Loyno School of Communication & Design

Congratulations to Mr. & Mrs. Reimann! It was a special homecoming for Mass Comm 2018 grads Sidney and Nick, who returned to Loyola in April to tie the knot at Holy Name of Jesus Church. Sidney says the couple met in Prof. Lisa Collins' reporting class, while Nick claims they met while working at The Maroon. Either way, it was a journalism love match, and now the happy couple lives in Washington, D.C. Sidney Majeé Holmes

Take me out to the ball game! Mass Comm professor Gregory Hampton Lee Jr. is giving young sports journalists real-time experience through The Sports Institute this summer. Students covered a recent Arizona Diamondbacks game, interviewed coaches and players, and sat in the press box. Loyola Mass Comm grad Samantha Guillotte is one of the 16 Institute members, and after this reporting boot camp she'll spend this summer working at the Florida Times-Union.

It was great to have you all on campus!

🎉Student Spotlight: Jordyn Minor
Closing out the school year, we're proud to spotlight student-athlete Jordyn Minor🌟

Jordyn is a Junior Mass Comm - Public Relations major and Marketing minor from Baton Rouge, with a passion for storytelling and relationship building!

While being a part of Loyno's Bateman Team, PRSSA, & Social Media Strategies class, she works diligently to create memorable and lasting change in the SCD. Alongside being a passionate and active student, Jordyn also shines on the track. She recently completed her junior season holding school records in the 60 & 100m Dash and Long Jump. Her effort and determination to excel in the classroom as well as on the track doesn't go unnoticed!

This summer Jordyn will be in Memphis, TN, interning at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital with their Social Media team as a Social Media Intern🌟

We are so proud of you Jordyn, and cannot wait to see the amazing things you will accomplish🎉

🎬 Senior Spotlight: Cameron Adams
As our senior film students reach the culmination of their time at Loyola, we’re proud to highlight Cameron Adams and her thesis film.

Originally from Nashville, Tennessee, Cameron is a Filmmaking major with a minor in Women’s Studies. Her senior project reflects years of growth, collaboration, and creative development throughout her time in the program.

“I wrote this film as a love letter to the South’s beauty and diverse communities, as well as the female friendships I’ve had in my life,” Cameron shares. “This is a project I have been developing for close to 2 years… I am so thrilled with the story my team and I have created on screen.”

“We Were Girls Together” follows childhood best friends Jodi and Noah, who reunite to fulfill a long-promised road trip, only for their journey to take an unexpected turn when they become stranded in a small Southern town. As tensions rise, their bond is tested and long-buried truths begin to surface.

As Cameron prepares to graduate, we celebrate the dedication and passion she has poured into this project and look forward to seeing where her storytelling takes her next.

Check out some behind-the-scenes of her film!

As our senior film students reach the culmination of their time at Loyola, we’re proud to highlight Maddy Geauthreaux and her thesis film, Watchman’s Woods.

Originally from Covington, Louisiana, Maddy has spent over a year developing this project, bringing together the skills she’s built throughout her time in the program. Rooted in her longtime love of horror, Watchman’s Woods is a horror-comedy that follows two friends searching for a local monster, inspired by urban legends and shot in the “found footage” style.

“My strengths lie in the art department and editing, so I aimed to make a film that leaned heavily into both,” Maddy shares. Over the course of the process, she embraced the challenges of filmmaking, even returning to reshoot key scenes in order to better align with her vision. “A major takeaway… is to trust your gut and not be afraid to take a knife to your work in order to carve out the good stuff.”

That willingness to refine and take creative risks led to a film that more closely reflects her voice balancing humor, character, and the eerie tone of the woods.

As Maddy prepares to graduate, we’re excited to see her continue creating and exploring the horror genre and maybe even return to the world of Watchman’s Woods.

Check out some photos and behind-the-scene images of Maddy's incredible work.

Den of Distinction honoree: Dominic Massa

We are proud to induct Dominic Massa, Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer at WYES-TV and a 1998 graduate from the broadcast news track, into the SCD Den of Distinction.

A New Orleans native, Dominic has spent over 30 years in the communications and media field, driven by his passion for storytelling and his love for the city’s rich history and culture. From his time as a journalist at WWL to his current leadership role at WYES, he continues to create meaningful content that impacts the community.

“Every day is different… helping meet new challenges and producing work that makes a difference is what makes this career so rewarding,” said Massa.

His advice to students: Build connections and never stop learning. Every interaction is an opportunity to grow and see the industry from a new perspective.

We are grateful for Dominic’s contributions to the field and for inspiring the next generation of media professionals.

🎬 Alumni Spotlight: Reece Loustalot

We are proud to feature Loyola Film alum Reece Loustalot, who is continuing his education and creative journey in Los Angeles.

Reece is currently pursuing a master’s degree in Film Production at Loyola Marymount University. He credits his time at Loyola University New Orleans with providing a strong academic and creative foundation, helping him feel well-prepared and ahead as he advances in his studies.

Beyond academics, Reece reflects on the meaningful connections formed during his time at LOYNO. The friendships and mentorship from peers and faculty made a lasting impact and contributed to some of his most memorable experiences.

We look forward to seeing all that Reece accomplishes in the future.

Over the past few days, students from the Design Department transformed the Diboll Design Center into an interactive showcase of creativity and innovation. From immersive AR/VR experiences to dynamic data visualizations, this event highlighted the power of thoughtful, user-centered design.

Thank you to everyone who stopped by to explore, engage, and support our talented Interactive Design students. Your curiosity and enthusiasm made this experience even more meaningful!