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Contents
Contents ....................................................................................................................................................... 1
CHAPTER ONE: Welcome to Loyola University New Orleans! ...................................................................... 3
Quick Guide to Campus Resources for First-Year Students ..................................................................... 4
Academic Support and Tutoring ........................................................................................................... 4
College Advising Offices ....................................................................................................................... 4
Other Campus Resources ..................................................................................................................... 4
Liberal Education and the Loyola Core: The Values in Our Values ......................................................... 5
The Jesuit Ideals ....................................................................................................................................... 6
The History of LOYNO .............................................................................................................................. 6
The Arrival of the Jesuits ...................................................................................................................... 6
Establishment of New Orleans' first Jesuit college ............................................................................... 6
Loyola College opens ............................................................................................................................ 7
Becoming a university .......................................................................................................................... 8
Loyola Symbols ........................................................................................................................................ 9
Presidential Seal ................................................................................................................................... 9
Wolf Pack Athletic Logo ........................................................................................................................ 9
Havoc T. Wolf ....................................................................................................................................... 9
CHAPTER TWO: Transitioning to College .................................................................................................... 10
Life as a College Student ........................................................................................................................ 11
1.

Realize that College is Different from High School ..................................................................... 11

2.

Get Involved. .............................................................................................................................. 11

Student Handbook ................................................................................................................................. 12

What To Do the First Week of Class ....................................................................................................... 12
CHAPTER 3: Succeeding at Loyola .............................................................................................................. 13
Managing Time and Tasks ...................................................................................................................... 14
Helpful Web Sites/Podcasts ............................................................................................................... 14
In the Classroom .................................................................................................................................... 15
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Taking Notes ....................................................................................................................................... 15
Class Discussions ................................................................................................................................ 15
Helpful Web Sites ............................................................................................................................... 15
Reading .................................................................................................................................................. 16
Helpful Web Sites ............................................................................................................................... 16
Learning and Studying ............................................................................................................................ 17
Technology Tips: Studying in the 21st Century .................................................................................. 17
Helpful Web Sites ............................................................................................................................... 18
Preparing For and Taking Tests .............................................................................................................. 19
Helpful Web Sites ............................................................................................................................... 19
Researching ............................................................................................................................................ 20
Helpful Web Sites ............................................................................................................................... 20
loyno lingo (a glossary) .......................................................................................................................... 21

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CHAPTER ONE: Welcome to Loyola University New Orleans!

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Quick Guide to Campus Resources for First-Year Students

In an Emergency, including Crisis Counseling 24/7/365, call LUPD at 504/865-3434

Academic Support and Tutoring
Student Success Center

Marquette 112

Mathematics Center

Monroe 403

Writing Across the Curriculum

Marquette 112

Foreign Language Center

Bobet 114

College of Arts and Sciences

Bobet 202

College of Business

Miller 206

College Advising Offices

College of Music and Fine Arts

Other Campus Resources
Bursars Office

Communications 165

Thomas 206

Career Development Center

Danna Center, 2nd floor

Counseling Center

Danna Center, 2nd floor

Disability Services

Marquette 112

Financial Aid and Scholarships

Thomas 410

IT Help Desk

504-865-2255

Mission and Ministry

Bobet 104

Residential Life

Biever Hall, 1st floor

Safety Escorts

504-865-3434

Shuttle Services

504-314-7233 (for night shuttle service, 8pm-4am)

Student Finance

Thomas Hall 406

Student Health

Danna Center, lower

Student Records

Thomas 204

Study Abroad

Mercy 301

Womens Resource Center

Marquette 315 and 318

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Liberal Education and the Loyola Core: The Values in Our Values

Most American colleges and universities require a common set of courses to be completed by every
student at the institution. These requirements go by various names: general education courses,
distribution requirements, or the core curriculum. These requirements typically emphasize broad
training across a range of disciplines in keeping with the best practices of liberal education. The
Association of American Colleges and Universities defines liberal education as an approach to college
learning that empowers individuals and prepares them to deal with complexity, diversity, and change.
(https://www.aacu.org/leap/what-is-a-liberal-education). Liberal education is thus not only the critical
foundation upon which specialized study in a major and professional training are built; it is a
prerequisite to full participation in civic life and the global economy by all free (in Latin liberalis, hence
liberal education) citizens.
Loyola University expresses its commitment to the principles of liberal education through our Loyola
Core. More than just a set of academic requirements in the humanities, arts, and natural and social
sciences, the Loyola Core equips students to:

understand the world as it is and how they can work to make it better,
focus on the values that shape their lives,
free themselves from prejudice and unexamined views, and
acquire knowledge and skills that inspire them to act and reflect critically on their actions as
they seek the creation of a more just world.

The mission of the Loyola Core is to educate the whole person, a central tenet of the Ignatian vision of
education, and to link academic excellence to the pursuit of social justice. In the tradition of Jesuit
education going back to the founder of the Society of Jesus, Saint Ignatius of Loyola (1491-1556), we
encourage students to be contemplatives in action who reflect on their knowledge and experience to
become selfless in the service of others. We do this through a holistic curriculum designed to form
students of competence, conscience, and compassion who will graduate with a full understanding of
disciplinary knowledge, the ability to think critically, a sense of self-awareness, and a commitment to a
life of learning and service.
The First-Year Seminar exemplifies the principles and values of the Loyola Core by modeling for
students the inter-relatedness of human knowledge characteristic of liberal and Jesuit education. We
do not, in other words, study for history for historys sake or literature in order to be able to say we have
read the classics. Instead we pursue questions of enduring value from a range of perspectives in order
to formulate sophisticated responses to the complex challenges of our world. The First-Year Seminar
immerses students in topics from gender and Mardi Gras to violence in video games, from the making of
medieval monsters to the building of the atomic bomb, and from politics and the U.S. Constitution to
philosophy on board the U.S.S. Enterprise in order to invite students to examine their values in an
environment of critical inquiry and spirited intellectual exchange. The First-Year Seminarand the
Loyola Core in generalequips students with the skills to help them succeed in college and the values
that will lend meaning to their lives.
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The Jesuit Ideals

In front of Loyola University New Orleans' J. Edgar and Louise S. Monroe Library, there is a walkway, a
joint gift of the classes of 2002 and 2003, which reminds all who walk campus of the Jesuit ideals of:

Pursuit Of Excellence
Respect For The World, Its History And Mystery
Learning From Experience
Contemplative Vision Formed By Hope
Development Of Personal Potential
Critical Thinking And Effective Communication
Appreciation Of Things Both Great And Small
Commitment To Service
Special Concern For The Poor And Oppressed
Linking Faith With Justice
International And Global Perspective
Discerning Mindset: Finding God In All Things

The History of LOYNO

The Arrival of the Jesuits
The Jesuits were among the earliest settlers of New Orleans and Louisiana. A Jesuit chaplain
accompanied Iberville on his second expedition, and the fathers are credited with introducing the
growing of sugar cane to Louisiana, paving the way for one of the states prime industries. They probably
brought this from their West Indies farms and planted it on the plantation they bought from former
Governor Bienville in 1725. This tract, used by the fathers as a staging area or supply base for their
activities in ministering to the needs of settlers and Indians in the up-country, was located "across the
common" (now Canal Street), running along the Mississippi River to what is now Jackson Avenue. When
the Jesuit order was banned from the French colonies in 1763, the land was sold at public auction.
The citys leaders, including Bienville, had long hoped for a Jesuit college. After the Jesuit order was
restored, the Bishop of New Orleans implored the Jesuits in France to come to the city. In 1837, seven
Jesuit priests arrived. After weighing several sites, they decided that Grand Coteau, in St. Landry Parish,
was a better site for their boarding college than the fever-ridden city.

