September 1, 2000

Welcome back

The Class of 2004 is made up of 870 students, a nine percent increase over last year's enrollment. The new class' average standardized combined test scores for SAT is 1190 and the students have an ACT composite of 26. The combined grade point average is 3.56. These figures are significant when compared to the scores of the national college-bound population's average score of 1016 for the SAT and 21 on the ACT. The students are from 41 states and 19 foreign countries.

The New Student Orientation office helps all new students make a smooth transition to university life and helps new students and their families learn about the expectations and realities of college life.

The entire Class of 2004 assembled on campus Friday, August 25, to "Catch the Action," the second phase of the Loyola's orientation program. The class heard remarks from University President Bernard P. Knoth, S.J., and key faculty, administrators, and student leaders.

Since 1997, the Center for Student Leadership Development and New Student Orientation office have implemented the "Here to Help" button program. Loyola faculty and staff wear the button to let students know they are accessible and anxious to help with any question or concern.