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School Slang
  • The Ashtray: Area outside any of the freshmen dorms where students congregate to smoke.
  • Bruno’s: Bruno and Tim’s Lounge and Liquor Store.
  • CFSU: Centennial Forum Student Union, on the ground floor of Mertz Hall.
  • DR: Desk Receptionist.
  • Granada Center: Former name for Fordham Hall.
  • Hammies: Hamilton’s Pub.
  • Jez Rez: The lawn in front of Loyola’s Jesuit Residence, where the priests live.
  • LIE-ola: Local pronunciation for Loyola.
  • LSC: Lake Shore Campus.
  • LSD: Not Lake Shore Drive, but Lake Shore Dining.
  • RA: Resident Assistant.
  • The Red Line: The elevated train line that services Loyola.
Things I Wish I Knew Before Coming To School
  • Don’t buy bed sheets from the school for their oversized beds.
  • Get on the smallest meal plan possible.
  • How to manage my time better.
  • If you want to study at the Rome Center, don’t get written up.
  • It’s hard to get the administration to do anything without a fight.
  • It’s not a big party school.
  • Take core classes first in case you change your mind about your major.
  • Try to avoid working full-time while in school.
Tips to Succeed
  • Actually go to class.
  • Always dispute bad grades.
  • Cultivate good study habits early on so you get into a working routine.
  • Do all the readings, maybe you’ll learn something from them.
  • Do your homework yourself so you understand the material.
  • Don’t stress out!
  • If you realize you don’t like your chosen major, drop it sooner rather than later.
  • Pick classes you actually like.
  • Research professors before choosing your classes.
  • Study at the Rome Center.
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aslater93

Biology '15

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Diversity

Loyola is the most diverse Jesuit school. You'll meet people of all faiths, races, and backgrounds- and it's a great way to grow as a person.

Jan 18, 2012

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ahamilton90

Psychology '12

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Studying Abroad

Loyola has a campus in Rome, Italy and I decided to take advantaged of that opportunity and it was amazing.

Jan 12, 2012

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mking6

English '14

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Loyola Overview

I am a returning adult student therefore I have a different outlook on the school and how I utilize the resources the school offers. I have worked hard to get into Loyolo so I extend myself to everything the school offers.

Dec 17, 2011

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User rating for Loyola University Chicago - Inside Scoop is 3.5 out of 5 based on 15 user reviews.

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Traditions
  • Hunger Week: Sponsored by University Ministry, Hunger Week comes around once a year in October. Students work to heighten awareness of world hunger by fasting and doing service projects.
  • Late Night Breakfast: For one night, the Gentile Center becomes a gigantic greasy spoon, hosting students for a late-night omelet and pancake extravaganza.
  • The Loyola Ramblers vs. UIC Flames Basketball Game: The University of Illinois Chicago is Loyola’s fiercest foe. In recent years, the rivalry was sparked by the play of two brothers: Loyola star David Bailey and his brother Martell.
  • President’s Ball: Once a year, Loyola puts on a celebration for its brightest and best to go and receive awards while wearing suits. P-Ball is the closest thing the University comes to having a homecoming dance, so if you like to get down to Rednexx and do the Macarena, strap on your dancing shoes and find yourself a ticket.
Urban Legends A frustrated priest murdered a nun on the top floor of Skyscraper Building. Her ghost supposedly still haunts the floor, to the delight of thrill-seeking students.

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