Establishment of New Orleans' first Jesuit college

Meanwhile, New Orleans continued its dramatic growth, despite yellow fever. The desire for a Jesuit
college here intensified in both the citizens and the fathers. In 1847, the priests bought a small piece of
the same land they had owned nearly a century before, and in 1849, the College of the Immaculate
Conception opened its doors at the corner of Baronne and Common streets.
This college became a well-established and beloved institution. As the city grew, however, it became
obvious to Rev. John OShanahan, S.J., superior general of the province, that the downtown area would
become too congested for a college. He began looking for a suburban site.
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The Cotton Centennial Exposition in 1884 had given impetus to the development of the uptown section
of the city, especially around Audubon Park. This area was reached by the New Orleans and Carrollton
Railroad which ran from Lee Circle to the City of Carrollton on the present roadbed of the St. Charles
streetcar line. Father OShanahan learned that a large site directly across from the park was available.
This was the site of the Foucher Plantation, owned by Paul Foucher, son of a New Orleans mayor and
son-in-law of Etienne de Bore, famed as the granulator of sugar from cane syrup.
The entire Foucher site was offered to Father OShanahan for the sum of $75,500. It included the land
now occupied by Loyola and Tulane universities, and Audubon Place. The priests advisers dissuaded him
from purchasing this lest the acquisition of such a large tract bring on the charge of commercialism. He
acceded, but said later he wished he had not since he could have within 10 days sold enough of the
property "to pay for the entire tract I bought and to put aside a sinking fund for the education of our
young men."
The section of the Foucher estate Father OShanahan bought in 1886 fronted on St. Charles and ran
approximately to the Claiborne canal. It was purchased with the assistance of Chief Justice Edward
Douglass White, a Jesuit alumnus, and the Brousseau family. The price was $22,500, paid in three
installments at six percent interest. On the day the act was signed, the fathers were offered $7,500
more for the property.
In May 1890, the parish of Most Holy Name of Jesus was established for the area. Rev. John Downey,
S.J., was the first pastor. A frame church, known affectionately among Orleanians as "Little Jesuits," was
built, and Mass was celebrated in it in May 1892.

Loyola College opens

In 1904, the long-planned Loyola College, together with a preparatory academy, opened its doors. First
classes were held in a residence located to the rear of the church on what is now Marquette Place. The
first president was the Rev. Albert Biever, S.J., who was appointed by the provincial, Rev. William Power,
S.J.
The college grew steadily. Father Biever promised and did give a holiday when the student body reached
50. In 1907, Father Biever called a meeting of prominent Catholic laymen to plan for a new building.
Acting chairman was W.E. Claiborne. Out of his group grew the Marquette Association for Higher
Education with B.A. Oxnard as chairman. In 1910, this group, with the assistance of its ladies auxiliary,
was responsible for the building of Marquette Hall, queen of Loyolas buildings and centerpiece of its
campus horseshoe. Strongly encouraged by Archbishop Blenk and prominent New Orleanians, the
Jesuits and the Marquette Association had several years previously begun to make plans for expansion
to a university.
In 1911, the Jesuit schools in New Orleans were reorganized. Immaculate Conception College became
exclusively a college preparatory school and was given the preparatory students of Loyola College. The
downtown institution relinquished its higher departmentswhat are now known as college programs
to Loyola, which was in the process of becoming a university.

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Becoming a university
On May 28, 1912, a bill was introduced in the Louisiana Senate by Senator William H. Byrnes, Jr., of
Orleans Parish which proposed to grant a university charter to Loyola. It was passed unanimously and
sent to the State House of Representatives. There was some backstage opposition, and Father Biever,
fearing a fatal snag, made an impassioned speech to the house. The bill passed, and on July 10, 1912,
the governor signed the act authorizing Loyola to grant university degrees.
Under the direction of the dynamic Father Biever and with the advice and financial support of New
Orleans citizens, the new university grew dramatically. Thomas Hall, residence for the fathers, was
dedicated in 1912. The new church known as the McDermott Memorial, with its soaring tower, arose in
1913.
Dr. Ernest Schuyten had founded the New Orleans Conservatory of Music and Dramatic Art in 1919. It
was first located at Felicity and Coliseum streets and later moved to Jackson Avenue and Carondelet
Street. It was incorporated into Loyola University in 1932 as the College of Music. The next year it
moved to the Loyola campus with Dr. Schuyten as dean.
The roots of educating adult students date back to 1919 when evening courses were first offered at
Loyola for students who were unable to pursue full-time degree programs. By 1949, the demand for
such evening courses had grown to an extent that the university decided to establish an Evening Division
to serve the educational needs of working adults. In 1970, the Evening Division, with an enrollment of
1,200 students, was chartered as City College, with its own full-time faculty. In 2006, the university
made each college responsible for educating undergraduate adult students. City College was
discontinued as an administrative unit and its faculty became department members in the other
colleges.
From 1926 to 1947, a four-year degree program leading to a bachelor of science degree in economics
was offered by the College of Arts and Sciences. In 1947, the Department of Commerce of the College of
Arts and Sciences expanded into the full-fledged College of Business Administration granting a bachelor
of business administration degree. The college moved into Stallings Hall shortly thereafter. Dr. John V.
Conner was the first dean. In 1950, the college was admitted to associate membership in the Association
to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business, and in 1957, the college was admitted to full membership. In
1983, the college was renamed the Joseph A. Butt, S.J., College of Business Administration in honor of
the Jesuit priest who taught generations of Loyola business students. The college moved to Miller Hall,
its present home, in 1986.

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Loyola Symbols

Presidential Seal

The seal, which was adopted by the university in 1929, reveals the coat of arms of the house of Loyola
with the emblem of the Society of Jesus at the top. Above the figures of the wolves appear the fleurde-lis, which represents the French origin of our city and state. Beneath it is a pelican feeding its
young with her own bloodthis depicts Loyola as an institution of the state of Louisiana.

Wolf Pack Athletic Logo

Launched as the schools mascot in 1924, the Wolf Pack symbolizes Jesuit values: strength in numbers
and pride in teamwork. Over the years, Loyola has had numerous Wolf Pack logo designs, each
portraying the wolf in a style fitting the times. The current Wolf Pack logo, revealed in 2013, is bold
and contemporary, befitting Loyolas second century of existence. Follow the evolution of the Wolf
Pack logo from its roots in 1924 to the present day Facebook and Instagram.

