In her first interview since the inauguration, LMU alumna Dr. Joan Wicks, mother of inaugural poet Amanda Gorman, shares with the Loyolan why LMU is such a special place for her entire family. Watch here as she discusses everything from the political climate in their household as Amanda Gorm…
On this episode of 100 Lions, we talked to Leezel Tanglao '04 about her work in journalism and communications post-grad, Tayo Help, the COVID-19 help desk for Filipinos that she works on, and what she misses about LMU.
In recent months, the LMU women's basketball team has been working on a number of social justice initiatives. Here, we sat down with them to learn more about what their individualized, social justice-related jerseys mean to them.
"Shut up and dribble" has long been the thinking many have had about the intersection of sports and social justice. But we talked with members of the LMU women's basketball team about the power that their voices as athletes have.
Who do you think is going to win tomorrow's Super Bowl? Our sports section sat down to discuss who they think will bring home the Vince Lombardi trophy. Vote on who you think is going to win here!
The Loyolan sets out to get students' thoughts on LMU dining, but their investigation takes a turn when they run into a student who has a … unique dining habit. Read morePalm Talk: NEW Iggy's Mystery Meals
On Oct. 27, students from second to sixth grade were invited to join in a fun-filled Halloween Carnival on LMU's campus. LMU’s clubs, fraternities, and service organizations took part in hosting games and events for the kids. Check out this year’s annual Fright Night to find out more! Read moreFright Night 2022
On Oct. 14, the final film of the Halloween franchise was released in theaters all across the U.S. Watch Video Intern Brandon Morris hit the streets of LMU to review the new Halloween Ends film! Read moreLOY Movie Reviews Episode 1: Halloween Ends
On Oct. 21 and 22, William H. Hannon Library hosted its annual Haunting of Hannon. This year’s theme was Widdershins, inspired by the Difficult Fairies exhibit featured in the current Hannon Archives. LMU Theatre Arts students with writer/director Kevin Wetmore put on a chilling and dynamic … Read moreThe Haunting of Hannon X: Widdershins
Sodexo workers speak out on a list of workplace grievances, including weeks of unpaid labor, lack of formal training and unprompted schedule changes. Read moreSodexo workers allege poor treatment and weeks of unpaid labor
The Lair has a new look this semester. Check out our video team give their thoughts on the Fall 2022 Lair pizza! Read moreLOY Food Reviews Episode 1: Lair Pizza
Sick and tired of the standard LMU tour? Tune in to this informative, very in-depth look across campus conducted by Jeanie Laybourn, in collaboration with the Bluff. Read moreA Quick Look Around LMU with Jeanie Laybourn
As the sun set over the Bluff and Fallapalooza 2022 kicked into gear, fellow students dressed themselves in their best festival outfits and headed out to Sunken Gardens. Check out these fit checks in collaboration with Life and Arts! Read moreFalla fit checks: Lions flaunt their festival style
The Loyolan sets out to get students' thoughts on LMU dining, but their investigation takes a turn when they run into a student who has a … unique dining habit. Palm Talk: NEW Iggy's Mystery Meals
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The Loyolan sets out to get students' thoughts on LMU dining, but their investigation takes a turn when they run into a student who has a … unique dining habit. Read morePalm Talk: NEW Iggy's Mystery Meals
On Oct. 27, students from second to sixth grade were invited to join in a fun-filled Halloween Carnival on LMU's campus. LMU’s clubs, fraternities, and service organizations took part in hosting games and events for the kids. Check out this year’s annual Fright Night to find out more! Read moreFright Night 2022
On Oct. 14, the final film of the Halloween franchise was released in theaters all across the U.S. Watch Video Intern Brandon Morris hit the streets of LMU to review the new Halloween Ends film! Read moreLOY Movie Reviews Episode 1: Halloween Ends
On Oct. 21 and 22, William H. Hannon Library hosted its annual Haunting of Hannon. This year’s theme was Widdershins, inspired by the Difficult Fairies exhibit featured in the current Hannon Archives. LMU Theatre Arts students with writer/director Kevin Wetmore put on a chilling and dynamic … Read moreThe Haunting of Hannon X: Widdershins
Sodexo workers speak out on a list of workplace grievances, including weeks of unpaid labor, lack of formal training and unprompted schedule changes. Read moreSodexo workers allege poor treatment and weeks of unpaid labor
The Lair has a new look this semester. Check out our video team give their thoughts on the Fall 2022 Lair pizza! Read moreLOY Food Reviews Episode 1: Lair Pizza
Sick and tired of the standard LMU tour? Tune in to this informative, very in-depth look across campus conducted by Jeanie Laybourn, in collaboration with the Bluff. Read moreA Quick Look Around LMU with Jeanie Laybourn
As the sun set over the Bluff and Fallapalooza 2022 kicked into gear, fellow students dressed themselves in their best festival outfits and headed out to Sunken Gardens. Check out these fit checks in collaboration with Life and Arts! Read moreFalla fit checks: Lions flaunt their festival style
With Fallapalooza just around the corner, many rumors have sprung up about who will be the guest performer this year. We asked LMU students who they predict will be the headlining artist. Watch here to find out more! Read moreLMU ON: Fallapalooza Predictions
On March 27, The Academy hosted its 94th award ceremony, featuring Hollywood's best films and most prominent actors. Of the 24 categories, winners featured: CODA (2021) for Best Picture, Will Smith for Best Actor and Encanto (2021) for Best Animated Feature. This ceremony, among personal tur… Read moreLMU ON: The Oscars
For decades, the character of Batman has gone through several different actors and countless adaptations. In honor of the release of “The Batman,” the Loyolan took to streets of LMU to see which actor does it best. Want to know which Batman is students’ favorite? Watch here to find out! Read moreLMU ON: Who's your favorite Batman?
