Graduate Faculty Resources
The Academic Catalog
The Academic Catalog provides information on each of the courses that will be delivered in an academic year. Faculty and students can use the catalog to access course numbers and descriptions, prerequisites, components, course equivalents, requirement groups, and room requirements. The catalog also contains degree requirements and academic policies. The course catalog is updated annually.
Curriculum Management
Curricula for TGS-affiliated graduate programs constitute both new and revised course curricula and new and revised program curricula (in other words, degree requirements). All new and revised courses and new and revised programs must be approved through the following review process for inclusion in the Academic Catalog for the next academic year and for implementation by the program at that time.
Following their programs' respective curriculum review processes, CAS and HSC graduate programs go through a review process within TGS and the Council for Graduate School Programs as outlined in the TGS Chart of Reviews and Approvals for Academic Matters. Graduate programs affiliated with other LUC schools (Communication, Education, Nursing, and Social Work) should go through their respective school’s curriculum review process.
All curriculum proposals--whether changes to existing curriculum or new curriculum proposals—should be initiated online through the Courseleaf Curriculum Inventory Management (“CIM” for short) system. LUC’s Division of Academic Affairs maintains a webpage with all necessary links and initial guidance to support submissions.
New course proposals are expected to comply with LUC’s Course Syllabus Policy.
Please note that syllabi for all new course proposals for LSC and HSC graduate programs will first be reviewed by their campus’ Associate Dean of Graduate Studies for consistency with this policy.
New program proposals undergo a thorough and rigorous program intent review process. Graduate faculty considering a new program proposal can review the intent process description and are asked to consult with their campus’ leadership prior to initiating a proposal.
To be included in the following academic year’s Academic Catalog (including Fall, Spring, or summer semesters), curriculum proposals must be through all necessary reviews by March 31. This requirement typically necessitates completion of approval through the level of the respective Dean by March 1, so should have completed all internal program and departmental curriculum review processes by January 15. Faculty are asked to submit their proposal at their earliest opportunity to ensure approval for inclusion in the Academic Catalog for the following academic year.
Council of Graduate School Programs
The primary function of the Council of Graduate School Programs is to discuss and formulate the aims, purposes, and quality standards for Master's and PhD programs under the auspices of The Graduate School at Loyola University Chicago. The Council has jurisdiction over all academic matters delegated and makes policy recommendations in such areas as: admissions, curriculum, qualifying exams or projects, theses and dissertations, and overall objectives. Information regarding submission of program proposals or modifications can be found below.
Members can find additional information on the Council's Sakai site.
View the Bylaws of the Council of Graduate School Programs .
Please note: as of summer 2024, proposals for Intent, New Programs, and Program Modifications must be entered into the Curriculum Inventory Management (CIM) system. Please contact your Dean’s office for information on training.
The Council of Graduate School Programs gives annual awards for exceptional performance in teaching, scholarship, and civic engagement.
- Thesis/Dissertation of the Year Award
- Graduate Student Teaching Award
- Civic Engagement and Social Justice Award
- Graduate Faculty of the Year Award
The Graduate School Faculty Handbook
The Graduate School Faculty Handbook is an important resource for faculty members that contains university policies regarding both faculty status and student progress. Topics covered by the handbook include descriptions of the appointment, Affiliate Graduate Faculty Status, Emeritus appointments, Revocation of Graduate Faculty, Duties and Responsibilities, a description of the Council of Graduate School Programs, and information regarding the role and administrative responsibilities of Graduate Program Directors.
The Graduate Student Progress System (GSPS)
The Graduate Student Progress System (GSPS) is used by The Graduate School and Graduate Program Directors to monitor students' progress and achievements as they move through their graduate program. Students use GSPS to record successful the completion of their comprehensive examinations; form their doctoral committees; gain approval of dissertation proposals; apply for travel funding from the graduate school; accept financial awards; submit requests for a change in degree-seeking, extension of time, or leave of absence; and report professional activities (publications, presentations, placements, internships, and external awards).
LOCUS
LOCUS (Loyola's Online Connection to University Services) is an integrated student and faculty information system. Faculty members can use LOCUS to view their teaching schedule, assign final grades, access advising information, view and edit their faculty profiles, and access Faculty 180.
Sakai
Sakai is an open-source learning management system used by the university as a course management platform. Faculty members can use Sakai to upload pertinent documents for their courses (syllabi, writing assignments, etc.), link to important resources, create forums or blogs for online learning experiences, order course materials from the bookstore, and view and conduct course evaluations.
