We had the opportunity to hold an interview with sophomore from Homs, Syria, Mahdi Sahloul, one of Loyola’s most active and highly esteemed student leaders. Simply being in the presence of the young Syrian was inspiring; his cool, yet captivating charisma speaking long before he did. Here’s what he had to say. CY: Last year you
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Maybe Studying Abroad is All it’s Cracked Up To Be
Having second thoughts about studying abroad? We spoke with Senior Economics student, Kenzie Moore, who spent a semester abroad in one of the world’s oldest civilizations, Rome. The John Felice Rome Center is world renown for its convenient location, academic rigor, and diverse and inclusive community. While the John Felice Center is indeed a great
Cultural Cuisine: The African Restaurant You’ve Been Looking For
When you live in a foreign country, there comes a time when you desire things that will bring you back to your native culture. Knowing that it is difficult to find affordable and easily accessible African food in Chicago, Culturally Yours traveled the city and found a unique restaurant: Bolat African Cuisine. There, you will find healthy, non-processed, authentic African cuisine
The Art of Fashion: A Middle Eastern Celebration
If you haven’t been to the Middle East, you’re probably not familiar with the traditional wear of Arab culture. Most of us are only exposed to these individuals on television or through pictures and videos on the internet. A group of students in the Middle Eastern Student Association decided to break away from the negative
Hyde Park: Chicago’s Hidden Paradise
Have you ever visited a neighborhood where you remained fascinated and speechless? Have you ever been excited to visit a place, yet you were advised not to go? I had the same experience until I decided to break these stereotypes about some of Chicago’s neighborhoods. On my journey I discovered one of Chicago’s most beautiful
A Guide to Transitioning into American Social Life
Junior Loyola student, Pavan Khera, vividly describes her cultural journey and what it is like transitioning into a university social scene as an international student. Traveling across the globe to acquire an education is by no means an easy feat. Khera, who seems to have accomplished a successful transition, gives us a few tips and
Students Organize Mission Trip for Flint Water Crisis
Most students spent their Easter weekend traveling home or taking the opportunity to relax after a difficult midterm season. These 18 students from a number of cultural organizations, instead decided to take justice into their own hands and travel to the predominantly Black city, ridden with poisoned water, to provide ground support and hear the stories of
Tacos, Nachos, and Tequila: What No One Tells You About Mexico
I had the privilege of living most of my life in Mexico where I became completely in love with the culture of the country. Mexico is rich in history, it has diverse gastronomy, countless museums, beaches, mountains, deserts, pyramids,and much more. After living a few years in Mexico and learning about all the amazing things that the
Collegiate Protests Sweep the US: Loyola Workers Strike Back
A wave of students assembled onto the field in front of Klarchek Information Commons, following a scheduled student walk-out from evening classes. What began as a mere rumor from the anonymous group Loyola Black Voices, quickly escalated into the largest demonstration ever to take place at the Jesuit University. Events at the University of Missouri,
An African Transitions to America
Adjusting to a new culture and environment is a normal process and can generate a wide variety of reactions and feelings. It goes from cultural surprise, stress, shock, and self-confidence that can be regained after. Augustin Vondou, an international student at Loyola like many of you shares his personal experiences. He is doing a