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Historically rich, faith-centered, socially stimulating, academically challenging, and inclusive - that’s Loras College. For over 180 years these attributes have remained at the core of Loras College. Housed on a scenic campus nestled high atop the majestic bluffs of the Mississippi River in Dubuque, Iowa, Loras is a private, Catholic, four-year liberal arts college offering a wide array of academ

ic programs, co-curricular offerings, and opportunities for personal growth. Loras College is built on tradition and is the second oldest Catholic college west of the Mississippi River. The Loras College alumni and friends network extends from coast to coast and beyond, evidenced by Forbes distinguishing Loras as one of America’s Most Loved Colleges.

Welcome H🫶ME, Duhawks! 💜💛
08/22/2026

Welcome H🫶ME, Duhawks! 💜💛

Launch into Loras Day 1 ✅ Bring on day ✌️🎉
08/21/2026

Launch into Loras Day 1 ✅
Bring on day ✌️🎉

08/20/2026

CLASS OF 2030: WELCOME HOME 💜💛
Excited to have you a part of the Duhawk Family 🦅

H🫶me is where the Duhawks are 🦅 Our campus is excited to officially welcome the newest class of Duhawks TOMORROW! Share ...
08/20/2026

H🫶me is where the Duhawks are 🦅

Our campus is excited to officially welcome the newest class of Duhawks TOMORROW! Share why Loras is your in the comments below to help welcome them 💜💛

Pre-season is underway and it’s an exciting time for Duhawk Football! We’re counting down the days to see all the hard w...
08/16/2026

Pre-season is underway and it’s an exciting time for Duhawk Football! We’re counting down the days to see all the hard work in action. Join us for the home opener on September 5 vs St. Olaf but until then, get to know a little more about our new head coach Brandon Novak!

Brandon Novak left familiar territory for Loras College in Dubuque, Iowa, where the former Becker standout is embracing the challenge of rebuilding the Duhawks football program.

Digicam Dump 📷
08/14/2026

Digicam Dump 📷

From St. Joseph Science Hall at Loras College to the University of South Florida, Emma Nelson (’27) is taking her chemis...
08/12/2026

From St. Joseph Science Hall at Loras College to the University of South Florida, Emma Nelson (’27) is taking her chemistry research to new places! 🔬☀️

This summer, Emma has been exploring computational chemistry and drug development through a competitive REU program, using virtual screening to study potential treatments. Her experiences at Loras have helped prepare her to take on new research challenges and discover where her interests can take her next.

Read Emma’s story and see how Duhawk research experiences are preparing students for what’s ahead!

🔗 loras.edu/news/nelson-chemistry-internship-2026/

07/30/2026

Dubuque College Visit Week is almost here! 💜

Join us next week and explore the Loras College campus, connect with current students, and discover what it means to be part of a community centered on academic excellence, faith, and opportunity.

Register today through the link in our bio. We can't wait to welcome you to campus!

What does Catholic education reveal about vocation, identity, and the stories that shape us?During her sabbatical, Emily...
07/29/2026

What does Catholic education reveal about vocation, identity, and the stories that shape us?

During her sabbatical, Emily DeFilippo is exploring those questions through a book-length creative nonfiction project that blends personal narrative, interviews, and research. We can't wait to see where her work leads.

Read more at https://loras.edu/news/sabbatical-emily-difilippo/

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1450 Alta Vista Street
Dubuque, IA
52001

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