Loyola Magazine: Fall 2020

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THE INNOVATION ISSUE

Class of 2020 Graduation Car Parade

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A Letter from the President DEAR LOYOLA FAMILY, During these past six months, we have only seen each other on Zoom and videos, at livestreamed Masses and from afar at car parades. I feel so fortunate to be able to do that in the midst of this pandemic, but, the best is when I get to see you in person. Your love for your sons, grandsons, nephews and our school—that’s Loyola, that’s our community, that’s what we are working towards as this edition goes to print.

The COVID-19 pandemic has made us rethink everything about education. And that’s why this is the Innovation Issue.

We’ve had to change course on how we teach and communicate but most importantly how we continue to be Cubs in a virtual world, true to our Jesuit Catholic values of education.

We had been preparing for the possibility of having to go virtual for months. Loyola Principal Frank Kozakowski, the faculty and the IT team were going zero to 60 to be ready.

When the time came, they showed us what excellence was all about at 1901 Venice Boulevard. Please read Director of Faculty and Latin teacher Teri Kawamata’s recounting of how Loyola’s teachers struggled and succeeded to educate its students remotely. She calls the faculty heroes; they are.

But how did our students feel? Class Valedictorian Jordi Ettinger ’20 explains that he and the graduating seniors kept coming to class during the spring, when most of them were into the colleges or universities of their choice, out of respect for Loyola and its teachers. As President of Loyola High School, it doesn’t get much better than that.

It’s not just our graduates that feel the pull to be the best, to be Loyola. Aidan Donahue ’21 is side by side with the Skid Row Running Class before his remote classes, helping to build community and be a part of it. Men for and with Others lives on during these difficult times.

And, it is so impressive that Loyola events that were always an in-person celebration went online and off-the-charts successful. It’s thanks to you that the Interchange and the

Spring Luncheon raised essential funds for financial aid and still continued building camaraderie among Loyola moms.

I’m humbled by the creativity of our community, the depth of its generosity and its innovative spirit.

As we enter our 155th anniversary as the oldest continually operated educational institution in Southern California, thank you for your support and trust as we educate Los Angeles’ future leaders, the Loyola Cubs of this new decade.

Yours in Christ,

AMDG Rev. Gregory M. Goethals, SJ ’73 President, Loyola High School of Los Angeles

LOYOLA MAGAZINE Editor: Maite Saralegui Berry Design and Creative Direction: Charity Capili Ellis Cover: Charity Capili Ellis

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Photography: Wendy Burg, Jason Cruz ’12, Angel De Losangeles, Dlugolecki Photography, Keats Elliott, Dustin Snipes and Nora Warren Contributors: Jamal Adams ’90, Jason Cruz ’12, Aidan Donahue ’21, Jordi Ettinger ’20, Patrick Girardi ’99, Dr. Ann Holmquist, Teri Kawamata, Kaitlin Collins Pardo and the Advancement Team

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TA BLE OF CON T EN T S 03 A Letter from the President 05 Innovation: The Class of 2020 and the Virtual Campus

By Jordi Ettinger ’20 07 Innovation: The Faculty, my Heroes

By Teri Kawamata 08 Innovation: Cub Year One

By Kaitlin Collins Pardo 09 Innovation: Interchange 48—the Livestreamed Auction 10 Innovation: 89th Annual Mothers’ Guild Spring Luncheon: Let’s Do Lunch!

11 Innovation: Athletics: The COVID-19 Curveball

By Jason Cruz ’12 12 Innovation: Building Community

By Aidan Donohue ’21 13 Office for Mission Goes Tech

By Dr. Ann Holmquist 14 Men for and with Others

By Jamal Adams ’90 15 Loyola Students Find Jesus Everywhere 16 cyberCubs Build More Than Just Robots

By Jason Cruz ’12 17 Loyola Welcomes Alexy Coughlin as Vice President of Advancement

By Jason Cruz ’12 18 Loyola’s Alumni Weekend Comes Directly to Your Home: First-Ever Cub Give & Gather Premieres Online on October 16th

By Patrick Girardi ’99 19 Loyola 2018-2019 Financials at a Glance 21 New Appointments: Spotlight on Heath Utley, Angela Reno and Dan Annarelli

By Jason Cruz ’12 22 Class Notes 24 In Memoriam 26 Board of Directors

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The Class of 2020 and the Virtual Campus THE UNPRECEDENTED COVID-19 PANDEMIC forced a radical and abrupt change in the way that Loyola conducted classes. The change came with particular difficulty for the senior class. Not only did we miss out on many hallmark events of our senior year, we had to find the motivation to continue going to class and doing our schoolwork. Many seniors had already been notified by colleges by the time Loyola’s campus shuttered on March 13 or would be notified in the following weeks.

In addition, most AP classes had finished or would soon finish content, so most of the time in quarantine was spent preparing for AP tests, something many seniors already felt unmotivated to do.

Thus, the main difficulty of online school, for the senior class at least, was motivation. When many of us were already suffering from senioritis, when we had our minds fixed on college, when the list of those graduating with

BY JORDI ETTINGER ’20 pre-coronavirus world, Senior Year, the one time when we could forget about the events of the greater world and just joke around and talk with our friends and teachers.

But beyond that, I went back to school out of respect for my teachers, respect for Loyola. My teachers and the administration put in so much effort to make our last few months as normal and special as possible, whether through the graduation car parade, the notes in our graduation boxes, the virtual Kairos or countless other examples. Even on a daily basis, my teachers tried their hardest to keep us engaged in class through discussions and activities, and in every class, each of my teachers checked in on us, asking how we were and so on. How could I turn my back on them, their hard work and their genuine concern for our wellbeing?

I imagine many of my peers felt similarly, for throughout those last months, even with senioritis, they continued showing up to class and participating in class as well.

I suppose the greatest lesson I learned from the transition to online was just how much of a community Loyola truly is, how much respect and love the students have for the people in the community and how unwilling the seniors were to just abandon Loyola. honors had already been published, when there would be little punishment for skipping class, how did we find the motivation to wake up for 8:00 a.m. Zoom calls instead of staying in bed and skipping class?

The primary way that this experience changed me personally was in teaching me to ask questions. Often in life, we become so complacent and so accustomed to something, that we neglect to stop and ask ourselves why we are doing that thing. During my last three months at Loyola, I had to ask myself, why: why did I continue attending class even when I had little desire and little incentive? The two answers I could come up with were normalcy and respect. In a time of change and isolation, school was our one link back to a

I suppose the greatest lesson I learned from the transition to online was just how much of a community Loyola truly is, how much respect and love the students have for the people in the community and how unwilling the seniors were to just abandon Loyola.

Looking back, I have a newfound respect for the Loyola community and all the people who are that community.

In some way, my last months at Loyola proved to me why I chose this place over other high schools: through the toughest and bleakest of circumstances, we hold steadfast to our core ideals, for throughout this pandemic, we were and will continue to be a community of men and women for and with others.

THE TOP 15 SCHOOLS AT WHICH LOYOLA STUDENTS ENROLLED: Loyola Marymount University (20) Santa Clara University (20) University of Southern California (13) Southern Methodist University (13) University of Arizona (11)

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University of California, Berkeley (10) University of California, Los Angeles (10) University of California, Santa Barbara (8) University of Wisconsin, Madison (8) University of Michigan (6)

University of Oregon (6) Loyola University, Chicago (6) University of California, Santa Cruz (6) California Poly. State University, Pomona (5) Pennsylvania State University (5)

46 graduating seniors from the Class of 2020 will become First-Generation college students.

members of the Class of 2020 went on to many of the nation’s Jesuit colleges: Boston College (1); College of the Holy Cross (1); Creighton University (1); Fairfield University (1); Fordham University (1); Georgetown University (2); Gonzaga University (1); Loyola Marymount University (20); Loyola University Chicago (6); Loyola University New Orleans (1); Marquette University (1); and Santa Clara University (20).

76 members of the Class of 2020 matriculated to universities and colleges ranked in the Top 25 according to US News & World Report: Bates College (2); Carleton College (1); Colgate University (4); Columbia University (1); Duke University (2); Georgetown University (2); Grinnell College (3); Harvard University (1); Middlebury College (1); Northwestern University (1); Pomona College (1); Princeton University (1); Rice University (1); Stanford University (4); University of California, Berkeley (10); University of California, Los Angeles (10); University of Chicago (2); University of Michigan (6); University of Notre Dame (4); University of Pennsylvania (3); University of Southern California (13); Washington University in St. Louis (1); Yale University (2).

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The Car Parade: Celebrating the Class of 2020

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The Faculty, my Heroes

BY TERI KAWAMATA, DIRECTOR OF FACULTY, LATIN TEACHER

IGNATIAN PEDAGOGY requires a lot of personal reflection. As I look back at the last two years, I see God’s work. Two years ago, Principal Kozakowski hired me as a director of faculty and tasked me with technology integration in the classroom. The ITS Department Director Terence Stephenson and I teamed up to push forward an important initiative, the One-to-One (1:1) laptop program for the purpose of providing equity and access for all students.