Havoc T. Wolf

Loyolas wolf mascot has been around since the early years of the university, but it hasnt always been
smooth sailing. The original mascot was an actual wolf cub, beloved by athletic teams and the student
body. Our present-day mascot was named in 2006 by the Pack Pride Committee as part of a
marketing campaign to attract students to athletic events. And Havoc has been with us ever since.

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CHAPTER TWO: Transitioning to College

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Life as a College Student

There are literally hundreds of books, blogs, videos, websites, etc., giving you advice on how to succeed
in college. This section summarizes the best advice out there.

1. Realize that College is Different from High School

a. Youll be spending more time studying outside of class.
The general rule of thumb for a 3-credit course is 6-9 hours every week; you should spend 2
hours outside of class for every hour youre in class, so if your class meets MWF for 50
minutes, thats 150 minutes (2.5 hours) every week, on average, outside of class. That time
includes reading for class, rewriting and reviewing your notes, working on your papers, and
studying for exams. If youre taking 5 3-credit classes, or 15 hours, that means youll be
spending 30-45 hours every week outside of class studying. You can see why budgeting your
time wisely is important!
b. The material will come at you fast and furious.
College students are often surprised at the pace of classes, that is, how much material is
covered in one course. Your professors will not cover everything in class theres just not
enough time. You will be responsible for all of the material thats listed in the syllabus
c. Youll have less free time in college.
Even though youre not in the classroom as much, youll have a lot of responsibilities and
opportunities you didnt have in high school. Youll need to learn to manage your time in
order to get everything done!
d. There are fewer tests in college.
Many classes have only one or two tests and some have none at all! Your mastery of the
material will be assessed in a variety of ways, for example, writing reports, giving
presentation, conducting experiments, and contributing to class discussions both online and
in class. Make sure you understand how your professor is grading you in each of your classes
so youll know where to concentrate your efforts. And dont confuse reading or weekly
quizzes with tests professors often give those quizzes to help you keep up with the
material so youll be prepared for the more important assignments like exams and papers.

2. Get Involved.

There are lots of ways to get involved in campus life at Loyola but find a good balance
between your studies and your social life. Social activities are an important part of the college
experience, but learning to balance your social life with your academic obligations will keep you
from feeling overwhelmed. Many students find that finding the right balance is the greatest
challenge they face in their transition to college.

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Student Handbook
All universities have policies and procedures for students, and Loyola is no exception. You received a
copy of the Loyola University New Orleans Student Handbook when you arrived on campus.
The full text can be found at: studentaffairs.loyno.edu/student-handbook.
Make sure you become familiar with the information in the student handbook since it applies to all
Loyola students. It is your responsibility to know these policies and procedures, just as it is your
responsibility to know the federal, state, and city laws. There are several types of policies and
procedures included in the student handbook.
One vitally important section of the student handbook is the Academic Honor Code, which explains in
great detail the plagiarism policies at Loyola. The Student Code of Conduct includes expectations and
policies for student behaviors from alcohol use to fire alarms to visitation in the residence halls
during Mardi Gras. It also specifies the disciplinary procedures to be followed if any of the codes are
violated as well as student rights in the classroom and for political activities, including demonstrations,
and includes rules for student organizations as well. The student handbook also contains a wealth of
information on crisis support services, both on-campus and off-campus, that is both confidential and
private. The Academic Information section of the handbook also explains the procedures for all things
related to academics, including from advising to grading to tuition.

What To Do the First Week of Class

Carefully read the syllabus for each of your classes so you understand the official policies of
each class, e.g., absences, tardiness, late work, and missing exams.
Note the important dates for each class, including final exams, in your scheduler.
In class, listen as your instructor explains the objectives of the class and how the class will be
structured what does your instructor expect from you?
Skim the books and/or readings for the course to get a sense of what youll be doing during
the semester
Look at the assignments to see what types of work youll be doing and how your grade will
be distributed
Remember, you can only add classes for one week after classes begin and you can only drop
a class without penalty for two weeks AND you must have your advisor do that for you.
Be prepared for every class get there early, take out your materials, put away your
electronics, and be ready to take notes even on the first day.
Get in the 2-for-1 habit; youll need to spend, on average, 2 hours outside of class for every
hour in the classroom. In addition to any written work you need to turn in, spend this time
reviewing notes from the last class and reading the material for the next class. Preparation
for exams is ongoing and begins on the first day of class.
Find another student or two in each class to study with, from comparing and sharing class
notes to preparing for exams.

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Managing Time and Tasks

Establish a routine where you devote regular blocks of time every week to the same activity. In addition
to going to class, studying, and possibly working, block off time in your schedule for most everything
else you do, including sleeping, eating, socializing, and exercising but also some free time for things like
shopping, laundry, and clubs.

Helpful Web Sites/Podcasts

Time Management: http://www.studygs.net/timman.htm

Creating To-Do Lists:
http://www.studygs.net/todolist.htm
https://www.rememberthemilk.com

Avoiding Procrastination:
http://www.studygs.net/attmot3.htm
http://bcs.bedfordstmartins.com/collegesuccess/#905226__906496__
http://www.princeton.edu/mcgraw/library/for-students/avoiding-procrastination/

Developing Self-Discipline: http://www.studygs.net/discipline.htm

Scheduling:
http://www.studygs.net/schedule/
http://www.studygs.net/schedule/weekly.htm

http://www.studygs.net/schedule/calendar.htm

Organizing Tasks:
http://www.studygs.net/schedule/stressb.htm
http://istudentpro.com/

Motivating Yourself-Interactive Exercise: http://www.studygs.net/motivation/

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In the Classroom
Make sure you download any material your professor posts on Blackboard and bring them to class with
you. Make sure you leave enough time in your schedule to get to class a few minutes before it begins.
Be prepared for class when it begins by getting out all of your materials (book, readings, notes, etc.) and
putting away all your distractions (phone, food, etc.).

Taking Notes

Dont take notes on your computer while in class; its impossible to copy diagrams, formulas, etc. on a
computer. You can transcribe your notes into your computer after class, if you prefer. Take notes on
loose leaf paper rather than notebooks, keeping them organized with your other paperwork for each
course such as the syllabus and any handouts. Note the course number and date on each set of notes.
Always take notes during class, paying attention to cues from the professor about important material
such as anything written on the board or repeated. Leave room in your notes for things you missed.
Take notes on student questions and the instructors answers, also. Use symbols like question marks,
exclamation points and asterisks to highlight important items or note your questions. Dont try to write
down every single word but concentrate on recording the main ideas.

