Overview

• The university will hold a wake and visitation Wednesday at Madonna della Strada Chapel, followed by a Thursday funeral Mass and a community reception at the Damen Student Center, with livestreams available and CBS Chicago set to stream the funeral.
• Sister Jean died Oct. 9 at 106 after decades serving Loyola students, including as men’s basketball chaplain and a longtime academic adviser rooted in the former Mundelein College.
• Athletics leaders recalled her pregame prayers, scouting notes and daily presence, noting that game days will feel noticeably different without her rituals and guidance.
• Condolences from athletic director Steve Watson, coach Drew Valentine and A-10 commissioner Bernadette McGlade joined tributes from alumni, peer programs and public figures.
• Social media remembrances included Barack Obama’s message that March Madness will not be the same, as the campus community shares memories and prepares to honor her legacy.