Given the coronavirus pandemic, the 1:1 program turned out to be critical in our transition to online learning.

We made sure we wouldn’t leave any student behind because of financial challenges and that we would provide for those students who needed assistance. After we had provided for those who didn’t have computer access at home, we knew that about 95 percent of students had a computer available to them. Within days, the ITS department quickly reconfigured existing classroom laptops and loaned them to those who didn’t have one. Because Loyola made sure all students could tap into Internet technology at home, we were able to transition to synchronous and asynchronous online instruction.

time and gave. We tried to be both counselor and teacher.

The teachers with small children experienced the hardest transition, working double overtime. Teachers with kids had to juggle two jobs—teaching their own children as well as their Loyola students. They should receive some gold star special recognition. They are my heroes.

The transition to online learning was not and is not easy.

We spent many late nights preparing lesson plans and activities that we didn’t know whether they would work.

It felt like we were experiencing our first year of teaching again, yet we all survived and thrived by helping each other.

Department lines went away. Math teachers were helping English teachers. Modern and Classical Language teachers were helping Social Science teachers.

COVID-19 was—and is—the best professional development training for teachers. When we return to in-person classes, we will be more proficient in educational technology, closer as a community and more united in purpose and mission.

We have a deeper understanding of how teachers who collaborate, share a common mission, and bring each other along, make a powerful force. We raised each other up.

Started two years ago, this transition now seems prescient.

All teachers had been strongly encouraged and trained in using Canvas as our main Learning Management System (LMS). When we went online, both teachers and students were ready to transition, nervous, but ready. Canvas now

We have a deeper understanding of how teachers who collaborate, share a common mission, and bring each other along, make a powerful force.

We raised each other up.

would be our only platform for learning, no longer an option but a necessity. The teachers used their training and adapted quickly. (Canvas is the LMS that the majority of the Ivy Leagues use as well as the UCs.) When it was clear that we would be leaving campus, teachers had basically one period to receive any further training.

Canvas had a feature called Conferences that allows teachers to video conference with our students. We soon realized that it was not meant for an entire school to use full time.

So we switched to Zoom. Then the online world experienced Zoom-bombing. ITS quickly found a more secure Zoom Pro option for the school. The ground was always shifting underneath us and yet the teachers courageously shifted with it.

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My best outcome from online learning was how the directors of faculty came together to keep the faculty community together and help the faculty not only survive, but also thrive.

We collaborated, consulted each other, the students and made decisions that would help provide both teachers and students stability and routine. We created daily opportunities including Virtual Faculty Rooms for community, support and professional development. Teachers taught teachers.

Department Chairs reached out.

Teaching online was like fighting a series of small battles.

We had to overcome many new, unexpected challenges as we went forward to uncharted educational waters. We fought hard for our students. What should be acknowledged is the blood, sweat and tears the teachers shed for their students.

Yes, they were being professionals but there was a greater mission to educate and care for their students that drove teachers to take daily risks and to do their very best.

Loyola teachers greeting freshmen with welcome boxes as they drove through campus.

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Cub Year One

BY KAITLIN COLLINS PARDO, COORDINATOR CY1, SPANISH-LANGUAGE TEACHER

I CAME INTO THIS HISTORIC INSTITUTION wide-eyed with an edge of hubris intermixed with intimidation. Transitioning from teaching at a co-ed school of 300 students to an all-male school of 1250-plus, I quickly understood the overwhelming feeling of being the proverbial small fish in a big pond. And to be candid, my own lived experiences and identity felt antithetical to that of what I believed represented Loyola: a young midwestern female, the product of public education, and raised Catholic, but not quite Ignatian.

In a similar way, our students enter Loyola with their own preconceived notions of what this place embodies, and throughout their four years, strive both to understand themselves and how their narrative is interwoven into Loyola’s story. This desire to feel part of something bigger inspired me to consider how to more meaningfully welcome our students.

As a result, I created Loyola Cub Bootcamp, a 23-day course for Summer Session, constructed around the first-year experience and informed by data collected from our academic departments. The course covered everything from scholastic skills to cultural consciousness, sequenced thematically by the Grad at Grad* values that Loyola espouses. Overall, the program was well-received, both by students and a national audience.1 Given the positive response, it felt like we were on to something; to put it in Jesuit terms, we were responding to the “signs of the times.”

Then March 2020 happened.

Challenged by a global pandemic, the rapid transition from traditional pedagogy to distance learning, and the unlikelihood of an in-person orientation, Dr. Paul Jordan ’88, Assistant Principal for Student Life and Director of Counseling, invited me to reimagine Bootcamp into what is now known as Cub Year One (CY1): First Year Foundations—a holistic online orientation.

Consequently, we designed a 12-hour program that epitomizes the Ignatian concept of Cura Personalis—care for the whole person. CY1 desires not only to nourish the intellect of our young men, but also to inform their hearts, representative of the greater call of Ignatian education: (1) social responsibility, (2) critical thinking and (3) personal development.2 CY1 is similar to training for a marathon—the habits and practices needed before the big race. Students are encouraged to go the extra mile, but will not be penalized if they fall short.

Each cohort will also meet periodically throughout the year.

In this way, participants will not only have fans on the sidelines cheering them on, but peers and mentors running alongside them in the race.

Despite the grave consequences of the pandemic, this has been an energizing time in Loyola’s history. Innovation manifests itself on the heels of change—challenging us to stay true to ourselves while metamorphosing anew. This is what CY1 is all about, a call to authentic transformation. Coincidentally, this is true for me as well. In attempting to create space for our first-year students to understand their place in the legacy of Loyola, I ultimately found mine.

* Grad at Grad Values: Open to Growth, Intellectually Distinguished, Religious, Loving, Committed to Justice, Developing as a Leader 1 Pardo, Kaitlin. “Reimagining the Grad at Grad: ’Committed to Justice’ as an Authentic Counter Narrative to Race and Privilege.” Ignatian Family Teach-In for Justice, 17 Nov. 2019, Crystal City Gateway Marriott Hotel, Arlington, VA. Conference presentation.

2 Fairfield University Media Center. “The Olive.” YouTube, produced and narrated by Jason Kapell, 4 Feb. 2009. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MSvOPtq30Xw.

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Interchange 48—the Livestreamed Auction THE STAGE WAS SET FOR MARCH 28 and Loyola High School’s Interchange 48 was in full swing. Spark!

Igniting the Fire Within was the theme, celebrating the call of St. Ignatius of Loyola to light the spark of passion for service and social justice within Loyola’s young men.

There was just one problem: two weeks before the big event, California Governor Gavin Newsom issued a shelter-in-place order due to rising COVID-19 cases.

Ms. Chamberlain got in high gear. A new program provided guests with three days of bidding on exclusive auction items.

Vigil Mass was livestreamed, creating a sacred space for families to watch at home. And the Auction hosts were none other than Loyola President Fr. Gregory M. Goethals, SJ, ’73; Cub mom and radio personality Ellen K. of KOST 103.5; and Spectrum News 1 morning news co-anchor Melvin Robert ’01, all filmed by physics teacher and John Malloy Broadcasting Club advisor Andrew Uy.

Loyola faced a difficult decision. Either

teaching so students could conclude

As the bidding began, so did the banter between the three hosts, capturing the fun and spontaneity of the evening.

They didn’t miss a beat, their camaraderie livestreamed to the community. And then the unexpected happened. Interchange raised more virtually in 2020 than the live Auction

the year learning from home.

of 2019, shattering expectations.

cancel, postpone the Auction as it’s popularly called, or pivot to a livestream event with little over one week to plan and execute. This was long before Zoom became a household name.

Loyola successfully switched to online

On March 12, it was official— Interchange would innovate to a new format, offering Loyola families the opportunity to support essential financial aid at a time when economic uncertainty was quickly increasing.

Fr. Greg Goethals, live from Ruppert Hall during Interchange 48.

“It definitely wouldn’t have been possible without the charism of Fr. Goethals and his willingness to take a leap and try this new direction. But mostly, the support and generosity of the Loyola community was overwhelming and heartwarming.”

—Karin Chamberlain

“While it was a little intimidating to shift so dramatically in a short period of time, a part of me was very excited to do something different,” said Director of Events Karin Chamberlain. “I just didn’t realize exactly how many times things would need to shift. As reality began to set in, it became clear that simpler was going to be best.”

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“The decision to hold the event was a difficult one, knowing that many of our families were experiencing anxiety due to the uncertainty of the pandemic,” said Fr. Goethals. “But we also know Cub families care deeply that all qualified students have the opportunity to obtain a Loyola education.

The result was an overwhelming display

of love and support for our students.”

All proceeds from the event directly support financial aid.

At a time when one in three Loyola students rely on scholarship support to attend Loyola, the decision to innovate was never more important or impactful.

