Loyola University Maryland

Commencement Exercises

Class of 2026

Order of Exercises

• Processional
• Invocation
• National Anthem with the Presentation of the Colors by Loyola University Maryland Reserve Officer Training Corps Color Guard
• Presentation of Special Honorees

  David F. Roswell, Ph.D., EMBA ’85

  Carroll Medal

  David F. Roswell, Ph.D., is an exceptional educator whose work elevated the sciences at Loyola at a pivotal time in its history. As Hauber Professor of Chemistry, he taught and mentored hundreds of students, imparting his knowledge of chemistry and inspiring them to pursue fulfilling, meaningful careers. In addition to teaching, he served as an exemplary leader through his roles as chemistry department chairman, dean of the college of arts and sciences, and associate provost. He was instrumental in the formation of the Center for the Humanities and led the creation of the Hauber Scholars Program, which offers unparalleled research opportunities to undergraduate students.

  Rev. Timothy B. Brown, S.J., J.D.

  President’s Medal

  Rev. Timothy B. Brown, S.J., is a valued faculty member, trusted administrator, and treasured spiritual guide, leading countless retreats and book discussions, marrying alumni and baptizing their children, teaching ever-popular courses in law and social responsibility, and offering the Spiritual Exercises. He has served as a conscience for the Loyola community, developing mission-focused programs, co-founding the future Center for Community, Service, and Justice, and encouraging the University community to care for all of creation. He has inspired donors to create the Rev. Timothy Brown, S.J., Ignatian Spirituality Center—and encourages all to embrace the magis and work to achieve more for the greater glory of God.

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• Honorary Degree

  Carrie Anne Fox, ’01

  Commencement Speaker/Honorary Degree Recipient

  Carrie Anne Fox is an inspiring leader, a true innovator, an author, and an expert communicator who has applied her Jesuit, liberal arts education to her work through Mission Partners and Mission Forward. She is an entrepreneur who steadfastly demonstrates her commitment to the importance of community and working for social justice. Fox was also a founding signatory of the #WeTheChange declaration to build business for good, as well as a founding member of the Purpose Collaborative, a national network of communications thought leaders and industry experts. Fox, who was student body president, is a longtime supporter of her alma mater.

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• Address to Graduates
• Awarding of Degrees and Honors
• Presentation of Army ROTC Cadets, soon to be Commissioned as Officers
• Student Address
• Closing Remarks
• Benediction
• Recessional