"What Is the Crime Wave?" offers three perspectives on the recent spike in crime in New Orleans: as a statistical trend (Ben Horwitz, AH Datalytics), as a scary social phenomenon (Dr. Chuck Nichols, Psychology), and as a media event (Dr. Sheryl Kennedy Haydel, Director of the School of Communication and Design). Dr. Marcus M.

While recognizing that terms like "Hispanic" and "Latinx" denote many heterogeneous cultures, it is important to underscore the successes, challenges, and diversity of Latinx experiences in the context of culture, diplomacy, and law in New Orleans. The speakers in this series will discuss intellectually-riveting topics, such as the history of the New Orleans Mexican Consulate, the politics promoting immigration, journeys in academia, and other pressing issues, all within the Loyola and New Orleans communities. Join us!

The panel includes:

Loyola alumna Constance Paige Young '05 is a speaker, racial justice activist, and an advocate for crime victims. She is a survivor of multiple violent crimes, including the racially motivated car attack in Charlottesville, Virginia in 2017. Constance now devotes her time to building a radically loving community in the here and now. Informed and transformed by a dynamic journey, she speaks about cultivating resilience through adversity, restorative justice, and informs others on how to best support victims of crime and their loved ones. 

The Jesuit Social Research Institute is excited to invite you to our 2022 Twomey Lecture, featuring Sr. Helen Prejean, CSJ and Bill Quigley, J.D. Sr. Helen and Bill will speak about ending the death penalty in Louisiana. Please join us for this important and faith-inspired event on Wednesday, April 6, at 7:00pm at Holy Name of Jesus Church (6367 St. Charles Avenue). Contact Fr. Chris Kellerman, SJ, at cjkeller@loyno.edu if you have any questions.

The pandemic has put in stark relief the role undocumented immigrants play as essential workers in our nation's economy. Will the Biden Administration finally pass legislation to address our nation's immigration crisis?

In this panel discussion, New Orleans area immigrant advocates will discuss the need for immigration reform that includes an earned path to citizenship for the over 10.4 million undocumented immigrants living in the U.S. today and what else is at stake in this debate. Join us!