“There is no way it would have been successful without so many generous donations, hours and hours of hard work from the current and alumni moms who managed all of our incredible auction items, the support of the entire Advancement team, the flexibility and patience of our emcees: Melvin Robert ’01 and Ellen K, the talent of Andrew Uy, and technical support of Bren Wells,” said Ms. Chamberlain. “It definitely wouldn’t have been possible without the charism of Fr. Goethals and his willingness to take a leap and try this new direction. But mostly, the support and generosity of the Loyola community was overwhelming and heartwarming.”

A small sampling of Cub moms’ creative tables showcased at the 2020 Mothers’ Guild Spring Luncheon, virtual-style.

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89th Annual Mothers’ Guild Spring Luncheon: Let’s Do Lunch!

“LET’S DO LUNCH…SORT OF!” Such was the enthusiastic call from Raquel Burgos and Charmean Neithart, Co-Chairs of Loyola’s 89th Annual Mothers’ Guild Spring Luncheon as they faced the constraints of the shelter-at-home mandate due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Beginning in August 2019, the two had been planning the Mothers’ Guild’s biggest fundraiser, set for April, to support our faculty and staff professional development. But now, they had to pivot and pivot fast.

When the time came to decide whether to postpone or cancel the event, Dr. Burgos and Mrs. Neithart made a call to Karin Chamberlain, Director of Events for Loyola High School. Together, with Karen Nolta, President of the Mother’s Guild, the four decided to move forward, but with a new, innovative format.

wasn’t officially held at 1901 Venice Boulevard, its spirit lived on in the creative tables the moms whipped up at home.

“The luncheon is a visual spectacle that you can’t comprehend unless you’re in the room,” said Dr. Burgos. “This year’s tables were photographed as laundry folding areas, places to complete puzzles and settings for beautiful family meals.

The Table Time Capsule goes down in photographic history.”

Incredibly, the event raised $153,000 through donated ticket sales, hostess donations, merchandise sales, sponsorships and an online auction. “We had so many moms who came out and supported the Luncheon, current ones as well as alumni moms, buying tickets for an event that wasn’t happening in person, but was so creative and joyful all the same,” said Ms. Chamberlain. “Loyola is very, very grateful.”

Creativity has always reigned supreme with the Mothers’ Guild, and this year’s new four-day celebration was no exception. “The Luncheon is such a unique and dynamic event, not only because it does so much good for the school, but also because it uniquely involves all moms and the way moms make an impact on the school,” Mrs. Neithart said.

“COVID or not, it was worth saving however we could.”

Perhaps less surprised by the event’s success were its co-chairs. “You want to do all that you can for this place that has given your son a special and unique high school experience,” said Mrs. Neithart. “We worked really hard on the Luncheon—endless emails, calls and meetings. I felt that my son was able to see what I was doing was for him.

In a way, it was an opportunity for me to show how much I love him.”

The cornerstone of the Luncheon is the themed tables.

Since there would be no in-person tables this year, the band of four came up with a new idea: a 2020 Table Time Capsule, which encouraged families to send in photos of their tables during the pandemic. They could be formal, tongue-in-cheek, fun or just plain funny. Even though the Spring Luncheon

“We never gave up. You can make all the plans in the world, but you have to stay flexible,” said Dr. Burgos. “It took a lot of teamwork, but you get so much more out of an experience if you are giving your time and friendship to people. I met some fantastic women and will forever want to help Loyola in any way that I can.”

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Athletics: The COVID-19 Curveball

BY JASON CRUZ ’12

Left to right: Varsity Baseball Coach Sean Buller with Georgia Tech-bound Kevin Parada ’20 at last year’s Alumni Game Home Run Derby and Varsity Football Coach Drew Casani ’91 during the 2019 Blue and White game.

WHEN LOYOLA MADE THE MOVE to distance learning last spring, instructors and athletic coaches were forced to go back to the drawing board and explore new ways to enrich their students’ educational experience through technology. For head Varsity Baseball coach Sean Buller and head Varsity Football coach Drew Casani ’91, this meant finding out how to teach physical activity without physical contact.

Last semester, Coach Buller taught four periods of freshman PE. He steered away from conducting classes over Zoom due to the sedentary nature of online instruction and instead incorporated a video component into his lesson plans.

His group of nearly 90 freshmen recorded themselves performing daily activities in and around the house to reflect what was taught in the unit that week such as recreating explosive exercises in the backyard or targeting certain muscle groups through everyday chores. It forced them to think outside of the box.

“It was important to me that they stayed active and stimulated their brain through physical activity. I was blown away by their creativity and enthusiasm,” said Coach Buller. “The feedback I received from parents was great, too,” he added, laughing. “They asked, ‘Can we just have a full semester of this? My son’s finally doing chores around the house!’. Having them apply lessons from class to everyday life was a great learning experience for them.”

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Drew Casani ’91 and the football team, too, were forced to adjust on the fly with Spring Ball suddenly cancelled, Pernecky Weight Room closed and Smith Field off limits.

To compensate for that lost time, the coaching staff held Zoom meetings multiple times a week with position groups, adding virtual strength and conditioning workouts in between. They broke down old game film and even introduced a digital playbook for the nearly 100 Varsity and JV team members. It held them accountable, according to Coach Casani, and being together online kept spirits up.

Apart from the X’s and O’s, a handful of Cubs also participated in a two-week business internship with Matt Sodl, a current Loyola dad and former All-Ivy League player at Columbia. Sodl’s investment firm hosted the mini Wall Street Bootcamp, which covered the basics of personal finance. These virtual learning opportunities, though unconventional, were invaluable for the studentathletes’ development.

“While nothing can replace the experience of getting actual reps on the field, I think our teaching methods were effective and our players were receptive,” said Coach Casani. “I’m really proud of their commitment and the work they put in during the summer. I believe they’ll be in pretty good form once we get back together again.”

Though their exact return to the field may be up in the air for now, one thing is certain—whenever they get that green light, the Cubs will be ready.

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Building Community

BY AIDAN DONOHOE ’21

THE EFFECTS OF THE GLOBAL PANDEMIC HAVE dampened many groups’ efforts to stay personally connected as a community. However, like Loyola’s quick adaptation to online learning, the Skid Row Running Club’s* swift restructuring allowed them to continue to foster an environment of friendship and unity.

As I passed the Midnight Mission shortly before the 6:00 a.m.

Monday start time on my way to find street parking, I noticed the formation of the small group I was joining, collectively sporting bright blue masks adorned with their title: Skid Row Running Club. I had previously served meals at the mission, but I wanted the opportunity to truly get to know the people that walked through those doors, workers or previous residents. Walking up San Pedro Street alongside rows of tents housing individuals, families and companions, I approached the crowd standing on the street corner, blending into the environment, a clear sense of companionship swelling from their playful conversations.

Without Loyola and the opportunities it provides, namely its service projects, I would never have discovered the club.

During the summer before my junior year on Loyola’s LA Urban Plunge, Neal Anderberg ’98 showed the participants the Skid Row Marathon documentary which showcased the mission of the group and the lives of the longtime club runners.

Desiring to meet the inspiring faces on the screen and fueled by a newfound passion for running, I returned on my own,

transforming a five-day period of service into a biweekly journey of mutual growth, masked under the guise of a six-mile run.

Philip Peng, Public Defender, avid runner and longtime member of the club shared, “What makes this special is that a lot of people in this running group have had struggles, and by running together and working together as a community and a family, we are all able to overcome these struggles, and I think running is a great tool to accomplish that.”

The sound of our feet pounding the pavement was drowned out by sirens, commotion and police cars. We set off down 6th Street and away from the mission, passing tent after tent as we traversed across Mateo Street and raced along the 4th Street bridge over the LA River towards Hollenbeck Park, our turnaround spot.

For me, running allows me to experience Los Angeles’ largest unseen community and listen to the stories of those adding a positive routine to their lives.

The Skid Row Running Club is creating a new community by building up individuals who have faced the hardest challenges. For me, as we run side-by-side down Crocker Street towards the imaginary finish line just an hour before school begins, I glance to my left and right and see a blend of class, race, professions and struggles, yet together, our shared dedication to running and to each other shines.

Early riser Aidan Donohoe ’21 running before class with the Skid Row Running Club. *The Skid Row Running Club is a nonprofit organization that uses the power of running to improve the lives of those that are at risk of homelessness and addiction.

Please see the website for info. http://www.skidrowrunningclub.com

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Office for Mission Goes Tech

BY DR. ANN HOLMQUIST, VICE PRESIDENT FOR MISSION

A JESUIT EDUCATION prepares us to meet the challenges of life. We are formed in readiness and confidence for discernment and adaptability, traits that we have relied on in unanticipated ways since we moved online on March 16.

New modes for encounter, connection, building community and mission-awareness continue to emerge.

Prayer and reflection came first.

It was Lent and Easter approached.

Upon leaving campus, Office for Mission’s Mr. Robert Stephan invited the community to come together by publishing online resources: Prayers, Examens and Ignatian Conversations, many of which can be found on the Loyola Office for Mission YouTube channel. We hosted Virtual Community Rooms for employees to address effects of the pandemic and we convened online to support faculty and staff suddenly teaching remotely while caring for their own children at home.

