Giving to the College of Humanities and Natural Sciences
The largest of the undergraduate schools at Loyola University New Orleans,
the College of Humanities and Natural Sciences is
currently focused on major facility renovations, expanding student and
faculty research opportunities, and ensuring we offer the latest technology
in the classroom.
Karen Anklam, the Senior Development Officer for the College of Humanities and Natural Sciences, will be pleased to meet with you to explain the available funding opportunities and to help you get involved in
Facility Renovations
Chemistry
Curriculum reforms and a significant increase in the number of students using the chemistry labs highlighted the need for a renovation and modernization of the facilities in Monroe Hall, our science building, built over thirty years ago. Phase I of the renovation of the chemistry facilities was completed in October 1999 with the newly renovated chemistry wing dedicated in honor of our distinguished alumnus, Dr. Gregory A. Choppin, a nuclear chemist and the R.O. Lawton Distinguished Chemistry Professor at Florida State University.
We are currently seeking funding for Phase II of the renovation that will include spaces listed below. With a gift that exceeds 50% of the cost of a designated space, the donor will be provided with a naming opportunity for the following:
- Laboratory #2 $225,000
- Hygiene Room $60,000
- Seminar Room #1 $12,144 remaining to complete goal
In April 2000, the Percival Stern Foundation committed $250,000 to fund Laboratory #1 of Phase II.
Student and Faculty Research
For many Loyola alumni, Father John H. Mullahy, S.J. exemplified the discipline and challenge of a value-driven Jesuit education through his leadership in the Biology department and Pre-Medicine program. Both following Father Mullahy's death in 1978 and more recently through the Thresholds capital campaign, funds were established to assist current students in their pursuit of a Loyola undergraduate education and to assist faculty teaching and research.
The first, the Biology Fund, was established in 1978 and currently has a value of $126,000. An endowed fund, it provides approximately $6,000 annually to support undergraduate and faculty research as well as to purchase equipment not funded through the departmental budget. All of the biology majors are encouraged to participate in undergraduate research projects and funding for such projects is desperately needed. We are currently seeking an additional $124,000 to bring the endowment to an even $250,000, which would generate twice as much annually for the students.
An endowed chair honoring Father Mullahy's legacy of academic excellence is also well underway. $580,000 towards the goal has been raised; we need another $220,000 to bring the fund to the $800,000 level at which time Loyola will apply to the State of Louisiana for $400,000 in matching funds. With the Father John H. Mullahy, S.J. Eminent Scholars Chair in Biology funded at $1,200,000, Loyola will be able to attract a nationally known scholar in Biology to teach and conduct research at the university.
Success Update: With the help of volunteer Dr. Donald C. Faust, A'73, Loyola has raised over $48,000 in pledges and gifts in support of these two funds as of March 2000; however, we need your help to complete our goals.
Louisiana State Tax Credit for Equipment Donations
If you choose to purchase equipment and donate it to Loyola, you would receive a state tax credit equal to 40% of the value of the donation. In addition, you also would receive a federal tax deduction equal to 100% of the value of the donation. In order to streamline the donation process, you must purchase the equipment and have the vendor ship the equipment directly to the university with an invoice clearly stating these instructions.
