Organization usage of outdoor space
Tips for reserving outdoor space on campus
Student Organizations often ask about how to reserve outdoor space on campus. Here are some of the common requests, and how you can reserve them!
East Quad
Reservation of the East Quad is managed through Campus Reservations' 25Live online system. Due to the delicate nature of the East Quad and the tight restrictions surrounding its use, a detailed description of what you plan to do on the East Quad (how many people will be there at one time, what types of activities will be taking place, etc), any AV needs you will be using for your event (music, sound system, etc), and any additional information about the logistics of your event will be necessary for Campus Reservations to review your request. Generally, only very large university-wide events are approved, but a lot will depend on the time/date of request (peak academic hours vs. evenings and weekends), whether the setup or activities will be harmful to the lawn (e.g. tables and chairs on the lawn, sporting activities, etc.), whether there will be noise bleed that will disrupt surrounding buildings, etc.
Sean Earl Field/Halas Field
Reservation of Sean Earl Field/Halas Field is managed by Campus Recreation. Please email Nathan Clark, Recreational Sports Program Coordinator (firstname.lastname@example.com) to inquire about availability of this outdoor space.
Mundelein Fountain Area
Reservation of the Mundelein Fountain Area is managed through Campus Reservations' 25Live online system. This is a good space for students who are holding a low-impact, low-maintenance program or event and would like to utilize outdoor space.
Demonstration/Fixed Exhibit space
The lawn space between Centennial Forum and the Damen Student Center is designated for student organizations that wish to plan and/or engage in group dissent (demonstration) or alternative forms of stationary expression (fixed exhibit) on campus. In order to make use of this space, a Demonstration & Fixed Exhibit Proposal Form must be submitted no later than 10 business days prior to the event, and subsequently approved by the Office of the Vice President of Student Development.
10-23-2013: Second Year Experience Focus Groups
Second Year Experience wants to hear your voice! In an effort to better serve the needs of second year students, Loyola University's Second Year Experience Office is looking for 2nd year student volunteers to participate in 60 to 90 minute focus groups. These focus groups will explore the challenges second year students face, and how we can better support second year students successfully progress to their third year.
Each participant will receive a $10 Gift Card for their participation and the focus groups will last between 60 and 90 minutes. Registration is limited to 12 students for each focus group so sign up now!
Please use the link below to sign up for one of the focus groups. Once you sign up you will be sent an email giving you the location of the focus group as well as other details.
Register for the Second Year Experience Focus Groups Here!
What: Second Year Focus Groups
Length: 60 to 90 minutes
Where: TBD
Dates: Oct. 23, Nov. 5th, Nov. 19th
Time: Each focus group will take place from 4pm-5:30pm -
10-22-2013: Open Access Week Events!
Open Access Week is an opportunity for the Loyola community to discuss what is happening in the world of scholarship and research, in particular to explore how scholarly publishing norms are evolving. "Open Access" is defined as "the free, immediate, online access to the results of scholarly research, and the right to use and re-use those results as needed." Open access is transformative in its influence, not just for those of us working in academia, but also for any profession that works with information and disseminates it through publication. Medicine, science, industry, and society as a whole, all are regularly affected by the life cycle of scholarly research. The academic library is a natural place for students and faculty to discuss open access, share concerns, and identify best practices. We invite you to join us for any of the following events, and encourage you to bring your experiences and your questions.
Tuesday, October 22, 4 – 6 p.m. (IC 4th floor)
5th Annual Celebration of Loyola Faculty Scholarship Reception
The annual Celebration of Faculty Scholarship is a showcase for the impressive research and publications of the Loyola faculty. It's also a very nice party! This year will feature faculty work from 2012.
Wednesday, October 23, 1:00 p.m. (Magdziarz Quiet Reading Room, IC Rm. 317)
Copyright & Creators: How to Present, Transform, and Share Your Work, a flash seminar with James Conley
How do you find media content appropriate to use your presentations? How should you attribute work when using others' materials? How can you license your work using a Creative Commons License? Join James, your Media Services Librarian, and find out.
Thursday, October 24, 7 p.m. (IC 4th floor)
RiP!: A Remix Manifesto
Brett Gaylor created this "open source documentary" which includes famous sample musician Girl Talk and the collaborative remix work of hundreds of artists. This exploration of creative sampling is interspersed with philosophical discussion about copyright, creativity and the importance of making your work accessible to the world!
Friday, October 25, 10 a.m. (coffee at 9:30 a.m.) (IC 4th floor)
Writing and Consequence, a talk by William Germano
Bill Germano is Professor of English literature and Dean of the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences at the Cooper Union. His works include Getting It Published: A Guide for Scholars and Anyone Else Serious about Serious Books (2nd ed, 2008) and From Dissertation to Book (2nd ed., 2013), both from the University of Chicago Press. Book signing will be included. RSVP to firstname.lastname@example.com is appreciated.
10-22-2013: Gettin' Iggy With It! November is Ignatian Heritage Month!
Loyola's Ignatian Heritage Month celebration highlights the living legacy of St. Ignatius Loyola [1491-1556], founder of the Society of Jesus [1540] and Patron of Loyola University Chicago. Visit http://www.luc.edu/ihm/ for more information about how to get connected to Ignatian Heritage Month on campus. There's even a photography contest to get your photo skills featured on LUC's homepage!
10-17-2013: C.A.N. Halloween Meet and Greet
Hello RSO Community! Come to the CAN Fall Semester Halloween Meet and Greet where there will be a Cornhole/Bags Tournament and you will have the opportunity to meet fellow RSO members! Location will be in Halas Basketball Courts from 6pm - 9pm. There will be FREE FOOD AND DRINKS! Please RSVP to the event and come and enjoy our first meet and greet for the year!
10-14-2013: Exercise Science Week
Exercise Science Week is October 19-25. See the attached flyer for event details!
10-11-2013: Calling Student Leaders: Volunteer for Student Promise Day!
Who: The Office of Student Conduct and Conflict Resolution is looking for STUDENT LEADERS from all across campus to serve as ambassadors to The Student Promise for fall Student Promise Days!
What: We are seeking engaging student leaders to staff the "I am the Promise" table in one to two hour shifts over the course of the event.
When: "I am the Promise" will take place on Friday November 15th, 2013 from 10 am- 4 pm.
Where: We will be tabling in the atrium of Damen Student Center.
Why: This is an opportunity to connect with other student leaders and make meaning of The Student Promise for yourself, as well as your peers. You will be discussing the Promise as it relates to life at Loyola and beyond. What is The Student Promise? How do we uphold it? What are ways that we can continue to engage with the Promise? Ultimately we will be encouraging our peers to commit this charge- to care for myself, care for others, and care for community.
RSVP: If you or members of you organization are interested in being ambassadors for The Student Promise in this way, please contact Ali Reimel with OSCCR at firstname.lastname@example.com by October 23rd (more information to follow). -
10-10-2013: President's Cabinet approves new University-wide Alcohol and Other Drugs Policy
Cabinet has approved the Loyola University Chicago Alcohol and Other Drugs Policy. With this approval comes a new and clarified set of guidelines for how student organizations can host events that have alcohol as a component. For more information about the policy as a whole, please click here. For more information about what this means for student organizations, please visit SAGA's Student Organization Alcohol Policy and Guidelines page.
10-10-2013: Second SPOT Funding Request Deadline Reminder
Reminder: Second SPOT Funding Request deadline is tomorrow October 11th at 5 pm. For more information on how to place your SPOT Funding Request please click here.
10-09-2013: New Student Organization Registration Deadline
Hello Loyola students,
This is a reminder that our New Organization Registration Deadline is Friday, October 18th, by 5pm! If you or someone you know is interested in submitting a new organization application, please be sure to submit your application by clicking here. For full details on the requirements to submit a completed new student organization application, please visit our SAGA webpage at luc.edu/saga
10-09-2013: RSO Newsletter!
CAN is proud to announce the release of their first monthly newsletter. Each month we will share different resources, upcoming events and deadlines, highlight an RSO or student leader, and a university office or department that has services and opportunities for student organizations. Please click the file below to see this months edition. Please contact email@example.com if you have any ideas or suggestions for future newsletters, or any questions. Thanks!
10-09-2013: Midnight Madness Comes To Loyola October 18
Students, fans can catch a glimpse of Loyola basketball teams and win great prizes
Loyola University Chicago students and basketball fans are invited to celebrate the start of another season of exciting hoops action by attending Midnight Madness at Gentile Arena on the Lake Shore Campus on Friday, October 18. Admission to Midnight Madness is free, and the evening will feature a number of giveaways, including Nike gear and gift cards, free pizza and soft drinks, as well as interaction with the Loyola basketball teams.
Midnight Madness is part of a plethora of activities during Homecoming Weekend at Loyola. To start the night's schedule of events, free pizza and soft drinks will be available for Loyola students at 8 p.m., in the Rockstar Lounge in Gentile Arena.
Other noteworthy activities on tap for the night include: free t-shirts for the first 1,000 students; the random selection of three lucky students to participate in the "Shot for Tuition" contest; performances by the Loyola Spirit Teams; a dunk contest featuring members of the Loyola men's basketball team; a three-point contest for both the Rambler men's and women's teams; and the introduction of both the Loyola men's and women's basketball squads.
10-09-2013: Student Volunteer Opportunities: 10/10 & 10/17
My name is Helen Gerety and I am the Student Services Coordinator for the School of Education's Grant Department at Loyola University. My department, in collaboration with Chicago GEAR UP Alliance, have a wonderful volunteer opportunity for you.
On Oct. 10 & 17 Chicago Public School students are visiting Loyola's Lake Shore Campus. Our department is giving the students a campus tour and leading some fun college readiness activities. However, what always makes the visit so rewarding for the visiting students is our student panel. Current Loyola students discuss their college experience, how to apply to college and their college courses. Many of our visiting students may not know anyone who attended college and to have the opportunity to ask questions and hear straight from students how transformative an experience college can be really leaves a impression. The student panel will last only 30 minutes, 11:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m., so if you are available and interested in and sharing your college experience with eager students please send me an email as soon as possible.
If you are not available any of the dates listed above PLEASE pass this great volunteer opportunity along to your friends and if you have any questions please feel free to contact me. I am available either via email at email@example.com or by phone at 773-508-8042.
Thank you in advance for helping to make these students' visit worthwhile! -
10-02-2013: Attention Orgs! Important update to ((dop)) Masquerade Ball.
Hello Orgs!
On behalf of the entire ((dop)) we would like to update you all one of the changes that have been made to the Masquerade Ball being hosted on October 31st from 8pm-12am in the entirety of Damen Student Center. Previously we were planning to cater to 700 people and were asking for organizations to cater to at least 400. With that being said, we are now planning the event for a range of 300 to 500 students and allowing you to cater to as many students as you wish in terms of providing samples of food or mocktails. This change might give an organization that had wished to participate the opportunity to now do so.
Along with this change, we are inviting organizations to be included in advertisement in exchange for general attendance with no obligation to serve food/beverage. Your organization will receive special thanks on advertisements. However, if you confirm that your group will participate in providing food/beverages, your organization's name will be included as a co-sponsorship in advertisements around campus. We believe that if we all work together we can bring a larger amount of attendance to the event.
We hope you join us for a night of fun!
Please contact us via email if your organization is interested in any way at firstname.lastname@example.com
10-01-2013: Attention Orgs! Join ((dop)) for the 6th Annual Trick-Or-Treat!
Hello Orgs!
((dop)) would like to invite you to the 6th annual Trick-Or-Treat in Dumbach. For those of you who might not have participated in the event before, Trick-Or-Treat in Dumbach is an event that allows organizations on campus to decorate a door in Dumbach with whatever kind of theme they want and hand out bags of candy to kids in the surrounding areas.
There are 32 doors in Dumbach meaning there are 32 orgs that can participate, so it'll be first come first serve.
Here are the facts:
- Event date is October 27th
- Orgs must be in Dumbach at 12pm
- Event runs from 1pm-4pm
- There are 32 doors available
- Getting a door is first come first serve
- You must provide your own candy (If you do not have the funds but your organization is still interested in participating please let us know and we can work around that!)
- You must provide your own decorations
- You can dress up if you want to, but it isn't requiredThis is a great way for your organization to have direct involvement with our larger community and collaborate with other organizations on campus!
If you would like to participate please email me at firstname.lastname@example.com to let me know. Also, if you have any further questions don't hesitate to email me.
Calley Oresick
((dop)) Special Events Director
Loyola University Chicago
09-27-2013: SAGA on social media: Get connected for prizes!
SAGA has added Instagram to its growing list of social media connections. See our perspective on things via Instagram (LoyolaSAGA)! Make sure to Like us on Facebook (facebook.com/LoyolaSAGA) and follow us on Twitter (@LoyolaSAGA), too. SAGA will host various contests and prize opportunities via social media throughout the school year, so get connected today!
09-26-2013: Questions about SAF funding? There's an Open House for that!
The Allocations Committee will be hosting 2 Open House sessions in anticipation of the October 11 SPOT2 funding deadline. Committee members will be on hand to answer questions, make suggestions, and help you better understand the SAF funding process. Bring specific questions, or just come for an individualized or small group overview.
What: Allocations Committee Open House
Where: Damen Student Center, Room 212
When: 10/2, 5-7pm & 10/3, 6:30-8:30pm
09-24-2013: RSO 101 Workshop!
Hello students,
Today, September 24th at 5pm SAGA will host its first RSO workshop for the academic year titled: RSO 101: The Rules to the Game! If your organization wants to learn how to start this year off right, this workshop is for YOU! The topics that we will cover will include: Orgsync management, Organaization mission/purpose revision, effective goal setting, and MUCH MORE! The location will be LSB 312 @ 5pm. See you there!!!
09-20-2013: Ignatian Family Teach-In for Justice
Ignatian Family Teach-In for Justice
Apply by: October 1
Event Date: November 16-18
Learn. Pray. Advocate. Join fellow Loyolans in Washington D.C. for a weekend of social justice education and advocacy on Capitol Hill. The Ignatian Family Teach-In for Justice is an annual gathering for members of the Ignatian family (Jesuit high schools, universities and churches) to come together in the context of social justice and solidarity to learn, reflect, pray, network, and advocate together. It is a place where people are empowered, re-energized, inspired, challenged, and supported by a community that sees faith and justice integrally linked. Monday of the Teach-In is advocacy Day where we will be meeting with elected officials to lobby for comprehensive immigration reform and increasing the minimum wage to a living wage. Come learn, pray and advocate with fellow Loyola students and the Ignatian family.
Co-sponsored by Community Service & Action and Campus Ministry.
Contact Community Service & Action (email@example.com) with questions.
09-20-2013: Post- Graduate Volunteer Fair
Post-Graduate Volunteer Fair
Thursday, September 26
Damen Student Center MPR South (2nd Floor)
Loyola students, come meet with representatives from 30 organizations offering full-time service opportunities for students after they graduate. International or domestic. Government or faith-based. Community living or independent. All of these options and more!
Not sure how to prepare for the fair? Check out this prezi to start your thinking: http://prezi.com/-12zjtyet-f6/post-graduate-volunteer-discernment/.
For more information, contact Community Service and Action (firstname.lastname@example.com) or visit http://luc.edu/serve/communityservice/postgrad/.
09-12-2013: Soledad O'Brien addresses Loyola University Chicago, 9/18
Soledad O'Brien, an award-winning journalist, documentarian, news anchor, producer, and philanthropist, will visit Loyola University Chicago on September 18 to kick off the Maroon & Gold Society's 2013 lecture series. Come take part in this historic opportunity on campus!