Sunday Masses livestreamed from Clougherty Chapel reached current and alumni families from around the country and across the world.

Cubs wrote, saying they felt reassured by being able to see the chapel, “…grateful that Loyola has made this available for us!” Online congregants reflected on a litany for racial justice in response to the death of George Floyd, “Today’s Mass was one of the most powerful I’ve ever witnessed...” We are grateful that Loyola is a source of solace during tragic times.

Summer innovations included a four-part Mission orientation for parents/guardians called SYNC: Supporting Your New Cub. An outcropping of the Cub Year One (CY1) program, SYNC aimed to convey the heart of our mission, build community and provide an opportunity to consider our mutual commitment to Jesuit education. Broadcast via

Zoom webinars, SYNC focused on the elements of our mission statement: faith, scholarship, service and leadership.

The Grad @ Grad and Loyola’s core values were spotlighted by the SYNC Team throughout. One parent wrote, “What a warm, thoughtful, smart welcome to the Loyola community.... I cannot wait for my son to become a ‘man for and with others.’”

In September 2019, Jesuit Provincial Fr. Scott Santarosa, SJ, requested that the entire Jesuits West Province discern how to best use our collective power for the common good. Arrupe delegates, from throughout the Province, engaged in a six-month Faith Doing Justice Discernment Series centered on critical social issues. Upon the killing of George Floyd and the outcry from Black Lives Matter, it became clear that racial equity must be the collective focal effort. CORE was launched on the Feast of Jesuit Saint Peter Claver, September 9, 2020.

Jamal Adams ’90, (Office for Equity & Inclusion), Jesse Rodriguez, Ed.D., (Center for Service & Justice), and Robert Stephan, (Office for Mission) brought and will bring significant leadership to this critical work. To learn more, please visit www.jesuitswestcore.org.

The past six months have raised a myriad of questions for us to consider as we work to offer the best formative Jesuit education possible now and long into the future. Your alumni voice is critical to the internal institutional work we will do to assess and address our own school culture, practices, and procedures. Please watch your Inbox in the coming weeks for an invitation to participate in the Assessment of Inclusivity and Multiculturalism (AIM) survey. Thank you for making time to help us reflect on your Loyola experience in order to shape the future…AMDG.

SPIRITUAL EXERCISES FOR OUR TIMES Are you looking for a way to renew your spirit in these difficult days? Join us for a transformative spiritual experience grounded in the Jesuit tradition of Loyola High School.

This online retreat program began on September 23 (it’s not too late to join) and meets monthly through May 2021. For more information, please contact Mr. Robert Stephan at rstephan@loyolahs.edu.

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Men for and with Others*

BY JAMAL ADAMS ’90, DIRECTOR OF EQUITY & INCLUSION

During his day-long visit to Loyola as he toured the Jesuits West Province, Fr. General Arturo Sosa, SJ, far right, listened and asked questions to Loyola High School and Verbum Dei students.

I WAS HONORED TO BE SELECTED, with my esteemed colleague, EJ Vieyra, from Verbum Dei to organize a team of students from both institutions to offer a presentation to Fr. Sosa.

While I was certain we could find the right mix of young men who would deliver an excellent account, what I didn’t expect was how the process would bolster my love for both institutions and the power of a Jesuit education.

EJ and I were mindful to select young men with varied experiences.

Each of the young men who were invited to participate in this exchange knew the importance of the event, that they were going to participate in something historic. As we began to meet and plan, it was obvious how the boys took to one another, even in the face of their different contexts institutionally, their personal backgrounds and their aspirations. They were kind, inquisitive and attentive to each other and that environment fostered meaningful discussions about what THEY felt was important to present. When the young men were tasked with this precious opportunity, they rolled up their sleeves, came together as one team and dissected the task

into specific roles and milestones. Their youthful optimism, energy and hope showed through in every interaction.

Due to their hard work, the young men delivered their presentation with great aplomb. While mindful of all the wonderful opportunities that had been afforded them at both schools, they were not afraid to challenge our schools in areas that they felt could be improved.

I was awed by the intellectual capacity and the eloquence of our young men. I was moved by the hard work and confidence these students displayed as a result of their diligent preparation. I was inspired by what they held sacred about their experience in a Jesuit high school.

I fell in love by watching a group of individuals with varied lived experiences grow into a caring and cohesive group.

Our team became the embodiment of what we hope our graduates attain as a result of attending our schools. They displayed that they are men of competence, conscience and commitment: They are Men for and with Others.

*Reprinted from Jesuits West magazine, published with the permission of the Jesuits West Province.

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Loyola Students Find Jesus Everywhere IGNATIAN TEACHING ASKS us to “find God in all things.”

Loyola theology teacher Tom Cendejas instructs his sophomore theology class to find Jesus in all things. Specifically, he asks his students to picture Jesus, not as a white, European man as traditionally depicted, but to envision Jesus in their own image using their experiences and backgrounds as well as a modern-day context.

Mr. Cendejas says that at first some of his students may consider him to be a radical teacher by asking them to give up years of a reinforced image of Jesus and envision him as someone different.

“At the beginning of the year, I ask them to pick any gospel in the New Testament and make a list of who Jesus is making the hero of the story, who he is elevating and healing, who does he challenge,” explained Mr. Cendejas. “This informs us for the rest of the year, and puts Jesus in a historical context, so it’s not just about making Jesus into your own image.”

“I need to see a laughing Jesus, because laughing is a way of connecting; a laughing Jesus is inviting. I also think He’s laughing with me at my mistakes instead of condemning me.”—Mr. Cendejas

Matthew Di Fronzo ’22 portrayed Jesus through the lens of a homeless man in our society today.

The results are images of Jesus giving a TED Talk, as an unsheltered man sitting on the sidewalk, on an iPhone, playing Minecraft, or with striped skin to depict that Jesus doesn’t belong to any one group of people. Mr. Cendejas says he’s not surprised by the images since students must also provide scripture passages as context, but admits the project helps him get to know his students better.

“I had a quiet student who turned in a beautiful Japanese Anime superhero,” Mr. Cendejas said. “I did not expect that from him, and it opened the gateway of why he thought it was cool to see Jesus that way, and for me to see his side passion that I would not have known about otherwise.”

So how does Mr. Cendejas see Jesus?

“I once saw an image of Jesus where he was strong and tender in the portrayal, but he was laughing,” he said. “I need to see a laughing Jesus, because laughing is a way of connecting; a laughing Jesus is inviting. I also think He’s laughing with me at my mistakes instead of condemning me.”

Jared Aimone ’22 created this collage of Jesus, wanting to ‘enrobe’ Jesus with contemporary people and organizations that carry on the mission of building the Kingdom of God and serving others.

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cyberCubs Build More Than Just Robots

BY JASON CRUZ ’12

Left to right: Team members gear up in the pit prior to their qualification match and later take center stage down on the field.

FLASHBACK TO THE WEEKEND OF MARCH 7TH, inside a packed gymnasium on the campus of Da Vinci Schools in El Segundo.

It was here that Loyola’s Robotics team, the cyberCubs*, made history by earning its highest placement ever in competition with a fourth-place finish out of 44 teams at the 2020 FIRST Robotics Competition Los Angeles Regional.

Lead coach and Loyola science teacher Mr. Gerry Cacnio ’86 will tell you that this feat was a pleasant surprise for the cyberCubs, who earned their first single-digit finish in the program’s 10-year FIRST Robotics Competition history.

He added that the teams with the most consistent winning records have had 10 volunteer mentors working regularly throughout the year. The cyberCubs accomplished this with just two: volunteer seasonal coaches and Loyola parents, Kim Nguyen and Robert Yaccarino.

Mr. Cacnio praised the efforts of both coaches, calling them the heart and soul of the team—pivotal to the cyberCubs’ success.

“It takes a village to create a sustainable robotics program,” said Mr. Cacnio. “Just like a sports team, we need adult experts and coaches with technical expertise to help us build our robot.”

The LA Regional was a high-energy, spirited event that served as the battleground for “intellectual athletes” to compete and connect with likeminded STEM**-driven individuals.

The FIRST robotics community is a collaborative one that embraces coopertition (cooperative competition) and gracious professionalism. Collaboration with other teams is welcomed and encouraged. Respect and generosity aren’t sacrificed for the sake of competition. If another team needs help, you help.

Those notions were on clear display following one of the Cubs’ qualification matches when an opposing team stopped by Loyola’s pit in a panic, asking for assistance to fix a broken pallet dolly. Within minutes, the cyberCubs found the extra parts needed and helped the opposing team put their dolly back together.

“The respect and equity in robotics, the passion for the subject and that spirit of collaboration is unmatched,” said Mr. Cacnio.

Though the season ended abruptly due to the pandemic, the cyberCubs were grateful to have ended on a high note. They now look towards the future—and perhaps a new era of Loyola Robotics—with great optimism. After all, there’s only one way for them to go after a fourth-place finish… and that’s up.

