From: Messina
Date: November 7, 2024
Subject: Messina Newsletter - Week of 11/4/24



Messina Newsletter

Action Items

  • Early Intervention Check-In Forms: please submit these any time you have a student of concern throughout the semester. Any member of the working group can submit one. There is no deadline for these. The form can be found here. 
  • Transportation Deadline Thursday, November 14th
    A reminder that all transportation requests still must be submitted via the Logistical Request FormPlease allow approximately 30 days notice for transportation requests. Contact Patrick Murnane at pmurnane@loyola.edu if you have a trip idea that's less than 30 days out prior to submitting.

Updates & Reminders

  1. Academic Integrity Tutorial PAST Due for Students: 
    This is an important reminder that the online Academic Integrity Tutorial is a requirement in order for them to register for spring classes. These were due Friday, October 25th, with all grades at 100%

    They can still access the tutorial at www.loyola.edu/integritytutorial, or through "My Classes (Moodle)" on inside.loyola.edu. Should you have questions, please contact Mr. Mark Lee at mslee@loyola.edu or the Honor Council at honorcouncil@loyola.edu.

    2. The Phi Beta Kappa Keynote Speaker (Tammy Kernodle) for tonight's event has been postponed to the spring semester. More information will be shared in January. 

    3. November Lunch & Learn: 
    The next Lunch and Learn will be on Wednesday, November 13th at 12pm in Sellinger 105. The focus is on team building opportunities and resources for managing conflict. Often these two ideas work together! Lunch will be delicious and free - RSVP by Monday, November 11.

    4. We're hiring!
    Messina will have two open work study positions heading into the spring semester. The jobs should be posted on Handshake next week but if you know any qualified students, please email pmurnane@loyola.edu 

a flyer for an upcoming off-campus event to local mosques

Interfaith Field Trip Sunday 11/10

All first-year students are invited to explore Baltimore and explore the French connection to the Arab World on a field trip this Sunday. More details can be found on the Bridge. 

a list of all fall 2024 plays, musicals, and campus performances

Catch a Play or Performance!

Not many acts left to see this semester. Get your tickets soon!

Flyer for the first year ignite retreat

Ignite Retreat is Back!

All First-Year students are invited to our First Year Ignite Retreat with Campus Ministry! Students will have the opportunity to build connections and friendships with other first years and learn more about Ignatian Spirituality! Open to all faith traditions and backgrounds. All are welcome!

When: November 8-10, 2024

Location: Loyola Retreat Center, Flintstone, MD (transportation to and from the retreat center is provided)

Questions? Contact Mark Dushel at mdushel@loyola.edu or Yulianna Otero Asmar at yoteroasmar@loyola.edu

 

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Upcoming Events

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.  
   
Friday, November 15th
7:00pm 9:00pm How Well Do You Know Your Roommate Game Show McGuire Hall West Residence Life & Messina
 
Saturday, December 7th
6:00pm 10:00pm Hampden Lights Shuttles Shuttles depart from Newman Messina

Important Dates

(See our Ongoing Support for Working Groups tab of the Messina website for more details about Messina submissions.)  
  • Wednesday, November 13: Registration for Spring 2025 semester (Class of 2028)
  • Monday, December 2: Course Withdrawal Period ends for Fall Semester; last day to withdraw from a course with a grade of W
  • Thursday, December 12: Enrichment audit due (submitted by mentor)  

Quick Links


Need to arrange transportation or submit a reimbursement, cash advance, or Pcard budget number change? 
Use the Working Group Logistical Request Form

Share working group photos by emailing messina@loyola.edu

Technology issues in the classroom -- submit a ticket to Tech Services or call 410-617-2255

Tax Exemption Certificate -- when possible, please be sure to use this certificate when making purchases for your Messina working group

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