Loyola University New Orleans College of Music and Media

08/29/2026

Today marks the 21st anniversary of Hurricane Katrina’s landfall in New Orleans.

Lisa Collins, Loyola’s Professor of Practice in Journalism, shares her experience covering Katrina at WDSU and the importance of local news in providing vital information to the public.

To learn more about our Journalism program, visit cmm.loyno.edu.

08/27/2026

🎨💫 When we say CMM is “Creative on Purpose,” this is what we mean—we want you to apply your talent to make the world a better place.

Loyola Design alum Katherine Klimitas (’11) is a watercolor artist, graphic designer, motivational speaker, and author with Osteogenesis Imperfecta, also known as Brittle Bone Disease.

Katherine has focused on two key areas:
1) Expanding her reach and capabilities as a disabled watercolor artist
2) Motivating others to contribute to their communities

Katherine started her business, KAK Art & Designs, during her senior year at Loyola. She currently offers original paintings, custom pet portraits, watercolor painting kits, graphic design services, and more.

Congratulations, Katherine, on your hard work and success!

08/27/2026

Support our CMM family! Music Industry alum Carter Guidry lost his home and all his belongings in an apartment fire on Napoleon Avenue.

Every bit of love and assistance makes a difference. Please visit the SupportNow fundraiser to donate or share: https://www.supportnow.org/carter-guidry

08/25/2026

It’s official—welcome to the Wolf Pack, Professor D.! 🐺🎶

We are beyond honored to welcome the powerhouse artist, entrepreneur, and creative Dawn Richard as an adjunct professor in our Music Education department at Loyola!

Dawn brings an unmatched wealth of knowledge for our students.

Side note: Be sure to check out her recent feature with Tank and the Bangers in the new music video, "Don't Count Yourself Out!"

🔗 To learn more about our music program, visit cmm.loyno.edu.

08/24/2026

🗞️ From stadiums and world-class theatres to highly acclaimed reviews and scholarships, our faculty, students, alumni, and staff are hard at work.

Lately:

1 Dennis Shuman Performs in Phantom of the Opera

2 Student and Alumni Hired for Tennessee Williams Theatre Company Play

3 Tim Kappel Named Among Billboard Magazine’s Top Music Lawyers

4 Kada Mataya Named Louisiana Student Journalist of the Year

5 Sunnylyn Thibodeaux Poetry Book Listed in Publishers Weekly

👏 Congrats on the incredible achievements!

08/20/2026

Loyola Professor of Practice in Public Relations Jeffrey Ory spoke with Biz New Orleans about the use of AI in business—both its ethical implications and its benefits.

Read more:

NEW ORLEANS – Contrary to fears that artificial intelligence (AI) could replace public relations and marketing professionals, communications leaders across

08/19/2026

🎉 It’s great to see you back in the halls! We hope your first week of class is absolutely fantastic.

08/19/2026

The College of Music and Media community is deeply saddened by the passing of Music alum Riley English.

“Sometimes the teacher learns from the student. We learned a great deal from Riley. Every week she had fresh and remarkable ideas. She was a stunning guitarist and a wonderfully creative explorer of sound possibilities whose compositions were beautiful jewels. Riley was so kind. Always helpful and never judgmental. There is a hole in music where Riley used to be.”
— Dr. Janna Saslaw, Professor of Music

To celebrate her life and legacy, friends and fellow musicians are gathering for a memorial concert in her honor.

Music for Riley Concert
Date: August 20
Venue: Carrollton Station
Doors: 8:00 PM | Music: 9:00 PM

Please join us in remembering Riley, celebrating her music, and supporting her loved ones during this time.

08/17/2026

Welcome back CMM! 🎉

Stop by the Advising Hub this week to visit, snack, and discuss:
• Your schedule with school advisors
• Administrative issues
• Career opportunities (M/W/F)
• Study abroad (T/Th)

August 17 - 21 • 11am - 2pm
Roussel lobby • 2nd Floor

We're looking to another awesome semester!