09-11-2013: Chicago AIDS Run/Walk
Mark your calendars for one of Loyola's longest standing traditions…join Team Loyola in the annual Chicago AIDS Run/Walk, Saturday, September 28. This is a great opportunity for your organization to kick off the new school year and support a great cause.
Registration for Team Loyola closes Wednesday, September 18! Visit http://www.luc.edu/aidswalk/ for all the details, including a special Loyola student discount code!
The AIDS Run does fall over Family Weekend this year. Family members are welcome to join Team Loyola, though they do not qualify for the student discount.
Contact Community Service and Action with any questions, firstname.lastname@example.com.
09-10-2013: DSC Spring 2014 Room Reservations begin 9/14
Room reservations for the Damen Student Center (Spring 2014 semester) will be available via 25Live beginning Monday, September 16. There is a 2-week window of priority for student organizations, and reservations become available to the greater campus community on Monday, September 30.
09-04-2013: Important Contracting Update!
Hello, all,
As part of the contracting process, the Division of Student Development will now require that a Certificate of Insurance be submitted on behalf of the paid vendor any time a contract is submitted as part of a student organization activity or event. The vendor can obtain this document from their insurance provider. Please know that this may increase the time it takes for your organization to collect all necessary contract documents; please plan accordingly to meet the 4 week deadline on all contracts! It is the student organization's responsibility to obtain and submit the vendor's certificate of insurance.
Paid contracts should be submitted via the OrgSync payment request associated with the payment, minimum 4 weeks prior to event date.
Unpaid contracts should be submitted to firstname.lastname@example.com, minimum 4 weeks prior to event date.
The following items need to be submitted, minimum 4 weeks prior to the event date, in order to constitute a "complete" contract submission:
- Vendor W-9
- Vendor Certificate of Insurance
- [Vendor Contract* accompanied by LUC Contract Rider*] ...OR... [LUC Performance/Event Agreement*]
* Must be signed by vendor
Please contact Student Activities & Greek Affairs (firstname.lastname@example.com) if you have any questions!
- Brian
08-29-2013: Revenue Fund Update
Hello and Welcome Back!
Over the summer, the SAGA office conducted extensive budget reconciliation of all student organization revenue accounts. There were many inconsistencies that occurred throughout the academic year and we have since corrected those. Some of you may notice a "Corrective Entry" in your revenue account. These entries reflect accounting errors uncovered in our work. All revenue accounts now have an accurate & up to date picture of organizations' budgets. If you have any questions regarding this process, please contact the SAGA office.
08-26-2013: Make Up Treasury Training
Hello student organization leaders,
Make-up treasury training sessions has been scheduled to take place during the following dates and times:
9/3/2013: 3-5pm. Location: LSB 312
9/4/2013: 11-1pm. Location: LSB 312
9/26/2013: 3-5pm. Location: Grenada Center West Conference Room, 219
Attendance to one of the scheduled treasury training sessions is MANDATORY for all Registered Student Organizations who were unable to attend treasury training during Spring 2013. It is highly encouraged for ANY student organization who would like a refresher on treasurer policy for university funded events to attend as well. If you have any questions, please email firstname.lastname@example.com for further details.
yours truly,
Joshua Metayer - SAGA Coordinator
08-23-2013: New SAGA Coordinator
Hello students and colleagues, my name is Joshua Metayer and I wanted to take the time out to formally introduce myself to the Loyola Community as the newest member of the office of Student Activities and Greek Affairs (SAGA). As the Coordinator for Registered Student Organizations for Development, I am responsible for the leadership development of student organizations, advisor outreach and development, and recognition programs. As I transition into this position, I hope to engage with each and every one of you as we embark on the fantastic academic year ahead of us. If you have any questions for me, please feel free to email me at firstname.lastname@example.com. Thank you and GO RAMBLERS!
07-26-2013: SAGA Student Assistant Job Opening!
Do you need a job? Student Activities & Greek Affairs is looking for enthusiastic students, familiar with OrgSync and the RSO Handbook, to fulfill our student assistant positions during the 2014-2015 academic year. For more information contact Brandon Matulka, email@example.com or apply through Rambler Link. Federal Work Study approval is required for employment. To search for the position through Ramblerlink use the keyword: Student Assistant.
Student Activities & Greek Affairs
07-15-2013: Move-in Volunteers Needed!
The Department of Residence Life is offering students an opportunity to sign-up to serve as a move-in volunter in August. Volunteering will give you the opportunity to meet first-year and transfer students and welcome them to Loyola. It's a great way to begin making connections and get them excited about being a Rambler!
For student leaders, this is also a great way to get the word out about your student organization students and getting involved on campus. The additional benefit to you, if you choose to be a move-in volunteer, is that you will move in and get settled a week before classes begin! Move-in volunteers move-in on August 19th as opposed to the 24th or 25th. If you wish to volunteer, please sign up using the following link: http://tinyurl.com/moveinvolunteer2013.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Melissa Bagdon at firstname.lastname@example.com.
07-15-2013: Thank you and Farewell, Loyola
Dear Loyola Community, Over the last four years I have had the privilege of working mainly with our Sorority & Fraternity community, but also with many of our RSOs. In that time there have been some amazing transformations to the University and Student Activities. I wish I could personally thank each of you for making my time at Loyola a truly memorable experience. However, I have accepted a new position with Emory University and my final day at Loyola is Friday, July 26.
During the transition the SAGA team is here to support you in anyway possible. Direct any question or concerns to email@example.com or 773.508.8850. You can also stop by our Suite in the Damen Student Center at any time. I wish you all the best in the coming academic year.
Thank you, Adrienne Jaroch -
07-09-2013: Student Org Registration Renewal deadline approaching!
Reminder: July 31 is the deadline to renew your organization's OrgSync registration! This is an annual requirement for any organization (RSO and SSO) that wants to be active in the 2013-2014 school year. Should your organization renew registration after the July 31 deadline, you will not be eligible for Start Up funding or participation in the Fall Organization Fair.
04-30-2013: Fall CAN Meeting Dates!
In an attempt to generate better attendance, and allow organizations to select one consistent representative, the Campus Activities Network executive board is pleased to announce the dates and times for the fall meetings. Meetings will be at Thursdays at 5:00pm on the following dates:
September 12 - Damen Student Center MPR North
October 17- Damen Student Center MPR SouthNovember 14- Rambler Room
As these meetings are mandatory, please make arrangements early to have a representative at each meeting for the entire time (meetings run on average 90 minutes).
Thank you and have a great summer!
04-10-2013: Welcome Week Leader Application
The Welcome Week Leader application deadline has been extended to THIS FRIDAY at 5pm. If you are interested in being a Welcome Week Leader, please follow this link:
12-04-2012: Message To Student Organizations!!!
Dear student organizations,
I have had the privilege to work with your student organizations over the past three years. There have been a number of successful, creative programs led by student organizations. I would like to take this time to thank you for the time and energy that you have given to make Loyola's campuses vibrant. With that said, this will be my last semester at Loyola University Chicago. My last day at the University will be Friday, December 7.
In my absence, the SAGA staff will continue to support student organizations. Any questions or concerns should be addressed to email@example.com. You can also stop into the SAGA office to schedule an appointment with a SAGA staff member.
I wish all of you continued success with your organizations and academics. Thank you for the wonderful experience.
Happy Holidays!
Sincerely,Jyrell Keys
11-28-2012: Student Reimbursement Due!!!
All student reimbursements for fall 2012 programs must be submitted via Orgsync by Friday, December 7, 2012 at 5:00 PM. All reimbursements must include itemized receipts. Please submit reimbursement forms for SAF funded programs through the Orgsync treasury module or submit reimbursements for 2510 revenue funded programs through the Forms section. Failure to submit reimbursement forms with receipts will result in forfeiture of funds.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact email@example.com.
11-21-2012: Semester Budget Request Update!
Dear Loyola Registered Student Organizations,
Due to the large number of semester budget requests that were submitted for the Allocations Committee to consider fo rfunding, decisions will be postponed until next Wednesday, November 28, 2012. I apologize for any inconveniences that may arise from this postponement, but the Allocations Committee will be using the time to make the best and most informed decisions on all funding requests. Appeals, as a result, will not be heard until the first Unified Student Government Association senate meeting of the Spring semester on January 15, 2013. Any appeals still need to be filed within five business days after the official Allocations Committee decisions are posted.
I wish you a happy holiday and restful break and thank you for your patience.
Blake Baiers
Chair of the Allocations Committee
11-16-2012: SAGA Office Closing
The SAGA office will be CLOSED from MONDAY, NOV 19th to FRIDAY, NOV 23rd in accordance with the Thanksgiving holiday. The office will REOPEN on MONDAY, NOV 26 during normal business hours.
Any immediate questions during the holiday should instead be directed to Student Development at 773.508.8840
Thank you!
11-08-2012: CFSU Lobby Policy Change
Effective since October 2012, the Centennial Forum Student Union (CFSU) Main Lobby area will no longer be available for programming use by the Loyola University Chicago campus community. As of October 2012, the only programs that may be housed in the CFSU Main Lobby will be programs sponsored by the Department of Student Centers.
Due to safety concerns, the Division of Student Development, in conjunction with the Department of Student Centers, has found the lobby unfit to hold larger campus events. To avoid being subjective as to which events were considered large/not large, we have agreed to remove the space from the Campus Reservations on-line web-viewer.
Any groups that have questions about this policy can contact Bryan Goodwin, Director of Student Centers, at firstname.lastname@example.com.
11-08-2012: Organization SBR Review Session!
Need help with your SBR? Not sure what to submit?
In order to better support registered student organizations, SAGA and the Allocations Committee has scheduled SBR Review Sessions. The SBR Review Sessions will be Thursday, November 8 from 5 PM until 8 PM in Regis MPR and Saturday, November 10 from 12 PM until 5 PM in the Hayes Conference Room (CFSU LL 42). The Allocations Committee will review your organization proposal and make recommendations to strengthen it for the best outcome.
We hope to see you there!
10-25-2012: Semester Budget Requests Due!!!
Semester Budget Requests are requested to cover organizations' fall and spring semester events and programs. The Semester Budget Request process occurs each spring and fall semester for activities that are planned for the following semester (e.g. fall 2012 semester requests are for programs that happen in spring 2013).
Semester Budget Requests are due Monday, November 12 at 8:00 am. Please submit all funding requests via Orgsync Treasury module with supporting documentation for your request(s). As with any funding request, late submissions will not be accepted. After turning in the semester budget request, the organization representative will be assigned a time to present the organization budget to the Allocations Committee at a budget hearing.
Please note: Budget hearings are optional.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Jyrell Keys at firstname.lastname@example.com.
10-11-2012: 5th Annual Community Trick-or-Treat
The ((dop)) will be hosting the 5th Annual Community Trick-or-Treat on Sunday, October 28, 2012 in Dumbach Hall. There are 30 doors available in Dumbach Hall. (RSOs/SSOs may only register for one door each). Check-in for students/staff will be at 12:00pm to give enough time for decorating your door, with the first trick-or-treaters expected to arrive at ~1:00pm and the event ending by 4:00pm. Although candy will be provided by the ((dop)), we ask groups to supplement with some candy as well.
Children and families of Loyola staff, friends, and neighbors will be invited to this safe trick-or-treating opportunity. A panel of Loyola staff judges will also choose their top 3 decorated doors for great prizes; 1st-place will receive $100 for your organization, 2nd-$50 for your organization, 3rd- $25 for your organization.
Door submissions should be in by October 22nd, 2012. Please submit forms via Orgsync Forms section.
For any questions, please email: firstname.lastname@example.com
10-09-2012: SPOT Funding Requests Due!!!
The final SPOT funding opportunity for the fall 2012 semester is Sunday, October 14. Funding request applications are due Sunday, October 14 at 11:59 PM. Please submit funding requests via Orgsync Treasury module. A maximum of two (2) funding requests can be submitted.
In order to better support registered student organizations, SAGA and the Allocations Committee has dedicated Thursday, October 11 from 5 PM until 8 PM (Bremner Lounge) to assist with budget request applications.
We hope to see you there! -
10-09-2012: Loyola Student Organization Catering Menu
Hosting a campus meeting? Let LUC Dining cater to your student group gathering!
The Student Org Catering Menu features everything from coffee and pastries, to lunch on-the-go, to large party trays - all at a student-friendly price. Keep it on campus next time you need to cater for your meeting or event. Orders can be placed Monday through Friday and pick-ups can be arranged 7 days a week.
Visit the Orgsync Files section to view the full menu of student favorites, or call 773-508-6035 for assistance.
09-25-2012: Attention Seniors!
Be a voice for your senior class! Applications for the Class of 2013 Senior Initiatives planning committee are now available.
The Senior Initiatives Committee will serve as the voice of the Senior Class, help generate ideas for SENIOR SEND OFF events, and be a part of the Senior Class gift selection, just to name a few things.
Senior Initiatives are sponsored by Student Activities & Greek Affairs, Alumni Relations, Annual Giving, Career Development, Retreats, Special Events, & Student Development.Although there will be work involved, committee members will have the chance to leave their mark on the Class of 2013's Senior Year. All Graduating Seniors in the Class of 2013 are eligible to apply. You must be available for a meeting on the second Thursday of each month from 3:30-5:00pm.
Please complete applications by Friday, September 28, 2012 at 5:00pm and send all questions to Adrienne Jaroch at firstname.lastname@example.com.
09-19-2012: CAN Executive Board Applications REMINDER!
Just a reminder that the CAN Executive Board Applications are due this FRIDAY!
You or members of your organization can apply by clicking this link
https://orgsync.com/10580/forms/56489 (also try copying and pasting this link into your web browser)
Joining the CAN Executive Board not only puts your organization in direct contact with SAGA and USGA, it also allows for your organization to support the other organization in your category. If your organization is looking to maximize your exposure, a great way to get your name out there is to join the CAN Executive Board.
It is a win for both your organizations and the entire RSO Community. -
09-13-2012: Student Organization Conduct Board Applications Now Available!
Student Activities & Greek Affairs are looking to fill two separate conduct boards for student organizations. As discussed at CAN, each conduct board will be responsible for reviewing and hearing conduct cases related to RSO policy violations.
One conduct board will oversee the social sororities and fraternities and the other board will hear all other RSO policy violations.
This is a great opportunity to give back to your RSO or Greek community. It is also a great way to help SAGA create a strong supportive environment for our student organizations.
If you are interested in the Greek Conduct Board apply here.
If you are interested in the RSO Conduct Board apply here.Both applications are due on Friday, Sept. 28 at 5pm.
Greek Conduct Board questions can be directed to Adrienne Jaroch email@example.com
RSO Conduct Board questions can be directed to Catlin Wojtkowski firstname.lastname@example.com
Students may apply for both positions if they meet the requirements spelled out in the application. You may only serve on one of the two conduct boards. -
09-13-2012: CAN Executive Board Applications Now Available!
The Campus Activity Network is looking for new executive board members. Do you want to help shape the CAN meeting agendas? Do you think you can be the voice for your RSO category? Instead of reading these questions do you want to start providing RSOs with answers?
If you answered yes to any of those questions apply to be on the CAN Executive Board. Applications can be filled out by following this link and are due on Friday, Sept. 21 at 5pm.If you have any questions contact Emily Callahan - email@example.com or Tom Serena email@example.com
Social Sororities and Fraternities will select a representative through a joint effort between the three governing councils.
09-12-2012: SPOT Funding Requests Due!!!
If your registered student organization is interested in requesting Student Activity Funds, the first SPOT funding opportunity deadline is approaching. All funding requests are due Sunday, September 16. Please submit funding requests via Orgsync Treasury module. A maximum of two (2) funding requests can be submitted.
Visit http://www.luc.edu/media/lucedu/saga/pdfs/Orgsync%20Budget%20Request.pdf for details on how to submit your funding request.
