The OLLU Visual Arts Program presents a Senior Exhibition and Capstone Presentation, Culture Connection, by Elizandra De Leon. Please join us for the Opening Reception on Friday, November 21st, 2025 from 6-8pm in the Library Community Room.
All OLLU students are invited to enjoy a free Thanksgiving meal on Tuesday, November 18, at 5:45 p.m. in the Saints Café. The annual celebration offers students a warm holiday meal and an opportunity to complete important steps for spring registration.
Members of the President’s Cabinet will serve a traditional Thanksgiving dinner, and representatives from Financial Aid and the Student Business Office will be available to assist students who still need to finalize their spring semester requirements. Students who complete their final SBO confirmation during the event will be entered into a gift card drawing.
The event is sponsored by the Student Affairs Division.
For more information, contact studentaffairs@ollusa.edu or 210-431-3954.
As we approach the end of the calendar year, please take note of two important updates regarding vacation time and payroll processing.
All employees are reminded that the annual deadline to use accrued vacation time is December 31. Employees may not carry over more than the number of annual vacation days for which they are currently eligible.
If work demands or medical circumstances prevent you from using your accrued vacation time before the deadline, your division’s chief administrator may request a one-time, one-year extension. Please keep in mind:
For questions regarding vacation balances or policy, contact Human Resources at 210-431-3970.
To ensure timely and accurate payroll processing, please review the following:
For Full-Time Biweekly Employees:
For Supervisors:
Thank you for your cooperation in helping us maintain smooth year-end operations and timely payroll processing.
Payroll Department
The Our Lady of the Lake University women’s basketball team delivered a commanding performance in a 65–45 victory over Huston-Tillotson, showcasing efficient offense, strong rebounding, and balanced team play from start to finish.
Senior guard Samantha Fields led the way for the Saints with a standout performance, scoring a game-high 22 points on 9-of-13 shooting, including three makes from beyond the arc. Fields steady scoring and on-ball defense set the tone for OLLU, as she also recorded two steals and committed just one foul across 37 minutes of play.
Forward Alexandra Westerdijk Martin provided a powerful presence in the paint, finishing with 12 points and a game-high nine rebounds. Her ability to crash the boards on both ends (six offensive rebounds) gave the Saints multiple second-chance opportunities that helped them maintain control throughout the contest. Guard Shayla Dede added 11 points, seven rebounds, and two assists in a strong two-way showing, while freshman forward Zariah Todd contributed five rebounds and four points in 26 minutes.
Off the bench, Isabella Jaramillo delivered an important spark, tallying seven points, seven rebounds, and three assists in 20 minutes. Her efficiency at the free throw line (4-for-4) and active defensive presence helped sustain OLLU’s momentum whenever the starters rested. Aniyah Andrews also added three points and four rebounds, while Amya Miller-Singleton and Anissa Cardona chipped in valuable minutes.
As a team, the Saints shot 44.1 percent from the field and outrebounded Huston-Tillotson 46–26, including a 16–10 edge on the offensive glass. Their defensive intensity forced 16 turnovers and held the Rams to just 27.5 percent shooting overall and 23.5 percent from three-point range.The Rams struggled to find rhythm against OLLU’s tight perimeter defense and physical play in the post.
With the victory, OLLU continued to demonstrate the depth and discipline that have become trademarks of its program. The Saints ability to combine efficient scoring with relentless rebounding and teamwork positions them as a formidable force as the season progresses. The Saints will be back in action
The final RRAC Women’s Soccer Players of the Week were announced today. Our Lady of the Lake (Texas) won both awards – Offensive Player of the Week – Hannah Brookfield and Defensive Player of the Week – London Suarez for Nov. 3-9.
RRAC Offensive Player of the Week – Hannah Brookfield – Our Lady of the Lake University
Graduate student Hannah Brookfield scored two goals against Texas A&M-Victoria. She took two shots, both on goal.
Additional nominees: Genevieve Colon from North American (Texas) and Desiree Narvaez from Texas A&M-Texarkana
RRAC Defensive Player of the Week – London Suarez – Our Lady of the Lake University
Senior keeper London Suarez earned her second consecutive award as she guided her team to a 4-0 shutout over Texas A&M-Victoria. She recorded three saves for the Saints.
Additional nominees: Arely Sarabia from NAU and Layla Anaya from TAMUT
The 2025 RRAC Women’s Soccer Championship Tournament is set to continue this week. The semifinal results from earlier today were LSU Shreveport 2-0 over LSU Alexandria and Xavier 3-2 over OLLU. The Pilots and Gold Rush advance to the finals on Nov. 12 at 1 p.m. on the campus of TAMUT.