Class Discussions

Many students entering college do not fully understand the purpose of class discussions and professors
have different objectives in mind for class discussions but there are a few generally agreed on opinions
about the purpose and value of class discussions. Exchanging ideas in class helps you learn. Formulating
questions and responses to questions helps you to better understand concepts and remember lectures.
It allows you to practice your public speaking skills. Most importantly, it provides an opportunity for
students to be active contributors to knowledge.

Helpful Web Sites

The American classroom: http://www.studygs.net/classrm.htm

Paying Attention: http://www.studygs.net/classr.htm

Taking Notes:
http://www.studygs.net/lcturnote.htm
http://www.princeton.edu/mcgraw/library/for-students/great-notes/

Class Discussions:
http://www.studygs.net/intstudy.htm
http://www.princeton.edu/mcgraw/library/for-students/Participating-in-Class-10-22-14.pdf
http://college.usatoday.com/2013/04/25/3-steps-to-overcome-your-fear-of-class-participation/

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Reading
Reading in college is more challenging than reading for high school. For one, youll be required to read a
lot more material. The material will also be in many different formats, from textbooks and journal
articles to literature, web sites, and blogs. Develop some active reading techniques since successful
reading is essential to your success both here at Loyola and in your future career.
Keep these guidelines in mind as you refine your active reading strategy:
o

Focus. Allocate blocks of time for reading (30-50 minutes) and take breaks in between. Find a
quiet spot to read; the library is ideal, your room is not. Minimize distractions (phone, music,
etc.) Try not to read an electronic document, if possible, since its more difficult to take notes.
Preview your reading: Read the title, the headings and the introductory paragraphs. If its a
textbook, look at the key terms and summary at the end of the chapter. Check the number of
pages and determine if you need more than one study session. Ask yourself these questions:
What do I need to learn? Why am I reading this? What connections are there to material weve
already covered?
Margin notes, etc. Read through a section BEFORE you decide whats important enough to
highlight or, preferably, underline. Make sure you can pick out the key ideas. Then reread,
underlining and making margin notes as you go. Use symbols (question marks, arrows, etc.) for
emphasis. Pay attention to italized words/phrases (make sure you understand them) and note
any unfamiliar vocabulary words.

Helpful Web Sites

Reading Textbooks: http://www.princeton.edu/mcgraw/library/for-students/textbook-reading/

Prereading Strategies:
http://www.studygs.net/preread.htm
http://www.princeton.edu/mcgraw/library/for-students/remember-reading/

Marking and Underlining: http://www.studygs.net/marking.html

Reading Critically: http://www.studygs.net/crtread.htm

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Learning and Studying

Technology Tips: Studying in the 21st Century
You can find scholarly resources from your dorm room, communicate instantly with friends in California, and
get an instant answer to a factual question using Google. Yet the technology that facilitates so many
activities for you can also be a source of distraction and even inefficiency. How can you make technology
work for you?

Limit Distractions from Technology

Set out a certain time of day that you will devote toward fun with technology--browsing the internet,
playing games, chatting with friends, or checking email. If you allocate time for this, you will not be tempted
to let these activities interrupt your schedule.
When you need to concentrate on your studies, find quiet spaces, and leave your cell phone, laptop, and
other electronic devices at home
Check email only a few times per day, and only handle it once: respond, archive, and/or delete.
Limit the number of listservs you are on so that you can control the amount of junk mail you receive
and must sort through.
To limit your time IMing, use occasional emails to keep in touch with friends from other schools.
If all else fails, unplug the Ethernet cord, remove the wireless cord, or work in an area without wireless. You
might also make a habit of turning off the computer when not in use.
Assess what technology is truly needed when you study, and proceed from there. Often all you need
is the relevant books and papers to outline your paper, start a problem set, or practice conjugations. Dont
discount the value of a clear, well-written textbook with loads of examples or diagrams to follow.
Use Technology to Your Advantage
When looking for scholarly articles and resources, go to the library homepage rather than Googling. From
there you can narrow your search, find legitimate peer-reviewed articles and accomplish quite a bit of
research in a short amount of time.
Search the web with clear goals in mind. What information do you need? What information do you
already have? It is very easy to get thrown off course on the information super highway, so the more
specific the question you ask, the better off you will be.
Put a cap on how much time you spend looking up things online. If you have searched three to five sites
and are getting nowhere, you are probably better off talking to a TA or professor about your question.
Use your computer to monitor your computer. Several different and free programs (Slife and Personal
Task Manager, e.g.) can track your computer usage and generate reports revealing how much time you
spend on your computer and what youre doing. It can be quite revealing.
Consider the source of online information. A webpage created by a professor is likely to be more
valuable than one created by a high school class. The better pages often contain more information, are more
detailed, and make more sense.
If you are studying a foreign language, you can use the Internet to read foreign language
newspapers. This is an excellent way to practice the language, and learn more about the culture.
Your professors place slides, articles, and other needed resources on the class Blackboard site. Save time
by printing out several weeks of class materials at a time rather than printing several times a week.

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Helpful Web Sites

Active Learning: http://www.studygs.net/activelearn.htm

Index, A Study System: http://www.studygs.net/tstprp4.htm

Flashcards: http://www.studygs.net/flashcard.htm

Finding the Right Study Space: http://www.studygs.net/location.htm

Studying Science Textbooks: http://www.studygs.net/science/readingtexts.htm

Group Projects: http://www.studygs.net/groupprojects.htm

Using Feedback from your Professor: http://www.studygs.net/feedback.htm

Concentration: Directing your Thinking: http://www.studygs.net/concent.htm

Thinking Out Loud: http://www.studygs.net/thinkingaloud.htm

Using Mind Maps: http://www.studygs.net/mapping/index.htm

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Preparing For and Taking Tests

Helpful Web Sites

General Tips:
http://www.studygs.net/tsttak1.htm
http://www.studygs.net/tstprp1.htm
http://www.princeton.edu/mcgraw/library/for-students/tipsheets/exam-taking/
http://www.princeton.edu/mcgraw/library/for-students/tipsheets/exam-taking/
http://www.princeton.edu/mcgraw/library/for-students/tipsheets/exam-learning/
http://www.studygs.net/tstprp5.htm
http://www.studygs.net/tstprp6.htm

Math Tests: http://www.studygs.net/tsttak6.htm

True/False Questions: http://www.studygs.net/tsttak2.htm

Multiple Choice Questions: http://www.studygs.net/tsttak3.htm

Short Answer Questions: http://www.studygs.net/tsttak5.htm

Essay Questions: http://www.studygs.net/tsttak4.htm

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Researching

Information literacy, according to the American Library Association, is a set of abilities requiring
individuals to recognize when information is needed and have the ability to locate, evaluate, and use
effectively the needed information.
Information is easy to find, but how do you know its the right information? Where do you begin when
your professor gives you an assignment to do research on a particular topic? Youll need computer
skills as well as some knowledge of the resources available at Monroe Library to be successful. Get to
know your librarians. Become familiar with the electronic search engines you need to find relevant,
scholarly information. Learn how to ALWAYS properly cite your sources, both in a reference list and
within the body of your text. Plagiarism, that is, using the ideas of others without acknowledgement,
even if you dont use their exact words, is a serious offense.

