��������

A Message from the Interim Vice President of University Advancement��

As a Loyola graduate in Biology and Chemistry, I have been floored by the new technologies that our generous donors have provided for our biology students as well as pre-nursing and other pre-health students over the last year.

Support from the J. Edgar Monroe Foundation and Entergy Foundation have provided our students with opportunities to address city-wide challenges using Geographic Information System (GIS) technology. They've tackled issues ranging from pinpointing pothole locations to mapping out analyses of safety and incident awareness, empowering them to make meaningful contributions to our community.

The recent addition of an Anatomage table, courtesy of the J. Edgar Monroe Foundation, is revolutionizing the way pre-nursing, pre-health, and public health students learn. With this innovative tool, they can engage in lifelike virtual dissections of the human body, gaining invaluable hands-on experience that will undoubtedly enhance their skills and understanding.

Furthermore, the introduction of “Hal” the simulation mannequin (pictured below), provided by The Eye, Ear, Nose & Throat Foundation of New Orleans, is a game-changer for nursing education. Hal offers students immersive training in handling a wide range of acute and chronic medical scenarios, allowing them to practice critical skills like airway management, resuscitation, and diagnosis of various conditions. Hal offers a simulation of an array of critical care conditions, perfect for the Nurse Anesthesia and Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner students.

Collectively, these state-of-the-art technologies are propelling Loyola's health programs to new heights. With access to these advanced tools, our students are poised to become leaders in the healthcare field, driving innovation and excellence in healthcare throughout the South.

��

Stephanie Hotard '04, M.B.A. '10

Interim Vice President of University Advancement