Luella Loseille, Assistant Director for Diversity and Inclusion in the Cross Cultural Center for Global Citizenship, and Rochelle Smith, vice president of the Division for Diversity and Innovative Community Engagement, discuss the legacy of Occupy SLU 10 years later, and discuss the upcoming commemoration of Occupy SLU.

This October marks the 10th anniversary of Occupy SLU, a six-day peaceful teach-in and demonstration at the clock tower following the officer-involved shootings of Michael Brown and Vonderrit Myers, Jr. The occupation culminated in the adoption of the Clock Tower Accords, an agreement committing SLU to strengthening work for diversity and equity on campus and in the community. We have asked Luella Loseille, Assistant Director for Diversity and Inclusion in the Cross Cultural Center for Global Citizenship, and Rochelle Smith, vice president of the Division for Diversity and Innovative Community Engagement, to share with us about this year’s commemoration of that moment in our history as an institution, as well as their reflections on where we are a decade later and where we go from here.

Mission Matters Ep. 64: Luella Loseille & Rochelle Smith on Occupy SLU

An Examen for Civic Life ahead of our Nation's elections

Mission Matters: An Examen for Civic Life

Dr. Michael Boyle, Executive Director of the new Herrmann Center for Innovative Catholic Education, discusses the founding and goals of the center.

Mission Matters Ep. 67: Michael Boyle & the Herrmann Center for Innovative Catholic Education

The United States appears to be poised to make one of the most substantial changes in foreign policy with the pause on funding to Ukraine amidst the third year of the conflict with Russia. To break down this change and reflect on the role of President Zelensky and President Trump, we are joined by Professor Monica Eppinger. Professor Eppinger is a member of the Center for International and Comparative Law. She is a former diplomat who was stationed in Ukraine during the formation of the nation. She is an expert on Ukraine and has been traveling the world speaking and writing on the topic. 

The Ukraine Conflict and the Role of the United States - Professor Monica Eppinger

Dean Leslie McClure discusses the College for Public Health and Social Justice and the state of public health today.

Mission Matters Ep. 68: Leslie McClure and the College for Public Health and Social Justice

Dr. Becky Muich and Louise Neiman discuss the programming and goals of the Honors Program at Saint Louis University.

Mission Matters Ep. 69 - Becky Muich, Louise Neiman, and the University Honors Program

The United States has a maternal mortality issue. In 2021, the U.S. ranked 55th in the world for maternal mortality, by far the worst of any higher-income country. Even more concerning, Black women are disproportionately impacted and experience maternal mortality 2.6 times the rate for White women. Beyond the lack of access and ongoing systematic racism, a wave of hospital mergers has increased consolidation in the hospital industry, leaving vulnerable populations with no access to quality maternal care. Joining us today is Professor Theodosia Stavroulaki, who joined the Center for Health Law Studies Faculty in 2024. Professor Stavroulaki’s research has uncovered the overlooked impact of hospital mergers on maternal mortality and how antitrust law can influence the outcomes. Thank you for joining us today.

The Hidden Cause of Maternal Mortality in the United States - Professor Stavroulaki

This year's United States Supreme Court session has had a particular impact on health care access across the country. From the Skrmetti decision affirming a ban on gender-affirming care for minors, to the Planned Parenthood decision that allows states to bar access to federal Medicaid funding for that provider regardless of the procedure, and the Braidwood case that concerns preventative care mandates in the Affordable Care Act, there is much at risk. To help us break down the decisions and the implications for health care access, we are joined by Kelly Gillespie. Professor Gillespie is the director of the Center for Health Law Studies. She is a registered nurse and holds both a JD and a PhD in Health Care Ethics. 

The Supreme Court's Impact on Health Care Access - Professor Gillespie

Saint Louis University’s Office of Mission and Identity ensures that the principles and traditions of Catholic, Jesuit higher education, and the mission and core values of SLU are integrated into operations, structures, programs and practices, and the formation of its students, faculty, staff, administration and board members.

Mission Matters Ep. 64: Luella Loseille & Rochelle Smith on Occupy SLU

SLU Office of Mission & Identity

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