If you have any questions, please contact Jyrell Keys at firstname.lastname@example.com.
Be a part of Loyola's Inaugural HOMECOMING Golf Cart PARADE! Yep, you heard right, our very own parade around the Lakeshore Campus. We just wanted to let you know that there are many ways to get your organization involved in this momentous event! As an organization, you can fill out an application to create a golf cart float for the parade, walk, or even perform in the parade!
Just fill out this link to get your Homecoming Parade Application started https://orgsync.com/10580/forms/53264
Members of your organization can also show off their skills by submitting a design for the HOMECOMING T-SHIRT. Just submit any designs to firstname.lastname@example.com. Please see the attached document for guidelines and to get started!!
All applications and designs are due by 5:00pm on September 17th! This is definitely an event that you don't want to miss out on!
Be sure to like LUC Homecoming on Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/LucHomecoming) and utilize #HomeAtLUC on Twitter!! Looking forward to seeing your designs and applications Please let us know if you have any questions!
Go Ramblers!
LUC Homecoming Parade Committee
When: Wednesday, September 5, 2012 @ 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Where: Gentile Center, LSC
Hosted jointly by the Career Development Center, the Center for Experiential Learning, and Community Service and Action, this fair will give Loyola students of all grade levels and majors an opportunity to explore a variety of opportunities both on and off campus. We will host a wide variety of organizations from the non-profit and for-profit sectors. Employers attending this event will find students seeking:
Service-Learning and Community Volunteer Opportunities
Paid Part-Time Employment
Internship and Full-Time Opportunities
On-Campus and Community-Based Federal Work Study (FWS) Student Employment
Students should bring plenty of copies of their resume and dress professionally.
For a list of registered employers see: https://luc-csm.symplicity.com/events/students.php?mode=list&cf=12JISF
08-27-2012: T.J. Sullivan @ August CAN Meeting
The August CAN Meeting will be on Tuesday, Aug. 28 @ 8pm in Mundelein Auditorium. RSOs are required to send at least one representative to every CAN Meeting. Given the topic and guest speaker T.J. Sullivan we encourage you to send not only your CAN Representative but also your President/Vice President. If you have any questions contact firstname.lastname@example.com
Below is a description of the presentation and the presenter.Are you ready for a leadership keynote that challenges your students to make some big changes? How about something that inspires AND gives real actionable steps to move things in the right direction? How can they get your fellow students engaged? How can you get your officers motivated? How can you get people to give a damn? How can we get people to events? How can we get them to run for office, and step up more? Unfortunately, too many student leaders get frustrated by the apathy they perceive in their fellow members. They then respond to the supposed apathy challenge with fines, mandatory attendance requirements and negativity. Ultimately, these student leaders hit a wall, alienate their members and suffer from frustration and burnout. There is a better way.
Members disengage and cause drama because they don't feel connected to their organizations? Would you open your mind to the possibility that there are ways to motivate your group's members that don't require making every event mandatory? T.J. offers student leaders a keynote that focuses on practical ideas—evaluating their events, changing their approach to meetings and redirecting their management of their people—attacking apathy head on. It's about shaking things up, with an eye to re-igniting a sense of "connection" within organizations. Student leaders have the power to eliminate apathy if they take specific steps to make their organizations more responsive to the realities of their members. Sometimes, that means small changes, and other times it means a whole new approach to their student organization. Why do you meet when you do? Are you expecting every member to be engaged at the same level? What about making events more meaningful.
T.J. has been working with student organizations for more than two decades, and he uses his trademark humor and problem-solving style to energize student leaders who feel overwhelmed. This keynote is perfect for student activities leadership events, presidents' retreats, fraternity/sorority life, or any other programming opportunity where students are searching for practical answers. They will walk away with ideas they can implement immediately.
08-08-2012: Homecoming Golf-Cart Parade - Rebuilding Rambler Pride
This is your Student Organization's chance to be a part of a resurrected Homecoming Parade tradition!
Loyola University Chicago will be hosting its very first Homecoming Golf-Cart Parade on Saturday, October 13 at 12:00pm as part of Homecoming Weekend 2012. The Parade Planning Team (composed of 4 students and 1 staff advisor) is looking for students and student organizations to be a part of the parade (in addition to some parade-themed participants).
Application Deadline is Monday, September 17, 2012 by 5:00pm
Only University-Recognized Registered Student Organizations or Sponsored Student Organizations are able to apply for a float or walking privileges in the parade. We encourage similar groups to partner together for the parade as there are a limited number of golf cart floats (24) available. Get ready to show YOUR Rambler Pride!!
Selected organizations will receive a spirit bag to get them started decorating 1 of 24 golf carts.
Application Link - https://orgsync.com/10580/forms/53264
07-30-2012: Orgsync Single Sign-on Back Online
Good morning,
As you may have been aware, Orgsync's single sign-on function had been experiencing technical problems that caused many Orgsync users to lose access to organization portals as well as administrator access. We are pleased to let you know that the issue has been resolved. If you were in the process of re-registering your organization, you can now complete the process. We apologize for the inconvenience this may have caused. As a result of the technical issues, the re-registration deadline will be extended to Sunday, August 5.
If you have any questions, please contact Jyrell Keys at firstname.lastname@example.com.
07-25-2012: Orgsync Single Sign-on Down
Hello all,
We are currently experiencing some technical difficulties with Orgsync's single sign-on function. Due to an Orgsync and IT issue, many Orgsync users have lost access to organization portals and administrator access. We are working to get the issue resolved. If you were in the process of re-registering your organization, you will not be able to do so at this time. We apologize for the inconvenience. Once single sign-on is operational, you will be able to re-register and/or update information as well as view submitted forms. As a result of the technical issues, the re-registration deadline will be extended.
If you have any questions, please contact Jyrell Keys at email@example.com.
06-13-2012: Applications for Student Reps on the Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees is the governing body of Loyola University Chicago and holds responsibility for the financial, physical, and social assets of the University. The Board must plan for the future and current success of students, faculty, staff and alumni. The Board of Trustees is the university's legal owner and one of the final authorities on issues of governance. It consists of 12 sub-committees, 8 of which hold student representatives.
This application is intended for those students interested in serving as representatives for the 2012-2013 academic year: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/viewform?pli=1&formkey=dDBHWUlzSjd5MlBzcVBrR3ZKeVU0SkE6MQ#gid=0. All applications are due the June 20, 2012.
If you have any questions, please contact Sarah McDowell at email@example.com or USGA at email@example.com.
05-22-2012: Fall Student Org Fair Registration Now Open!!!
Please register for the Org Fair via Orgsync. Go to Forms>Fall 2012 Org Fair Registration>Fill Out. By registering for the Org Fair, each student organization, is willing to comply with the Organization Fair Policies (Files>Org Fair Policies).
The LUC Fall Student Organization Fair will be held on Wednesday, August 29, 2012 in Gentile Arena from 1-4 PM. Your organization will be notified of your status via email no later than Monday, August 27, 2012.
If you have any questions, please contact Student Activities & Greek Affairs at firstname.lastname@example.com or 773.508.8850.
04-25-2012: RSO Summer Check List
The CAN Board has put together a summer check list for RSOs. To use the check list please follow this link http://tinyurl.com/7mnmlsb.
04-24-2012: Student Reimbursements Due Friday, April 27!!!
Student reimbursements forms for all SAF funded events, including start-up funding, must be submitted via Orgsync by 5:00 PM on Friday, April 27. If you are unable to upload itemized receipts to Orgsync, please hand-deliver the receipts to the SAGA office. Failure to submit reimbursement forms along with itemized receipts will result in forfeiture of funds.
If you have any questions, please contact Student Activities & Greek Affairs at firstname.lastname@example.com or 773-508-8850.
04-20-2012: New Social Justice Web Portal
In seeking to identify and advance social justice for all members of our university community, we have launched a social justice web portal. Its purpose is to be a resource on social justice research, curricular opportunities, and co-curricular programs. It will also serve to advance social justice by providing resources, such as philosophical writings, recent news stories, and a blog.
Check out the site: http://blogs.luc.edu/socialjustice/.
We hope this web portal becomes a significant and useful tool for the Loyola community and beyond. We really appreciate your help in accomplishing this!
Thank you!
Social Justice at Loyola
Office of the Provost -
04-15-2012: Organization Annual Re-registration
Registered Student Organization (RSO) annual re-registration is open from Monday, April 16 until Tuesday, July 31. To re-register log into Orgsync and go to your organization portal. Go to Settings>Profile and complete the online form. All RSOs must meet a minimum requirement of at least 5 LUC students. It is also important that you review your organization constitution. Please consult with your faculty/staff advisor before you complete your re-registration. Incomplete re-registration forms will not be accepted.
Please be sure to re-register before the deadline. Failure to do so will result in forfeiture of your organization's ability to participate in the fall Org Fair, loss of up to $200 in start-up funding for the academic year, ability to reserve campus space, additionally your organization account will be frozen.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us at 773-508-8850 or email@example.com.
04-13-2012: Single Sign on Coming April 16!!!
As an OrgSync user, you have previously been using a login ID and password unrelated to your university credentials. In an effort to streamline login procedures across campus platforms and to reduce the amount of username and password combinations you are forced to remember, we are switching to authenticated logins for the OrgSync platform.
What does this mean for you?
Essentially it means Loyola ID will be the one you use to log in to OrgSync starting on April 16, 2012. This will allow us to make sure our OrgSync community remains open to only those with Loyola University Chicago credentials.What do you have to do?
If you used your Loyola email address, you will not need to do anything. However, if you used an email address other than your Loyola email address, we have not been able to connect your current OrgSync information to a university account. You will have to manually merge your account after the authentication date passes. You can do so by following these simple directions:
1. Log into the current account that you use/want to keep
2. Go to > Manage Account.
3. Click Import from Another Account
4. Enter the username and password for the account that you want to merge.
Note: This will permanently delete the account that is being merged but will pull your organization information.Moving forward, OrgSync will not be able to provide password support as this information is not released to them. You will need to follow the instructions previously mentioned anytime you need help regarding your password. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions or concerns about the move to authenticated logins for the OrgSync platform.
Thank you,
Student Activities & Greek Affairs -
04-11-2012: Lama Ngawang's Sand Mandala Construction April 11th –April 17th
In anticipation of the Dalai Lama's visit on April 26th, Loyola and the Tibet Center of Chicago are proud to welcome Lama Ngawang Chojor to campus. Beginning at 10am on Wednesday April 11th in Norville Athletics Center, room 114 (south east corner), the Lama will do something both quite simple and profound. He will carry on the great Tibetan Buddhist tradition of constructing a sand mandala, as a spiritual and artistic medium of meditation aimed at the promotion of enlightenment and compassion. This particular and very beautiful mandala has a special tie to His Holiness the Dalai Lama. It is the Mandala of Avalokiteshvara, the Buddha of Compassion.
The mandala construction will begin at 10am on Wednesday April 11th and proceed through Friday April 13th and pick up again on Monday April 16th and come to completion in the afternoon of Tuesday April 17th. The room will be open for viewing from 10am-noon and from 1-4pm each day. Do stop by for a short or a longer visit--it's easy to do.
The mandala will be available for viewing also after its construction until His Holiness visits on April 26th. After His Holiness sees it, Lama Ngawang will lead a moving ceremony in which he will sweep the sand into an urn and proceed to a nearby beach, to pour the sand into the Lake. All is impermanent.
Please visit this wonderful Tibetan artistic and spiritual practice. You will be intrigued, then amazed, then deeply moved. Lama Ngawang last made mandalas in Chicago in 1999 both at Loyola and at Chicago's Field Museum. He has also made them in New York and many other locations. Come watch a master at work.
Mandala Construction:
Where: Norville Athletics Center just west of Dumbach Hall, room 114 (press room).
What Days: April 11, 12, 13, 16, 17
During what times: 10am-noon and 1-4pm -
Dear Loyola Students,
Loyola University Chicago values excellence in teaching as central to our mission. In recognition of this important part of our mission, the Office of the Provost would like to formally recognize exceptional faculty who demonstrate excellence in teaching 100-level classes to freshmen. We invite you to nominate a faculty member who went above and beyond your expectations during your freshman year.
Use the following link to nominate a faculty member you feel deserves recognition: https://www.snapsurveys.com/swh/surveylogin.asp?k=133174668313. We hope you will take some time and consider the faculty member who have made a difference by helping and guiding you through your freshman year. The awards committee may use your comments about the faculty member during the awards process; all surveys will be anonymous.
Please submit your nominations by Wednesday, April 18th.
Office of the Provost
03-28-2012: Loyola Companions Applications Now Being Accepted
Loyola Companions are peer ministers whose mission is to build community on our campus through leadership in faith and service in a variety of opportunities: welcoming new students, offering hospitality, leading weekly community service, immersion trips, retreats, supporting Ministry programs, reflecting and praying together, and having fun while making new friends.
Apply today! Visit http://luc.edu/ministry/Loyola_Companions.shtml for more information.
03-23-2012: Semester Budget Request Hearing Schedule Now Available
The Semester Budget Request Hearing Schedule is now available via Orgsync. Go to Files>Semester Budget Request Hearing Schedule.
03-21-2012: Deadline for Semester Budget Request Extended!!!
Good afternoon,
Due to internet interruption on the Lake Shore Campus, Registered Student Organizations were not able to complete and submit Semester Budget Requests. Because of the interruption the budget request deadline has been extended to Wednesday, March 21 at 11:59 PM. Please be sure to upload all supporting documentation. Semester Budget Request forms can be found on Orgsync by going to Forms>Semester Budget Requests for Fall 2012>Fill Out.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact email@example.com.
Thank you
Student Activities & Greek Affairs
03-19-2012: Deadline for Semester Budget Request Approaching!!!
Semester Budget Requests for fall 2012 must be submitted via Orgsync by Wednesday, March 21 at 5 pm. Go to Orgsync.com and go to Forms>Semester Budget Requests.
Semester Budget Requests hearings are scheduled for:
Saturday, March 24
9 am - 5 pmSunday, March 25 (if necessary)
9 am - 5 pmIf you have any questions, please contact Student Activities & Greek Affairs at 773.508.8850 or email@example.com.
03-19-2012: Wolf & Kettle Day!!!
On March 21, 2012 Loyola will celebrate the second annual Wolf and Kettle Day. This symbolic day represents the point in the academic year when tuition runs out and support from generous donors begins. Tuition at Loyola only covers 74% of what it costs to educate one student for an entire year; the other 26% is made possible through the support of our generous donors. The day was created to not only educate students about the legend of the Wolf and Kettle but also to celebrate generosity!
This year's event will feature the unveiling of Los Lobos de Loyola. Join us at 3:45 PM between Dumbach and Cudahy Halls
03-06-2012: Student Activity Fund Reform
The current funding request system creates challenges which prevents the Allocations Committee from efficiently and effectively allocating funds to our Registered Student Organizations (RSOs). During the 2011-12 academic year 81% of the SAF was allocated in the during the Annual Budget Request (ABR) process in Spring of 2011. This caused the SAF to be over-committed in the fiscal year. Approximately $30,000 of allocated funds were swept back into the SAF after not being used by Registered Student Organizations in the fall semester of 2011. This inhibited the capabilities for the allocation of funds for programming during the academic year. With the ABR system it has become difficult for the Allocations Commitee to support programming for RSOs and provide effective counsel for preparing funding request.
A proposed system of semester budegt requests and spot funding request more effectively and efficiently allows the Allocations Committee to allocate the SAF to RSOs by bringing the funding request dates closer to the actual event dates. This will allow RSOs to prepare fully supported funding requests and execute more successful program and events. With less time attributed to reviewing requests and hearings, the Allocations Committee will be able to take an active role in outreaching to RSOs to assist in the preparation of funding request.