If you would like more information on how you can become a mentor or assist Loyola’s Robotics program, please contact Director of Student Activities Mr. Chris Walter ’93 at cwalter@loyolahs.edu. *Loyola’s Robotics team previously went by the moniker “Killa-Byte Cubs,” and was renamed the “cyberCubs” at the start of the 2019–20 season. Additionally, the identification given to Loyola by the First Robotics Competition organization is “FRC Team 3408.” Both names—cyberCubs and FRC Team 3408—are interchangeable. **STEM is a curriculum based on the idea of educating students in four specific disciplines—science, technology, engineering and mathematics—in an interdisciplinary and applied approach.

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Loyola Welcomes Alexy Coughlin as Vice President of Advancement

BY JASON CRUZ ’12

“Our community is truly what makes us who we are...

Each member has an impact on Loyola’s growth and success.”

ALEXY COUGHLIN, LONGTIME LOYOLA EXECUTIVE, has been tapped to lead Loyola High School’s future fundraising and development efforts as the new Vice President of Advancement, Fr. Gregory M. Goethals, SJ ’73, President, announced this past July.

Mrs. Coughlin brings 20-plus years of global marketing and fundraising experience to the philanthropic role. Now more than ever, she emphasizes the importance of creating meaningful contact, forging new connections and nurturing long-lasting ties with all that have experienced Loyola—alumni, parents, past parents, grandparents, faculty, staff and friends.

Mrs. Coughlin is no stranger to the school or its Advancement department, having been part of the community for the last 10 years as Director of Development for Parent Giving and most recently as Director of Institutional Giving. She developed Loyola’s Annual Fund, Major Gift and Foundation Programs and took the parent giving and foundation giving programs to new heights. Both of her sons—Kieran ’14 and Patrick ’16—also graduated from Loyola.

Now, the Manhattan Beach resident is navigating a complicated and challenging fundraising landscape amidst a global pandemic. But what she believes will push the institution forward is the core of her philosophy: it’s all about the mission and about the community.

“Our community is truly what makes us who we are. Each member has an impact on Loyola’s growth and success,” said Mrs. Coughlin. “Keeping Loyola at the forefront of innovative, sustainable institutions of learning is my goal. It’s my hope that we continue to provide the best education and formation possible for these young men. Loyola is very special to me and this community is so close to my heart… that’s why I do what I do.”

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Loyola’s Alumni Weekend Comes Directly to Your Home: First-Ever Cub Give & Gather Premieres Online on October 16th

BY PATRICK GIRARDI ’99

AS WE WERE PREPARING for the 2020–2021 school year, we had circled October 16th–18th as the perfect time to host our 3rd Annual Alumni Weekend. Our football team was to play St. Francis and our new building would be close to completion. Campus was sure to be bursting at the seams with Cubs and their families on a beautiful fall weekend.

your alma mater essential funds that immediately go to benefit the financial aid need of our current students and the professional development of our faculty.

We will also be celebrating reunions for the classes whose graduating years end in a “0” or a “5.”

Due to current Los Angeles County Board of Public Health restrictions because of COVID-19, much of that is not possible now. We thought then, how can we still get together? If Loyola could successfully host a virtual Interchange and Spring Luncheon during the last school year, why not an alumni one?

And that is exactly what we did—welcome to the first-ever virtual Cub Give & Gather.

Thanks to your generous participation, last year we were very successful in reaching our Leavey goals. Let’s keep that momentum going! Your gift on our 155th year will help meet the Leavey Challenge.

We are asking all Cubs far and wide to make a gift of any amount to join the celebration. Every single gift counts, and prizes—along with a year of bragging rights—will be awarded to the class(es) with the highest participation. These gifts will go a long way to help us meet the benchmarks set forth by the Leavey Foundation.

The culmination of the evening will be a live-streamed sneak peek at the new look of our campus with Fr. Greg Goethals, SJ ’73. He will also share live updates on Cub Give & Gather as well as highlight those classes who are leading the way in participation.

Thanks to your generous participation, last year we were very successful in reaching our Leavey goals. Let’s keep that momentum going! Your gift on our 155th year will help Loyola meet the Leavey Challenge, potentially earning

Fr. Goethals will be joined by a group of Loyola Legends whose presence on your screen will surely bring back many nostalgic smiles and fond memories, so don’t miss out.

Please circle your calendars and get excited for this one-ofa-kind event. We hope we can count on your support!

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LOYOL A 2018 –2019 FIN A NCI A LS AT A G L A NCE Dear Loyola Community, In our 155th year, Loyola High School maintains its standard of excellence and continues to reach ever higher due to your dedicated support and generosity. Even during the unprecedented times in which we live, parents, alumni, grandparents, students, faculty, staff, friends and foundations—all of you—have continually supported our school and the future leaders that emerge from our doors.

Together, our partnership allows us to continually move Loyola’s mission forward, creating “Men for and with Others.”

Thank you for your commitment to our students and our great high school.

With warmest regards, Alexy K. Coughlin Vice President of Advancement Loyola High School

LOYO L A BY T H E N U M B E R S: 2018 –2019 Total Number of Donors

4,385

Total Faculty and Staff

191

Number of Jesuits working at Loyola

5

Value of the Endowment

(6/30/19)

1,237

Number of Students

N U M B E R O F J ESU I T S AT LOYO L A H I G H SC H O O L

9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 ’06–’07

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$65,420,410

’07–’08

’08–’09

’09–’10

’10–’11

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’11–’12

’12–’13

’13–’14

’14–’15

’15–’16

’16–’17

’17–’18

’18–’19

REVENUE

E X PE N SES

Tuition and Fees

$28,414,113

Annual Contributions

$10,100,609

Investment Income

$4,614,208 $43,128,930

Total Revenue

Faculty and Staff Support

$19,942,953

Student Programming

$3,570,158

Financial Aid and Scholarships

$3,698,374

Fundraising, Events and Alumni

$3,011,401

Plant Operations and Facilities

$3,695,978

Interest

$822,908

Total Revenue

$43,128,930

Depreciation

$3,060,886

Total Expenses

$(37,802,658)

Total Expenses

$37,802,658

Investment income 11%

Interest 2% Depreciation 8%

Fundraising, Events and Alumni 8% Annual Contributions 23%

Student Programming 9% Plant Operations and Facilities 10%

Tuition and Fees 66%

Faculty and Staff Support 53%

Financial Aid and Scholarships 10%

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NEW APPOINTMENTS

Spotlight on Heath Utley, Angela Reno and Dan Annarelli

BY JASON CRUZ ’12

Heath Utley

Angela Reno

With 27 years of leadership experience under his belt and the support and respect of colleagues and parents behind him, Heath Utley assumes his next post on campus as the new Dean of Men this fall.

Discernment has led Angela Reno down a road of great change and even greater growth during her time at Loyola High School.

It’s an all-encompassing position that contributes greatly to student formation at Loyola. It’s also one that the even-keeled Mr. Utley is approaching with great pride.

“This is a chance for me to serve Loyola in a new way,” said

Mr. Utley, who has been at the school since 1993. “Getting to interact with every aspect of our community—from dealing with administration and working with faculty, staff and coaches to communicating with students and families— it’s another way for me to support our community.”

His previous titles include Science teacher, Strength coach, Football and Volleyball coach, and, for the last 20 years, Director of Admissions. But perhaps the one that lends itself best in this new role is that of Loyola parent.

“I have a better understanding of what parents are going through because I’ve been in their shoes,” said the father of three Cubs —Noah ’16, Brayden ’18 and Dane ’22.

“That will help me approach them from a similar position and be more understanding, more patient and clearer with what I need to communicate.”

As Mr. Utley enters year No. 28 at Loyola, his myriad of experiences are sure to guide him along the way as the new Dean of Men.

And when a new leadership opportunity was made available last spring in the Admissions department, it was through that very discernment that the former counselor decided to pursue the next big step of her career as the school’s Director of Admissions.

Prior to joining the Loyola community in 2016, the Wilkes-Barre, PA native spent six years in higher education and undergraduate college admissions for universities on the East Coast. She worked with students often and saw the benefits of collaboration happening throughout school systems, later developing a passion for secondary education that eventually drew her across the country to Loyola and its counseling department.

She now brings that mentoring experience from counseling, her knowledge of the college admissions scene (from which many successful high school admissions departments are modeled) and her enthusiasm for Loyola with her to Admissions as the department’s first-ever female director.

It’s yet another opportunity for growth, according to Ms. Reno.

“As an educator, I’m always seeking the Magis, always seeking the more for the greater glory of God,” she said. “I ask myself, ‘What can I glean from these experiences and how else can I further contribute my own time and talents to this amazing community?’ I’ll never run away from a challenge, and with this new role in Admissions, I’m excited to keep Loyola going and most importantly, growing.”

Dan Annarelli Teaching students to become more deeply aware of their place and responsibility in an increasingly interconnected world is at the forefront of Dan Annarelli’s mind as he transitions into his new role as Director of Global Education.

