- May 17, 2011
- 12:01 am
- Jessica Reynolds
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Loyola introduces Maroon & Gold Society
New members gather for a photo with Father Garanzini (far left) and VP of Student Development Rob Kelly, PhD, (far right) at the recent Maroon & Gold Dinner on May 9.
Twenty-three students were recently inducted into Loyola’s Maroon & Gold Society, a new organization on campus that recognizes rising seniors who have shown a commitment to leadership, academic excellence, and community service. During the Maroon & Gold Dinner on May 9, each inductee was given a commemorative plate and blanket and was acknowledged in front of Loyola President Michael J. Garanzini, S.J., Provost John Pelissero, and other special guests from the University.
Members of the Maroon & Gold Society were nominated by faculty, staff, and fellow classmates, and then awarded membership based upon individual achievements demonstrating dedication to the five pillars of the organization: academic excellence, service, diversity, the Loyola community, and student philanthropy. Father Garanzini and Dr. Robert Kelly, vice president of student development, selected the final members, in consultation with Shannon Howes, director of student leadership development, Nicole Meehan, director of alumni relations, and Jon Heintzelman, vice president for advancement.
The society acts as a liaison between the student body and other University administrators, including Father Garanzini. Members coordinate and work on strategic projects related to the organization’s values, and they also serve as mentors for younger students.
“The Maroon & Gold Society will provide its members with an enriched final year at Loyola and a platform in which they will have the opportunity to contribute more fully to the University community,” says Jack McLean, the assistant vice president of student development.” Also, by participating in this society, the students will develop a deeper sense of purpose that will better prepare them for their transition as leaders beyond Loyola.”
Members of the Maroon & Gold Society are:
- Michelle Amiott
- Lauren Arceneaux
- Annemarie Barrett
- Jenai Booker
- Michael Bunting
- Julia Catania
- Nicole Cotto
- Rajelin Escondo
- Lindsy Fagerstrom
- Christine M. Flynn
- Wendolyn Gomez
- Russell Gonzalez
- Walt Gibler
- Michael Levasseur
- Tim McMahon
- Jack Nguyen
- Pedro Portillo
- David Ridder
- Stephanie Romeo
- Rameya Shanmugavelayutham
- Kelly Silay
- Christina Smith
- Brandon Thies
These students were previously recognized at a ceremony during the University’s first annual Weekend of Excellence in April, where each member received the Maroon & Gold Society membership pin.
Congratulations to these exceptional students who represent Ignatian leadership at the University and in the community.