We caught students around campus to hear about what they listened to in 2021. Watch them share their Spotify Wrapped results. Read moreLMU On: Spotify Wrapped
Have you ever wondered what goes on behind-the-scenes at the Distribution Center? Watch to find out how the facility manages the 15,000+ packages that Operations Supervisor Edgar Flores says come through on a weekly basis. Read more@LMU: The Distribution Center
The Loyolan went behind the scenes of the ninth annual Haunting of Hannon show, Last Ride on the Cyclone. Watch to learn more about this year's theme and the collaboration between William H. Hannon Library and the theatre arts department. Read more@LMU: Haunting of Hannon IX
On Feb. 29, a statue in honor of LMU Basketball legend Hank Gathers was unveiled in front of Gersten Pavilion. Watch to hear people speak on Gathers and his legacy at LMU. Read more@LMU: Remembering Hank Gathers
Batter up! LMU Baseball invited Loyolan Design Editor Kate Leahy to show her skills by throwing the first pitch at a game last weekend. Here, get a behind the scenes look into her training process with Sports Editor Alex Hutton. Read more@LMU: The First Pitch
As an alumnus and longtime supporter of LMU Baseball, Bob McLain ('68), also known as "Rally Pop Bob," is known for passing out Tootsie Pops to fans at baseball games. The Loyolan sat down with him to learn about his personal connection to LMU after graduation and more. Read more100 Lions: Bob McLain (E54)
Professor Tara Pixley, Ph.D., has had years of experience in bringing their passion for telling the stories of marginalized individuals to their career as a visual journalist. The Loyolan sat down with them to get their thoughts on journalism's purpose and more. Read more100 Lions: Tara Pixley (E53)
On this semester's last episode of 100 Lions, we catch up with junior English major, ASLMU Vice President of Student Wellness and 2021 Newman Civic Fellow Hannah Stewart. Watch her discuss her involvement on campus, passion for advocating for mental health and potential plans post-grad. Read more100 Lions: Hannah Stewart (E52)
The most recent recipients of the President's Award, Emeritus Professor Dr. Robert (Bob) Singleton and wife Helen Singleton, M.A. ('85), were Freedom Riders in the '60s before their longstanding involvements with teaching and the arts. The Loyolan sat down with them to discuss their careers,… Read more100 Lions: Bob and Helen Singleton (E51)
We’ve all heard the name Tiffany Day, but do you know who’s behind the magic of her music videos? Meet Simon Moore, an SFTV major here at LMU and producer of Tiffany’s most recent music video, “Broken Plates.” Read more5 Burning Questions with Simon Moore
Have you seen the aerial acrobats practicing in the courtyard by Palms North and South? They might be Jessie Nial and Blake Borders, founder and vice president (respectively) of the new Aerial Fitness Club on campus. Watch to find out how they got interested in the art. Read more4 Burning Questions with 2 Aerial Acrobatics
Stephen Lease, co-founder and CEO of goodr, is no stranger to failure, but this did not stop him from persevering in his entrepreneurial endeavors. He sat down with the Loyolan to talk business. Read more5 Burning Questions with Stephen Lease
Did you know that an LMU student worked on Doja Cat's latest album? We sat down with senior film and television production major Noah Glassman to learn more about his work as Mix Giant on "Planet Her." Read more5 Burning Questions with Noah Glassman
On March 7, LMU transitioned to its mask-optional policy for the entire staff and student body. In collaboration with the Bluff, the Loyolan took to the streets of campus to see what students’ opinions are on this new protocol. Let’s just say people are not feeling the facial hair... Read morePalm Talk: How are students adjusting to the new mask mandate?
Bluff Studios takes time out of its insanely busy schedule to shine a spotlight on small businesses, starting with Medici Meduci's Coffee. Read moreBluff Studios Presents: Small Business Spotlight - Medici Meduci's Coffee
KiwiBots are truly the most mysterious things on campus, followed closely by that weird smell in the University Hall parking structure. Hopefully, this documentary of the elusive creatures in their natural habitat will shine a spotlight on LMU's four-legged robots. Read moreThe Kiwibot
Taylor Pajunen and Branden Estrada share their unique perspectives on mental health as student athletes in the fourth and final episode of #ShareYourStoryLMU. Read more#ShareYourStoryLMU (ep. 4): "The Athletes"
LMU professor Dr. Susie McDaniel discusses her mental health journey, including the heartbreak of having a child diagnosed with bipolar disorder in the third episode of #ShareYourStoryLMU. Read more#ShareYourStoryLMU (ep. 3): "The Parent"
LMU addiction specialist Bradley Smith shares how his mental health journey helped him discover his life’s calling in the second episode of #ShareYourStoryLMU. Read more#ShareYourStoryLMU (ep. 2): “The Counselor”
Mental heath affects 1 in 4 students on college campuses, yet is a topic not widely discussed at universities. The Los Angeles Loyolan and Roar Studios set out to bring awareness to what individuals at LMU face in their daily lives and how we can best support one another. Premiering April 16. Read more#ShareYourStoryLMU Trailer
