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On Saturday, April 20, Loyola Academy President Rev. Gregory J. Ostdiek, SJ, along with Board of Trustees Chair Jim Walsh ‘79 and his wife Kim, hosted an evening of intellectual discourse centered around The Wisdom of The Bullfrog, a book by Admiral William H. McRaven. As the evening unfolded, parents, faculty, staff, and friends found new insights into leadership and life within this compelling narrative. Fr. Greg was also able to add on a few of his own experiences in the US Navy as a local perspective to the discussion. Drawing from his own stories, he helped the group explore the profound insights offered by Admiral McRaven and how they can be used by the Loyola Academy community today.
Loyola Academy's Wilmette campus was alive with excitement on Thursday, May 2, as Hoerster Field at Sachs Stadium hosted its inaugural game under permanent lights. This historic occasion signaled a new era for the Ramblers, with the varsity girls' soccer team facing off against Fenwick High School and emerging victorious with a score of 2–0.
A group of faculty and staff members embarked on an enlightening pilgrimage across Spain over spring break, retracing the footsteps of St. Ignatius of Loyola through a captivating itinerary that spanned several historic cities. Led by Loyola Vice President of Mission, Ministry, and Identity Alice Kearney Alwin ‘98 and President Rev. Gregory J. Ostdiek, SJ, the trip provided pilgrims with a deep immersion into the life and legacy of the esteemed saint, while also delving into the rich cultural tapestry of the Iberian Peninsula.
The Loyola Academy girls' varsity basketball team defeated the Nazareth Academy Roadrunners 44-40 to become the 2024 IHSA 4A State Champions! This is the 3rd state championship title in program history (1997, 1998, 2024). Join us in congratulating all our players and Coach Schoenecker & his coaching staff on a perfect ending to an incredible 38-0 undefeated season.