Helpful Web Sites

Searching the Internet: http://www.studygs.net/research.htm

Evaluating Web Sites:
http://researchguides.loyno.edu/evaluatingwebpages
http://www.studygs.net/evaluate.htm

Identifying Popular and Scholarly Information: http://researchguides.loyno.edu/popularandscholarly

Avoiding Plagiarism:
http://researchguides.loyno.edu/avoidingplagiarism
http://www.studygs.net/plagiarism.htm

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loyno lingo (a glossary)

Here youll find a list of vocabulary you might hear around campus. Some of these terms apply to all
colleges and universities; some are unique to Loyola University New Orleans. They should help you get
acquainted with campus life and life in New Orleans.
Abstract: Is a brief summary of a research article, thesis, or review. An abstract always appears at the beginning of an academic
paper. It provides a in-depth analysis of a particular subject and is used to help the ready quickly ascertain the papers purpose.
When composing an abstract it should be about 200-350 words. A well-developed abstract is unified, coherent, and concise.
Click here: Writing Abstracts
Academic Advisor: Academic advising engages students in educational and career planning that will help them move
successfully through the college journey. Advisors help their students navigate the requirements and challenges of their
academic careers. Click here: Advising
Academic Calendar: Provides key dates and deadlines -- by term -- for an academic year, including add/drop deadlines,
registration dates, mid-term and final exam periods, school holidays, and more. Click here: Academic Calendars or here: FYE for
a calendar tailored for first-year students
Academic Degree: Conferred by Loyola University New Orleans in recognition that a student has completed a specified course
of study. Undergraduate examples include Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Business Administration. Click
here: Loyola University Degree Programs
Academic Honor Code: The Academic Honor Code of Loyola University New Orleans represents the University communitys
commitment to the highest intellectual and ethical standards of honesty, integrity, fairness and justice. Click here: The
Academic Honor Code Pledge
Academic Standing: Scholastic standing of a student based on grade point average. "Good academic standing" means the
student has over a 2.00 g.p.a. Academic standing is not the same as class standing. Click here: Student Success Center
Academic Support Centers: Loyola academic support center is called the Student Success Center (SSC) which helps
undergraduate students meet their individual, academic, and personal goals. Click here: Student Success Center
Academic Year: Loyola academic year for 2016-2017 begins August 22, 2016 and ends August 4, 2017. The academic year is
comprised of three terms or sessions: Fall, Spring, and Summer. Click here: Academic Calendars
Accreditation: is the oversight of a university, college or academic program by an accreditation organization. Loyola University
New Orleans receives their accreditation from the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS). SACS provides
accreditation for degree-gratin higher education institutions in: Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi,
North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Latin American and other international sites. Click here: SACS
Add/Drop: Add is a short period of time in which you can add or drop a course to your schedule; these dates, which are found
on the Academic Calendar, are strictly enforced. A dropped course is removed from the students record. Click here: Drop/Add
Period
AJCU: Loyola University New Orleans, Loyola College Maryland, Loyola University Chicago are affiliated in the sense that they
were all founded by the Society of Jesus, (see Society of Jesus) and are part of the Association of Jesuit Colleges and Universities
(AJCU), a consortium of 28 Jesuit college and universities in the United States. Click here: AJCU
Alumni: People who attended or graduated from a college. Alumni are important for their involvement and financial
contributions, and can be important contacts for guidance in choosing a major and finding an internship or graduate program.
Click here: Loyola University New Orleans Alumni Association
Associate Degree: is an undergraduate academic degree awarded by colleges and universities upon completion of a course of
study lasting two years. It is considered to be a greater level of education than a high school diploma or GED but less than a
Bachelors degree. Loyola does not offer associate degrees.
Bachelor Degree: Requires the completion of a minimum of 120 credit hours of academic work, including a concentration in
one or more academic majors. Includes bachelor of arts (B.A.) and bachelor of science (B.S.) degrees, as well as more
specialized degrees. Click here: Degree Programs
Blackboard: Blackboard is an Internet-based application which allows instructors to put class materials on the Internet. It
provides a variety of tools to facilitate teaching and learning. All courses at Loyola use Blackboard. Click here: Blackboard