Loyola’s renewed commitment to developing its Global Education program has reinvigorated Mr. Annarelli’s spirit as he moves back into the classroom as a Director of Faculty, AP European History and AP Art History instructor after spending the last five years as Dean of Men. “The personal growth that comes from exploring the world is incredibly unique. This program will open pathways for our students to encounter people and places around the world,” said Mr. Annarelli. By incorporating a travel and exchange dimension to school curriculum, he hopes to engage students more intentionally in collaboration with Loyola’s Jesuit Schools Network partners across the globe. “That engagement is an important part of an Ignatian education. Becoming a global citizen and scholar is part of being a graduate of a Jesuit school.”

A product of Jesuit education himself, Mr. Annarelli’s background in world history as well as his experiences overseas—including a year living in Rome while completing a Master’s in European History and past trips with Loyola students to Spain and Italy—have shaped his world view. Now, he’s ready to spearhead an exciting initiative at Loyola.

“We want to open our students’ eyes and hearts to the world around them, and it’s my job now to bring the world to Loyola and bring Loyola to the world.”

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Class Notes 1950s Dr. George L. Johnston ’50 My wife Pat and I are retired from Brandeis University and MIT, respectively. We are living in San Anselmo, CA. Roy C. Morris ’51 Thanks! I am retired as an engineer from aerospace and live in San Juan Capistrano, CA. John S. Gocke, Jr. ’52 We are forever grateful for the Catholic education our sons, grandfather and I were privileged to have experienced from Loyola High School. We offer this in memory of Fr. Patrick J. Cahalan, SJ†.

Dr. Philip Dugan ’54 Semi-retired medical doctor in radiation therapy.

Robert E. Dietterle ’59 Retired from Boeing and living in Orange County, CA. John D. La Frano ’59 I attended the 80th anniversary celebration of the USC/NROTC. Fond memories of my commissioning in 1963!

1960s

Robert J. MacKay ’61 Retired as professor and men’s tennis coach at Glendale Community College in 2017. I was also inducted in their Athletic Hall of Fame in 2018 as “Outstanding Coach.”

John L. Quanquin ’63 Retired and living in Culver City, CA. Dr. Wylie N. Vracin ’63 Retired and still making house calls, but now for free. My wife, Ginny, died most unexpectedly in her sleep about two years ago. The entire town and my family miss her dearly.

Dr. Franklin P. Shirley ’64 Proud alum parents wrote in: Very happy to report that their daughter Gwyn Bateman-Shirley, graduated in June 2020 from Santa Clara UniversityLeavey School of Commerce. Go Broncos!!

Dr. Eliseo Mills, Jr. ’69 In December 2019, I had my 40th graduation reunion from Universidad Autonoma de Guadalajara, Mexico.

My first grand-daughter Lilly is two years old and was expecting a brother or sister due on 01/05/2020!

Dr. Karl K. H. Kwok ’97 I am honored to serve on two committees for the (ASGE) American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy and the Quality Assurance in Endoscopy Infection Committee.

Gregory P. Spinner ’69 Semi-retired, playing a lot of golf, recovering from a small stroke in 08/18/2019, but doing well. Enjoyed some Loyola football games on campus...Go Cubs!! Was great to see all at the 50th Reunion!

Kenneth T. Helenbolt ’98 Proud parents wrote in: Our son, Kenneth ’98 is working at Arthrex, Inc. in Naples, FL as a bio-medical engineer and is doing very well. Thanks for the Loyola education!

1980s

Fr. Christopher A. Calderon, SJ ’02 I miss 1901 and all the people there.

Hope all are healthy and happy!

Orlando J. Castano, Jr. ’84 Practicing Sports and Business Litigation—representating NFL and WNBA players for the draft and contract negotiations.

Geoffrey M. Chavez ’84 I retired in January 2020 from the Los Angeles Police Department as a detective supervisor, after a 34-year law enforcement career. My wife Olivia also retired from the LAPD as a detective after 30 years. We are now raising our six-year-old daughter and preparing to relocate from Southern California to Eagle, Idaho.

1990s

Kevin N. Kwok ’90 Always thankful and proud to be a Cub! Dr. Patrick L. Ignacio, MD ’96 Proud parent wrote Dr. Patrick Ignacio, MD ’96, graduated from UCLA in June 2001.

Jamon R. Hicks ’97 Representing protestors and victims of police excessive force encounters.

Handling many cases pro bono— Community Service, “Man for Others!”

Go Cubs!

Phillip L. Ignacio ’97 Proud parent wrote my son graduated in May 2000 from USC, as an architect.

2000s

Christopher D. Coleman ’02 I am a Deputy Director, K Commander’s Action Group, Air Force Global Strike Command in Barksdale, AFB, LA. Oscar R. Gutierrez ’02 I served as the 2019 President of the Mexican-American Bar Association.

In 2019, I was recognized as an “Héroe de la Comunidad” by Univision-34.

In 2020, I was honored by the Hispanic National Bar Association with their “Top Lawyers Under 40” Award.

Julio J. Figueroa ’04 My son is J.J. Figueroa. His time at Loyola was wonderful, with many great memories. Thank you for everything and may God bless you!

Dr. Brendan C. Hayes ’07 Practicing Emergency Medicine in Nashville, TN. Vincent B. Masto ’07 Fifth year of graduate studies at Stanford.

Nicolas H. Ukropina ’07 Nicolas ’07 married Allison Kopf in October 2019 and they live in Brooklyn, NY. (Continued on page 23) LOYOL A MAG A ZINE

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(Continued from page 22) Mr. Timothy R. Breen, SJ ’08 In thanksgiving for the wonderful education our sons received at Loyola High: Timothy ’08 who is in formation to become a Jesuit priest, has just begun his Theology studies at Boston College.

Grant M. Ukropina ’09 Proud parents wrote: Grant bought a house in Torrance and is a Business Systems Engineer with Happiest Baby, Inc.

2010s

Josue L. de Paz ’11 Has just launched First Tech Fund— a non-profit dedicated to closing the digital divide by providing low-income and underserved communities with access to technology that allows them to pursue educational, personal development, and career opportunities.

Through the program, students will be invited to be a part of an ongoing group across the five NYC boroughs and will be able to learn in their school setting with greater access to tech, will learn about different opportunities that are available to them and can learn about the number of different career paths that they can take. You can’t pursue careers or passions if you don’t know they even exist.

Andrew J. Molina ’11 Proud parents stated: Andrew graduated from the University of Southern California in 2015. He graduated from Yale Law School in 2018 and he currently works at a law firm as a litigator in Washington, DC. Matthew J. Schwartz ’11 Best “damn” high school in the world!

Love you all! Matt.

John P. Breen ’12 Proud parents wrote: In thanksgiving for the wonderful education our sons received at Loyola High, John ’12 is thriving at Stanford, pursuing a PhD in Chemistry.

Conrad J. Ukropina ’12 Proud parents wrote: Conrad ’12 lives in San Francisco, works for McKinsey & Co. and travels often on consulting assignments.

Vincil R. Crenshaw ’16 Vincil graduated from Cal Berkeley’s School of Business. So much of his success is a result of his time at Loyola!

Thank you and God Bless!

Richard A. Janisch ’16 Spring 2020 graduate of UC Santa Barbara. I will be continuing my education pursuing a Masters degree at Columbia University in NYC this coming fall.

Dylan C. Juarez ’16 I am currently a junior at Columbia University. I am majoring in Economics and Political Science. I interned with the FBI in Washington, DC this past summer in their Honors program.

Joseph W. Zumwalt ’14 Proud parents wrote: Our son Joseph ’14, graduated from the United States Military Academy at West Point, VA. in May of 2019. He is currently a Second Lieutenant with the 101st Airborne Division.

Douglas A. Wickham, Jr. ’17 Proud parents wrote: D.J. is excelling at Berkeley. He is a junior and plans on attending law school upon graduating.

Loyola prepared him so very well for the rigors of Cal. We thank God every day for all he gained by being a Cub! God Bless—A.M.D.G.

Lorenzo C. Rosas ’15 Proud grandparents wrote in: Lorenzo graduated from Stanford, Class of ’19

Michael C. Polis ’18 Incoming junior at Gabelli School of Business at Fordham University.

Beloved Former Loyola High School Teacher Fr. James A. Rude, SJ ’50 Passes Away Fr. James A. Rude, SJ ’50 passed away on March 5, 2020 at Sacred Heart Jesuit Center, Los Gatos, CA at the age of 86.

Fr. Rude was the embodiment of a Man for and with Others, as his ministry took him to county jails, federal prisons, homeless shelters, AIDS wards and death row. His passion for serving others was also infectious. While an instructor at Loyola High School, he began the Christian Action Movement (CAM) where students tutored and taught catechism, visited the elderly, volunteered in children’s hospitals, helped build orphanages in Mexico, worked in soup kitchens and collected food/clothes for those in need. He also established the model for Loyola’s community service program, which is nationally recognized and part of his legacy.

He was awarded Loyola High School’s Cahalan Award in 2011, presented annually to alumni who embody the spirit of the magis.

