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Student Life
An education is more than just what happens in the classroom.
The Parkinson School of Health Sciences and Public Health provides students from all backgrounds with an encouraging and inclusive environment that supports learning and development and fosters engagement toward personal and professional growth. Whether you’re learning online or on campus, you have access to organizations, activities, and events to build your network of colleagues and friends, your leadership skills, and your understanding of health.
Get involved and make the most of your Loyola and Parkinson experience! You’ll join a community of people just like you—committed to improving human health.
Wellness
We are committed to creating a supportive environment for both our undergraduate and graduate students. Whether you are studying at the Lake Shore Campus, Health Sciences Campus, or from home, there are resources to help you with any challenge you might face.
All Loyola students have access to Loyola's Wellness Center, which offers medical services as well as a variety of health resources in areas such as nutrition, education, and mental health.
Student organizations
Stay connected by joining one of the Parkinson School’s student organizations or clubs. Engage with peers outside of the classroom and connect with the community in new and exciting ways.
EXERCISE SCIENCE CLUB
The Exercise Science Club is for students who want to become more familiar with the Parkinson School’s Exercise Science program in addition to promoting healthy lifestyles. With a strong support system of students and faculty, members of the club can gain the tools to pursue a career in exercise science. They will also have opportunities to gain experience within the healthcare field and help the community stay involved and healthy. All are welcome to join!
Meets bi-weekly on Tuesdays 8-9 p.m. Email lucexercisescience@gmail.com to learn more or follow on Instagram @lucexercisescience.
HEALTHCARE ADMINISTRATION STUDENT COUNCIL
The Healthcare Administration Student Council is an organization dedicated to promoting the Jesuit ideals of community service, philanthropy, and social justice. Its purpose is to sponsor activities that will further knowledge and showcase skills relative to the healthcare industry.
Email hcasc.luc@gmail.com to learn more or follow on Instagram @luc_hca.
LOYOLA UNIVERSITY PUBLIC HEALTH ASSOCIATION
Established in 2018, the Loyola University Public Health Association (LUPHA) is a public health club open to all degree-seeking graduate students at Loyola. The purpose of LUPHA is to build a sense of community among students and faculty of the Department of Public Health Sciences; to encourage open and constructive discourse on issues that are of concern to the department and discipline; to create and host events for public health outreach; and to provide mentorship to undergraduate and high school students. New members are always welcome!
Email LUPHA@luc.edu to learn more or follow on social media:
- Facebook: @LUPHAChicago
- Instagram: @loyolapublichealth
- Twitter: @LUCPublicHealth
LOYOLA PUBLIC HEALTH CLUB
The Public Health Club seeks to create and promote opportunities for service, education, and professional development skills related to public health on campus, in the greater Chicago community, and beyond. It also aims to cultivate a close-knit social community of students passionate about public health.
Email lucphc@gmail.com to learn more.
- Instagram: @luc.phc
- Facebook: @luc.phc
- LinkedIn: LUC Public Health Club
Student engagement events
Throughout the year, the Office of Student Life hosts several signature events celebrating the Parkinson School and students in all four academic departments: Applied Health Sciences, Health Informatics & Data Science, Healthcare Administration, and Public Health Sciences. We invite you to explore our events and learn how you can participate!
PARKINSON WELCOME WEEK PICNIC
At the beginning of each new school year, the Parkinson School invites all faculty, staff, and students to come together in community for celebration picnics at both the Lake Shore and Health Sciences Campuses.
EXERCISE SCIENCE WEEK
Every March, the Parkinson School celebrates its Exercise Science program with a week of activities, such as yoga, resume workshops, and meet-and-greets with faculty and students. Learn more about the Exercise Science Week!
PUBLIC HEALTH WEEK
In April, the Parkinson School is proud to partner with the American Public Health Association to recognize National Public Health Week – a time for us to celebrate the power of community, share strategies for successful partnerships, and champion the role of a strong public health system.
MEDICAL LABORATORY PROFESSIONALS WEEK
Hidden away in hospital laboratories across the country is a group of heroes responsible for getting the results health care teams rely on every day. While their contributions to health care often go unnoticed, once a year, we take the time to recognize these outstanding individuals during Medical Laboratory Professionals Week.
COMMENCEMENT WEEK
In addition to University events, the Parkinson School of Health Sciences and Public Health wants to celebrate our graduates in the days leading up to Commencement. Explore the schedule of events for Commencement Week and how you can help celebrate our graduating class!
EVENING OF EXCELLENCE
The Evening of Excellence provides an opportunity for students to celebrate their scholarly accomplishments with an interdisciplinary group of faculty and students. Students completing a Master of Public Health and/or Master of Science degree share their capstone projects, engage in scholarly discourse, and learn from fellow students and faculty.
MAGIS AWARDS
Open to all graduates, families, friends, and the larger community, the Celebration of the Magis acknowledges outstanding undergraduate students with the annual Magis Awards. Magis is a Latin word meaning "more" or "greater" and is related to the phrase "ad majorem Dei gloriam," the motto of the Society of Jesus and Loyola University Chicago. Learn more about the Magis Awards and other student recognition opportunities.
An education is more than just what happens in the classroom.
The Parkinson School of Health Sciences and Public Health provides students from all backgrounds with an encouraging and inclusive environment that supports learning and development and fosters engagement toward personal and professional growth. Whether you’re learning online or on campus, you have access to organizations, activities, and events to build your network of colleagues and friends, your leadership skills, and your understanding of health.
Get involved and make the most of your Loyola and Parkinson experience! You’ll join a community of people just like you—committed to improving human health.
Wellness
We are committed to creating a supportive environment for both our undergraduate and graduate students. Whether you are studying at the Lake Shore Campus, Health Sciences Campus, or from home, there are resources to help you with any challenge you might face.
All Loyola students have access to Loyola's Wellness Center, which offers medical services as well as a variety of health resources in areas such as nutrition, education, and mental health.
Student organizations
Stay connected by joining one of the Parkinson School’s student organizations or clubs. Engage with peers outside of the classroom and connect with the community in new and exciting ways.
Student engagement events
Throughout the year, the Office of Student Life hosts several signature events celebrating the Parkinson School and students in all four academic departments: Applied Health Sciences, Health Informatics & Data Science, Healthcare Administration, and Public Health Sciences. We invite you to explore our events and learn how you can participate!