The Phoenix - Closer Look

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Damen Hall demolition continues

Building expected to be demolished by Spring 2011

To answer the burning question: Yes, Damen Hall is coming down. Full story

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Portrait of a Young Man

Loyola student and musician enjoys international success

Senior Loyola student Colin Caulfield has enjoyed local and international success with Young Man, a recently-signed musical act comprised entirely of Ramblers. The bandmates, fresh from a summer tour, sit down with Diversions to talk about how far they've come. Full story

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Preparing people to lead extraordinary lives

If spending money is all it would take to become a top tier school, Loyola might have it in the bank.   While the campus is undergoing a complete makeover, some students are hoping that they will get more in the end than just a few shiny new toys and navigable walkways to get to class.   Full story

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Norville Intercollegiate Athletic Center

Norville big step for athletics

If you want a football team at Loyola, just tell President the Rev. Michael J. Garanzini where to put it, because he has no idea. Full story

USGA outlines plans for fall semester

Although the school year has just begun, Loyola’s Unified Student Government Association (USGA) already has several goals planned for the upcoming semester.

Women’s Volleyball: Diggin’ in

After losing a few key players to graduation last semester, the Loyola women’s volleyball team has developed a new style. New and returning players will have to step into the roles left vacant by last year’s seniors.

Abuse your sweet tooth

Bakeries here in Chicago are bringing the allure of the cupcake into the open with gourmet offerings and creative presentation. For some palate-pleasing sweet treats, check out these shrines to the great contemporary culinary art of the cupcake.

From the Editor's Desk

Loyola touts itself as a “home for all faiths,” so it was fitting that one of the highlights of Welcome Week 2010 was Eboo Patel, a prominent Muslim-American leader who founded an organization with religious pluralism at the heart of its mission – Chicago’s Interfaith Youth Core. He also sits on President Barack Obama’s Advisory Council on Faith-Based Neighborhood Partnerships.