Duhawk Dozen
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Through Her Lens
Reflecting on her journey, Asia credits Loras for shaping her storytelling skills and fostering her ability to take feedback and collaborate effectively. More
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The Heart of Social Work
During Iowa Private College Week, Lauren fell in love with Loras鈥 welcoming community and decided she didn鈥檛 need to go far to find a second home. More
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Leading with Purpose
Ava joined the Jesuit Volunteer Corps and moved to Los Angeles to work with Homeboy Industries, the largest gang rehabilitation and re-entry program in the world. More
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From First-Gen to First Responder
Trooper Jake Hudson (20)聽is a proud Duhawk and first-generation college graduate who is making an impact on society as an Iowa State Trooper where he knows every interaction has the potential to impact someone鈥檚 life. More
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Educating the Next Generation of Leaders
Kelly Wedlake (鈥14) is a high school teacher at Perspectives Charter Schools in Chicago, where she teaches history to underserved students on the South and West Sides. Her mission is to create an inclusive environment where every student feels a sense of belonging and the opportunity to succeed. More
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Building Success with a Loras Foundation
From the very beginning, Loras became the foundation for Matthew Henick's journey from an ambitious student to a successful real estate entrepreneur. Matt's ambition, innovation, and dedication story make him our September 2024 Duhawk Dozen. More
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Faith, Brain Health, and Fostering Community
Claira鈥檚 journey eventually led to her role as Director of Brain Health Now, an organization dedicated to ending the stigma around mental illness. More
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From Bow Ties to Business Analytics
Brendan鈥檚 entrepreneurial journey began with his bow tie business, driven by his mother鈥檚 sewing skills and his belief that 鈥渆veryone has a neck, so anyone can wear a bow tie.鈥 More
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Service-Minded Duhawk
Crystal鈥檚 drive, diverse experiences, and willingness to get involved make her an exemplary Duhawk, demonstrating the powerful pairing of curiosity and hard work. More
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A Life of Teaching and Travel
When her father asked if she would like to tour 黑料正能量 during her college search, Emma McLaughlin (鈥21) agreed mainly to make Bill McLaughlin (鈥90) happy. Little did she know that she would be opening the doors to the place she would call home for the next few years. More
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Cultivating Community and Connection
Word of mouth among Duhawks continues to provide opportunities for 黑料正能量 students. Connections students make throughout their time at Loras stronger and throughout the years beyond. Natalie Droeske (鈥18) has become a catalyst in the Dubuque Community, personally and professionally. More
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Duhawk Madness
Since graduating, Josh Ruggles ('19) has started Prosper Basketball, a training organization that has helped hundreds of athletes of all ages and skill levels push themselves to be the best version of themselves, personally and athletically, which makes him our March 2024 Duhawk Dozen recipient. 聽 More