He was most recently based in Fresno, CA at four different parishes where he taught theology to lay ministers; was the director of the Social Justice Ministry; worked with the homeless and against the death penalty; volunteered at four different state prisons; and worked as co-editor of the diocesan newspaper, Catholic Life.

Fr. Rude entered the Jesuits in 1950 and said being a Jesuit made him “radically happy.”

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and is now the Regional Organizing Director, working for Captain Mark Kelly in Arizona.

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Loyola High School Mourns the Passing of Fr. Adolfo Nicolás, SJ Fr. Adolfo Nicolás, SJ, 30th Superior General of the Society of Jesus, died on May 20, 2020 in Tokyo, Japan at the age of 84. He had been living as a member of the Jesuit community of Loyola House in Kamishakujii.

Fr. Nicolás was born in 1936 in Palencia, Spain and entered the novitiate in 1953. He was invited to volunteer for missions abroad by thenSuperior General Fr. Jean-Baptiste Janssens, SJ, beginning Fr. Nicolás’ vocation as a missionary in Japan. He was ordained a priest on March 17, 1967 in Tokyo.

Additionally, he earned a master’s degree in Sacred Theology at the Gregorian University in Rome.

Fr. Nicolás was known for his sense of humor, courage, humility and close relationship with Pope Francis. He is deeply mourned by the Jesuits of Japan and Asia Pacific, his family and friends in Spain, and by Jesuits and friends around the world.

Loyola Bids a Sad Farewell to Former President Fr. Patrick J. Cahalan, SJ Fr. Patrick J. Cahalan, SJ, long-time president of Loyola and Emeritus Chancellor of Loyola Marymount University (LMU) passed away on Feb. 14, 2020.

His extraordinary work, spanning nearly three decades, tremendously enhanced the quality of Loyola’s educational program. St. Ignatius said, “For those who love, nothing is too difficult, especially when it is done for the love of our Lord Jesus Christ.” Fr. Cahalan exemplified this message with his tireless and successful quest to transform Loyola into a formidable 20th century institution.

“Whether it was creating the first Development Council, starting the endowment, launching the Interchange auction or overseeing the expansion of the campus, Pat enriched this school more than we can begin to calculate,” said Fr. Gregory M. Goethals, SJ ’73. “He was one of the greats whose legacy lives on in each and every one of our young men who comes through our doors. It certainly lives on in me.”

A testament to Fr. Cahalan’s enduring contributions from his 27-year tenure is that the Loyola High School Alumni Association instituted the Cahalan Award in 2002, presented annually to outstanding alumni who embody the spirit of the magis. Fr. Cahalan received Loyola’s President’s Award, the Medal of Saint Ignatius and one that was especially dear to his heart, an honorary diploma; the Medallion of Merit, Friendly Sons of St. Patrick, Los Angeles; and Santa Claran of the Year, Santa Clara University Alumni Association, Los Angeles Chapter.

In 1997, he was named associate chancellor of Loyola Marymount University and appointed its chancellor in 2002.

He served on the boards of trustees of Loyola High School of Los Angeles, Santa Clara University and the California Province of the Society of Jesus.

‘Requiescat in Pace’—May They Rest in Peace Patrick D. Abarta ’53 Daniel Ackel ’59 Barbie Acosta Sister of Loyola theology teacher Jerry Frumento ’79; aunt of Anthony “Joey” Frumento ’20 George H. Asmar Father of Amir ’77, Michael ’78 and Nader ’83 John Badovinac ’51 John Bagger ’50 Thomas M. Banks Father of Christian ’02 Edward Bellezzo Grandfather of Riley Russell ’22 Michael H. Benton ’98 Son of Robert ’65; brother of Christopher ’02 Benton; step-brother of David ’97, Jonathan ’01 and Gunnar ’10 Kohl Michael A. Bergdahl ’65 Father of Cooper ’04 Thomas M. Bertero ’85 Son of James ’57; brother of James ’81; grandson of John 1921†; nephew of John ’50†; great-nephew of Anthony 1917† and Jules 1921†

Mary E. Bottum Mother of Roddy ’81 Elizabeth “Betty” Bowden Mother of Barbara Gunning, former Loyola Advancement staff member

Shirley Conaty Mother of Christopher ’82

Mary H. Brady Mother of John ’87 and Todd ’89

Margaret “Maggie” Cousins Grandmother of Theodore Bradstreet ’20

Dorothy “Dottie” Breslin Wife of Frank ’41†; mother-in-law of Mark Brunner ’71 and Peter Dunn ’72; grandmother of Ryan Dalrymple ’07 and John Brunner ’16

Michele McGarry Crahan Sister-in-law of Sean Crahan ’57; cousin of John Guerin ’46 and Fr. John McGarry, SJ ’80

Victor A. Bruno ’54 Cheryl Caldwell Wife of Terry, former Loyola English teacher Diane Callahan Wife of Michael ’53 John R. Calvert Father of John ’85, Robert ’86, Christopher ’90 and Gregory ’91 Michael D. Castro ’70 Brother of Stephen ’71 and Lawrence ’72; nephew of Luis Uranga ’61 William C. Carr ’55 Brother of Steve ’64

Donald Birren Former Loyola football coach

William I. Caton Father of Bill ’92 and Adam ’95

John P. Bitting ’90

Katie Catron Mother of James ’81

Mario S. Bonura ’47 Brother of Aldo ’46†

Alice Chavez Mother of Robert ’86; grandmother of Cameron ’18 and Carson ’23

Jack Cavanaugh III ’52

Loretta J. Crater Grandmother of Michael Fiore ’90 and John Hawkins ’99 Samuel J. D’Angelo ’74 Brother of John ’75 Allen R. Daviau ’60 Eda K. Dazé Wife of David ’41†; mother of David ’67, Dennis ’70, William “Rock” ’72 and Paul ’80; daughter-in-law of William Dazé 1907†; sister-in-law of Patrick Fitzpatrick ’46†; aunt of James Dazé ’66, Thomas Dazé ’69, Patrick Fitzpatrick ’74 and Peter Fitzpatrick ’77; grandmother of David Dazé ’01, Timothy Dazé ’01, Nicholas Dazé ’02, Jeffry Niedermeyer ’04, Christopher Dazé ’07, Michael Floyd ’07, David Tassone ’12, Andrew Dazé ’14 and William Floyd ’14 (Continued on page 25) LOYOL A MAG A ZINE

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Patricia De Bever Wife of Bruce ’54; mother of Steve ’87 Stephen R. Dombrowski Father of Christopher ’76, Timothy ’79 and Todd ’93

Charles K. Keefe ’52 Robert Kinsella ’51 Brother of Terrence ’46 Michael M. Kirmer ’53

Rodney Drouillard Father of Loyola staff member Rodney

Richard N. Klink Father of Matt ’85

Christopher J. Dwyer ’73

Michele M. Kneafsey Mother of Sean ’86, Brian ’89, Kevin ’93 and Joseph ’95; grandmother of Dillon ’19

Thomas “Tom” M. Dwyer ’83 Andrew J. Fenady Father of John ’78, Nicholas ’79, Shannon ’82†, Andrew ’85 and Thomas ’89; step-grandfather of William Fagan ’15 Fr. Tom Finsterbach, SJ Former Loyola faculty member Kevin J. Fitzpatrick ’64 Timothy J. Gillick ’72 Rev. Paul J. Goda, SJ ’48 Brother of Alexander ’49 Peter B. Greene ’50 Richard T. Griffin ’53 Son of Thomas 1921†; father of Thomas ’97† Ellen Grimmett Wife of Glenn ’51; sister of Fr. Robert Welch, SJ ’47 Therese M. Grojean Mother of William “Bill” ’81 Mary Carmen Guerrero Mother-in-law of Loyola social science studies teacher Lalo Diaz; grandmother of Lalo Diaz ’99 James Haag ’50 David Harrell ’55 Brother of Richard ’54†; brother-in-law of Ronald Parker ’55 Sean T. Herlihy ’84 Charles E. Hovorka ’45 Father of Chuck ’83, Dan ’86 and Tony ’92; brother of Warren ’41† and greatuncle of Harrison ’14 and Will Weimer ’14 Marion Frances “Fran” Hovorka Daughter of Charles ’45†, sister of Chuck ’83, Dan ’86 and Tony ’92; niece of Warren ’41† and cousin of Harrison ’14 and Will Weimer ’14 Stephen A. Hoen ’83 Brother of Paul ’80; uncle of Matthew ’22 Charles D. Holmes ’47 Rachel Kawahara Daughter of Glenn ’70 25

Hermann R. Kneeling ’62 Father of Richard ’91, Adam ’93 and Ryan ’95 Melinda Kneeling Wife of Hermann ’62†; mother of Richard ’91, Adam ’93 and Ryan ’95 Richard J. Kohlman ’52 Franklyn “Frank” G. Kostlan Husband of Kathleen McCarthy