Allocation Authority
The Allocations Committee of the Unified Student Government Association will be the appropriator of the Student Activity Fund (SAF). Eligible Registered Student Organizations, as determined by Student Activities & Greek Affairs (SAGA), may request funding from the Student Activity Fund through Semester Budget Requests and Spot Funding Requests. All funding must conform to University policy to be eligible for allocation.
SAF Allocations Hearings
The Allocations Committee will hear semester funding requests and spot funding requests on dates determined by SAGA in collaboration with the Allocations Committee (dates determined by academic calendar). The Allocations Committee will hold hearings each semester for semester budget requests and twice in each semester for spot funding requests.
Spot Funding Requests
Spot Funding Requests are requests for SAF funding for programs. Spot Funding Requests will occur twice in each semester. RSOs may submit two spot funding requests per hearing.
Semester Budgets
Semester budgets are requests to provide SAF funding for an organization's semester programs. The Semester Budget Requests process occurs each spring and fall semester in which requests are made for the following semester.
Budget Transfers
Budget transfers may only be used to transfer allocated funds from one category classification to another category classification within an approved program. Requests exceeding $1000, or fundamentally altering the premise of the budget proposal, must be approved by the Allocations Committee.
RSOs may file an appeal of the Allocations Committee ruling on their funding request(s). The appealing organization must submit a petition within 5 business days of the decision to SAGA and the USGA Chief Financial Officer (CFO). This petition must include reasons for the appeal, any pertinent documentation, and a copy of the original budget request. If the RSO has made fundamental changes to the budget proposal, the proposal will be re-submitted to the Allocations Committee. In the absence of any fundamental changes to the petitioning RSO's funding request, it will be placed on the agenda for the next Senate session. Members of the petitioning RSO will be allowed to attend the Senate meeting in which their request is heard; however only one member of the petitioning RSO will be allowed to speak on behalf of the RSO and answer any questions from the Senate. Any sustained appeal will be communicated to the RSO and SAGA within 24 hours of the Senate's vote by the Chair of the Allocations Committee.
Grounds for Appeal of an Allocations decision
An appeal based on procedural error will consist of the RSO proving that the Allocations Committee failed to adhere to its policies. The Senate must first determine whether the Allocations Committee did in fact deviate from its policies. Should this be sustained, the Senate as a whole will determine whether or not to fund the RSO in full.
Line item appeal consists of a RSO disputing a particular line-item in an approved funding request. The RSO may appeal if the Allocations Committee reduced the allocation below the amount requested for a particular budget item, contending that the current allocation is insufficient to cover the cost of the event. The Senate will only rule on whether or not to allocate the full amount of the RSO's requested funding.
The above chages are effective immediately. Semester Budget Requests are due Wednesday, March 21 at 5 PM via Orgsync. Please visit http://www.luc.edu/saga/orgs/funding/budgetrequest/ for information on semester funding request.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Student Activities & Greek Affairs at email@example.com or 773.508.8850.
02-24-2012: Student Activity Fund Update!!!
Dear Registered Student Organizations,
The Student Activity Fund (SAF) has been established to promote activities planned by student organizations that enhance the quality of student life at Loyola University Chicago. Through the funding processes, 324 SAF funding requests were submitted on behalf of Registered Student Organizations (RSOs).
During the 2011-12 academic year, RSOs have made a great impact on our campuses and have provided numerous opportunities for engagement. The SAF has funded over 200 programs and events through Annual Budget Requests and more than 50 programs and events through Special Funding Requests. Currently, there are 70 SAF funded events remaining until the end of the spring semester. The USGA Allocations Committee has allocated through the SAF a total of $475,000.
With that said, this letter is to inform you that the SAF has been exhausted. With high demands for funding and no available monies, it has been decided to cancel Special Funding Requests indefinitely.
RSOs with SAF funds will continue to provide vibrant programmatic opportunities for our campuses until the end of the 2011-12 academic year. As RSOs, you are welcome to program events using your organizations' revenue. You are also welcome to seek funding from individual offices and departments for programs.
Thank you for your time, energy, and dedication to making numerous opportunities for interaction and involvement among students, faculty, and staff provided by the Student Activity Fund to support the intellectual, social, physical, emotional, and spiritual development of each member of the Loyola community.
If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact USGA/Allocations Committee at firstname.lastname@example.com.
David C. Blount
Chairman - Allocations Committee -
02-23-2012: Calling all Loyola Student Organizations
For the 3rd straight year the Office of Undergraduate Admission is hosting a Student Organization Showcase as part of the Admitted Student Weekend. Hundreds of future Ramblers will be on campus looking to finalize their college decision. We invite you all to help show off Loyola's vibrant student community with an Organization Showcase.
Saturday, March 24: 1:30-2:15 (Set up starts at 1)
Sunday, March 25: 2:00-2:45 (Set up starts at 1:30)Where:
Halas Sports Center – Basketball Courts
A maximum of 2 students from each organization will talk with prospective students about your organization. If you are interested please RSVP to Hugh Mulligan (firstname.lastname@example.com) by Friday, March 16.
02-23-2012: Nominate a phenomenal woman!
Last chance to help us identify and recognize women leaders on our campus for Women's History month! Nominate a student, staff, or faculty member who improves our world through their contribution to women's leadership. Winners from each category (student, staff, faculty) will be recognized at this year's Women's Leadership Reception. To nominate, go to http://fs4.formsite.com/cgolz/form9/index.html. Nominations are due February 24, 2012. All are welcome to make a nomination.
All are welcome to attend the Women's Leadership Reception on March 29 from 5:30-6:30 p.m. in Beane Hall (Lewis Towers). Please RSVP for the event (with number of people attending) to Lisa (Reitz) Harris at firstname.lastname@example.com.
Questions? Please contact WTC Women's History Month Committee Chair, Lisa (Reitz) Harris at email@example.com.
02-13-2012: Loyola Service House In Development
Interested in community service, justice, and faith?
Loyola students are proposing a service house on campus. Be a part of the process of developing a community service focused house for undergraduate students, serving as a focal point for the entire campus. If you would be interested in learning more about this service house, and will be a third or fourth year student contact students Alexander Boesch (firstname.lastname@example.com) and Nicholas Hermann (email@example.com) for details.
02-02-2012: READING GROUP OPPORTUNITY:His Holiness the Dalai Lama's Book
Curious about other faiths? Want to be a part of the interfaith dialogue on campus? Join the Interfaith Companions in a reading group of His Holiness the Dalai Lama's book, Toward a True Kinship of Faiths: How the World's Religions Can Come Together. Books will be provided, but space is limited. You are encouraged to attend at least 3 of the 5 sessions.
At each meeting, we will discuss a theme central to the book. The 5 topics to be discussed are as follows:
Thursday, March 15- Foundations for Interfaith Dialogue
Thursday, March 22- Pluralism: The Beauty of Faith Diversity
Thursday, March 29- Compassion: The Ethical Ideal
Thursday, April 5- Interfaith Relations in the Global Context
Thursday, April 12- Moving from Tolerance to Understanding and RespectPlease contact Alyson Sandler at firstname.lastname@example.com by Friday, February 10th to sign up or for more information.
01-17-2012: Damen Award Nominations!
Nominate your fellow students or student organizations for a 2012 Damen Award. These awards are given to students and organizations that exemplify the ideal of Loyola.
Nominations go live on Monday, January 23. They are open until January 29 at midnight. To nominate go to www.luc.edu/damenawards
Nominees and award recipients will be honored during the 2012 Loyola Weekend of Excellence.
01-17-2012: The People's Institute Retreat
Applications are due February 3rd. The goal of this retreat (March 16-18) is to empower students to explore and reflect upon the interconnection between leadership and social justice. In the spirit of Jesuit education, The People's Institute (TPI) is an exciting leadership opportunity for students at Loyola University Chicago. This program is designed to raise awareness, examine privilege and responsibility, and learn skills to create positive social change. This retreat is sponsored by the departments of Student Leadership Development, and Student Diversity and Multicultural Affairs. SLD and SDMA will cover costs for students participating in the retreat.
For more information, please contact Shannon Howes, Director for Student Leadership Development, at email@example.com.
01-17-2012: Leadership Development Workshops
Students are welcome to participate in as many workshops as fit their interests and schedules. For students interested in earning a Certificate in Leadership Development (which can be noted on a resume), more information can be found at luc.edu/leadership. The spring semester schedule of workshops and programs can be found at http://www.luc.edu/leadership/sdl-workshops.shtml and includes topics such as networking, marketing, ethical leadership, leadership and social justice, the influence of identity on leadership, and more.
01-17-2012: Student Leadership Institute
This one-day conference on Saturday, January 28th brings together Loyola students who are interested in further developing their leadership skills, networking, and connecting with others to build a better tomorrow. The conference will begin at Simpson MPR with breakfast and registration at 9am and will end by 3:45pm. Registration is not required, but is encouraged in order to secure a spot at this popular event. To register for SLI or for more information, please email email@example.com. More information can be found at luc.edu/leadership/sli.
01-17-2012: Spring Non-Profit Opportunities Fair
Is your organization looking for a spring or summer volunteer opportunity? If so, please join the Center for Experiential Learning and the Center for Community Service and Action at the:
Spring Non-Profit Opportunities Fair
January 25, 2012 from 11am-2pm
CFSU LobbyOver 60 of our Non-Profit community partners will be there to talk with students about their opportunities. For questions or for more information, please email Christopher Skrable – firstname.lastname@example.com or Travis Proffitt – email@example.com .
We hope to see you there!
Center for Experiential Learning
Loyola University Chicago
Lake Shore Campus, Sullivan Center 295
facebook.com/luccelCenter for Community Service and Action
Loyola University Chicago
Lake Shore Campus, Mundelein Center 804
facebook.com/LUCserve -
12-14-2011: Spring Org Fair Registration Now Open!!!
Spring Student Organization Fair
When: Tuesday, January 31 @ 5PM
Where: CFSU Lobby & Bremner Lounge
Registration for the spring Org Fair is now open! Register via Orgsync. Go to Forms>Registration for Spring 2012 Org Fair>Fill Out.
Please note that due to limited space organizations may be required to share tables. Completion of the registration does not guarantee space at the fair. Registration for the Org Fair implies consent to the Org Fair policies listed in Files>Fall Org Fair Policies. Tables will be confirmed via email on/by January 27, 2012. Registration will close at 11:59pm on January 26.
If you have any questions, please contact Jyrell Keys at email@example.com.
12-12-2011: E-textbooks Survey
Dear Loyola Students,
The University is studying the feasibility of utilizing electronic textbooks at some time in the future, and a pilot project is planned for the fall of 2012. The Provost-appointed E-textbook Committee is conducting research on the attitudes of students and faculty regarding e-textbooks, e-readers, etc. We would greatly appreciate it if you would take 10-15 minutes to answer the short survey. Your responses will help us make informed recommendations to the University administration about the direction to take in this area.
Survey URL: https://www.snapsurveys.com/swh/surveylogin.asp?k=132250194247
Sincerely yours,
Bob Seal, Dean of University Libraries
Chair, E-textbook Committee -
12-05-2011: RA Applications Now Available
My name is Addie and I am currently a Resident Assistant here at Loyola. I just wanted to write you briefly and let you know that the time to apply to be an RA is here. The application online, and there will be information sessions throughout December and January that one must attend if he or she wishes to apply.
All of this information will be posted throughout campus on fliers, as well as on the Residence Life Website after December 1st. http://www.luc.edu/reslife/index.shtml
If you are interested in having a current RA or two talk briefly with your organization at a meeting about applying please email Sam Elliott firstname.lastname@example.com
Thanks and I hope you consider applying for the position,
email@example.com -
12-02-2011: Fall Student Reimbursement Deadline!!!
If you or your organization members have receipts or reimbursement requests to submit, the deadline for is FRIDAY, DECEMBER 9th at 5 pm.
If any member of your student organization has made any personal purchase(s) related to SAF funded events, including start-up funding, please submit the Orgsync Reimbursement Request form and upload all itemized receipts and/or documentation for the purchase(s). If you are unable to upload receipts via Orgsync, you may hand deliver receipts to the SAGA office, CFSU LL 39. Failure to submit the reimbursement form with itemized receipts before the deadline will result in forfeiture of funds.
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11-29-2011: E-textbooks
Dear Loyola Students,
The University is studying the feasibility of utilizing electronic textbooks at some time in the future, and a pilot project is planned for the fall of 2012. The Provost-appointed E-textbook Committee is conducting research on the attitudes of students and faculty regarding e-textbooks, e-readers, etc. We would greatly appreciate it if you would take 10-15 minutes to answer the short survey. Your responses will help us make informed recommendations to the University administration about the direction to take in this area.
Survey URL: https://www.snapsurveys.com/swh/surveylogin.asp?k=132250194247
Sincerely yours,
Bob Seal, Dean of University Libraries
Chair, E-textbook Committee
11-22-2011: Tell Us About Your Community Service!
Last year, thanks to all of the hard work of our students and student organizations during the 2009-2010 school year, Loyola University Chicago was one of six Presidential Awardees for the 2010 President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll.
The call for applications for the 2011 President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll deadline is coming up and Loyola would love to once again claim top honors. However, we need your help! Please copy and paste the following link into your web browser to complete this year's President's Community Service Honor Roll.
https://orgsync.com/10580/forms/show/41508Again this is for service completed during the 2010-2011 academic year. Please complete a survey for every community service activity your organization participated in. The more service activities we report the more likely we are to continue to receive top honors. The deadline for this survey is Dec. 5, 2011.
If you have any questions please feel free to contact me firstname.lastname@example.com.
11-09-2011: Join USGA's Cuisine Team!
The goal of USGA is to voice the concerns of the student body and to act as an instrument for cooperation and to provide open communication for students, faculty, and administration. Thus, the Residence Life and Dining Committee of USGA would like to address the issue of food diversity in the resident dining halls. Factors affecting students' food choices in the dining halls are usually due to beliefs of the student, whether it be religious, cultural, or just a certain lifestyle. Our goal is to have a diverse body of students motivated to change or improve the food options available in the dining halls. By creating a council, the "Cuisine Team", USGA's Residence Life and Dining Committee will provide an environment to help bridge the gap between the dining hall administrators and students in regards to student critique, comments, suggestions, etc. Come out to Cuisine Team's first meeting Monday November 14 at 8pm in LSB 301 and be the voice of your hungry peers!
Residence Life and Dining Committee, USGA
11-03-2011: Help Save Student Aid
Greetings fellow RSOs,
The Student Financial Aid Alliance is a newly formed student group on campus whose goal is to engage students, alumni, and parents in grassroots advocacy for federal and state financial aid. Our first initiative is to assist the national, not-for-profit group, the Student Aid Alliance, in obtaining signatures on their petition in support of federal financial aid. This petition will be given to the Super Committee and the Appropriations Committee in Congress on November 23rd.
To assist the Student Aid Alliance and the 3,000 Loyola undergrads who receive $200 million in federal aid per year, please sign the petition yourself and have your members sign; it takes about 60 seconds. To sign the petition, visit http://action.studentaidalliance.org/5371/save-student-aid-statement. For more information about this campaign, please visit www.studentaidalliance.org.
The Student Financial Aid Alliance will also have tables in CFSU and Terry Student Center starting Monday, November 7th until Tuesday, November 22nd where laptops will be available for students to sign. We need help staffing the tables and hope that you and your members are willing to help out with this initiative that affects all Loyolans. Feel free to contact us at email@example.com with any questions.Many thanks,
Maggie Meza
General Director -
11-03-2011: Budget Workshop Canceled
The November 11 annual budget workshop has been canceled. Please visit www.luc.edu/saga for details on the remaining fall semester workshops.
