Duhawk Digest

From its inception 16 years ago, Mysteries of Christmas has provided the community with a seasonal experience that combines the highest quality of music and literature in a concert format. In this episode, we look into what make this Loras tradition an enduring favorite for audiences every year.

After a two-year hiatus due to COVID-19, the Loras College All-Sports Camp played to host to campers again this past summer. In this episode, All-Sports Camp Director Tom Kult reflects back on the delays, the return, and the future of the popular campus event.

Tickets for The Loras Players' performance of Eurydice on Nover 17-19, 2022 are available here.

For more information on the Loras Study Abroad program, contact Abbie at abigail.behrens@loras.edu.

For the past 183 years, Loras College has welcomed students to study under the tutelage of an incredible faculty. Including staff and College supporters, a large number of individuals have spent time on campus before moving on with their careers and lives. But what if some of them never left? Join us for a peek at some campus lore and stories of the supernatural.

Andrew Martinez ('23) has a full schedule as he navigates his senior year at Loras. The resident advisor, peer assistant, and president of LULAC spent the past summer in Washington, DC working for Catholic Charities through the Valder Social Justice Scholarship. He shares details from his time in the nation's capital and reflects on his time on campus.

To register for the Sport Business Symposium, visit loras.edu/ecommerce or email Gabby Garcia, gabriella.garcia@loras.edu, Sports Business Club President, for more information.

Learn more about the couseling services offered by Loras College here.

For a full calendar of events and links to register, visit alumni.loras.edu/homecoming

The events for Peace & Justice Week include:Saturday 9/1712-1 pm: 2-mile Solidarity Walk to Support Refugees. Meet outside of Christ the King Chapel and end at Clarke (rides back to Loras are provided).Free barbeque meal at Clarke afterwards hosted by Dubuque NAACPWednesday 9/21 (International Day of Peace)7-8:30pm, Loras Ballrooms Keynote: Nobel Peace Prize Winner Jody Williams. Free reception after.Thursday 9/225-7 pm, Wild Church at Sinsinawa- (Community gathering/service to honor our connection to Creator and creation). Sign-up required.Friday 9/232-4 pm Waste Awareness Trolley Tour followed by Loras campus clean-up! Sign-up required.For more information, contact Hannah Eby at hannah.eby@loras.edu

Some extremely bright and talented people finish their undergraduate degrees with majors in something outside of science and may even work for a few years before they finally recognize their inner calling to become a medical doctor. It's not too late! Duhawk Digest Host, Robert Waterbury, is joined by Ulrike Schultz, program director, and Alex Stuth, a program graduate, to discuss the Postbaccalaureate program. Learn More: https://www.loras.edu/academics/graduate/postbaccalaureatepremed/

Duhawk Digest Host Robert Waterbury is joined by Darrian Hugger, Campus Safety Officer, as the two discuss his time on campus in his role of campus safety officer as well as the role he plays in students' lives on campus. 

Duhawk Digest Host Robert Waterbury is joined by Mike Doyle, J.D. ('91), outgoing vice president for advancement & treasurer, as the two discuss and reflect on his time as a student and employee at Loras College. Hosts: Robert WaterburyProducer: Trent Hanselmann ('18)Guest: Mike Doyle ('91)

Duhawk Digest Host Robert Waterbury is joined by Brie Burnett and Rachel Moser, as they preview Homecoming 2021 and the exciting ways Duhawks can join in on the celebration as they come back to campus after a year missed.Hosts: Robert WaterburyProducer: Trent Hanselmann ('18)Guest: Brie Burnett ('15) and Rachel Moser ('17)

Duhawk Digest Host Robert Waterbury is joined by Heidi Nelson, Director of Graduate Programs, as they discuss the brand new Athletic Training Continuing Education program starting at Loras this year.https://www.loras.edu/academics/graduate/at-continuinged/Hosts: Robert WaterburyProducer: Trent Hanselmann ('18)Guest: Heidi Nelson

Duhawk Digest Host Robert Waterbury is joined by Mike Doyle, Vice President for Advancement | Treasurer,  as the two discuss Loras' 2021 fiscal year and its success as well as projects moving forward to the future. Hosts: Robert WaterburyProducer: Trent Hanselmann ('18)Guest: Mike Doyle ('91)

Duhawk Digest Host Robert Waterbury is joined by Brie Burnett (Director of Alumni Relations), as they preview the 2021 Loras College Legacy Ball that is scheduled for August 20th. Hosts: Robert WaterburyProducer: Trent Hanselmann ('18)Guest: Brie Burnett ('15)