Robert X. Morrell, Jr. ’68 Brother of Michael ’61 and Gregory ’63 William H. Morris ’64 Margaret Mundy Sister of James ’70, Michael ’72, David ’73, Marcus ’76, Gregory ’79 and Joseph ’87 Andranik Nairi ’78 Stuart O’Melveny Father of Brian ’79, Stuart ’80, Dan ’85, Michael ’87, Peter ’90 and Charlie ’91 Virginia O’Brien Wife of Michael ’47; aunt of Michael ’83, Fr. John ’84 and Patrick ’87; great-aunt of Robert ’15 and William ’19; cousin of Terence ’50† Cody E. Oleson ’04 Maj. James P. Olsen, USAF, ret. ’49

Claire Ann Lapple Wife of Christopher ’75; sister-in-law of Kirk ’82

Rita M. Perez Wife of Greg ’63; cousin of Fr. Philip Conneally, SJ ’31†

Brian T. Larson ’13

Stephen Peterson Father of George ’84; grandfather of Christopher ’99

Frank Layana ’52 Father of Timothy ’82†; brother-in-law of Richard ’52†, Thomas ’57, John ’61† and Michael Malloy ’66†; uncle of John ’84, Emmett ’90 and Brendan ’92 Malloy; great-uncle of Cole ’14, Jake ’17 and Tyrone ’24 Malloy

John F. Plotnik ’55 Father of David ’85; brother of Robert ’46 Paul Porter ’53 Brother of William ’51†; brother-in-law of Robert Blain ’50†

Lloyd E. Lydon ’49 Son of Gerald 1919†; brother of Roger ’42† and Thomas ’45†

John M. Prlich ’49

Brendan P. Lynch ’87 Brother of Kevin ’84 and Colin ’86

Joy Rasic Wife of John ’51†; mother of John ’82 and Anthony ’88; sister-in-law of Walter ’47† and Peter ’52; grandmother of Anthony Addis ’05, John Rasic ’11 and Charles Dunkin ’16; aunt of Michael ’84, Mark ’87, Matthew ’90 and James ’91

J. Terence Lyons ’64 Brother of Peter ’68 Larry McDuffie Half-brother of Ryan Pratt ’96 Eva Marie Majich Wife of Leo ’43†; mother of Thomas ’75 and Paul ’77; sister of Anthony Artukovich ’50; sister-in-law of Peter ’44†; grandmother of Thomas ’00 and Steven ’03 Rochelle Marquardt Wife of Jim ’65 Francisca Mejia Sister of Loyola maintenance staff member Hector Escalante

Carole J. Pursley Wife of Edward ’51

John J. Rasic ’51 Father of John ’82 and Anthony ’88; brother of Walter ’47† and Peter ’52; grandfather of Anthony Addis ’05, John Rasic ’11 and Charles Dunkin ’16; uncle of Michael ’84, Mark ’87, Matthew ’90 and James ’91 Lawrence G. Rayner ’61 Julian A. Rice Father of Mark ’65 and William ’80

Luis L. Mendez, Sr. Father of Luis ’93

Carlos Rodarte Father of Chris ’01

Vincent Migliazzo Grandfather of Mike Kaufman ’02 and Patrick Migliazzo ’07

Constance “Connie” Rodrigue Mother of Daniel ’75, Jose ’77 and John ’82

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Richard Rubio ’50 Fr. James A. Rude, SJ ’50 Brother of Arthur ’55; cousin of Leo ’48 and Peter ’85 Lagasse; uncle of Michael ’70, Patrick ’71, David ’74, Eric ’77, Gregory ’80 and Steven ’83 Rude; and great-uncle of Matthew Rude ’10 Virginia Russell Mother of Danny ’71 and Michael ’76† Aaron G. Samuelson ’14 Brother of Christopher ’09 and Phillip ’11 Benedicto Sañez Father of Daniel ’99

Loyola High School of Los Angeles Board of Directors 2020–2021 Mr. Rick J. Caruso, Chairman Mr. Dan Medina ’75, Secretary Mrs. Mollie Baumer Mr. Kevin Bender ’91 Mr. Andy Camacho ’58 Fr. Chris Cartwright, SJ Fr. Jack Dennis, SJ Mr. David DeVito ’80 Mrs. Kathleen Duncan Mrs. Cara Esposito Mr. Robert Foster

Mr. C.J. Ramirez ’82, President, Alumni Association Mr. Will Smith, President, Fathers’ Club Mrs. Elizabeth Warner, President, Mothers’ Guild

Carole K. Schulte Wife of Paul ’52

Consultants to the Board

Patrick H. Sheedy ’44 Grandfather of Derrigan Sheedy ’98

Mrs. Alexy Coughlin, Vice President of Advancement Dr. Ann Holmquist, Vice President for Mission Mr. James C. Rich, Chief Financial Officer Mr. Frank Kozakowski, Principal

Gregory P. Sheridan ’51 Donald R. Shewfelt ’48 Father of Eric ’74, John ’77, Kurt ’79 and Craig ’84; grandfather of Matthew ’06, Brian ’07 and Cullan ’09

John A. Spalding ’49 Father of Michael ’92 Charles B. Ternan ’16 Brother of Ed ’09; cousin of Joseph ’06 and Daniel Nally ’12

Coordinator of Board Affairs Mrs. Melinda Wiggins Mrs. Pattie Randazzo, Administrative Assistant

Directors Emeritus Mrs. Cheryl Baker Mr. Tom Barrack, Jr. ’65 Fr. Gregory Boyle, SJ ’72 Mr. Kevin Clifford Mr. Barry Connell Mr. Michael Enright ’54

Mr. Pat Graham Mr. Phil Hawley Mr. Enrique Hernandez, Jr. ’73 Mr. Robert Kerslake ’54 Mr. William McMorrow ’65 Mr. O’Malley Miller ’69

Mr. William Mortensen Mr. Robert M. Pernecky Mr. Nelson Rising Mr. Edward P. Roski, Jr. ’57 Mr. Robert A. Smith III ’59 Mr. William Wardlaw

President’s Cabinet

Frank R. Villalobos ’54 Johnny Von Der Ahe Son of John ’93; great grandson of Wilfred ’28†; nephew of Loyola Board member Tom, Tim ’86 and Geoff ’91; cousin of Tommy ’16

Ms. Reon Roski Ms. Maria Salinas Fr. Robert Scholla, SJ ’70 Mr. Jim Scilacci Mr. Russell Silvers ’98 Mrs. Renata Simril Mr. Darrell Stewart ’78 Mr. Ritchie Tuazon ’96 Mr. Thomas Von Der Ahe

Ex-Officio Members

Guillermo W. Schnaider ’62 Father of Matthew ’97

Francis J. Soreghan Father of Michael ’81 and Brian ’83

Fr. Ted Gabrielli, SJ Fr. Gregory M. Goethals, SJ ’73 Ms. Jacqueline Landry Mrs. Ellen K. Laughlin Ms. Michelle Maravich Mr. Michael McCracken ’86 Mr. Michael O’Brien ’83 Mr. Drew Planting ’77 Fr. Mario Prietto, SJ ’62

Fr. Gregory M. Goethals, SJ ’73 Mrs. Alexy Coughlin, Vice President of Advancement Dr. Ann Holmquist, Vice President for Mission Mr. Michael McDermott, Senior Director of Facilities Management Mr. Frank Kozakowski, Principal Mr. James C. Rich, Chief Financial Officer

Edward W. Wedbush Grandfather of Gary “Brady” ’17 and Henry ’20

Jesuit Superior Fr. Chris Cartwright, SJ

Administrators and Directors

J. Darryl Williams ’76

Mr. Frank Kozakowski Principal

Guy B. Wilson ’48 David A. Workman Brother of Henry ’44†; uncle of Paul ’72 and Henry, Jr. ’76 ; great-uncle of Christian ’09 and Andrew ’15 Workman; Peter Burschinger ’17; John ’17, Thomas ’20 and Brady ’24 Hatton

Mr. Jamal K. Adams ’90 Director of Faculty; Director of Equity and Inclusion

Mr. Daniel Annarelli Director of Faculty; Director of Global Education

Dr. Paul D. Jordan ’88 Assistant Principal for Student Life; Director of Counseling

Henry K. Workman, Sr. ’44 Father of Paul ’72 and Henry, Jr. ’76; grandfather of Christian ’09 and Andrew ’15 Workman; Peter Burschinger ’17; great-uncle of John ’17, Thomas ’20 and Brady ’24 Hatton

Mr. Robb Gorr Assistant Principal for Academics

Mr. Christopher J. O’Donnell ’88 Athletic Director

Mrs. April Hannah Director of Academic Information Resources

Mrs. Teri Kawamata Director of Faculty: Classroom, Instruction, Assessment and Equity

Dr. Ricardo J. Pedroarias ’84 Director of Faculty: Classroom, Instruction, Assessment and Equity

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Ms. Angela Reno Director of Admissions Dr. Jesse Rodriguez Director, Center for Service and Justice Mr. Matthew Schaeffer Director of Campus Ministry Mr. Heath B. Utley Dean of Men Mr. Chris T. Walter ’93 Director of Student Activities

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