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Blue Book/Green Book: Small, traditionally blue or green covered booklets filled with ruled notebook paper that many college
instructors use for short-answer and essay exams. In some cases, the instructor provide the blue books with the exam, in
others, students must provide them. Blue/Green books can be purchased at the bookstore. Bulletin: See University Bulletin.
Bursar Office: Bursar is derived from the Latin word bursa which is an official in charge of funds at a college or university. The
Bursars Office uniquely services students, parents and the Loyola campus community. Student services include
analyzing tuition accounts, processing outside scholarships and applying payments by cash, check or e-Check. The office also
accepts deposits for the Loyola Express Card account and answers any inquiries pertaining to the account.Click here: Bursar
Office
Carnival: is a Christian festive season that occurs before the Christian season of Lent. Typically occurring in February and March.
Mardi Gras is an event that occurs during the carnival season. Mardi Gras marks the last night of eating rich, fatty foods before
the ritual of fasting for the Lenten season.
Certificate Program: Involves a small group of related courses designed to provide expertise in a particular field and typically
completed in about one year when the student is enrolled full-time. Loyola offers several certificate program for non-traditional
students. Click here: Certificate Programs
Class Standing: Refers to a student's official year in school: first-year (freshman), sophomore, junior, or senior. Standing is
based on the number of college credits completed. Class standing is not the same as academic standing. Click here: Login to
LORA to view credits earned
College: Loyola University houses schools and departments under the term college. All undergraduate programs are housed in
the College of Arts and Sciences, the College of Business, and the College of Music and Fine Arts.
Commencement: is the term used when the University awards you an actual degree and diploma upon completion of all
academic requirements. Diplomas are not handed out at the ceremony. Click here: Commencement
Common Curriculum: See Loyola Core.
Commuter Student: is a student that does not live on campus and travels to and from campus.
Convocation: University-wide meeting held in August. An opportunity for students to learn about Loyolas mission,
accomplishment and plans for the year.
Corequisite: A course that must be taken during the same term as another course.
Course Load: The number of credit hours for which a student is enrolled in a given term, with a cutoff between students with
part-time status and full-time status. It is in the best interest of the student (academically and financially) to maintain a course
load of 15-16 hours per semester for full-time. Click here: Tuition & Fees
Course ID Code: Course ID codes indicate where a course fits into a students plan of study. All courses begin with a four letter
code indicating the subject area, for example, HIST, followed by a one- letter code that indicates what type of course it is (e.g.,
Loyola core, major), then a three-digit course number and a three-character section number. Click here: Course ID Code
Description
Credit Hour: is the unit of measuring educational credit. For every college course taken credits are earned. Some students
arrive to college with credit. Click here: Credit hour certification for all students.
Cura Personalis: "Cura Personalis" is a Latin phrase that translates as "Care for the entire person". Cura Personalis suggests
individualized attention to the needs of the other, distinct respect for his or her unique circumstances and concerns, and an
appropriate appreciation for his or her particular gifts and insights. Click here: Cura Personalis
Dean: The top administrator of a college or other major unit within a university. The dean for the College of Arts and Sciences is
Maria Calzada; the dean for the College of Music and Fine Arts, is Anthony Decui; the Dean for the College of Business is Willam
Locander; and the Dean of Libraries is Deborah Poole. It is a sign of respect to refer to him or her as Dean [LastName] unless
otherwise instructed.
Click here: Dean Decuir, Dean Calzada , Dean Locander, Dean Poole
Deans List: An undergraduate degree-seeking day division student enrolled in the College of Arts & Sciences, College of
Business, or College of Music and Fine Arts, who completes 12 quality hours or an undergraduate evening division student who
completes 9 quality hours may be placed on the Deans List. To be eligible for this distinction, the student must have earned a
3.5 grade point average with no I, X or blank grades. Students who are placed on the Deans List will have this distinction
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Department Chair: A faculty member who manages an academic department, and typically the person to see when a student is
having scheduling problems or issues with a particular faculty member.
Double Major and/or Minor: Students are allowed to pursue two majors or two minors simultaneously by submitting their
request through their Dean's Office. Students must have a minimum overall Loyola 3.0 g.p.a. to pursue two majors and
completion of 2 academic semesters. The dean and advisor will establish requirements based on the current bulletin.
DPCL (Degree Program Course Listings): DPCL outline courses required to earn a degree at Loyola. It is essentially your guide to
graduating on schedule and completing the necessary credits to earn a Loyola undergraduate degree. Click Here: Find My DCPL
Find My DCPL (Honors)
Dressed: As opposed to meaning clothed like it might mean anywhere else, in New Orleans this word denotes a sandwich
complete with lettuce, tomatoes, pickles, and mayo.
Drop Deadline: Add is a short period of time in which you can add or drop a course to your schedule. A dropped course is
removed from the students record. Deadlines for drop/add dates are strictly enforced. Dates are posted on the University
Calendar and Academic Calendar. Click here: Drop/Add
Dual Degree: A specialized program in which students are enrolled in two degree programs, often at an accelerated pace and
typically resulting in an undergraduate degree and a master's or professional degree. Click here: Majors, Degree + Programs
Electives: In addition to specific required courses in a degree program, students can take appropriate major elective courses
from an approved list of courses. Elective courses within a degree program are courses intended to provide students with an
increased understanding of a particular area of study. Most degree programs also allow students to take several general
elective courses which can be any course.
Faculty: Professors, instructors, and lecturers teach college course. Most college faculty have graduate or professional degrees
(Masters, Master of Fine Arts, Doctorate). Faculty prefers to be addressed as Dr. [LastName] or Professor [LastName].
Final Exams: At the end of each term most courses offer a comprehensive and cumulative exam. Many final exams represent a
large portion of a students grade. Students should refer to each class syllabus for final exam time and policies.
Fall Break: A four-day weekend (Sat-Tues) during the fall semester, typically mid October.
Financial Aid: is any grant or scholarship, loan, or paid employment offered to help a student meet his/her college expenses.
Click here: Financial Aid Office
Financial Hold: Students with a financial block will NOT be allowed to register until they have substantially satisfied their
financial obligations to the university. Promissory notes are no longer an option. You can view your current billing account by
signing into your LORA account. Click here: LORA
First-Year Experience: First-Year Seminars and the FYE Common Experience anchor the First-Year Experience at Loyola. Click
here: First-Year Experience
First-Year Seminar: All first-year students take a First-Year Seminar, usually during the fall semester. These small, academic
courses are taught by leading teacher-scholars. The seminars are small to promote lively interaction in the classroom. They
introduce you to college-level thinking and learning and to Loyolas Jesuit tradition under the overarching theme thinking
critically, acting justly. The courses are multidisciplinary and focus on questions of enduring value in the context of subject
matter ranging from medieval monsters to protest and pop music, from violence in the media to the American dream. Click
here: First-Year Seminar
Flambeaux: These are torches carried by robed men in most night parades. In his Mardi Gras Guide Arthur Hardy says: in the
past centuries, flambeaux provided the only source of nighttime parade illumination.
Full-Time Student: A student enrolled in at least 12 credit hours per semester. During the summer session full-time student
credit hours is at least 6. Click here: Credit hour certification for all students
General Studies Program: Many students enter college interested in taking a range of classes before officially declaring a major.
For these students, Loyola University offers the General Studies Program. Click here: General Studies
Grade Appeal: If the student feels that he or she is not being graded justly, the student should first consult the instructor. If this
consultation proves unsatisfactory, the student should then consult the department chairperson. If the student still feels that
the problem has not been resolved, he or she should consult the dean of the college in which the course is offered to request a
committee hearing. Click here: Grade Appeals
Havoc: is the name of our mascot. Havoc T. Wolf is Loyolas one and only fearsome wolf to represent our Wolf Pack. Click here:

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Health Hold: If you have not submitted your state required immunization forms to Student Health, you will not be allowed to
register. All holds can be found on LORA. Click here: Student Health and LORA
Honor Code: A set of rules, guidelines, or principles that relate to the academic standards expected of all students and faculty.
Included are sanctions for students found guilty of violating the code, from failing a class to expulsion.Click here: Academic
Honor Code and Academic Honor Pledge
Honors Program: The essence of the Honors education is personal attention from top faculty. Honors students are provided
more demanding courses, stimulating discussions, international study options, and engaging thesis projects in a supportive
learning environment tailored to their unique needs.Click here: University Honors
Iggy: St. Ignatius of Loyola, or Iggy as hes known around campus, is the saint after whom our school is named.
Incomplete Grade: A temporary grade that faculty can award a passing student who, for reasons outside his or her control
(illness, death in family, etc.) cannot complete all coursework and assignments in a given semester. Students must contact their
professor upon receiving an I students will have 6 weeks into the next semester to complete the course.
Independent Study: A specialized course of study under the supervision of a faculty member. The burden is usually on the
student to conduct a much more self-directed study plan than in a normal class setting. The independent study form is available
in the Deans office of your college. Click here: Independent Study
Interdisciplinary Minors/Programs: minors that use a combination of classes from two or more academic disciplines. Loyola's
interdisciplinary studies programs give students the chance to examine topics from multiple perspectives, explore issues that
emerge at the intersection of academic disciplines, and think creatively about themes and problems across departmental
boundaries. Click here: Interdisciplinary Programs
Internship: Internships provide studies with the opportunity to work in their chosen field. Some majors require students
participate in an internship. Students receive college credit for participating in an internship. Click here: Career Development
Center
Jesuits: are part of the Society of Jesus, a Roman Catholic order of priests and brothers founded half a millennium ago by the
soldier-turned-mystic Ignatius Loyola. Jesuits seek to "find God in all things." Jesuits dedicate ourselves to the greater glory of
God" and the good of all humanity. Click here: Loyola's Jesuit Community
Krewe: These are the organizations that put together anything related to Carnival (Mardi Gras). Some krewes are responsible
for organizing parades. Loyola also uses the term for some student groups, for example, your Orientation Krewe.
Lab/ Laboratory Class: Learning environment in which hands-on work is completed, typically in science and foreign languages
Lagniappe: Pronounced <LAN-yap>. This is the New Orleans natives way of saying a little something extra. In a practical sense,
this just means something you might have gotten for free, like someone threw in an extra donut when you buy a dozen or a
chocolate on your pillow at a hotel. Click here: New Orleans Speak
Lake side: Not the mall. Cardinal directions, north, south, etc. are not used in New Orleans. Instead, folks say lake side, river
side, uptown and downtown. Lake side is the side of the street closest to Lake Pontchartrain. Riverside is when you are standing
on the street on the same side of the Mississippi river. On St. Charles Avenue, Loyola is on the lake side and Audubon Park is on
the river side. Loyola is uptown, the French Quarter is downtown. Uber drivers appreciate it when you tell them which side of
the street you are on. Click here: New Orleans Speak
Lecture: A class session in which the instructor speaks on a specific topic or topics for the entire class period. A common
method of college instruction, lectures require a strong note-taking strategy.
Life Balance: University life presents a number of choices, challenges, and pressuressome exciting, some stressful. Perhaps
one of the most important things for academic success is finding a balance among all the demands college students face.Click
here: Counseling Department
Liturgy: In present day usage liturgy is the official public worship of the Church and is thus distinguished from private devotion.
It is the special title of the Eucharist, and the administration of the sacraments with the annexed use of the sacramentals.Click
here: Catholicculture.org
LORA: Loyola Online Records Access allows you to find and register for classes, as well as access important grade, billing, and
health information. Click here: LORA
Loyola Core: The Loyola Core will serve as the foundation of Loyolas holistic curriculum, which is deeply grounded in Jesuit

