Loyola University Chicago

Office of the Dean of Students

Division of Student Development

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Loyola University Chicago is deeply committed to the success of every student, and we recognize that finding the right support can sometimes be challenging. The CURA Network serves as a central resource for faculty, staff, campus partners, and the entire University community, offering guidance and assistance for students in need. We hope this resource helps you connect students with the support they require and reflects our collective dedication to their well-being.

If you are a student in need of support, have questions about navigating the university, are in distress, or are facing food and/or housing insecurity (or know someone who is), please use the reporting links provided below to submit a referral. Our dedicated staff is here to support students wherever they are, and we are committed to helping you connect them with the assistance they need.

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Equity & Title IX Concerns

Use for: Reporting alleged or suspected gender-based or bias-motivated misconduct by any student, staff, or faculty member; reporting any discriminatory conduct by any University employee. Examples include reports of sexual assault, stalking, dating/domestic violence, and harassment/misconduct of any kind motivated by bias against a protected class such as race, religion, etc. 

Note: Reports may be submitted anonymously; reports will be assigned to one or more University investigators for follow-up

Important note: To speak with a confidential Advocate who has been trained to assist with issues related to gender-based violence, visit the Wellness Center.

Contact: Samantha Maher Sheahan, Associate Dean of Students and Deputy Title IX Coordinator, Office of the Dean of Students

Submit a Report 

CARE Services

Use for: Referring students who may need general assistance overcoming serious personal difficulties, navigating University systems, or getting connected to available resources. Examples include: students experiencing grief or loss, struggling with general mental health concerns, or managing a personal financial emergency. Students are supported with Coordinated Assistance and Resource Education (CARE).

Important note: All reports will be addressed by a DOS staff member, but if a student is in crisis or imminent risk of harm, please call Campus Safety first (773-508-7233)                             

Contact: Cynthia Rosales-Rodriguez, Assistant Dean of Students and CARE Case Manager, Office of the Dean of Students

Christopher Cook, Ed.D., Assistant Dean of Students and CARE Case Manager, Office of the Dean of Students

Submit a CARE Referral

Behavioral Concerns Team (BCT) Services

Use for: Reporting students whose behavior presents a possible threat to the safety or well-being of oneself or others (examples include suicidal ideation, self-harm, violence or threats against others)

Important note: All reports will be addressed by a ODOS staff member, but if a student is in crisis or imminent risk of harm, please call Campus Safety first (773.508.7233)

Primary contact: Amber Miller, Assistant Dean of Students & BCT Case Manager, Office of the Dean of Students

Submit a BCT Referral

Academic Offerings

Academic Concerns Referrals

Used for: Reporting concerns about academic performance, class attendance, or academic engagement.

Important note: Academic Concerns referrals are directed to Student Academic Services (SAS) for review and coordination with academic services and academic advising staff within SAS and across the Colleges/Schools.

Primary contact: Richard Rowlands, Assistant Director of Learning and Student Success, Division of Student Academic Services

Submit an Academic Concerns Referral

Student Conduct & Conflict Concerns

Used for: Referring alleged violations of Loyola’s Community Standards (Student Code of Conduct) and/or referring student conflict matters for voluntary conflict resolution services.

Important note: All reports will be reviewed by university staff and, where potential violations are found, staff will follow up on the report. Although a person submitting a report is not required to provide any personal information, we highly recommend that you provide, at a minimum, an email address where you could be contacted. This is especially important if there are follow-up questions or responses that may be important or necessary. If a reporter fails to provide any identifying or contact information, it may limit the University's ability to look into or fully respond to a situation. The privacy of the person making a report, along with the contents of the complaint, will be maintained to the extent that the university conduct process allows.

Primary contact: Student Rights, Responsibilities & Conflict Resolution Team (SRCR) in the Office of the Dean of Students.

Submit a Report

ODOS General Contact Information

Note: Regular operating hours for all contacts below are 8:30 am-5:00 pm, Monday-Friday

  • ODOS Main Number: 773-508-8840

  • BCT Consultation: 773-508-8300 (messages left after hours will be addressed the following business day)

  • ODOS Email: DeanOfStudents@luc.edu

  • BCT Email: BCT@luc.edu

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