Alumni
Alumni
A DRIVING FORCE FOR EDUCATIONAL EQUITY IN CHICAGO AND ACROSS THE NATION
The School of Education has been a cornerstone of the Chicago landscape for 50+ years, with our alumni located in 100+ cities and numerous states across the country, so wherever you work you'll cross paths with a Loyolan.
Alumni Weekend
We are excited to host our alumni back on campus for Alumni Weekend 2023 on October 27-29! There will be a number of incredible opportunities for you to celebrate being a part of the Loyola community and connect with old friends and fellow Ramblers. LEARN MORE
2023 Distinguished Alumni Awards
Each year, Loyola School of Education hosts the annual Distinguished Alumni Awards, bringing forth examples of individuals who live into the Jesuit ideal of being a person for others. This annual event recognizes the contributions and success of our distinguished and dedicated alumni. The School of Education has a long tradition of honoring our graduates who are achieving remarkable success in addressing social inequalities in both their local and global communities. 2023 Distinguished Alumni.
Laura Swanlund, PhD, The School Psychology Distinguished Alumni Award
Kimberly Hook, PhD, The Counseling Psychology Distinguished Alumni Award
Kelly Zhao, PhD, The Research Methodology Distinguished Alumni Award
Nicholas Polyak, EdD, The Administration & Supervision Distinguished Alumni Award
Anna Lees, EdD, The Teaching & Learning Distinguished Alumni Award
Ayanna Williams, MEd, The Dean's Distinguished Alumni Award
Alumni Panel
Join us on Saturday, October 28, for an alumni panel and networking event. Our panel of alumni will discuss what their professional path has been since graduation and share reflections for those soon to be entering the field. Following the panel, guests will have networking time and a chance to learn more about the School of Education LoyolaLinked, a mentoring and networking platform created specifically for SOE students and alumni. REGISTER HERE.
*Professional headshots will be available for attendees during the event.
Hear from our alumni panel:
Kimberly Hook, PhD, Counseling Psychology
Rabia Khan Harvey, MEd, Higher Education
Tiffani Farrow, EdD, School Psychology
Alyssa Hoffmann, MEd, Teaching & Learning
Mamie Till-Mobley, MEd '71
As a lifelong educator, alumna Mamie Till-Mobley (MEd '71) used the transformative power of education to instill a sense of worth and purpose in her students, knowing each person could contribute to the fight for equality. Today, we continue her work of creating a more equitable and just world by memorializing her legacy with the founding of Loyola's Black Alumni Board Mamie Till-Mobley Scholarship.
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Psychology
Kimberly Hook, PhD
Kimberly Hook, PhD is addressing the mental health crisis for Ukrainians in war and peace.
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Community Counseling
Anita Thomas, PhD
Anita Thomas, PhD, has been selected as the 11th president of North Central College. Thomas is the first woman and the first person of color to lead North Central College in its 162-year history.
Read MoreWe inspire educational leaders to solve systemic and universal challenges. School of Education
At Loyola, we inspire educational leaders to solve systemic and universal challenges in our nation’s schools and communities. We believe the best approach is to immerse our students in practical, educational environments from the start. With 99% undergraduate employment placement by graduation and master's programs touting over 95% placement within three months of completion, it’s a proven model for success.
Graduates of Loyola's School of Education can expect lasting relationships with each other and an extensive alumni network to support them throughout their career as they lead the way and serve as teachers, administrators, counselors, psychologists, and policymakers.
Educational Leadership
Brian Wegley, EdD
Brian Wegley, EdD, superintendent of Northbrook Glenview School Dist. 30, is retiring June 30th after 35 years of transformative teaching and leading.
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Teaching & Learning
Rachel Lackey, MEd
A unique partnership paves the way for Loyolans to continue the mission and inspire the next generation.
Read MoreLoyolaLinked: School of Education
LoyolaLinked: School of Education provides a meeting place for our community to have conversations, ask questions and seek guidance, coach and inspire, and explore paths to professional aspirations.It’s a community space to talk and connect. And it’s exclusively for students and alumni of Loyola University of Chicago School of Education. SIGN UP
Also consider joining a LoyolaLinked group for the opportunity to:
- Search and connect with group members
- Engage in conversations on the group discussion board
- Access group resources
Alumni Weekend
We are excited to host our alumni back on campus for Alumni Weekend 2023 on October 27-29! There will be a number of incredible opportunities for you to celebrate being a part of the Loyola community and connect with old friends and fellow Ramblers. LEARN MORE
2023 Distinguished Alumni Awards
Each year, Loyola School of Education hosts the annual Distinguished Alumni Awards, bringing forth examples of individuals who live into the Jesuit ideal of being a person for others. This annual event recognizes the contributions and success of our distinguished and dedicated alumni. The School of Education has a long tradition of honoring our graduates who are achieving remarkable success in addressing social inequalities in both their local and global communities. 2023 Distinguished Alumni.
Laura Swanlund, PhD, The School Psychology Distinguished Alumni Award
Kimberly Hook, PhD, The Counseling Psychology Distinguished Alumni Award
Kelly Zhao, PhD, The Research Methodology Distinguished Alumni Award
Nicholas Polyak, EdD, The Administration & Supervision Distinguished Alumni Award
Anna Lees, EdD, The Teaching & Learning Distinguished Alumni Award
Ayanna Williams, MEd, The Dean's Distinguished Alumni Award
Alumni Panel
Join us on Saturday, October 28, for an alumni panel and networking event. Our panel of alumni will discuss what their professional path has been since graduation and share reflections for those soon to be entering the field. Following the panel, guests will have networking time and a chance to learn more about the School of Education LoyolaLinked, a mentoring and networking platform created specifically for SOE students and alumni. REGISTER HERE.
*Professional headshots will be available for attendees during the event.
Hear from our alumni panel:
Kimberly Hook, PhD, Counseling Psychology
Rabia Khan Harvey, MEd, Higher Education
Tiffani Farrow, EdD, School Psychology
Alyssa Hoffmann, MEd, Teaching & Learning
At Loyola, we inspire educational leaders to solve systemic and universal challenges in our nation’s schools and communities. We believe the best approach is to immerse our students in practical, educational environments from the start. With 99% undergraduate employment placement by graduation and master's programs touting over 95% placement within three months of completion, it’s a proven model for success.
Graduates of Loyola's School of Education can expect lasting relationships with each other and an extensive alumni network to support them throughout their career as they lead the way and serve as teachers, administrators, counselors, psychologists, and policymakers.
LoyolaLinked: School of Education
LoyolaLinked: School of Education provides a meeting place for our community to have conversations, ask questions and seek guidance, coach and inspire, and explore paths to professional aspirations.It’s a community space to talk and connect. And it’s exclusively for students and alumni of Loyola University of Chicago School of Education. SIGN UP
Also consider joining a LoyolaLinked group for the opportunity to:
- Search and connect with group members
- Engage in conversations on the group discussion board
- Access group resources