ALANA Services - Loyola University Maryland

Grow. Connect. Celebrate.

ALANA (African, Latinx, Asian, and Native American) Services is committed to providing support, services, and programs that encourage the success of students of color at Loyola University Maryland. Through intentional programming and a broad spectrum of services, we seek to foster the academic, personal, spiritual, and leadership development of ALANA students.

As a department, ALANA sponsors various programs to enrich and educate members of Loyola's campus community about issues related to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness.

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Student Organizations

Explore Loyola's 8 ethnic clubs which offer a variety of experiences throughout the school year

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Academic Support & Enrichment

ALANA Services is dedicated to helping its students achieve success at Loyola and after graduation

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ALANA Staff

Meet the energetic staff dedicated to the development of the University and our students

BSA Fashion Show

Witness History

See what all the hype is about. Loyola's biggest night of fashion, music, and culture only comes around once a year and you don't want to miss it.

Enter the Experience

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What's Happening

The Latest at ALANA Services

Stay engaged with ALANA Services throughout the year! Check back periodically to see the various events, initiatives, or resources we will highlight in this section. As we turn our attention to the Fall 2023 Semester, here are the latest happenings at ALANA Services that we are currently featuring:

ALANA Mentoring Program (AMP)

AMP pairs you with an upper-class student to assist in acclimating to campus life at Loyola.

ACE Workshops

The Academic and Career Enrichment series (ACE Workshops) provides students with knowledge and skills that complement their classroom learning, increase their engagement in university life, and empower them to advocate for themselves and others.

Caribbean Heritage Celebration

November marks the commencement of Caribbean Heritage Celebration (CHC). Each November, the Caribbean Students’ Union (CSU) provides the Loyola community with a number of educational, social, and cultural events to recognize this important month.