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values and the liberal arts and sciences, is designed to form students as scholars who upon graduation have understanding of
epistemological theories as well as disciplinary content knowledge, critical thinking, self awareness, and a commitment to
lifelong learning and lifelong service. Click here: Loyola Core
Major: A concentration of courses that is a student's primary course of study. Students must major in a subject while in college,
though some double major, and others pursue one or more minors. Click here: Majors, Degrees & Programs
Magis: Magis (pronounced mh-gis), roughly translated, means the more. A profound and deeply personal Jesuit concept,
its about doing more, being more and achieving more than originally thought possible.
the Maroon: The Maroon, the student newspaper of Loyola University New Orleans, has been published since 1923. The
Maroon covers student life, campus activities, cultural and athletic events, Loyola University New Orleans administration,
faculty and staff, and other features. The Maroon publishes issues on Friday mornings during the regular school year. Click here:
The Maroon
the Mass: Also known as the Eucharistic Liturgy, Catholics attend and celebrate Mass to worship and to receive Gods grace, to
unify with him and with other worshipers through the sacrament of the Eucharist. Click here: An overview of the Mass
Mass of the Holy Spirit: The annual Mass is an opportunity for the entire Loyola community to gather and partake in a nearly
500 year-old tradition celebrated by Jesuit schools worldwide. Loyolas Mass of the Holy Spirit is celebrated at the beginning of
every fall semester to pray for God's wisdom and inspiration through the experiences of the new academic year.
Minor: A secondary course of study, typically with a concentration smaller than a major, that a student chooses to enhance his
or her major or simply to pursue a subject of interest. Click here: Majors, Degrees & Programs
Neutral Ground: is the median that divides a street, the grassy or cement area between lanes of traffic. If you know someone
riding in a Carnival parade, you will hear them say which side of the float they are on: either sidewalk side or neutral ground
side (the median).
Non-Credit Course: A course in which no credit is offered toward degree requirements.
Office Hours: The days and times that college faculty set aside to meet with students enrolled in their classes. Students should
use these times to meet with professors regarding any problems, issues, or questions related to their classes. Office hours are
posted on the syllabus and often on Blackboard as well as the professors office door.
Orleans Parish: Eastbank: is a blanket term used to refer to all portions of metropolitan New Orleans south of Lake
Pontchartrain and situated on the eastern bank of the Mississippi River. Westbank is used to refer to all portions of
metropolitan New Orleans south of Lake Pontchartrain and situated on the western bank of the river. Click here: Greater
New Orleans Metro Area
Outlining: A key tool for writing paper, an outline is an organizational framework, the skeleton of your paper -- and a key tool to
avoiding poor organization. A good outline serves as a road map that enables you to visualize where your paper is headed.Click
here: How to make an outline
Parish: Other states have counties but Louisiana has parishes.
Part-time Student: A student enrolled in under 10 credit hours in a given term. A change from full-time to part-time status may
affect financial aid, housing and meal plans. Click here: Credit hours
Pass/Fail Grade: Pass/fail grades are available only in courses designated as pass/fail. Grades of P are not counted toward
quality point averages. Click here: Grading, Office of Student Records
Peace Quad: This is where most of the action takes place on our campus. Clubs will host cookouts and fundraisers, school
concerts and even the country fair is held in the pace quad. Its full of benches and chairs for meeting with friends and lounging
in between classes. Click here: Maps + Directions
Plagiarism Appeals Policy: If a student wishes to contest an accusation of plagiarism. If the matter cannot be amicably resolved
in consultation with the instructor and chairperson up to 30 days after the beginning of the subsequent semester, excluding
summers, the student has the right to submit a plagiarism appeal form to the dean of the college in which the course was
offered a decision of the instructor indicating that the student is guilty of cheating, plagiarism, or misrepresentation. Click here:
Plagiarism Appeals Policy
Plagiarism: Plagiarism is using other peoples ideas or words as your own without properly giving credit to the original author.
Oftentimes, plagiarism is unintentional. Click here: Avoiding Plagiarism
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learned in their coursework to the actual situation. An example is student-teaching for education majors.
Prerequisite: A course that is required to be successfully completed prior to registering for another course. A number of upperdivision courses have prerequisites.
Primary Research Sources: Published original writings, reflections, and reports that can be found in books, periodicals,
monographs conference proceedings, patents, and theses and dissertations. Click here: Monroe Library A-Z Resources
Professor: General term for all faculty teaching at a college or university. If your professor holds a doctorate degree (Ph.D.), it is
a sign of respect to refer to him or her as Doctor [LastName] unless otherwise instructed.
Provost: The senior academic officer of a university, the person responsible for academics. Loyolas provost is Dr. Marc
Manganaro. Click here: Provost
QEP: The Quality Enhancement Plans theme is Discerning Minds: Experience. Reflect. Transform. The QEP is designed to
improve student learning experiences within four high impact experiential learning activities to which large number of students
have access: Collaborative Research, Scholarship, and Creative Activities; Internships, Service Learning and Study Abroad. QEP
will address Student Learning Outcomes designed to enhance students abilities to connect course material to related
experiences via structured, critical reflection. Click here: QEP
Registrar: At Loyola our registrar office is termed Student Records. Questions about your registration, transcript, courses,
course descriptions, veterans educational benefits, grades, graduation, diplomas are directed to student records. Click here:
Student Records
Res Quad: Res is short for residential, so this is the quad right in the middle of all our residential halls. Students love to use it
for Frisbee, tanning, and even Quidditch practice.
Residency Requirement: As a condition of enrollment, all first-year and second-year students (Freshmen and Sophomores) not
from the New Orleans metropolitan area are required to live in University housing. Click here: Residential Life
Res Quad: Res is short for residential, so this is the quad right in the middle of all our residential halls. Students love to use it
for Frisbee, tanning, and even Quidditch practice.
Scholarship: Monetary awards (that do not need to be repaid) presented to college students based on various criteria, such as
need-based, academic excellence, leadership, community service, and extracurricular activities.
School Colors: Loyola University New Orleans' official school colors are maroon and gold (or metallic gold). Click here: Official
Brand Colors
Semester: One of two types of academic terms during which courses are taught; the other is the quarter. Loyola uses the
semester system. Semesters typically last 14 to 16 weeks.
Seminar: A small, discussion-based class (generally about 12-15 students) engaged in the study of a specific subject under the
mentoring of a faculty member. Typically only offered at the junior and senior levels, with the exception of the First-Year
Seminars.
Service Learning: Service learning is the integration of service or community engagement experiences into credit-bearing
academic courses. Students and faculty have the chance to apply and deepen their understanding of class concepts, learn about
social justice, and examine the relevance of class topics in the real world. Click here: Office of Community Engaged Learning,
Teaching and Scholarship
Sneaux: Pronounced just like snow this is an event put on near the end of the fall semester by the University Programming
Board that features snow trucked in just for us, hot chocolate, and pictures with Santa Claus. Click here: Sneaux at Loyola
Snoball: Also sno-ball, snowball. Shaved ice with flavored syrup. Similar to snow-cones but in New Orleans they are referred to
as snoballs. Click here: Top Snoball Stands or here: Best snoball flavors
Society of Jesus: is a worldwide Roman Catholic religious order founded by Saint Ignatius of Loyola. He originally called his
group "The Company of Jesus" to indicate its true leader, the title was Latinized into "Societas Jesu" in the Bull of Pope Paul III
on 27 Sept., 1540. The motto of the Society of Jesus is Ad Majorem Dei Gloriam (For the Greater Glory of God). Click here:
Office of Mission + Ministry
Strategic Plan: Transforming Loyola 2020 The plan calls for building stronger learning connections with the cultures and
traditions of New Orleans as well as focusing more on students career opportunities. It also emphasizes the importance of
experiential, hands-on learning and of a Jesuit approach to higher education. Click here: Loyola University Strategic Plan
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residential and non-residential, full-time and part-timethat provide a complete medical history form. Treatment is
confidential and free, though patients are responsible for any prescriptions, lab work, x-rays, or referred hospital services. Click
here: Student Health Services
Student Records: This department answers questions about registration, transcript, courses, course descriptions, veterans
educational benefits, grades, graduation, and diplomas. Serves as a central hub for academic processes and policies. Creates,
nd
maintains, verifies, issues and protects each student's record. Located in Thomas Hall, 2 floor. Click here: Student Records
Student Success Center: (SSC) helps undergraduate students meet their individual, academic, and personal goals. By nurturing
a holistic culture of self-efficacy and a sense of empowerment, the SSC aims to ensure students have the tools to graduate from
Loyola University New Orleans. Located on the first floor of Marquette Hall. Click here: Student Success Center
Study Abroad: College coursework that students take outside the U.S., providing a great opportunity to experience foreign
cultures and travel. Most colleges have partnerships with foreign colleges and universities, providing an almost seamless
rd
transfer of credits from the study abroad experience. Located on the 3 floor of Mercy Hall. Click here: Center for International
Education
Syllabus: A document provided at the beginning of a term that outlines the key elements of a course, including things such as
learning objectives, assigned readings, major assignments, and test and quiz information. Usually includes a course calendar
with due dates. The best students know to review and refer to the syllabus regularly throughout the term
Transfer Credit: College credit earned at one college or university and accepted for credit at a different school. Process works
both for college students who decide to transfer from one college to another as well as for students who wish to take summer
classes at a different school. Click here: Transfer Credit
Transfer Students: Student who attends one college but decides to leave that school and apply for admission to a different
college or university. The student then transfers some credits from old school to new school. Click here: Transfer students
Tutoring: Assistance provided to students who are in need of assistance in a particular subject such as languages, writing and
math. Click here: Tutoring ,Foreign Language Center, Math Center, WAC
Undecided: Many students enter college undecided about the field of study they would like to pursue. For students unsure of
their educational and/or career goals, Loyola University offers the General Studies Program. While in this program, students
work toward the completion of the Loyola Core requirements while exploring major courses offered in a variety of disciplines at
Loyola. Click here: General Studies Program.
Undergraduate Student: A college student who is pursuing a baccalaureate degree.
University Bulletin: Contains information about academic policies, support services, and details on all programs of study,
including general descriptions of all courses. Click here: Undergraduate Bulletin
Vocabulary: The collection of words a student knows and uses in everyday speech and writing. More successful students
understand the importance of growing and expanding their vocabulary, from learning a new word each day to other methods
of expanding their understanding and usage of words. Click here: Improve your Writing Vocabulary
Window: Loyolas window is a special period of time on Tuesdays and Thursdays between 12:30 p.m. and 2 p.m. where all
students are free to eat lunch, take a break, or meet up with a club. With very few exceptions, classes are not scheduled during
the window. Click here: 10 Things to do During the Window
Wolf Bucks: This is your campus currency. This is money placed on your ID card that you can spend on campus only. Wolf Bucks
come with every meal plan, and additional Wolf Bucks may be purchased any time by submitting a request. Wolf Bucks may be
used at dining locations at both Loyola University and Tulane University. Caution: any Wolf Bucks left over from the fall
semester will roll over to the spring, but they do not roll over from year to year, so choose the amount wisely. Click here: Wolf
Bucks
Wolfmail: Your Loyola-specific email system. When you enroll, youll be given an email address using the letters in your name
followed by @loyno.edu. This is where youll receive any emails from professors or organizations. Wolfmail requires no
software on your PC or MAC and may be accessed using any web browser anywhere in the world, through any software-based
mail client such as Google, Hotmail, Outlook, Yahoo, Mozilla Thunderbird, MS Outlook and Mac Mail and on smart phone
operating systems such as iPhone, Android, Blackberry and Windows CE. You can also forward your Loyola email to the email
you usually use so you do not miss any important messages.
Click here: Accessing Wolfmail for the First Time
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