The University Bulletin is an annual publication of Loyola University New Orleans that itemizes academic polices, academic program requirements, and a catalog of course descriptions. Updates to academic regulations, policies, and procedures take place on an annual basis and cover these items for all students attending Loyola University.
About Loyola
Loyola University New Orleans, a Jesuit and Catholic institution of higher education, welcomes students of diverse backgrounds and prepares them to lead meaningful lives with and for others; to pursue truth, wisdom, and virtue; and to work for a more just world. Inspired by Ignatius of Loyola's vision of finding God in all things, the university is grounded in the liberal arts and sciences, while also offering opportunities for professional studies in undergraduate and selected graduate programs. Through teaching, research, creative activities, and service, the faculty, in cooperation with the staff, strives to educate the whole student and to benefit the larger community.
University Mission Statement
Approved by Loyola University New Orleans Board of Trustees
March 5, 2004
Loyola University New Orleans is a Jesuit university founded by the Society of Jesus and chartered on April 15, 1912, with ownership vested in the Loyola community of Jesuit Fathers. The university was authorized to grant degrees by The General Assembly of Louisiana for the year 1912. Loyola University New Orleans is a member of the Association of Jesuit Colleges & Universities (AJCU).
All educational programs and activities are open to all qualified persons without regard to age, color, disability, national origin, race, religion, sex/gender, or sexual orientation in the true spirit of Christian love and charity and the Jesuit commitment to social justice.
Loyola is committed to the task of equipping its students to know themselves, their world, and their potential. It operates from the belief that to perform that function properly, it must strive to be an academic community composed in a manner fitting today’s pluralistic society and ecumenical age. Students of all beliefs and faiths are welcome at Loyola.
Accreditation
Loyola University New Orleans is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, baccalaureate, masters, and doctoral degrees. Questions about the accreditation of Loyola University New Orleans may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 3033-4092, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).
Bulletin Directory
The University Bulletin is an important document that details program requirements and academic regulations. Students are responsible for the degree program requirements listed in the bulletin at their time of matriculation. This bulletin is the official bulletin for students who begin their study in May 2021, June 2021, July 2021, August 2021, October 2021, January 2022 and March 2022. For previous entry years see the Bulletin Archive. The university reserves the right to make changes as required in course offerings, curricula, academic policies, and other rules and regulations affecting students.
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University Administrators
| President's Office | |
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| Interim President | Fr. Justin Daffron, Ph.D., S.J. |
| Vice President for Equity & Inclusion | Kedrick Perry, Ed.D. |
| Interim Vice President for Mission & Identity | Thomas Ryan, Ph.D. |
| Vice President for University Advancement | Christopher Wiseman, Ph.D. |
| General Counsel | Sharonda Williams, J.D. |
| Board of Trustees 2022-2023 | Full List of Officers, Members, & Trustee Emeriti |
| Academic Affairs | |
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| Provost & Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs | Tanuja Singh, D.B.A. |
| College of Arts & Sciences - Dean | Maria Calzada, Ph.D. |
| College of Business - Dean | Michael Capella, Ph.D. |
| College of Law - Dean | Madeleine M. Landrieu, J.D. |
| College of Music & Media - Dean | Kern Maass, M.F.A. |
| College of Nursing & Health - Dean | Michelle Collins, Ph.D. |
| Online & City College - Dean | Paul Cesarini, Ph.D. |
| University Library - Interim Dean | Laurie Phillips, M.L.S |
| Vice Provost | Uriel Quesada, Ph.D. |
| Associate Vice Provost | Erin Dupuis, Ph.D. |
| Associate Vice Provost | Elizabeth Rainey, Ed.D. |
| Enrollment Management | |
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| Vice President of Enrollment Management & Chief Enrollment Officer | Nathan Ament, M.A. |
| Finance & Administration | |
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| Senior Vice President of Finance & Chief Operating Officer | Carol Markowitz, M.B.A. |
| Marketing & Communications | |
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| Vice President for Marketing and Communications | Rachel Hoormann, M.L.S. |
| Student Affairs | |
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| Vice President for Student Affairs | Alicia Bourque, Ph.D. |