INSIDE WHAT’S NEW AT THE SOC? See news briefs to learn more. L NEWS FOR FACULTYoyola AND STAFF LOYOLA UNIVERSITY CHICAGO | JAN/FEB 2009 SOC building a new addition to the WTC Strategically located in the heart of the city On December 18, Dean Don Heider, PhD, and his crew officially moved into the new School of Communication (SOC) building located at 51 E. Pearson, next to Lewis Towers and across from Baumhart Hall on the Water Tower Campus. The school occupies the first, second, and lower levels of The Clare. Classrooms, offices, and other facilities are located within the building, and a state-of-the- art convergence media lab that will be housed at ground level to attract pass- ersby is planned. “We’re in a great location—right in the heart of Chicago’s media and business market,” says associate dean Hannah Rockwell, PhD. “Our students have oppor- tunities here that would not be available to them in a small college town.” The sleek, new building complements the faculty’s forward-thinking, 21st-cen- tury mission and vision. All classrooms are electronically controlled, and computer labs are fully stocked with Apple technol- ogy. Best of all, students and faculty now share a central space that will give them a better sense of community. The new amenities were unveiled to the public at an open house on January 21. In March, the school will host a more formal event for community leaders, media personalities, and alumni. Located at 51 E. Pearson, the School of Communication resides in the first, second, and lower levels of The Clare. NEW LUMA EXHIBITS pg. 2 SUSTAINABILITY DIRECTOR APPOINTED pg. 3 IC PLUNGE pg. 7 Strategic plan takes shape A team of faculty, staff, and students is formulating the initial outline of a strategic plan that will set Loyola’s course for the next five years. Following the 2004–2009 plan, which focused on increasing student enrollment and enhancing campus life, among other goals, the 2009–2014 stra- tegic plan will help University leadership hone in on a specific set of priorities. “A strategic plan allows us to distinguish between Redesigned Klarchek IC fourth floor what we might do and The newly remodeled fourth floor of the and faculty members are encouraged to reserve what we should do.” Klarchek Information Commons (KIC) is now the floor for their events. Additionally, student open and available for Loyola-related academic organizations may reserve the area at the dis- — John Frendreis, PhD, professor of events including meetings, lectures, and pre- cretion of the Library Administration. There is a political science and planning consultant sentations. Open throughout the year during minimum of 25 and a maximum of 150 people to the Office of the President regular KIC operation hours, the area offers required for events. both a podium and sound system. Loyola staff “There are many good ideas, but it’s important that we identify a set of critical All reservation requests can be directed to Leslie Haas at [email protected] or 773.508.3949. tasks where we can devote a substantial portion of our time and energy,” says John Frendreis, PhD, professor of political sci- 2009–2010 tuition costs announced ence and planning consultant to the Office of the President. “A strategic plan allows us To continue to expand and enhance student activity fees also will increase by 3.9 to distinguish between what we might do academic programs, recruit the best fac- percent. and what we should do.” ulty to teach and conduct research, and In a letter to undergrads, President A broad outline will take shape in improve campus living and study spaces, the Garanzini explained the need for the increases, February, at which time members of the University’s Board of Trustees has approved an saying they are “necessary to meet our Strategic Planning Committee will look for increase of 4.0 percent, effective fall 2009, in expenses and obligations and to support addi- more input and reflection from the wider undergraduate tuition costs for the 2009–2010 tional financial aid for students, particularly University community. The goal is to have academic year. important in this time of economic hardship the strategic plan finished before being Other costs are rising as well, including and uncertainty.” submitted for final approval at the Board room rates, which will increase by an average In addition to undergrad tuition, graduate of Trustees meeting in June. of 3.0 percent, and meal plans, which will costs will increase as well. increase by an average of 5.5 percent. Full-time For details about tuition, fees, and room and board costs for the 2009–2010 academic year, visit LUC.edu/bursar. OPENED JAN. 31 THE ETERNAL LIGHT OF EGYPT: JUST LIKE BEING THERE: New exhibits at LUMA The Photography of Sarite Sanders A Collection of Stereo Photography Looking for a winter escape that’s close to home? Contemporary photographer Sarite Drawn from the collection of Loyola Then don’t miss the four unique new exhibitions Sanders presents an extraordinary fi ne arts instructor James Jensen, collection of black and white photo- these images exemplify stereo pho- that opened to the public at the Loyola University graphs that capture the mysterious tography, an immensely popular phe- Museum of Art (LUMA) on Saturday, January 31. radiance and residual spirituality of nomenon at the turn of the 20th cen- Egypt’s ancient ruins. tury. Stereo photography enables two Three of the exhibits will be on view through Sunday, March 8, and slightly different images of the same The Eternal Light of Egypt will be on view through Sunday, May 10. subject to appear as a single, three- dimensional image when viewed through a stereoscope. 