Duhawk Digest Host Robert Waterbury is joined by Dr. Len Decker ('74), Professor of Criminal Justice, as the two discuss and reflect on his career at Loras after he retired after 36 years on campus.Hosts: Robert WaterburyProducer: Trent Hanselmann ('18)Guest: Len Decker ('74)

Duhawk Digest Host Robert Waterbury is joined by Heidi Nelson, Director of Graduate Programs, as they discuss the brand new Cyber Security Boot Camp program starting at Loras this year.Hosts: Robert WaterburyProducer: Trent Hanselmann ('18)Guest: Heidi Nelson

Duhawk Digest Host Robert Waterbury is joined by Board of Regent, Sarah Squires ('89), as the two discuss her journey at Loras, her career at Univision and her experience on the Loras College Board of Regents.Hosts: Robert WaterburyProducer: Trent Hanselmann ('18)Assistant Producer: Owen Funke Guest: Sarah Squires ('89)

Duhawk Digest Host Robert Waterbury is joined by members of the recent NCAA Women's Track & Field Championship Team. Including head coach Matt Jones ('05), assistant coaches Bob Schultz, Mason Tangen and Ethan Adlfinger and senior Terrianna Black.Hosts: Robert WaterburyProducer: Trent Hanselmann ('18)Guests: Matt Jones, Bob Schultz, Mason Tangen, Ethan Adlfinger, Terrianna Black

Hosts: Robert WaterburyProducer: Trent Hanselmann ('18)Guest: Trent Hanselmann ('18)

Hosts: Robert WaterburyProducer: Trent Hanselmann ('18)Guest: Nancy Fett ('90)

Hosts: Robert WaterburyProducer: Trent HanselmannGuest: Heidi Nelson

Hosts: Robert WaterburyProducer: Trent HanselmannGuest: Craig Schaefer ('89)

Hosts: Robert WaterburyProducer: Trent HanselmannGuest: Nathaniel Gee ('09)

Hosts: Robert WaterburyProducer: Trent HanselmannGuest: Jim Collins

Hosts: Robert WaterburyProducer: Trent HanselmannGuest: Steve Helminiak

Duhawk Digest Host Robert Waterbury is joined by the Cancer Research in Exercise Science Lab (CARES) members as they discuss the grand opening of its new space in Keane Hall as well as the continued legacy and relationships the group has as a direct result of the lab. The CARES Lab members include Director Keith Thraen-Borowski, and students: Rachel Valente, Alex Hofstetter, Danielle Rossell, Marissa Schroeder, Hadalyn Anderson, Gracelyn Surma. Members not on the podcast include Mackenzie Anderson and Elizabeth Mills.

Duhawk Digest Host Robert Waterbury is joined by Professor Hugh Graham, Associate Professor of Business Administration, as the two discuss and reflect on his career at Loras as he retires after 33 years on campus.

Duhawk Digest Host Robert Waterbury is joined by three members of the No. 9-ranked Loras wrestling team including head coach TJ Miller and National Champions, Shane Liegel and Wyatt Wriedt. The No. 9-ranked Loras College wrestling team completed the 2021 season on a high note at the 2021 NWCA Division III Wrestling Championship, earning a program-record nine All-Americans as well as crowning two national champions in Shane Liegel at 184 lbs. and Wyatt Wriedt at 285 lbs. Read Full Story: https://duhawks.com/news/2021/3/13/wrestling-no-9-duhawks-crown-two-champions-nine-all-americans.aspx

Duhawk Digest Host Robert Waterbury is joined by Dr. Kate Cooper (Biomedical Sciences Program Director) and Dr. Heidi Nelson (Director of Graduate and Continuing Education Programs) as the group discusses the new Biomedical Sciences Master's Program. Learn More: https://www.loras.edu/biomedical

Duhawk Digest Host Robert Waterbury is joined by Dr. Keith Thraen-Borowski (2021 Loras Legacy Symposium Committee Member), as the two discuss the eighth annual Loras College Legacy Symposium. The Legacy Symposium will once again showcase the stellar work of students and faculty this spring – but with a little different platform.

