October 28th, 2022

Welcome to the First-Year Feature!

The First-Year Feature is our bi-weekly newsletter created by first-years for first-years! Every other week, we will provide updates about what we are doing in SGA, athletics, events, and other "happenings" at Loyola. Feel free to reach out to any of our representatives at any time with comments, questions, and concerns! Click on the "First-Year Feature" banner to be taken to our class website.

Quick Information

A HUGE thank you to everyone who came out to help at York Community Day. We hope you had a great time and are looking forward to seeing many of you at more of these events. Keep an eye on your email inbox for emails from CCSJ.

As many of you know, there is a rumor going around that there are no classes on Tuesday due to All Saints' Day. These rumors are false. We HAVE classes on Tuesday, November 1st.

Upcoming Events

Here is a short list of upcoming events. 

• Murder Mystery Scavenger Hunt: Join the RA's of Hillside for a fun night of Murder Mystery Scavenger Hunt on Friday, October 28th from 8:00pm-10:00pm. This event is limited to Hillside residents only. Register on the Bridge!
  • Food will be provided by Chipotle Catering.
• Halloween Block Party: This upcoming Saturday, October 29th from 1:00pm-4:00pm is the Halloween Block Party hosted by CCSJ/YRI and SGA. Come check out the decorated truck from your class SGA, along with trunks from other student organizations. Come by and meet members of the York greater community!
• Class of 2026 Tabling Event: On Wednesday, November 2nd from 11:00am-2:00pm your class representatives will be holding a tabling event outside of Boulder Garden Cafe. We will be selling merchandise and answering questions. Come see our smiling faces and get to know some of your student leaders!
• Self-Defense Class: Join the Women's Center at the FAC for a self-defense class on Wednesday November 2nd from 5:00pm-6:00pm! Learn some tips and trips with trainer and professional boxer, Courtney Feldheim. All participants will receive a free water bottle. Register on the bridge; space is limited!
• York Road Community Day: Join CCSJ for York Road Community Day on Saturday, November 5th from 9:30am-12:30pm. Register on the Bridge.
  • All interested participants must complete the "Getting Ready for Service" tracklist on the Bridge BEFORE they can register for this event.  
  • If you have already completed the "Getting Ready for Service" tracklist and the registration options are not showing for you, please resubmit the CCSJ Service + Engagement Registration Form so that it indicates that you are interested in serving with this program.  Then, check the "Getting Ready for Service" tracklist and complete any outstanding items.
  • If you click the link to an individual event occurrence in the description and you cannot view it/register for it, it means you have not completed the registration requirement(s) properly.
• Midterm Workshop: On Monday, November 7th from 2:00pm-3:00pm there will be a midterm workshop hosted by the Office of Undergraduate Studies and held in Knott Hall B03. Register on the Bridge!
  • Midterm workshops, are required for any first or second-year student receiving a deficient midterm grade (C- or below), but are open to all Loyola students. The one-hour workshop will provide important information on a number of topics including academic deadlines and policies, support in accessing resources, and tips for success in your classes. 
• Class of 2026 Spring Registration: Spring registration for our class opens up on Wednesday, November 9th. Check your Student Planning Portal for your assigned date and time.
• York Road Community Day: Join CCSJ for York Road Community Day on Saturday, November 12th from 9:30am-12:30pm. Register on the Bridge.
  • All interested participants must complete the "Getting Ready for Service" tracklist on the Bridge BEFORE they can register for this event.  
  • If you have already completed the "Getting Ready for Service" tracklist and the registration options are not showing for you, please resubmit the CCSJ Service + Engagement Registration Form so that it indicates that you are interested in serving with this program.  Then, check the "Getting Ready for Service" tracklist and complete any outstanding items.
  • If you click the link to an individual event occurrence in the description and you cannot view it/register for it, it means you have not completed the registration requirement(s) properly.

Loyola Athletics

Would you like to support our student-athletes? Attend one (or many) of their games/events in your Loyola apparel! Click the button with the label "Athletic Schedule" and you will be taken to the Loyola Athletics schedule. Keep an eye out for your class representatives at any Loyola Athletic event!

Written by Cecilia Oliver