If you have any questions, please contact Jyrell Keys at email@example.com.
10-12-2011: Come Home…to Alpha Delta Pi
Alpha Delta Pi, the new sorority at Loyola, is recruiting women the week of October 16th to become founding members. We're seeking women of all ages —freshmen, sophomores, juniors and seniors—to join our sisterhood. Established in 1851, Alpha Delta Pi is committed to sisterhood, values and ethics, high academic standards and social responsibility.
If you're looking for a 'home away from home' at Loyola, please join us for our events.
Sunday, October 16th 4 pm
Information Session for Interested Women
Regis Multipurpose RoomMonday-Wednesday
October 17th-19th
"Tell Us About You" (Interview) Sessions
By Appointment. Dress is business casual.Tuesday, October 16th 6 pm
Philanthropy Event
Simpson Multipurpose RoomThursday, October 20th
Alpha Delta Pi Bid DayLearn more about us at our table in CFSU October 3rd-14th
Follow us @LoyolaADPi
10-07-2011: Applications for the 2012-2013 Student Community Board now available!
Applications for the 2012-2013 Student Community Board are now available!
The Student Community Board is a group of undergraduate Loyola students who hear cases of alleged misconduct as pertinent to the Loyola Community Standards and The Student Promise. In addition, board members also help promote The Student Promise throughout the campus community, partake in various professional development workshops and participate in team building activities throughout the year.
Want to know more? Come to an information session on October 17 @ 4:30pm in Bremner Lounge or email firstname.lastname@example.com with questions! You can also visit our website at: http://luc.edu/osccr/student_board.shtml
Click here (or paste into your browser) for an application: http://bit.ly/nN1a84
Applications due November 7th by 5:00pm.
The 2011-2012 Student Community Board -
10-05-2011: 4th Annual Loyola Community Trick-Or-Treat-October 30th, 2011, Sponsored by ((dop))
Door sign up is now available online for any organization who would like to be a part of the ((dop)) Trick-Or Treat! Children and families of Loyola staff, friends, and neighbors will be invited to this safe trick-or-treating opportunity. A panel of Loyola staff judges will also choose their top 3 decorated doors for fabulous organization prizes!
Each organization is only allowed one door, and will go to the first 32 who sign up! Sign up ends October 21st.
For more information please check the sign-up sheet available on OrgSync or e-mail
firstname.lastname@example.com hope to see you October 30th!
09-23-2011: Join Team Loyola in the Annual Chicago AIDS Run/Walk
Mark your calendars for one of Loyola's longest standing traditions…With the new school year upon us, there are many exciting events and activities happening around campus. Mark your calendars for one of Loyola's longest standing traditions…join Team Loyola in the annual Chicago AIDS Run/Walk, October 1st. This is a great opportunity for your organization to kick off the new school year and support a great cause.
Mark your calendars for October 1st and sign up for Team Loyola TODAY! *students receive discount registration*
Register here: https://afc.aidschicago.org/NetCommunity/SSLPage.aspx?pid=1344&tab=2
Contact the Center for Community Service and Action with any questions, firstname.lastname@example.com.
09-21-2011: Are You Ready to Ramble?
Registration closes on September 21st for the EVOKE Ramble. This campus wide scavenger hunt is a fun way to get to know campus, learn about the city, and meet famous Loyolans all while competing for great prizes. To register, just go to www.luc.edu/evoke and follow the links to Ramble Registration.
Happy Rambling!
09-13-2011: USGA Now Accepting Chief of Student Organizations Applications
The Unified Student Government Association is currently accepting applications for the Chief of Student Organizations position. For more information and a link to application please visit http://loyolausga.com/csosearch/. Applications are due this Friday, Sept. 16 at 5pm CST.
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08-26-2011: Org Fair Registration Now Closed
Due to the overwhelming response for participation, registration for the Org Fair has been closed for student organizations and University departments.
08-25-2011: USGA/DOP Meet & Greet
When: Wednesday, August 31 at 8PM
Where: CFSU Lobby
Come chat with members of USGA and ((dop))!
As two of the largest student leadership organizations on campus, USGA and ((dop)) would like to take time to get to know students and learn about what students want to see from both student government and ((dop)).
Light snacks will be provided.
Questions? Contact firstname.lastname@example.com or email@example.com
06-14-2011: Fall 2011 Org Fair Registration Is Now Open!
Fall Org Fair Registration is now open. The Org Fair will be Wednesday, August 31, 2011 from 1 - 4pm [check-in: 12pm] at
Halas. Space is limited, and reservations will be granted on a first come, first served basis. The Fall Organization Fair is open to fully registered student organizations, offices, or departmentsRegister via Orgsync by going to Forms>Fall 2011 Org Fair Registration. Please note that completion of the registration does not guarantee space at the fair - tables will be confirmed via email on/by August 30, 2011. Registration will be closed at 11:59pm on August 26.
Contact the SAGA office for any assistance: 773/508-8850 or email@example.com.
06-08-2011: Be Apart of Loyola's Shared Governance!
Dear Loyola Students,
As part of Loyola's Shared Governance system, undergraduate students sit on various Board of Trustee committees. We are looking for students who are passionate about representing the student voice to serve on these committees.The committees with seats available include:
Academic Committee: Provides oversight of academic programs and activities, reviewing academic matters in need of action by the full board such as the creation of new degrees and candidates for receipt of honorary degrees, among other matters.
Advancement Committee: Advises the Board on fund development matters as they relate to ongoing fundraising and capital campaigns. Acts as the liaison for the Board with the University's Advancement, Marketing and Communication, and Public Affairs divisions.
Enrollment, Retention, and Assessment Committee: Reviews policy matters related to enrollment and financial aid including recruitment results and trends. Reviews assessment parameters as set by academic affairs including the analysis and reporting of student outcomes.
Facilities and Capital Assets Committee: Responsible for the oversight of the Water Tower and Lake Shore Campus master plans including acquisition and disposition of buildings; planning, development, and financing of new construction; and the review of major University capital projects that impact the campus master plan.
Finance Committee: review the fiscal affairs of the University, including the annual operating and capital budgets of the University's academic operations.
Investment Policy Committee: Consider investment policies, practices, and performance of the University's endowment and other funds to report to the Board regarding these matters.
Jesuit & Catholic Identity Committee: Fosters and assesses on a continuing basis, the Jesuit and Catholic identity of LUC in its educational and health care operations.
Student Affairs Committee: Concerns itself with the quality of life and general welfare of all Loyola students outside the classroom. Reviews institutional policies that affect the future welfare of students and the quality of their lives at the University; respond to initiatives regarding changes in co-curricular programs that are focused on students, etc.
If you are interested in applying for a position on a Board of Trustees committee, please go to our application form at: http://loyolausga.com/board-of-trustees-application/. If you have any questions, please contact us at http://loyolausga.com/get-involved/send-us-your-suggestions/.
Thanks you,Sean Patrick Vera
President, Unified Student Government Association -
05-10-2011: Annual Re-registration Deadline
All student organizations are required to register every spring semester with Student Activities & Greek Affairs in order to maintain their status as a Registered Student Organization (RSO). To re-register, visit OrgSync and complete the online re-registration form. Failure to comply with the registration process results in the suspension of the organization, loss of $200 in start-up funding (excluding club sports), and loss of the privilege to operate as a Loyola organization. The organization will remain suspended until the re-registration process is completed and officers of the organization have met with Student Activities & Greek Affairs, who will determine whether to reinstate the organization.
Student Activities & Greek Affairs evaluates all organizations annually to ensure compliance with university policies.
Re-register your organization for the 2011-2012 academic year by submitting the online re-registration (Setting> Org Profile) form via OrgSync through May 13, 2011.
If you have any questions, please contact us at email@example.com or 773.508.8850.
04-29-2011: Organization Mail Pick Up Deadline
Attention all Student Orgs:
Please send a representative from your organization to the SAGA office (CFSU LL39) to check for and pick up mail for your organization. Many organizations have not done so. Any mail not picked up by Friday, May 6 at 5pm will be returned to the sender.
The SAGA office is open M-F from 8:30am-5pm. Please stop in to pick up your org's mail. It will only take a minute
Thank you.
04-27-2011: All Reimbursements Due This Friday!
If you or your organization has receipts or reimbursements to turn in, the deadline for this is FRIDAY, APRIL 29th, at 5 pm.
If any member of your student organization has made any personal purchase(s) related to SAF funded events, including start-up funding, please submit the Orgsync Reimbursement Request form and upload all itemized receipts and/or documentation for the purchase(s). If you are unable to upload receipts via Orgsync, you may hand deliver receipts to the SAGA office, CFSU LL 39. Failure to submit the reimbursement form with itemized receipts before the deadline will result in forfeiture of funds.
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04-19-2011: Important Message - Cubs Game Postponed
Good afternoon,
If you have purchased Cubs tickets for IFC Cubs game night for tonight, Tuesday, April 19, the game has been postponed. The Cubs game has been rescheduled for Wednesday, April 20. Gates open at 5:05 pm and game time is 6:05 pm. You will not need a new ticket. Please keep tonight's game ticket to enter the ball park for Wednesday evening's game.
If you have any questions, please contact us at 773-508-8850.
04-18-2011: Spring Student Reimbursement Deadline!
The spring deadline for student reimbursements is Friday, April 29 at 5 PM. If any member of your student organization has made any personal purchase(s) related to SAF funded events, including start-up funding, please submit the Orgsync Reimbursement Request form and upload all itemized receipts and/or documentation for the purchase(s). If you are unable to upload receipts via Orgsync, you may hand deliver receipts to the SAGA office, CFSU LL 39. Failure to submit the reimbursement form with itemized receipts before the deadline will result in forfeiture of funds.
If you have any questions, please contact us at 773.508.8850 or firstname.lastname@example.com.
04-08-2011: Job Search Boot Camp
Not quite ready for your job search?
This free event is designed for Loyola students who are graduating in 2011—and who need help with their job search. Boot Camp will feature workshops on resume writing, interviewing, job search, networking, mock interviews with employers and more. A continental breakfast and lunch will be served.
Only 30 graduates will be accepted, so register soon! To register, you must provide the Career Development Center with the following:
1. your name, major, career interests/goals, e-mail address, and cell-phone number
2. a rough draft copy of your resume
3. $20 cash deposit (which will be returned to you when you complete the Boot Camp)
For more information, e-mail or call the Career Development Center at: 773.508.7716 or firstname.lastname@example.com
04-07-2011: CFSU Job Fair!!!Hiring for Fall 2011!!!
Would you like to get involved on campus and get paid at the same time?!! CFSU is looking for Information Desk Customer Service Associates, Student Union Building Supervisors, and Event Set Up Crew members!!
What: Centennial Forum Student Union Job Fair!!! Hiring for Fall 2011!!! Jobs to begin in August 2011!!!
When: Wednesday, April 13th, 9AM-12PM and 5PM-8PM, Wednesday, April 20th, 12PM-4PM
Where: Bremner Lounge, CFSU Lobby (just need to attend one session)
Do I need to bring anything?
No...we will have job applications available for you to fill out when you get to the fair. From there, you will interview with 2 current student workers for about 20 minutes!! If we think you are qualified, you will be granted another interview!!!
What positions are available?
Customer Service Associates: work at the CFSU Information Desk and make sure that ANYBODY (guests, students, faculty, staff, community members) leaves in a better place than when they arrived. Service Associates also help out with events in the building and make sure that the Student Union is energetic and inviting. These positions MUST be WORK STUDY!!!
Building Supervisors: a step up from a Service Associate, we make sure that Building Supervisors are the eyes and ears of the student union all day. This position is in charge of building rounds, event assistance, information giving, and building reservations to name a few. These positions DO NOT need to be work study.
Event Set Up Crew: Do you like to move tables and chairs? Are you good with technology and audio visual equipment? This may be the job for you. This group handles every set up in the Student Union which includes all of the technology for each meeting, event, and gathering in the building. These positions DO NOT need to be work study.
Come to one of the job fair sessions and see what we have to offer!!
04-06-2011: Annual Budget Workshop (Location Update)
Annual Budget Workshop
Location: LSB 142
Date: Friday, April 8, 2011
Time: 4:30-6:30 PMStudent Activities & Greek Affairs will be hosting the final Registered Student Organization (RSO) Annual Budget Workshop of the year. Please have two (2) representatives of your student organization attend this RSO workshop, if you have not already. Attendance at the workshop places student organizations in good financial standing for Special Funding Request (SFRs), as well as Annual Budget Request (ABRs) for the following academic year.
If you have any questions, please contact Jyrell Keys at firstname.lastname@example.com.
04-04-2011: Annual Re-registration Deadline
All student organizations are required to register every spring semester with Student Activities & Greek Affairs in order to maintain their status as a Registered Student Organization (RSO). To re-register, visit OrgSync and complete the online re-registration form. Failure to comply with the registration process results in the suspension of the organization, loss of $200 in start-up funding (excluding club sports), and loss of the privilege to operate as a Loyola organization. The organization will remain suspended until the re-registration process is completed and officers of the organization have met with Student Activities & Greek Affairs, who will determine whether to reinstate the organization.
Student Activities & Greek Affairs evaluates all organizations annually to ensure compliance with university policies.
Re-register your organization for the 2011-2012 academic year by submitting the online re-registration (Setting> Org Profile) form via OrgSync through May 13, 2011.
If you have any questions, please contact us at firstname.lastname@example.com or 773.508.8850.
03-24-2011: Senior Send-off
2011 Senior Send-Off Schedule:
Thursday, April 14 - Goose Island Brewery Tour & Tasting
Monday, April 18 - Cubs v. Padres
Monday, April 25 - Cubs v. Rockies
Tuesday, May 10 - Senior Boat Cruise
Wednesday, May 11 - Senior Toast
Tickets will only be sold online this year. Visit luc.edu/seniorsendoff to purchase your tickets. Tickets go on sale on April 4, 2011 at 10:00 am and sell fast. Limited quantities are available for a packages and a la carte tickets and are sold on a first come first serve basis. Please visit luc.edu/seniorsendoff for more information.
03-24-2011: Damen Ball
Date: Friday, April 29, 2011
Time: 8:00pm to midnight
Location: Union Station: 500 W. JacksonTickets on sale for Seniors April 4, 2011, for all undergraduates April 5, 2011. Pick up tickets in CFSU and Terry Student Center. One ticket per Loyola ID and a second ticket may be purchased for non-Loyola Students for $5.00. Must present LUC ID at pickup.
03-22-2011: Student Promise Days
Student Promise Days are set for April 11 - April 15, 2011. The purpose of this event is to promote and
encourage The Student Promise across the university. We want to inspire students toward "Living The
Student Promise" by demonstrating the 3 main tenants: Care for Self, Care for Others and Care for
We'd like to encourage your participation through delivering a program/event in the spirit of The Student
Promise. This is a great opportunity for organizations to share their resources and services with students
throughout the university toward inspiring the spirit of The Student Promise.PROPOSAL INFORMATION
The OSCCR is seeking proposals that promote the values and increase the awareness of The Student
Promise. The major goal of this program series is to encourage students toward "Living The Student
Promise" and building connections to university resources, services and opportunities. We are interested in
sessions that achieve a balance between information sharing while inspiring personal development and
community development. The OSCCR will support The Student Promise program/event with T-shirts for
participants and $100.00 to assist in the funding for the proposed program/event.
We are requesting a title, abstract, date, time and location for your program/event. Upon submitting the form,
we will review your proposal and confirm your presentation date, time and location.
Please use the following link to submit your proposal by 5pm Wednesday, March 30, 2011Student Promise Day Proposal Form
For questions or concerns, please contact Dana Broadnax (email@example.com or 773-508-
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03-11-2011: Annual Budget Requests Due!!!
