Events and Programs

The McAuley Women’s Center hosts a variety of events, such as craft nights, movie nights, and volunteering events around the Baltimore community! Students also have the opportunity to be further involved with the Center by applying for our Ambassador position or signing up to join our peer support program, McAuley Connects. Make sure to check our weekly newsletter. Flyers go out once a week, so you can keep updated with what's going on or follow us on The Bridge or on Instagram for current events and information.

This Month's Events: 

-January 16th 3-5pm: 2026 Bingo Cards

-January 22nd 4:30-6pm: January Book Club 

-January 30th 6-8pm: DIY Charm Keychains

Ongoing Programs

Ambassador Position

The McAuley Women’s Center launched its Ambassador Program in Fall 2023 in response to student feedback expressing a desire for deeper engagement with the Center. Since its inception, the program has grown significantly, doubling in size over the past two years and now comprising 19 student ambassadors. Ambassadors play an active role in planning and executing programs both on and off campus while representing the McAuley Women’s Center across a variety of campus spaces.

The Ambassador position requires students to assist with three programs each semester, attend monthly meetings, and serve as visible representatives of the Center’s mission and values. Through this experience, students develop both professionally and personally. Benefits of participation include leadership development, professional skill-building, mentorship and connection, meaningful service, and a strong sense of community and belonging.

Hiring for the Ambassador position occurs each Fall semester. During the hiring period, applications are available on The Bridge.

Current Ambassadors:

• Dowtiana Vazquez '27
• Jasline Hernandez '28
• Brennon Schifman '27
• Elise Dougherty '28
• Meghan O'Brien '26
• Hope Sandoval '26
• Izabella Borsukiewicz '27
• Serenah Rush '26
• Maddy D'Alosio '28
• Tillie Dunlap '28
• Anna Coppola '28
• Willow Caverly '28
• Gabyrella Akers '28
• Cara Lamina '27
• Kate Cohill '27
• Zainab Ansary '29
• Keaunna Johnson '27
• Ava Bradley '28
• Taylor Swann '28

McAuley Connects 

Social wellness plays a crucial role in students’ overall wellbeing, especially during their college years. Building meaningful relationships, developing a sense of belonging, and finding supportive communities can positively impact academic success, mental health, and personal growth.

The McAuley Women’s Center hopes to support this social wellness by launching McAuley Connects, a new initiative designed to help students strengthen their social wellness through intentional, low-pressure opportunities for connection. Beginning in January 2026, students will be matched with a Peer Connector and meet once a month for simple, meaningful activities—such as grabbing coffee at the Green & Grey Café, sharing dinner in Boulder, attending a campus performance or lecture, or exploring other events happening around Loyola.

Students of all class years are welcome to join. McAuley Connects emphasizes that friendships in college are not about quantity, but quality. Even one or two supportive relationships can make a meaningful difference in a student’s sense of belonging. The program also encourages students to explore their own self-care practices, recognizing that social wellness includes both connection with others and time spent reconnecting with oneself.