| Date | Offensive | Defensive |
| Aug. 18-24 | Brooklyn Lattier (TAMUT) | Salka Hrafns (OLLU) |
| Aug. 25-31 | Samira Roper (XULA) | Luisa Bella (XULA) |
| Sept. 1-7 | Samira Roper (XULA) | Jamie Noriega (TAMUV) |
| Sept. 8-14 | Eleonora Diversi (OLLU) | Rosa Reyes (TAMUV) |
| Sept. 15-21 | Ayloni Garcia (TAMUV) | Abree Fry (TAMUV) |
| Sept. 22-28 | Desiree Narvaez (TAMUT) | Amelia Thompson ((XULA) |
| Sept. 29-Oct. 5 | Ayloni Garcia (TAMUV) | Jamie Noriega (TAMUV) |
| Oct. 6-12 | Mada Uriarte (LSUS) | Shakiana Dagher (XULA) |
| Oct. 13-19 | Jade Derks (LSUS) | Fenja Leibner (LSUA) |
| Oct. 20-26 | Samira Roper (XULA) | Luisa Bella (XULA) |
| Oct. 27-Nov. 2 | Leah Tapia (OLLU) | London Suarez (OLLU) |
| Nov. 3-9 | Hannah Brookfield (OLLU) | London Suarez (OLLU) |
Our Lady of the Lake University delivered a composed and confident performance as they swept Xavier (LA) to earn their place in tomorrow’s championship match. With a steady rhythm that grew stronger as the afternoon progressed, OLLU controlled the match 25–23, 28–26, 25–19, showcasing both resilience under pressure and the offensive balance that has defined their best volleyball this season.
OLLU’s attack was anchored by Anais Velazquez Figueroa, whose 17 kills on a .400 hitting percentage set the tone at the net. Mia Francis added 13 kills of her own, consistently finding ways to score even as rallies tightened. Setter Lauren Reynard guided the offense with precision, recording 38 assists while keeping Xavier’s block off balance. Her distribution allowed multiple hitters to find rhythm, helping OLLU outpace Xavier across all three sets.
Defensively, the Saints were steady and disciplined. Nicole Bir contributed key touches at the net with six block assists, and the back row, led by Reynard, Castillo, and Saldana, absorbed pressure and limited Xavier’s opportunities to sustain momentum. Though Xavier had moments of surge, especially behind the strong hitting of Taylor Parker and Kamea Uitenham, OLLU’s consistency and poise in late-set situations carried them through.
The Saints now advance to tomorrow’s championship match at 1:00 PM, where they will face the winner of Texas A&M–Texarkana and Louisiana Christian. After a controlled and confident semifinal performance, OLLU moves forward with momentum and a clear competitive edge as they prepare for their shot at the title.
The recent Maestro Entrepreneur Center event held on Friday, November 14th, brought together entrepreneurs, community partners, and business leaders to celebrate the transformative spirit of innovation that drives small businesses forward. As champions of opportunity and empowerment, Our Lady of the Lake University was proud to support and participate in this event, which aligns deeply with our values and mission.
Entrepreneurship reflects the very heart of the OLLU story—vision, determination, and the courage to create something meaningful for our community. For more than a century, OLLU has been a place where individuals with bold ideas and strong purpose come to grow, learn, and lead. Events like Maestro remind us that small businesses are more than economic engines; they are sources of creativity, resilience, and community identity.
The OLLU School of Business stands committed to preparing the next generation of ethical, community-minded entrepreneurs. Through hands-on learning, mentorship, and real-world business experiences, we empower students to turn their ideas into action and to contribute meaningfully to the world around them.
The Maestro Event served as a powerful reminder that when education and entrepreneurship intersect, our communities grow stronger. OLLU proudly continues to support local innovators and to cultivate a learning environment where business leadership is rooted in service, responsibility, and impact.
This is what it means to be a part of the OLLU community—where every great business story begins with purpose.
Looking to stay connected and make the most of your OLLU experience? The OLLU Events Calendar is your one-stop destination for everything happening on campus and beyond.
Whether you’re interested in:
📘 Academic and Professional Events
Workshops, lectures, career development sessions, academic deadlines, and more.
🎉 Student Life and Extracurricular Activities
Campus traditions, social events, cultural celebrations, and leadership opportunities.
🏛️ University-Sponsored Events
Major campus gatherings, community partnerships, performances, ceremonies, and special announcements.
You can find it all—updated regularly and easy to browse—on the OLLU website.
🔗 Visit the Events Calendar anytime at: OLLU Events
Stay informed, get involved, and make every week at the Lake meaningful! 💙
As a reminder, the OLLU community can submit their requests for website visibility through the request form.
Last month, Our Lady of the Lake University highlighted a meaningful collaboration between OLLU Biology students and Building Hope Together, a local nonprofit dedicated to supporting low-income senior citizens. As part of this community-engaged project, students visited the homes of elder residents to test water quality and assess environmental health concerns that may impact daily life.
We are proud to share that the project is now complete — and the students are ready to bring their findings back to the community they served.
To honor this partnership and ensure transparency in the scientific process, OLLU students will present their results during a community report-back event on Tuesday, November 18, at 8 a.m. in Metz 305. Seniors who participated in the study, leaders from Building Hope Together, and the student research teams will all be in attendance.
This gathering is more than a presentation; it is a celebration of shared learning, mutual respect, and the university’s commitment to community-rooted research. By engaging directly with local elders, students experienced firsthand how science can uplift and empower communities — a value deeply embedded in OLLU’s mission.
All who are interested are warmly invited to attend and support our students as they present the impact of their work.
Exciting upgrades are coming to Crave Café! As part of OLLU’s continued efforts to enhance campus dining convenience and improve the student experience, GRUBHUB ordering machines will be installed this week.
The installation will take place:
During this time, Crave Café will remain open, but visitors should anticipate temporary congestion, minor noise, and brief service adjustments as crews work to complete the installation.
We appreciate your patience and understanding as we take this important step to improve dining convenience on campus. Thank you for bearing with us during this brief transition—big things are brewing (and cooking!) at Crave Café!