Duhawk Digest Host Robert Waterbury is joined by Beth Mund ('96), as the two discuss her space exploration simulation and what it's like to "live" on Mars. https://www.bethmund.com/

Duhawk Digest Host Robert Waterbury is joined by Stacia McDermott (Director Spiritual Life and Peace and Justice) and Hannah Eby (Coordinator of Peace, Justice and Service) as the group discusses the events scheduled for Lent through the Spiritual Life office on campus.

Duhawk Digest Host Robert Waterbury interviews Brie Burnett (Director of Alumni Relations) and Brien Nugent (Director of Annual Giving). Together, the group discusses Duhawk Day 2021 and all the excitement planned to Celebrate, Unite and Support on March 10th!

Duhawk Digest Host Robert Waterbury is joined by Professor Pat Marzofka, Associate Professor of Business Administration and Marketing, as the two discuss and reflect on his career at Loras as he retires after 34 years on campus.

Duhawk Digest Host Robert Waterbury is joined by Dr. Sara Glover, Associate Dean of Instruction & Assessment, as the two discuss Loras' reaffirmed HLC accreditation through the 2029-2030 academic year.

Duhawk Digest Host Robert Waterbury is joined by Cayla Schneider, Development Officer, as the two discuss the Loras Women's Leadership Alliance, from the impact it has on campus to the plans for this year. https://daily.loras.edu/lwla-podcast/

Duhawk Digest Host Robert Waterbury is joined by Kim Walsh and Kelsey Callahan as the group discusses campus life, including the challenges and opportunities available to students during this academic year.

Duhawk Digest Host Robert Waterbury is joined by Patrick Reidy ('79), Development Officer, as they reflect on his time as a student on campus, as well as his return to Loras as a staff member.

Duhawk Digest Host Robert Waterbury is joined by Bobbi Earles and Brie Burnett as the group discuss some exciting news coming in 2021 in the Alumni Office.

Duhawk Digest Host Robert Waterbury is joined by 2020 Commencement Speaker David Rodgers, Class of 2017, as they reflect on his Loras experience.

Duhawk Digest Host Robert Waterbury is joined by Brian Kallback ('02), Assistant Professor of Finance, as they discuss the Certified Financial Planning Certification Program at Loras College.

The Miracle on 34th Street is presented by members of The Guild of Saint Genesius, Loras College’s honor society for theatre arts as part of the Loras Players. Jake Heelein (’22) directed the play and is also a member of the cast, along with Amelia Foley (’21), Sam Martin (’21), Catherine Weltzer (’21), Josh Vogt (’21), Emily Lemire (’22), Emma Hennessy (’23), Lillian Feltes (’23), Brittany Zanazaro (’20), Nell Boylan (’22), and Dr. John Eby. Miracle on 34th Street is the story of a department store Santa who claims he’s the real Kris Kringle. When his case gets taken all the way to the Supreme Court, the belief of a little girl makes all the difference.

Duhawk Digest Host Robert Waterbury is joined by Molly Figgins (MAT Program Director and Assistant Professor of Athletic Training) as they discuss the Master of Athletic Training Program at Loras. Learn More: https://www.loras.edu/MAT

Duhawk Digest Host Robert Waterbury is joined by Audrey Miller, Class of 2020, as they reflect on her Loras experience and accomplishments.

Duhawk Digest Host Robert Waterbury is joined by Emanuel "Manny" Rivera, Senior Loras Student, as they discuss his journey to Loras and his experiences with the League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) as president of the Loras chapter.

Duhawk Digest Host Robert Waterbury is joined by Jennie Weber (Academic Internship Coordinator) and Jim Padilla (Dean of the Francis J. Noonan School of Business) as the group discuss internship opportunities and how things have changed for students since the pandemic.

Duhawk Digest Host Robert Waterbury is joined once again by Tricia Borelli, Director of the Counseling Center, as they discuss the continued challenges presented by the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

The Loras Players present their rendition of H.G. Wells’ classic tale, “The War of the Worlds". This production features Ramsey Schulz (’22), Sam Martin (’21), Jake Heelein (’22), Josh Vogt (’21), Liberty Foht (’24), Emma Hennessy (’23), and Sean Spicer (’23), with stage management by Amelia Foley (’21) and audio engineering by Benjamin Drury. Director of Theatre, Ryan Decker provides sound design, editing and direction. First published as a novel in 1898, “The War of the Worlds” is the story of humankind’s battle with a hostile invading extraterrestrial army. It was famously brought to life by Welles during a live broadcast as a Halloween episode of the radio drama anthology series The Mercury Theatre on the Air on October 30, 1938.