Annual Budget Request (ABRs) are requested to cover organizations' annual events and programs, as well as any new programs an organization would like to plan for well in advance. The Annual Budget Requests must be submitted via Orgsync. The deadline is Wednesday, March 16 at 5 PM. As with any funding or expenditure request, late submission will not be accepted.
Hearings will be held Sunday, March 20 through Tuesday, March 22. Hearing times will be received after submission. Only one (1) student organization representative is required to attend the ABR hearing. Each organization representative(s) will be given ten (10) minutes to present the requested annual budget. Please be prepared to answer any questions raised by the Allocations Committee.
ABR results will be received by Wednesday, March 30. Organizations may request to appeal. Appeals are due Friday, April 1 at 5 pm. Appeal results will be received by Wednesday, April 6.
*ABR hearings will be optional. Student organizations who choose not to attend a hearing must provide adequate details, proper documentation (including quotes and estimates), and appropriate rationale for your programs/events. Failure to provide sufficient information may result in denial of funding for your programs/events.
If you have any questions, please contact Student Activities & Greek Affairs at 773.508.8850 or firstname.lastname@example.com.
03-02-2011: NJSLC Volunteers Needed!
Want to Volunteer this Summer!?
Loyola is hosting the National Jesuit Student Leadership Conference, and volunteers are needed for the conference in July. The conference aims to provide students with unique opportunities for leadership development, personal growth, and networking among their peers. As a volunteer, you would lead social justice discussions, assist delegates from around the country find their way around campus and ...the city, be a face for Loyola during the conference, and more! As a volunteer, you would be needed to be at Loyola during the 3rd through the 10th of July; HOUSING and MEALS are provided! Consider how this opportunity would enable you to network with other students, gaining communication and leadership experiences that can help you in the future, not to mention that it would look good on a resume!
For the application to volunteer and more information, visit luc.edu/njslc. The application deadline is March 13th.
Feel free to e-mail email@example.com with any questions!
03-02-2011: USGA Spring Elections
Dear Students,
The Unified Student Government Association Spring Elections. All undergraduate students are able to run for 1 of 38 elected positions on YOUR student government. Positions include 1 President and 1 Vice President (running as a slate), 1 Chief Justice, 7 Undesignated (any class year), 7 Sophomore, 7 Junior, and 7 Senior Representatives.
Running for a seat in Student Government allows you to provide service to the campus community for issues that affect our student body. This is your chance to have a voice in YOUR student government!
Candidate meeting will be held Wednesday, March 2 from 1:00-3:00 PM. All meetings will be held in Bremner Lounge. You are able to visit the Election Board during these timeslots, but are only required to stay for a few minutes and hand in your petition and election contract.
If you aren't able to run in the election, I strongly encourage you to cast your vote. Ballots will be emailed out to your @luc.edu email account on Tuesday, March 29 @ 12:00 AM. Voting will conclude at 11:59 PM on Wednesday, March 30. Voting will only take 5 minutes and it gives you a say in who you want leading and representing YOUR student body. It's YOUR Voice; It's YOUR Student Government!
If you have any questions regarding running in the upcoming USGA Election or the voting procedures, email email@example.com. You may also visit www.luc.edu/usga or stop down to their office in CFSU LL-42T for more information on the organization. I look forward to seeing your name on the ballot next month!
Purvi Patel
Elections Committee Chair -
03-01-2011: Message from Dr. Kelly
Dear Loyola Students:
Do you know a current junior who exemplifies Ignatian leadership, academic excellence, and service? Someone who would serve as an outstanding liaison between the student body and Fr. Garanzini?
Fr. Garanzini and the Cabinet have approved the creation of The Maroon & Gold Society to recognize outstanding students at Loyola University Chicago. Membership in this select society will be limited to up to 25 current juniors who have demonstrated an Ignatian commitment to leadership, academic excellence, and service. Any current junior, who expects to have senior status as of Fall 2011, is eligible. We hope to solicit nominations for students who have forged a variety of leadership paths reflective of our diverse community.
Please see the description and nomination form (via Orgsync under Files>Maroon & Gold Society) and nominate those individuals before 5:00 p.m., Wednesday, March 16th.
If you have questions about The Maroon & Gold Society, please contact Jack McLean, Assistant Vice President for Student Development at firstname.lastname@example.com, or 773-508-3912, or contact him in CFSU 101.We appreciate your support in establishing this new, select leadership society for Loyola seniors.
Robert D. Kelly, Ph.D.
Vice President for Student Development -
02-28-2011: Volunteer Opportunity
Looking for a unique way for your organization to do service and to get outside? Consider having your student organization, sorority, or fraternity participate in Taller de José's Running for…Campaign! The Running for…Campaign is a 30 day awareness and fundraising Campaign for Taller de José, a community resource center in the Little Village community of Chicago. For more information visit www.tallerdejose.org or e-mail Lisa Monnot at email@example.com
02-25-2011: Damen Award Nominations!!!
Damen Award Nominations close at 5:00pm today!
The Damen Award, named for Loyola University Chicago's founder, Arnold Damen, S.J., seeks to honor full-time undergraduate students and student organizations who have committed themselves to Jesuit ideals by being a true source of inspiration and leadership to the Loyola community throughout the year. These students and organizations are people who have led other students in spirit, motivation, and purpose.
To Nominate an Individual Student:
Copy and paste this link into a browser: https://surveys.luc.edu/opinio6/s?s=25102To Nominate a Student Organization:
Copy and past this link into abrowser: https://surveys.luc.edu/opinio6/s?s=25103If you have any questions, please contact Student Activities & Greek Affairs at email@example.com or 773.508.8850.
02-16-2011: Orgsync Resume Builder
As of June 1, 2010 the resume builder will be permanently disabled. Orgsync will be replacing the tool with our new e-portfolio, which is available to you today under My Tools in the top navigation.
The e-Portfolio is an advanced resume tool that provides you with your own personal website to organize and document your education, share employment history and work samples, and receive recommendations from friends and colleagues. All of the contents may also be saved as a PDF, which can serve as your paper resume for potential employers. There are also privacy options for you to choose which information is shared publically on your e-Portfolio website. To learn more about e-Portfolios visit http://www.orgsync.com/higher-education/eportfolio.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us at email@example.com.
02-16-2011: The People's Institute
The Department of Student Diversity & Multicultural Affairs (DSDMA) is seeking students interested in serving as member of The People's Institute (TPI), a collective of student leaders representing the various multicultural and social justice programs and initiatives offered through the department. As members of TPI, students have the opportunity to develop critical leadership skills while being part of a community devoted to academic excellence, cultural appreciation, and social equality.
Visit http://www.luc.edu/diversity/pdfs/2011-2012_TPI_Information_Packet[1].pdf for an information packet (in PDF format) about TPI and its constituent programs (i.e., BMI, LUCES, Men's Project, Social Justice Advocates, STARS), as well as the application and selection process. Applications will be available online at www.luc.edu/diversity beginning Monday, February 21.
Want to learn more about The People's Institute? Attend an information session and chat with department staff and current TPI student leaders! Choose one of the following sessions - attendees will receive early bird access to the application, and food will be provided:Tuesday 2/15, 12pm-1pm, at the DSDMA office (CFSU/Mertz 200)
Wednesday 2/16, 12pm-1pm, at the DSDMA office (CFSU/Mertz 200)
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02-14-2011: RSVP for 2011 Org-Fest - Loyola Weekend
Attention RSOs:
For the second straight year the Office of Undergraduate Admissions is seeking the help of Loyola's Registered Student Organizations. On Saturday, April 2 and Sunday, April 3 we will be hosting admitted high school students and their families on campus for an open house showing of all Loyola has to offer which includes our many student organizations! Each day for 45 minutes we will be hosting a mini Org-Fest for seniors to come and talk to you about the opportunities they have outside the classroom here at LUC. Saturday's fair will take place in the Gentile Center (1:30 - 2:45 PM, set up by 1 PM) and Sunday's will take place in Halas (2:00 - 2:45 PM, set up by 1:30 PM) on the basketball courts. Just one thing to note: You guys are being asked to represent the Student Organization, we will not have sign up sheets for students to join this is just a showcase, sign ups will come when they (hopefully) join us in the fall!
Sign up and read full details here: https://orgsync.com/forms/show/28602
02-03-2011: ABR Applications Due March 16!!!
Annual Budget Request (ABR) applications are now open. The deadline to submit all applications is March 16 at 5 PM. Please submit one form for each event/program. Visit www.luc.edu/saga/ABR_.shtml for more details.
If you have any questions, please contact us at 773.508.8850 or
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01-28-2011: Apply Now for a Research Fellowship
Are you interested in getting paid to conduct a research project?
The Loyola Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (LUROP) is proud to present a comprehensive online application for the majority of Loyola University's funded research fellowships. You can now easily apply to any of 11 different programs at www.luc.edu/lurop.Applications submitted in the spring will be for the summer 2011 and/or academic year 2011-2012, depending on the program. Several fellowships require you to have a faculty mentor, who will be guiding the project, before applying.
There are opportunities for students in any discipline or area of interest to conduct research; each program has a unique focus, requirements and eligibility. Most programs have a March 1st deadline. You should visit www.luc.edu/lurop/programs.html for more information on all of the opportunities.
Also, please mark your calendar for the Undergraduate Research Symposium, to be held Saturday, April 16, 1:30-3:30 as part of the Weekend of Excellence: Celebrating Transformative Education. Any students who have worked on a research project and would like to present a poster are welcome. You do not have to be a current LUROP fellow to participate. More information can be found here: http://www.luc.edu/lurop/undergrad_symposium.shtml. Registration information will be available in early February.
Please contact the LUROP office with any questions.
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Loyola Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (LUROP)Center for Experiential Learning
Loyola University Chicago
01-26-2011: Damen Award Nominations Now Open!
Nominations for both Individual and Organization Damen Awards are now open! They will close on February 25th at 5:00pm.
Nominate individuals here: https://surveys.luc.edu/opinio6/s?s=25102
Nominate organizations here: https://surveys.luc.edu/opinio6/s?s=25103
The Damen Award, named for Loyola University Chicago's founder, Arnold Damen, S.J., seeks to honor full-time undergraduate students and student organizations who have committed themselves to Jesuit ideals by being a true source of inspiration and leadership to the Loyola community throughout the year. These students and organizations are people who have led other students in spirit, motivation and purpose. Damen Awardees are students and organizations who have displayed exemplary leadership in the Loyola undergraduate community, live their lives in the spirit of Loyola, and light the way for other students to follow.
Need to know your organization's budget? Current balance? Past funding requests?
Beginning 2011-12, student organizations will manage their organization budgets via Orgsync using the budget module. The budget module will allow you view your organization's budget, track expenses, and submit commonly used payment requests.
If your organization is either interested in learning more about the budget module or would like to begin using the module during this academic term, please contact Jyrell Keys at email@example.com.
Student Activities & Greek Affairs
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01-20-2011: New Student Organization Update
Student Activities & Greek Affairs has changed the new student organization schedule. The deadline to start a student organization in spring 2011 has been changed to Monday, February 14, 2011.
To be eligible for the third and final review session of the academic year, new student organization application forms must be submitted via Orgsync by 5 PM on Monday, February 14, 2011. Upon submission of the application form, you will be given a time to meet with the review panel. This meeting will take place on Friday, February 18, 2011 from 5-7 PM. If the application is approved, at least two organization representative will be required to attend a new student organization orientation on Friday, February 25, 2011 from 5-7 PM. Locations TBD.
For more information, please visit www.luc.edu/saga. If you have any questions contact us at 773.508.8850 or email@example.com.
01-20-2011: Become a Sigma Chi Founding Father
Sigma Chi Fraternity is excited to bring a chapter to Loyola University Chicago. Since 1855, Sigma Chi has developed values-based leaders committed to the betterment of character, campus and community. This fall, Sigma Chi is recruiting leaders of character to establish a legacy of excellence at Loyola Chicago.
Two Sigma Chi directors of expansion will be on campus recruiting members for the founding class from Jan. 24 - Feb. 18. Sigma Chi aims to recruit men of different temperaments, talents and convictions from a variety of backgrounds to embark on this unique journey. Specifically, Sigma Chi looks for:
Men of good character;
Students of fair ability;
With ambitious purposes;
Congenial dispositions;
Possessing good morals;
Having high senses of honor;
And deep sense of personal responsibility.Sigma Chi will host events on and off of campus to introduce itself to the Loyola University Chicago community and meet the next leaders of our Fraternity.
Check back frequently for updates on events and activities! You can also find us on Twitter and Facebook.
01-18-2011: Rambler Spirit Day Challenge
The Loyola Athletic Department would like to invite your organization to participate in our First Annual Rambler Spirit Day Challenge! This will be a competition between all student organizations held at the men's basketball game on January 27th, 2011 7:00 pm. There will be a point system in which a pre-determined number of points will be awarded for attendance, a musical chairs competition, a knockout competition, and a Loyola basketball trivia competition. The winning group will receive a trophy that will be prominently displayed with their organization's name on it.
If possible, we are also looking for donations from student organizations. These donations can be any amount and will go towards the event as well as the trophy prize, which will be re-used in future Rambler Spirit Day Challenges. If your group does decide to donate, the name of the organization will also be displayed on the video board during the game. Please reply if you would like to donate for this event, or if you would only like to participate in the challenge!
This challenge is a great way to raise awareness of your organization, network with other organization, promote school spirit, and mainly enjoy the evening when Loyola Ramblers challenges the Penguins on the lake front.
Please let us know as soon as possible if you will be participating! You can e-mail Luke Krevh at firstname.lastname@example.com or Kate Myers email@example.com for more information or to RSVP as soon as possible!
Hope to hear from you soon,
The Loyola Athletic Department
01-06-2011: Student Leadership Institute 2011
Student Leadership Development staff invite you to participate in the 5th annual Student Leadership Institute, a one-day leadership development conference for all students. The event includes leadership development sessions, a keynote speaker addressing leadership and social justice, and lunch. Participation in the event will help students complete requirements to earn the Certificate in Leadership Development.
Benefits of participating include:- leadership development
- networking opportunities
- a free T-shirt for the first 100 students to register
- entrance in a drawing to receive leadership books, gift cards, and A FREE iPAD!
DATE: Saturday, January 29, 2011
TIME: Breakfast and registration begin at 8:30am. The conference will begin at 9:20am and will wrap up by 3:30pm
LOCATION: The opening session will take place in Simpson MPR
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12-28-2010: Spring Org Fair Registration Now Open!
Registration for the 2011 spring Org Fair is now open. Please register via Orgsync by going to Forms>Registration for Spring 2011 Org Fair. Please note that due to limited space student organizations are highly encouraged to share tables. Registration will end January 21, 2011.
The spring Org Fair will be held on Wednesday, January 26, 2011 from 6-8 pm in CFSU/Bremner Lounge.Check-in will begin at 5 pm.
If you have any questions, please contact Student Activities & Greek Affairs at 773.508.8850 or firstname.lastname@example.com.
12-01-2010: Fall Student Reimbursement Deadline!!!
The fall deadline for student reimbursements is Friday, December 10 at 5 PM. If any member of your student organization has made any personal purchase(s) related to SAF funded events, including start-up funding, please submit the Orgsync Reimbursement Request form and upload all itemized receipts and/or documentation for the purchase(s). If you are unable to upload receipts via Orgsync, you may hand deliver receipts to the SAGA office, CFSU LL 39. Failure to submit the reimbursement form with itemized receipts before the deadline will result in forfeiture of funds.
If you have any questions, please contact us at 773.508.8850 or email@example.com.
