Academics

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Loyola offers 40 majors and 50 minors at the undergraduate level. And as we’ll hear from Fatima, a junior biochemistry major with a minor in studio arts, Greyhounds gain both depth of knowledge and breadth of experience and the personal attention and mentorship that fosters success. Over to you Fatima.

– Thanks Alex and hi, friends. Growing up in Jersey city, an incredibly diversity where I was surrounded by different religions, ideals, and cultures, I wanted a college experience that offers an intersectionality of experiences and academic subjects. I’m studying biochemistry and I’m in the pre-dental track through Loyola’s pre-health programs. My dream is to become a pediatric dentist. While my love for science is still strong, Loyola’s liberal arts core curriculum gave me a unique chance to explore other subjects. I’ve discovered a passion for social science and the arts and I’ve decided to minor in studio arts. The science department faculty goes above and beyond with their time and their knowledge helping me master difficult material. I know my professors well and can lean on them for support throughout and beyond my college career. My studio arts professors encourage me to embrace my identity and my Filipino culture, helping me get involved in activities and realize my potential. This support extends beyond my classes and to everything that I’m involved in here. I am a part of the chapel choir and Loyola Bells, an acapella group. Both allow me to be myself doing something that I love while providing an outlet during stressful academic times. ♪ Oh they’re welcome ♪ I also engage with the community through Loyola’s Center for Community Service and Justice, tutoring high school students. Loyola’s liberal arts education has allowed me to expand my thinking and make connections across disciplines in ways I could not have imagined. The unconditional support and attention from faculty and students creates an environment that I can only compare to my home and my family. Thanks to Loyola I have found my passions and my second home. Back to you, Alex.

– Fatima, thank you for taking us through your academic experience here at Loyola. Your story about discovering new ways to make connections between seemingly unrelated subjects is phenomenal. With the support of faculty and the distinctive education you’re receiving through the pre-health program, I know you’ll make a fantastic pediatric dentist someday. Thanks again, Fatima.