Campus News – 91 Catholic, Liberal Arts | Dubuque, IA Mon, 06 Jul 2026 17:22:57 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0.1 /wp-content/uploads/cropped-loras-favicon-with-background-480x480.png Campus News – 91 32 32 From Loras to the Big Leagues /news/from-loras-to-the-big-leagues/ Mon, 06 Jul 2026 17:22:57 +0000 /?p=70492 Kylie DeWees (’17) Marketing A native of Marion, Iowa, Kylie DeWees (’17) chose Loras because it offered the opportunity to stay close to family while continuing her tennis career. The College’s strong alumni network, faith, and welcoming community made it an easy decision. Although she arrived at Loras unsure of her career path, Kylie quickly discovered the value of a Marketing…

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]]> Loras Creative Media Students Earn State and Regional Honors for Film and Media Work /news/loras-creative-media-2026/ Tue, 23 Jun 2026 19:49:23 +0000 /?p=70410 Spring is widely regarded as the premier season for film festivals and awards ceremonies recognizing excellence in creative projects from the previous year. 91 Creative Media students have continued that tradition, earning multiple state and regional honors for their outstanding work. At the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS) Student Production Awards hosted by…

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]]> 91 Students Earn National Recognition at FBLA National Leadership Conference  /news/fbla-nationals-2026/ Thu, 18 Jun 2026 13:36:49 +0000 /?p=70366 The conference attracted more than 1,300 students, educators and volunteers from nearly 200 colleges and universities across 29 states and territories. Participants competed in 42 business-related events for scholarships and cash prizes totaling nearly $60,000 while taking part in educational workshops and networking opportunities with employers and industry professionals.

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]]> $20.1 Million Reasons for Gratitude /news/20-1-million-reasons-for-gratitude/ Tue, 16 Jun 2026 19:53:18 +0000 /?p=70313 91 is excited to announce the 13-month, $20 million Rooted in Legacy, Rising Together cash campaign launched in May 2025 was successful. As of May 31, 2026, Loras achieved its goal, raising $20.1 million, while marking the College’s best fundraising year in school history. This goal was accomplished through the generosity and support of 5,500 alumni, friends and community members who…

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]]> A Vision for Care /news/a-vision-for-care/ Tue, 16 Jun 2026 14:19:35 +0000 /?p=70351 Zach Ney (’20) Biochemistry & Neuroscience Dr. Zachary Ney (’20) always knew he wanted a career that combined science, technology, and working with people. Growing up in Hartley, Iowa, he began exploring colleges early and found himself drawn to Loras after a campus visit during his sophomore year of high school. “I fell in love with the campus the second I walked on,” Zach said.

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]]> Where Passion Became Purpose /news/where-passion-became-purpose/ Tue, 12 May 2026 14:06:04 +0000 /?p=69864 Emma Walsh ’17 Kinesiology & Exercise Science Emma Walsh (’17) turned her Loras experience into a purpose-driven career rooted in service, philanthropy, and global impact. Originally from the northwest suburbs of Chicago, Emma grew up visiting the Galena area with her family every Fourth of July. Those trips made the Dubuque area feel familiar, so when it came time to begin her college…

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]]> 2026 Co-Curricular Awards /news/2026-co-curricular-awards/ Thu, 30 Apr 2026 12:39:42 +0000 /?p=69737 91 recognized outstanding student organizations, student leaders and faculty and staff during the 2026 Co-Curricular Awards, celebrating those who have made a meaningful impact on campus life through leadership, service, collaboration and community engagement. The annual awards highlight the vital role co-curricular involvement plays in the formation of the whole person…

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]]> Award-winning Filmmaker Craig Schaefer to Deliver 91 187th Commencement Address /news/loras-college-187th-commencement-address/ Tue, 14 Apr 2026 17:19:01 +0000 /?p=69336 Schaefer, who has been a member of the Loras faculty since 1993, will also be recognized as professor emeritus upon his retirement at the end of the 2026 academic year, concluding 33 years of service. As professor of creative media, Schaefer played a transformative role in shaping Loras’ creative media program. Throughout his career, he taught courses in production, sports media and media…

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]]> A Path Unfolding /news/a-path-unfolding/ Thu, 09 Apr 2026 11:55:41 +0000 /?p=69309 Ervin Yahr III (’19) English Literature & Politics Ervin Yahr III (’19) embodies what it means to stay open to growth, embrace community, and follow where opportunity leads. Originally from Decorah, Iowa, Ervin was raised with an appreciation for liberal arts education, but Loras wasn’t initially at the top of his list. With his sister, Kaitlin (Yahr) Pohland (’16)…

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]]> 91 Launches Marquette 3+3 Law Program; Moot Court Team Competes on National Stage /news/marquette-33-law-program-moot-court-team-competes-on-national-stage/ Thu, 19 Mar 2026 18:02:19 +0000 /?p=68109 91 is pleased to announce a 3+3 law program partnership with Marquette University Law School, creating an accelerated pathway for students pursuing careers in law. The agreement allows qualified Loras students to complete three years of undergraduate coursework before transitioning directly into law school, earning both their bachelor’s degree and Juris Doctor in six years.

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