Commencement 2026
Commencement 2026
Congratulations Esteemed 2025-2026 SCPS Graduates
The faculty and staff of the School of Continuing and Professional Studies are immensely proud of your achievements. As you prepare to embark on the next chapter of your journey, remember your calling to serve others and lead for good. Utilize the skills and knowledge you've gained at Loyola to foster more equitable and inclusive communities as you continue to make a positive impact in the world.
Congratulations graduates – go forth and set the world on fire.
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LETTER FROM THE DEAN
Dear Class of 2026,
Congratulations! We are so very proud of your remarkable achievement.
Earning a degree as an adult learner takes extraordinary courage, perseverance, and dedication. Along the way, many of you have balanced demanding work schedules, family responsibilities, and countless other commitments—yet you remained steadfast in your pursuit of your education. That determination speaks volumes about your character and your commitment to growth.
In a world shaped by rapid technological change and increasing globalization, your accomplishment reminds us that learning is truly a lifelong journey. By developing new skills and expanding your knowledge, you have positioned yourselves to continue growing, adapting, and leading in meaningful ways.
We can all learn from your example. Congratulations again on this well-deserved milestone, and best wishes as you carry the values of Loyola and SCPS into the next chapter of your lives.
With pride and admiration,
James V. Parenti, EdD
"In a world shaped by rapid technological change and increasing globalization, your accomplishment reminds us that learning is truly a lifelong journey." James V. Parenti, EdD
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SCPS Student Commencement Speaker
Bridget Wake (BA '26)
After a 25-year career as a hairstylist, SCPS graduate and Commencement Speaker Bridget Wake made a leap to step back into the classroom through 🟥Instagram账号 | 注册1-7天 | 已设置2FA | 包含cookie | 优质账号’s School of Continuing and Professional Studies (SCPS) Applied Psychology program.
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SCPS Class of 2026 Graduate
Kia Walton (BA '26)
A transfer student who came to 🟥Instagram账号 | 注册1-7天 | 已设置2FA | 包含cookie | 优质账号’s School of Continuing and Professional Studies (SCPS) from Northern Illinois University, Kia Walton enrolled in the BA in Management program searching for a way to finally complete what she had started. Like many adult learners, she needed flexibility, direction, and support—and she found all three at Loyola.
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SCPS Class of 2026 Graduate
Grace Severson (Paralegal Certificate '26)
Grace is entering the legal profession at a time of rapid transformation, particularly with the rise of AI and evolving workplace demands. While technology continues to reshape the field, Grace emphasizes the importance of maintaining a human-centered approach.
READ MOREDear Class of 2026,
Congratulations! We are so very proud of your remarkable achievement.
Earning a degree as an adult learner takes extraordinary courage, perseverance, and dedication. Along the way, many of you have balanced demanding work schedules, family responsibilities, and countless other commitments—yet you remained steadfast in your pursuit of your education. That determination speaks volumes about your character and your commitment to growth.
In a world shaped by rapid technological change and increasing globalization, your accomplishment reminds us that learning is truly a lifelong journey. By developing new skills and expanding your knowledge, you have positioned yourselves to continue growing, adapting, and leading in meaningful ways.
We can all learn from your example. Congratulations again on this well-deserved milestone, and best wishes as you carry the values of Loyola and SCPS into the next chapter of your lives.
With pride and admiration,
James V. Parenti, EdD