The Academic Catalog
The Academic Catalog provides information on each of the courses that will be delivered in an academic year. Faculty and students can use the catalog to access course numbers and descriptions, prerequisites, components, course equivalents, requirement groups, and room requirements. The catalog also contains degree requirements and academic policies. The course catalog is updated annually.
Curriculum Management
Curricula for TGS-affiliated graduate programs constitute both new and revised course curricula and new and revised program curricula (in other words, degree requirements). All new and revised courses and new and revised programs must be approved through the following review process for inclusion in the Academic Catalog for the next academic year and for implementation by the program at that time.
Following their programs' respective curriculum review processes, CAS and HSC graduate programs go through a review process within TGS and the Council for Graduate School Programs as outlined in the TGS Chart of Reviews and Approvals for Academic Matters. Graduate programs affiliated with other LUC schools (Communication, Education, Nursing, and Social Work) should go through their respective school’s curriculum review process.
All curriculum proposals--whether changes to existing curriculum or new curriculum proposals—should be initiated online through the Courseleaf Curriculum Inventory Management (“CIM” for short) system. LUC’s Division of Academic Affairs maintains a webpage with all necessary links and initial guidance to support submissions.
New course proposals are expected to comply with LUC’s Course Syllabus Policy.
Please note that syllabi for all new course proposals for LSC and HSC graduate programs will first be reviewed by their campus’ Associate Dean of Graduate Studies for consistency with this policy.
New program proposals undergo a thorough and rigorous program intent review process. Graduate faculty considering a new program proposal can review the intent process description and are asked to consult with their campus’ leadership prior to initiating a proposal.
To be included in the following academic year’s Academic Catalog (including Fall, Spring, or summer semesters), curriculum proposals must be through all necessary reviews by March 31. This requirement typically necessitates completion of approval through the level of the respective Dean by March 1, so should have completed all internal program and departmental curriculum review processes by January 15. Faculty are asked to submit their proposal at their earliest opportunity to ensure approval for inclusion in the Academic Catalog for the following academic year.
Council of Graduate School Programs
The primary function of the Council of Graduate School Programs is to discuss and formulate the aims, purposes, and quality standards for Master's and PhD programs under the auspices of The Graduate School at Loyola University Chicago. The Council has jurisdiction over all academic matters delegated and makes policy recommendations in such areas as: admissions, curriculum, qualifying exams or projects, theses and dissertations, and overall objectives. Information regarding submission of program proposals or modifications can be found below.
Members can find additional information on the Council's Sakai site.
View the Bylaws of the Council of Graduate School Programs .
Please note: as of summer 2024, proposals for Intent, New Programs, and Program Modifications must be entered into the Curriculum Inventory Management (CIM) system. Please contact your Dean’s office for information on training.
The Council of Graduate School Programs gives annual awards for exceptional performance in teaching, scholarship, and civic engagement.
- Thesis/Dissertation of the Year Award
- Graduate Student Teaching Award
- Civic Engagement and Social Justice Award
- Graduate Faculty of the Year Award
The Graduate School Faculty Handbook
The Graduate School Faculty Handbook is an important resource for faculty members that contains university policies regarding both faculty status and student progress. Topics covered by the handbook include descriptions of the appointment, Affiliate Graduate Faculty Status, Emeritus appointments, Revocation of Graduate Faculty, Duties and Responsibilities, a description of the Council of Graduate School Programs, and information regarding the role and administrative responsibilities of Graduate Program Directors.
The Graduate Student Progress System (GSPS)
The Graduate Student Progress System (GSPS) is used by The Graduate School and Graduate Program Directors to monitor students' progress and achievements as they move through their graduate program. Students use GSPS to record successful the completion of their comprehensive examinations; form their doctoral committees; gain approval of dissertation proposals; apply for travel funding from the graduate school; accept financial awards; submit requests for a change in degree-seeking, extension of time, or leave of absence; and report professional activities (publications, presentations, placements, internships, and external awards).
LOCUS
LOCUS (Loyola's Online Connection to University Services) is an integrated student and faculty information system. Faculty members can use LOCUS to view their teaching schedule, assign final grades, access advising information, view and edit their faculty profiles, and access Faculty 180.
Sakai
Sakai is an open-source learning management system used by the university as a course management platform. Faculty members can use Sakai to upload pertinent documents for their courses (syllabi, writing assignments, etc.), link to important resources, create forums or blogs for online learning experiences, order course materials from the bookstore, and view and conduct course evaluations.