The University reserves the right to change its policies, either by publicizing the changes or by including the changes in future editions of the Student Handbook, whether on-line or in hard copy. Every student is held responsible for knowledge of the policies and procedures in this handbook, and any special instructions and directives announced by the Vice President for Student Affairs and Associate Provost or designee. The policies and procedures in this handbook reflect the latest version available at the time of publication. However, it is the most current version that applies. Students can secure the most up to date version of any policy or procedure by contacting the appropriate department or office, or, in many instances, by checking the University’s website.
Academic policies, procedures, and requirements are published in the Loyola University New Orleans undergraduate, graduate, and law bulletins.
Loyola University Mission Statement
Loyola University New Orleans, a Jesuit and Catholic institution of higher education, welcomes students of diverse backgrounds and prepares them to lead meaningful lives with and for others; to pursue truth, wisdom, and virtue; and to work for a more just world. Inspired by Ignatius of Loyola’s vision for finding God in all things, the University is grounded in the liberal arts and sciences, while also offering opportunities for professional studies in undergraduate and selected graduate programs. Through teaching, research, creative activities, and service, the faculty, in cooperation with the staff, strives to educate the whole student and to benefit the larger community.
Student Handbook
- Welcome from the President
- Philosophy of Loyola
- Student Services
- Policy on Student Rights, Freedoms, and Responsibilities
- Policies Governing Student Behavior
- Residential Life Policies
- Joseph A. Danna Center Policies and Procedures
- Policies Governing Student Organizations, University Events, and Activities
- Recreational Sports Policies and Procedures
- Intercollegiate Athletics Philosophy, Policies, and Procedures
- Policies Governing Traffic and Parking
- University Policies
- Academic Information
- Policy and Procedures on Discrimination and Harassment
- Policy on the Release of Student Information
Emergency Information
University Police—For ordinary assistance or information regarding security, dial 3434; for on-campus emergencies (security or fire), dial 911. The blue light emergency telephones, located throughout both campuses and in the parking garages, connects the caller directly to the university police office without the need to dial. When telephoning from off-campus, dial 865-3434.
Fire—In case of fire, dial 911 or telephone the New Orleans Fire Department, 581-3473, then notify University Police. Do not attempt to put out the fire before calling the Fire Department.
Emergency Cancellation of Classes—If it becomes necessary to cancel classes due to inclement weather, listen to local radio and TV stations and/or call the emergency information line at 865-2186 for a recorded message which will indicate if classes are cancelled.