2 New Web portal gives students a leg up Save the Date The Undergraduate Admission office recently launched Next Stop: Loyola, a Web portal for newly admitted students. The portal is designed to give freshmen LAKE SHORE CAMPUS and transfer students access to important CCIH Film Series: Hitchcock’s North by Northwest information before arriving at Loyola and to help them get familiar with the February 19 Join the Joan and Bill Hank Center for the Catholic Intellectual Heritage (CCIH) as University, the city of Chicago, and their 6:30 PM they host a screening of Alfred Hitchcock’s future classmates. Crown Center 1959 thriller about running from unknown The site helps students familiarize Auditorium enemies with unknown intentions. A post- themselves with residence life, financial film discussion will be led by Elizabeth aid, new student orientation, and other Coffman, PhD, an associate professor vital parts of the first-year experience. in Loyola’s School of Communication. Students can also ask questions and The screening is part of the CCIH’s “Faith interact with current students and faculty in Focus” film series. Admission is free. through chats and threaded discussions. Contact the CCIH at [email protected] The Office of First Year Experience will also with any questions. use Next Stop extensively, preparing and supporting students as they begin their Loyola studies. In addition, the portal’s social networking feature will Women’s History Month Keynote: Vandana Shiva create a sense of community by helping students connect with other admitted students from around the country. March 11 Dr. Vandana Shiva, winner of the alternative Nobel Peace Prize (the Right Livelihood 7:30 PM Award) in 1993, will discuss, “Sustainability Mundelein Center and the Global Food Crisis.” Dr. Shiva is a Auditorium Loyola faculty member named dynamic, provocative thinker, and com- University’s sustainability director mentator on the environment, women’s issues, and international affairs. She is also Loyola’s Center for Urban Environmental Research and Policy the author of numerous books, including has appointed James Eames, PhD, as its new sustainability Earth Democracy: Justice, Sustainability, director. Eames, currently an instructor in Loyola’s Department and Peace and Stolen Harvest: The Hijacking of the Global Food Supply. This event is of Natural Science, will be responsible for directing Loyola’s sus- open to the public and free of admission. tainability initiatives on both lakeside campuses and working to For more information, call Carol Coyne at incorporate sustainability into the curriculum. A former business 773.508.8430. owner and political consultant, Eames’s background includes more than 25 years of experience in the environmental field. More than a year ago, the University’s administration, along with Nancy Tuchman, PhD, director of CUERP, developed a sustainability task force to review WATER TOWER CAMPUS the University’s use of natural resources and make recommendations on how Conference: International Social Justice Program to reduce its carbon footprint. A key recommendation of the task force was to invest in the hiring of a knowledgeable sustainability director to lead Loyola’s February 21 University Ministry is hosting the short-term and long-term environmental efforts. Eames officially began his post 10:30 AM–2 PM International Social Justice Conference. as sustainability director on January 1, 2009. Kasbeer Hall, This conference will provide the schools 25 E. Pearson located on the Water Tower Campus with the opportunity to learn from each other about international academic programs that address social justice. For more information, please contact Michael Maher at [email protected]. MAYWOOD CAMPUS WESTERN NEOLITHIC IDOLS: LOCKING IT AWAY: Medical Students’ Distinguished Lecture Series Symbols of Fertility and Life Signs, Secrets, and Symbols of Keys A recent gift from father and son A fascinating collection that features February 16 This event features a lecture on Harlan J. and Aaron Berk, this exhibi- more than 135 historical keys and 5–6 PM “Climate Change: Human Health and tion contains over 100 examples of locks will be on display through a Leischner Hall, Healthy Solutions,” by keynote speaker Stargazers, or tiny stone sculptures generous donation from Patricia Brett Stritch School of Paul R.