11-29-2010: Butler Tickets Still Available!!!
Student tickets for the Butler game this Wednesday are still available; however, they are going fast. Stop by the Gentile Center box office to purchase your tickets. Student tickets are $5 each for the Butler game and $5 each for the Kansas State game. Student tickets for the Butler game must be purchased before 5 PM on Tuesday.
However, all current Rambler Rowdie members will be admitted for free if wearing the current year Rowdie T-Shirt.
Membership in the Rambler Rowdies costs $5 and you get a t-shirt, plus entry into the Rambler Rowdie Incentive Program. To join the Rowdies, you can go to the Athletic Department office in Alumni Gym, or the CFSU Information Desk. For more information, call 773-508-2560.
11-19-2010: SAGA Closed November 22-26
Due to the Thanksgiving holiday, the Student Activities & Greek Affairs office will be closed Monday November 22 - Friday, November 26. The office will re-open and resume normal hours on Monday, November 29.
Please note: The Orgsync Credit Card form will disabled during this time. If your organization requires any purchasing for an event, a member will need to make a personal purchase and be reimbursed.
Thank you
Happy Thanksgiving!
11-17-2010: November 22 Allocations Hearings
Due to the Thanksgiving holiday, Allocations Hearings scheduled for Monday, November 22 have been canceled. Allocations Hearings will resume Monday, November 29 at 5:30 PM in CFSU Bremner Lounge. Please review the Special Funding Request schedule at http://www.luc.edu/saga/FSR_Matrix.shtml for more information about the remaining fall sessions.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us at firstname.lastname@example.com or 773.508.8850.
11-15-2010: RSO Annual Budget Workshop Update
The November 19 Annual Budget Workshop has been canceled and rescheduled for Friday, December 3 from 4-6 PM in the Information Commons 4th Floor. Please RSVP via Orgsync calendar.
If you have any questions, please contact us at firstname.lastname@example.com.
11-11-2010: This I Believe Panel
Hello Students!
We are excited to invite you to the final This I Believe event for the Fall Semester. This event brings together a group of Loyola students, faculty, and staff to share a belief that drives them and helps define them as a person. This exciting program has started many great conversations on campus!
This event will start at 12:30pm on November 17 in the Simpson MPR. There will be a great lunch served at this event!
This month's panel features:
Susan Nguyen, Class of 2011 and Allocations Chair of USGA
Kimberly Moore, Director of Student Activities and Greek Affairs
John Hardt, Ph.D., Assistant to the President for Mission and Identity and Assistant Professor of Bioethics
Rabia Khan, Assistant Director of Residence Life for First Year Halls
Mark Bosco, SJ, Associate Professor of English and Theology
Please RSVP for this event by November 15 to email@example.com.
We look forward to seeing you there!
The EVOKE Team
11-10-2010: RSO Annual Budget Workshop
Student Activities & Greek Affairs will be hosting the Registered Student Organization (RSO) Annual Budget Workshops on November 18 in the Information Commons 4th Floor from 3-6 PM. These workshops will provide student organizations an overview of student organization accounts, define responsibilites and expectations of student officers, processes for programming, and provide procedures for obtaining Student Activity Fund (SAF) allocations.
Two (2) representatives of each student organization must attend a RSO workshop. Representatives may attend sessions separately. Attendance at the workshop places student organizations in good financial standing for Special Funding Request (SFRs) for the following academic year. Organization advisors are welcome to attend.
Please RSVP via OrgSync.
11-02-2010: Hunger Week 2010
Hunger Week 2010!
Sunday, November 7 - Friday, November 12
Hunger Week kicks off this Sunday! How will your org take part?!
Will you run or walk as a group in the annual 5k on Sunday?
Will you learn about sustainability at one of the dinners or brown bag lunch?
Will you show us your talent at the talent show on Thursday?
Will you get involved in the campus community?
Will you stand in solidarity with those who hunger?"
Check out www.luc.edu/hungerweek for a full listing of events and for registration information!
The Hunger Week Team
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10-20-2010: RSO Annual Budget Workshop
The Office of Student Activities & Greek Affairs will be hosting the 1st Registered Student Organization (RSO) Annual Budget Workshop from 4-6PM on Wednesday, October 27 in CFSU Bremner Lounge.
These workshops will provide student organizations an overview of student organization accounts, define responsibilites and expectations of student officers, processes for programming, and provide procedures for obtaining Student Activity Fund (SAF) allocations.
Two (2) representatives of each student organization must attend a RSO budget workshop. Representatives may attend sessions separately. Attendance at the workshop places student organizations in good financial standing for Special Funding Request (SFRs), as well as Annual Budget Request (ABRs) for the following academic year. Organization advisors are welcome to attend. Please RSVP via OrgSync calendar.
For more information, please contact the Student Activities & Greek Affairs office at firstname.lastname@example.com or 773.508.8850.
10-20-2010: Coal Country Film Screening
Coal Country Film Screening
October 26, 2010
6:00 pm
Lake Shore Campus
Information Commons, 4th Floor
Learn about the devastating effects of mountaintop removal coal mining in the Appalachian region.
A discussion led by Mark Kresowik, Sierra Club's Beyond Coal Campaign, will follow the film.
This event is sponsored by Loyola University Chicago's Center for Urban Environmental Research & Policy, University Libraries, and Shareholder Advocacy Committee.
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10-14-2010: Give Back This Year with Loyola Gives
Loyola Community,
Loyola Gives, the annual University holiday giving program, is back for another year. Help us spread holiday cheer throughout Chicago this winter by sponsoring families in need by raising funds and purchasing items requested by the families. The Loyola community has always given generously—over the last six years, 151 Loyola departments, schools, and student groups have supported more than 200 families.
The 2010 program is officially underway, and we hope you will participate. Signing up for Loyola Gives is a simple process:
- Pick a coordinator for your office/department/group. Please note that groups are welcome to partner with one another.
- Determine how many people in your office/department/group will take part.
- Decide on the size of the family that you can support, assuming that your group will spend around $100 per family member.
- Send an e-mail to Cathy O'Sullivan (firstname.lastname@example.com) by Tuesday, November 2, with your coordinator's name and e-mail address, the group or groups you represent, and the family size that you have chosen to support.
Have your coordinator attend an information session on Thursday, November 11:
- Lake Shore Campus—Information Commons, Room 332, Noon to 1 p.m.
- Water Tower Campus—Corboy Law Center, Room 727, Noon to 1 p.m.
- Shop! Shop! Shop!
Bring your gifts to the specified drop-off locations in early December:
- Lake Shore Campus—December 8 at Bremner Lounge, CFSU
- Water Tower Campus—December 9 at the Terry Student Center Lobby
For more information, please visit LUC.edu/loyolagives or contact one of the following planning-team members:
Loyola Gives is held in conjunction with the Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago's Sponsor-A-Family program. Thank you in advance for your support.
Department of Sacramental Life
10-08-2010: Midnight Madness Student Org Knock Out
10-08-2010: Faculty Scholarship Celebration
The Loyola University Libraries invites you to join us on Thursday, October 21st for the annual celebration honoring faculty scholarship and publications. The reception will include a round table discussion, displays of faculty work from 2009, and more. Refreshments will be served and all are welcome to attend! Please RSVP to Carol Franklin at 773-508-2641 or email@example.com
Faculty Scholarship Celebration
Thursday, October 21st
4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Information Commons, 4th floor
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10-07-2010: CFSU Banner and Table Reservations
In an effort to make sure that you are receiving the best reservation experience that Loyola can provide, CFSU staff will now be handling all of your table and banner reservations for the Centennial Forum Student Union. We hope that this will provide you with quick response times and ultimately a better experience reserving these spaces.
Please email Bryan Goodwin at email@example.com for all of your banner and table requests. These requests will then be put through the system to check availability. We hope to have a response time of no later than 3 days with regards to these requests. Please note that volumes may be high at times and this 3 day turn around may be tight at times. In the event that you have not heard anything in 3 days, please feel free to check in via email.
You also can continue to make reservations on-line using the Campus Reservations Web-Viewer. CFSU Staff will also be checking these requests and hope to be timely in getting back to student organizations.
In the event that you have any questions about these new policies, please let us know.
Bryan Goodwin
Director, Student Union and University Welcome Center
10-07-2010: Student Leadership Development
The Department of Student Leadership Development (SLD) understands leadership as an ethical, collaborative process in which people work together for positive change. In addition to supporting a student planning committee to host the 2011 National Jesuit Student Leadership Conference, SLD offers students:
· a one-day leadership conference on January 29, 2011
· interactive leadership development workshops that are offered throughout the year
· engaging workshops designed for student groups
· a Certificate in Leadership Development that students can earn through attending workshops and completing written reflections
BENEFITS of involvement include networking, having fun, and further developing leadership knowledge / skills that are relevant in campus, community and career experiences.For more information, please visit www.luc.edu/leadership.
09-07-2010: Make-Up Budget Workshops
Make-up Budget Workshops are scheduled for September 8 and 9. If your registerd student organization did not have two members attend a budget workshop during the 2009-10 academic year, attend one of these make-up workshops to be eligibe for SAF funding during the 2010-11 academic year. The workshops are locate in the Information Commons 4th floor from 4 - 6 PM. Please RSVP via OrgSync calendar.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Jyrell Keys at firstname.lastname@example.com or 773.508.8850.
08-26-2010: Fall Organization Fair Registration!
Registration for the Fall 2010 Organization Fair (Wednesday, September 1st from 1-4pm in Gentile) has been extended through Sunday until midnight. Please continue to register your organization or department through the form "Registration for Fall 2010 Organization Fair".
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08-12-2010: Mailboxes & Welcome Week!!!!
The organization mailboxes that were formerly in the student organization office area have been removed. Student Orgs can now pick up their mail from Student Activities & Greek Affairs in CFSU LL39!
On a more exciting note, Welcome Week is coming up and the schedule is posted at www.luc.edu/welcomeweek ! Make sure to check it out soon- Welcome Week starts August 25th! -
07-02-2010: Fall Student Organization Fair (Update)
The Fall Student Organization Fair is scheduled for Wednesday, September 1, 2010 in the Gentile Center. The Fall Organization Fair is open to fully registered student organizations, as well as offices and departments. Space is limited, and reservations will be granted on a first come, first served basis. Please register via OrgSync: go to Tools>Forms>Registration for Fall 2010 Org Fair.
Please note: Completion of the registration does not guarantee space at the fair. Tables will be confirmed via email on/by August 30, 2010. Registration will closed at 11:59pm on August 25.
If you have any questions, please contact the SAGA office at 773-508-8850 or email@example.com.
04-28-2010: Spring 2010 Reimbursements Deadline
Good afternoon,
All student reimbursement request forms must be submitted by Friday, April 30, 2010 to the Student Activities & Greek Affairs Office by 5PM. Failure to submit reimbursement forms by this deadline is a forfieture of funds. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us at firstname.lastname@example.com or 773.508.8850.
04-19-2010: Joel McHale Tix on sale NOW!
((dop)) presents Joel McHale as part of RamblerFest! Details are as follows:
Department of Programming
Date: 4/24/10
Time: 7:00pm-10:00pm
Location: Gentile
Description:((dop)) Mainstage brings you a night of comedy with Joel McHale. The hit star from NBC's Community and E! The Soup. Loyola students can purchase tickets NOW for $5 and a second ticket for $10. Tickets will go on sale April 17th. Doors open at 6:30pm and close at 7:30pm. If you have any questions please email firstname.lastname@example.com.
04-19-2010: 2010- 2011 Stu. Org. Storage Space
The form is now live for Student Organization Storage Space for the 2010-2011 academic year. To apply, follow this link:
04-12-2010: Excellent Leadership Opportunity
Loyola Students,
Loyola was recently chosen to host the National Jesuit Student Leadership Conference (NJSLC). For five days each year, the conference brings together over 300 students from across the country. The students who attend are provided with unique opportunities for leadership development, personal growth, and networking among their peers. In addition, the attendees are also presented with opportunities to explore the locale of the host school and experience the local culture.
We are currently recruiting students to serve on the Leadership Team for the conference. Students serving on the team will have the opportunity to plan nearly all aspects of this national conference including: organizing workshops, planning special events, making hospitality arrangements, organizing volunteers, and much more. The attached document outlines the various leadership positions available. Planning for the conference will take place during the 2010-2011 academic school year. Freshman and sophomores are encouraged to apply.
Application Deadline: April 20th
For more information about leadership team positions please visit Media > Files > National Jesuit Student Leadership Conference or to apply visit www.luc.edu/njslc.
Questions? Contact: email@example.com
04-09-2010: Student Organization Offices
Good afternoon,
During Tuesday night's CAN meeting, Dr. Kelly, Vice President for Student Development, announced that all student organization offices (except for the USGA and DOP offices) in the lower level of CFSU will be taken off-line and renovated. Student organization offices must be vacated by Tuesday May 11, 2010. New storage lockers will be installed for the 2010-11 academic year. A new application process will be put in place before the end of the 2010 spring term to determine locker allocation. Information regarding the locker application process will be available from the Student Activities & Greek Affairs Office beginning April 19th.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding student office spaces, please contact the Office of the Vice President for Student Development.
04-09-2010: Apply to be a Welcome Week Leader!
Welcome Week Leader information and application instructions can be found in:
Media > Files > Welcome Week Leader Info
The Office of Student Activities & Greek Affairs is seeking enthusiastic and energetic student leaders to help facilitate Welcome Week programming for Fall 2010. The expectation of Welcome Week Leaders is that they will present Loyola University Chicago in a positive light and always represent the university well. Students must adhere to Jesuit ideals in their efforts to acclimate new students to campus.
Due date: Friday, April 16th at Noon
Questions? Email firstname.lastname@example.com or call 773/508-8850.
04-07-2010: Provost Search
On April 8, 12, and the 15, the on-campus interviews for the new provost will be held in the Hague Conference Room (in CFSU 100/studentdevelopment) from 4:15 to 5pm. The provost is the Chief Academic Officer of the university, and oversees all academic affairs. The candidates are:
Joe Weixlmann, April 8, campus visit.
Gail Baker, April 12, campus visit.
John Pelissero, April 15, campus visit.
*Here is the link to the provost search site: www.luc.edu/provostsearch
Please email me if you are planning on attending, it is very important that your organization is represented throughout this process.--
Tim D. McMahon
04-07-2010: Chief of Student Organizations Election
Student Leaders,
The last Campus Activities Network gathering of the semester will be held Wednesday, April 7th in Mundelein Auditorium at 7:30 PM. Dr. Robert Kelly, Vice President of Student Development, will be attending to address & discuss student organization concerns, campus development and related space issues that may affect your organization as soon as next year.
We will also elect the next Chief of Student Organizations (CSO). I strongly encourage everyone to consider this very important and exciting opportunity. Any member of any registered student organization can run for the position. It is a wonderful opportunity to make our student life even better.
*If you or a member of your organization is interested in becoming the next CSO please email Tamem Adi, email@example.com event will be buffet style, featuring banquet type food. We recommend each organization send at least two delegates.
04-07-2010: ABR Appeals
The deadline for ABR appeals has been extended to this Friday, April 9th at 5 p.m. for those organizations that did not receive their ABR results until after April 1st. Please turn in your appeals to the SAGA office (CFSU LL 39). Results of the appeals will be available late next week. If you have any questions, please contact the SAGA office at email@example.com.
03-29-2010: Student Activities Updates
Hello Student Organizations!
A few announcements for you regarding several different topics!
1) ABR results will be available on April 1st by e-mail.
2) Budget Appeals are due to the Student Activities Office by 1pm on April 6th.
3) Budget appeal results will be available on April 7th!
