Please continue to submit early intervention forms for students of concern. That form can be found on our webiste or by clicking here.
A recording of our March Live Update meeting can be found by clicking here or by accessing our NEW newsletter and live update archive. More on that below.
Updates & Reminders
1. Transportation deadline is Thursday, March 27th. Please have all bus and motor pool requested submitted by then.
2. Last day for scheduled trips or activities with your groupis Monday, April 28th. Please share with your working group and plan effectively.
3. The Live Update and Newsletter Archive
Ever miss a newsletter? Couldn't catch the live update? Messina now has a complete archive of all 2024-2025 live updates and past newsletters under one roof. This can be accessed through the above link or found through the enrichment resources tab on our website.
4. Lunch and Learn goes breakfast?? Lunch and Learn becomes BRUNCH TIME AND CRUNCH TIME in March! Patrick Murnane will help you plan a final outing with your Messina group answering all your questions about transportation and activities, Moesha Graham will answer your questions about money and reimbursements, and we hope you will all share good ideas for getting out and about in Baltimore. Where do you go to get off campus? What activities have your students enjoyed? What do your students want to do?
Let’s all help each other give students a great experience while spending the last of our Working Group budgets! March 27th at 9am with breakfast in College Center 113 (behind Starbucks) – RSVP by 5pm on March 26.
5. Class of 2028: Declaration of Major Process
AASC opened up the declaration of major process for Class of 2028 on Monday. As a reminder, all students must officially declare their major, even if they indicated an intended major in the past.
Students who are ready to officially declare their major can fill out the Declaration of Major form (they have been emailed a fillable copy already) and then receive their Messina advisor's signature on the form (or email approval). Students should then bring the form to AASC in MH138.
Students who are not ready to officially declare their major may request an exploratory advisor to work with them in the third semester. This exploratory advisor will help students consider their strengths and interests, possible majors, and connect them with appropriate resources on campus that can assist with the discernment process. Students who would like to request an exploratory advisor should follow the instructions provided in the email on Monday.
All students will continue to work with their Messina advisors through the end of the spring semester. In the summer, AASC will email students the name of their major or exploratory advisor who will work with them in the future.
If you have any questions, please email aasc@loyola.edu or vlgue@loyola.edu
Student Leadership Corps applications
Exciting News, the Student Leadership Corps (SLC) applications for Fall of 2025 are now open!
SLC is Loyola's student leadership development program, designed to equip sophomores with the interpersonal skills and experience needed to step confidently into leadership roles-on campus and beyond. If you are or know a rising sophomore (current first-year) who would benefit from a dynamic leadership development experience or is eager to grow into a well-rounded leader, encourage them to apply today!
To apply, please click HERE. Applications close on Tuesday, April 1st at 11:55pm.
To find a list of available information sessions, please go to The Bridge > Student Leadership Corps. (SLC) group > Events. Registration is required.
For additional questions, please email Laura Kuhns, Assistant Director for Student Engagement, at lkuhns@loyola.edu.”
Finding Your Focus Workshop
The Career Center is hosting a workshop with first-year students in mind! Please see below if you have any students struggling to pick a major.
Are you unsure about your major? Looking for the right focus that fits you and your goals? Want to know about the career options for majors you are considering? Be prepared for course registration! Join us to learn about some of the key considerations, tips, and resources when selecting a major.
Please join Messina and Phi Beta Kappa as welcome Visiting Scholar Tammy Kernodle to campus on Thursday, March 27th from 4:30pm to 6pm in McGuire Hall West
Apply for HAP!
The Hound Activities and Programming board is taking applications for the 2025-26 school year! If you’re interested in campus programming, leadership development, and meeting new people, HAP may be for you. Students can apply for one of five committees: School Spirit and Greyhound Pride, Marketing, Club Connections, Evening Events, and Signature Events and Traditions. Every committee plans numerous events throughout the academic year, ranging from craft and movie nights to Athletics support, performances, off-campus trips, and the creation of new campus traditions. Each committee consists of general members and a committee chair/s. All experience levels and class years welcome for this fun opportunity! To learn more and apply, check out our Bridge event. Email advisor Olivia Baumgartner (obaumgartner@loyola.edu) or HAP President Ellie Reynolds (ereynolds1@loyola.edu) with any questions or to discuss.
Students can register events through The Bridge (links below). View the Calendar tab of the Messina website for a complete list of events for the semester.