4) A reminder that Organization Re-registration forms are due by Friday, April 30. The re-registration form can be submitted electronically via OrgSync.
5) More forms will be available soon on OrgSync in our effort to make everything electronic! Stay tuned for those updates!
6) Lastly, we have posted a mailbox directory for student organizations - if you have a mailbox for your organization, please make an effort to check it regularly!
Happy Monday!Derek Bundy
03-26-2010: ABR Update
Hello Student Orgs!
A few important updates regarding Annual Budget Requests:
- The results of your Budget Hearings from this week will be sent to you by April 1.
- If you are going to put in a budget appeal based on the result you get, they are due in the SAGA office (CFSU LL 39) by 1pm on April 6.
- The result of any appeals will be sent out to the organizations on April 7
Thanks for your patience in this busy time of the year for our office!
Derek -
03-24-2010: Last CAN Meeting - Elections/Updates
Campus Activities Network
Chief of Student Organizations Elections / Vice President of Student Development UpdatesThe last Campus Activities Network gathering of the semester will be held Wednesday, April 7th in Mundelein Auditorium at 7:30 PM. Dr. Robert Kelly, Vice President of Student Development, will be attending to address & discuss student organization concerns, campus development and related space issues that may affect your organization as soon as next year.
We will also elect the next Chief of Student Organizations (CSO). I strongly encourage everyone to consider this very important and exciting opportunity. Any member of any registered student organization can run for the position. It is a wonderful opportunity to make our student life even better.
*If you or a member of your organization is interested in becoming the next CSO please email Tamem Adi, firstname.lastname@example.com event will be buffet style, featuring banquet type food. We recommend each organization send at least two delegates.
**The Campus Activities Network operates as a forum for student organizations to discuss their concerns and initiatives together. The Campus Activities Network (CAN) is headed by the Chief of Student Organization (CSO) and appointed officers. They act as liaisons between the student organizations community and USGA. The CSO is on USGA Executive Committee and attends Senate meeting to represent the interest of student organizations.
The tentative agenda is as follows:
I. Welcome
II. SAGA Updates
III. USGA Updates
IV. Dr. Robert Kelly- Vice President of Student Development
A.) Updates on Development of the West Quad
B.) Student Organization related space issues.
C.) Questions / Concerns
V. Candidates Speech for New Chief of Student Organizations
VI. Meet & Greet / Dinner
VII. Elections
VIII. Forum / Goals
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03-23-2010: USGA Elections
Elections for Unified Student Government Association (USGA) are fast approaching! If you are interested in a Senator position (7 positions for each class), President of USGA, Vice President of USGA or Chief Justice, you must attend one of three Candidates Meetings and turn in your Election Packet, which is available online at www.leaveyourmark2010.com, or via OrgSynC (media > files>USGA folder), or at the CFSU Info Desk.
USGA provides a great opportunity to get involved at Loyola, meet new people and create some change on campus. Email email@example.com if you have any questions, check out the website: www.leaveyourmark2010.com or the Facebook event: http://www.facebook.com/#!/event.php?eid=406311670585.
Candidates' Meetings:
Monday, March 22nd 9pm USGA office (CFSU LL 42T)Tuesday, March 23rd 7pm USGA office (CFSU LL 42T)
Wednesday, March 24th 9pm USGA office (CFSU LL 42T)Tell your friends, roommates, and classmates about the possibility of becoming a member of USGA!
03-19-2010: Apply to be a Welcome Week Leader!
Welcome Week Leader information and application instructions can be found in:
Media > Files > Welcome Week Leader Info
The Office of Student Activities & Greek Affairs is seeking enthusiastic and energetic student leaders to help facilitate Welcome Week programming for Fall 2010. The expectation of Welcome Week Leaders is that they will present Loyola University Chicago in a positive light and always represent the university well. Students must adhere to Jesuit ideals in their efforts to acclimate new students to campus.
Due date: Friday, April 9th at 5pm
Questions? Email firstname.lastname@example.com or call 773/508-8850.
03-19-2010: RSO Re-Registration Update
RSO re-registration for academic year 2010-11 is due Friday, April 30, 2010. If you are the organizational portal administrator, please submit your re-registration via OrgSync. Please go to: Settings > Renew Organizational Profile. Please be sure to update your organizational profile with re-registration. If your organization fails to re-register/update organizational profile, all privileges of your organization will be suspended (SAF funding, room reservation, etc.).
If you are interested in creating a new student organization, please personally register on OrgSync. Then select Join an Org > LUC Organizations > Register New Organization. Please visit www.luc.edu/activities for more information regarding guidelines for starting a new organization.
If you have any questions, please contact us at 773.508.8850 or firstname.lastname@example.com
03-18-2010: ABRs Due Friday, March 19, 2010
ABRs for the 2010-11 academic year are due by 5 PM on March 19, 2010 to the Student Activities & Greek Affairs office. Late submissions will not be accepted. ABR Hearings will be held Monday, March 22 through Friday, March 26, 2010. RSOs will receive results by Wednesday, March 31, 2010. If your organization would like to appeal the results of your budget request, appeal forms must be submitted by 5 PM Friday April 2, 2010. Results of appeals will be known by Wednesday, April 7, 2010.
If you have any questions, please contact Student Activities & Greek Affairs at 773.508.8850 or firstname.lastname@example.com.
03-04-2010: Panhellenic Extension Presentations!
Find out who could be the next Panhellenic Sorority on campus in the Fall 2010 semester at LUC! Everyone is invited to attend presentations held by Phi Mu, Alpha Delta Pi, and Chi Omega. Presentation dates and times are as follows
Wednesday, March 31: Phi Mu, IC 4th Floor 11:00AM
Tuesday, April 6: Alpha Delta Pi, IC 4th Floor 11:00AM
Thursday, April 8: Chi Omega, IC 4th Floor 10:00AM
Hope to see you all there!
Tricia Berryhill
Greek Affairs Graduate Assistant -
03-01-2010: Sigma Gamma Rho, Inc. Upcoming Event!
Hello All!
Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Inc. Delta Sigma Chapter & The Yellow Tea Rose Foundation Invites All Youth Ages 12-17 to"H3-Healthy Me, Healthy Choices, Healthy Living, Healthy Generations" on March 6 from 8:30AM - 1:30PM at Woodson South Elementary School 4414 South Evans, Chicago, Illinois. If you are interested in helping out or learning more about this event please contact Group Denis Fussell Monroe at email@example.com.
Tricia Berryhill -
02-24-2010: Final SFR Hearings!
The final SFR hearings are approaching! If your student organization or club is interested in sponsoring an event for the remaining spring 2010 semester, please submit SFR forms to the Office of Student Activities & Greek Affairs. Forms must be submitted by noon on Fridays prior to the hearing date. Please visit www.luc.edu/activites for more details.
Please note: Contracted events must be submitted at least 4 weeks prior to the event date and non-contracted events must be submitted at least 2 weeks prior to the event date.
If you have any questions, please contact the Office of Student Activities & Greek Affairs at 773.508.8850 or email@example.com.
02-24-2010: Final RSO Annual Budget Workshop!
The Office of Student Activities & Greek Affairs will be hosting the final Registered Student Organization (RSO) Annual Budget Workshops of the spring 2010 semester on Friday, March 5 from 2:30 until 4:30 PM in the IC 4th floor. These workshops will provide student organizations an overview of student organization accounts, define responsibilites and expectations of student officers and advisors, processes for programming, and provide procedures for obtaining Student Activity Fund (SAF) allocations.
Two (2) representatives of each student organization must attend a RSO budget workshop. Representatives may attend sessions separately. Attendance at the workshop places student organizations in good financial standing for Special Funding Request (SFRs), as well as Annual Budget Request (ABRs) for the 2010-11 academic year. Organization advisors are welcome to attend.
Please RSVP via OrgSync calendar. Please only 2 members per group. Be considerate - individuals who RSVP and do not attend will be limiting opportunities for others and may limit their group or groups' ability to receive funding.
For more information, please contact the Student Activities & Greek Affairs office at firstname.lastname@example.com or 773.508.8850.
02-24-2010: Senior Survey
Congratulations Class of 2010!
The SENIOR SURVEY is here! The SENIOR SURVEY asks you about the different activities and experiences in which you were involved as an undergraduate here at Loyola. The results of this survey will help shape future undergraduate programs on campus.
As a token of appreciation, all seniors who complete the questionnaire will be able to enter a drawing for a chance to win one of ten $100 prizes. The earlier you complete the survey, the greater your chance of winning!
Check your Loyola email for a message containing the link to the online questionnaire.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Kristin Espinosa or Megan Barry at firstname.lastname@example.com.
01-29-2010: Spring Academic Advising Workshops
Dear Student Organizations and Student Leaders,
Happy New Year and Welcome to the Spring 2010 semester. First and second year academic advising will be facilitating several workshops this semester and are very interested in collaborating with student organizations.
In addition to the workshops, first and second year advising would like to extend the offer to have advisors come directly to your student organizations to present workshops on the topics listed. If your student organization would like to schedule a workshop that is not listed, please contact Mary Sikora at firstname.lastname@example.com or Nicole Ruscheinski-Herion at firstname.lastname@example.com. Academic Advising would be happy to work directly with your organization to facilitate at a time that best suits your needs. Academic Adivising is excited to work with you this semester and wish you all the best on your academic endeavors.
(Please visit OrgSync for more details on the workshops. Go to: Media > Files > Academic Advising Workshops.)
01-21-2010: Programs/Fundraisers for Haiti
Dear students,
You are all aware of what has happened in Haiti and I am sure many of you have already responded by individually giving your support to the relief effort. However, many individuals, as well as student organizations, have expressed the desire to do more by fundraising or initiating programs around the fundraising efforts. If you have any ideas for programs or fundraisers to support the Haiti relief, please contact the Office of Student Activities & Greek Affairs at firstname.lastname@example.com.
Office of Student Activities & Greek Affairs
Loyola University Chicago
01-20-2010: Chance at a $1000 scholarship!
Re-imagine your campus and have a chance at a $1000 scholarship!
Be a part of Loyola history at a huge event taking place before the Ramblers-Valparaiso game on Saturday, January 23, 2010 at 1 p.m. in CFSU. Bring your student ID and come by for pizza, a free T-shirt, and lots more.
Each student will register as part of their favorite campus student organization (so don't forget your ID). The one organization with the most students participating will select one student to receive a $1000 scholarship in the name of that organization. Be prepared to pick only one organization as your favorite.
The fun begins at 1 p.m. in CFSU. Students will then march over to Alumni Gym at 1:45 to join the pre-game pep rally where BIG NEWS will be unveiled.
01-20-2010: SAGA Going Paperless!
In efforts to become more sustainable and "go green," the Office of Student Activities & Greek Affairs has made standard forms available online via OrgSync. These standard forms include: office supply order forms, credit card purchase forms, check requisitions, and reimbursement forms. These forms can be found under:
Tools > Forms. Please complete the appropriate form(s).If you are interested in registering a new organization, the registration form can be found under:
Join an Org > Select Loyola University Chicago Community > Register New Organiozation.These standard forms, as well as additional forms, will remain available for downloading on the Student Activities & Greek Affairs website at www.luc.edu/activites.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Office of Student Activities & Greek Affairs at 773.508.8850 or firstname.lastname@example.com.
01-16-2010: American Idol Viewing Party!
American Idol Viewing Party!
Date: January 19, 2010
Time: 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Location: Zip's Lounge, Lower Level of CFSU, Lake Shore Campus
Who: Open to all students, faculty, and staff!Loyola is proud to host an American Idol viewing party! Join fellow Loyolans to watch the American Idol episode that will feature Chicago auditions, and enjoy free give-aways from the FOX network, including an autographed poster signed by past American Idol contestants, iTunes gift cards, t-shirts, sweatshirts, radios, and more! Refreshments will be provided, so please come and join us!
Likely crashing the party is a camera crew from the local Chicago FOX affiliate (WFLD-TV), who will interview students for a feature that could air on their 9 p.m. newscast! So, be sure to stop by Zip's Lounge on Tuesday, January 19, at 6:30 p.m., to catch the 7 p.m. American Idol Chicago auditions episode!
12-11-2009: Spring Student Organization Fair
Registration for the Spring Student Organization Fair is now live!
Go to Tools > Forms > Register for the Spring Student Organization Fair.
Space is limited, and tables are granted on a first come, first served basis. Registration for the fair does not guarantee placement - please see the Spring Org Fair Policies under Media > Files > Spring Org Fair Policies.
No registrations will be taken via email or phone - all groups must register through OrgSync.
Registration closes at 11:59pm on Thursday, January 21st.
The Spring Student Organization Fair will be Wednesday, January 27th from 4pm-6pm in the Gentile Center. Table check-in begins at 3pm. Any questions should be directed to the Office of Student Activities & Greek Affairs at 773/508-8850 or firstname.lastname@example.com.
11-18-2009: RSO Annual Budget Workshop
The Office of Student Activities & Greek Affairs will be hosting three (3) Registered Student Organization (RSO) Annual Budget Workshops for the remainder of the fall 2009 semester. These workshops will provide student organizations an overview of student organization accounts, define responsibilites and expectations of student officers and advisors, processes for programming, and provide procedures for obtaining Student Activity Fund (SAF) allocations.
Two (2) representatives of each student organization must attend a RSO budget workshop. Representatives may attend sessions separately. Attendance at the workshop places student organizations in good financial standing for Special Funding Request (SFRs), as well as Annual Budget Request (ABRs) for the 2010-11 academic year. Organization advisors are welcome to attend.
Please RSVP via OrgSync calendar. Please only 2 members per group. Be considerate - individuals who RSVP and do not attend will be limiting opportunities for others and may limit their group or groups' ability to receive funding.
For more information, please contact the Student Activities & Greek Affairs office at firstname.lastname@example.com or 773.508.8850.
SESSIONS BEGIN TODAY! WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 18TH - Please see calendar for remaining dates.
11-05-2009: Ministry Sponsored Grief Groups
The University community is mourning the recent deaths of three Loyola students. Sarah Thomas, a senior at Loyola, passed away on October 14 due to complications from a long-term illness. Liza Whitacre, a junior, died in a bicycle accident on October 21. Most recently, Loyola student Nicole Dwyer died on October 28.Ministry is offering four opportunities for students to gather and share their experiences, feelings and stories of these or other loved ones who have gone before us. All are welcome to attend.Thursday November 12 4:00 - 5:30 PM CFSU Ministry OfficeSunday November 15 3:00-4:30 PM Mundelein Center 14th floorWednesday November 18 6:30 - 8 PM Mundelein Center 14th floorTuesday December 1 7-8:30 PM Stella Maris Chapel, 2nd floor of Mundelein CenterThis is not a memorial service or therapy group, rather a time to support one another as a community in our grief. Individual referrals and other resources will be made available.The contact person is Chaplain Jackie Marquez, email@example.com 773-508-2204 -
11-04-2009: Student Community Board
Student Community Board Recruitment: Make a difference in a unique leadership positionThe Student Community Board is a select group of students responsible for hearing cases of community misconduct. SCB members are also eligible to sit on the University Conduct Board for cases involving Class C violations, as outline in the Student Handbook. SCB will provide you with an opportunity to give back to the LUC community while gaining unique leadership experience! Applications are due this Friday, November 6th. This is a great opportunity that only a select amount of students are given the opportunity to have. See http://www.luc.edu/osccr/student_board.shtml for more information and applications. If you have any questions, please contact Troy Talkington, Graduate Assistant for the Office of Student Conduct & Conflict Resolution, at email@example.com or (773) 508-8890. -
09-08-2009: Administrator Access
After you create your account, you will need to complete the "Request for Administrator Access" form. You will find this in the forms module under tools. This will give you full access to your organization's portal.