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OLLU Policies Site: Your Central Resource for University Policies
Dear OLLU Community,
The Office of Institutional Compliance (OIC) would like to remind all employees of the SharePoint OLLU Policies Site, our centralized resource for accessing University policies.
OLLU policies are organized by topic to make it easier to locate the guidance you need, including:
- Academic
- Compliance
- Culture
- Employment
- Financial
- Health & Safety
- IT
- Students
- University Operations
We encourage employees to become familiar with the site and refer to it whenever questions arise regarding University requirements, responsibilities, or procedures.
Questions About a Policy?
For questions regarding University policies or assistance identifying the appropriate policy or department, please contact the Office of Institutional Compliance at compliance@ollusa.edu. OIC will assist with your question or direct you to the appropriate University department.
For questions specifically regarding Academic Policies, Procedures, Guidelines & Statements, please contact Academic Affairs at AcademicAffairs@ollusa.edu.
Access the OLLU Policies Site:
OLLUPolicies – Home
Save the Date: OLLU Is Marching in El Dieciséis de Septiembre Parade!
Saturday, September 12, 2026
Get ready to represent the Saints! Our Lady of the Lake University will be marching in El Dieciséis de Septiembre Parade on Saturday, September 12, joining the Avenida Guadalupe Association’s longstanding celebration of Mexican-American history, culture and community.
This annual parade brings the community together in San Antonio’s historic Westside and celebrates the cultural heritage and history connected to Mexico’s independence and the region.
We Need Saints to Join the March!
OLLU is looking for faculty, staff, students, alumni and friends who would like to walk with the university and show their Saints pride.
Whether you’re a longtime participant or joining for the first time, this is a great opportunity to represent OLLU, connect with the community and celebrate our city’s rich cultural heritage.
SAVE THE DATE
📅 Saturday, September 12, 2026
📍 Avenida Guadalupe / San Antonio’s Historic Westside
💙💛 Represent OLLU. Walk with the Saints.
Want to Volunteer and March With OLLU?
For information about joining the OLLU contingent, contact:
Jesse Harasta
Director, Center for Service-Learning and Volunteerism
(210) 431-3990
joharasta@ollusa.edu
Come march with us and show San Antonio what it means to be a Saint!
A New Year, A Shared Mission: OLLU Welcomes 2026–27 at Faculty/Staff Convocation
Our Lady of the Lake University officially welcomed the 2026–27 academic year with Faculty/Staff Convocation, bringing together faculty and staff to celebrate OLLU’s accomplishments, recognize outstanding service and look ahead to the year ahead.
The gathering provided an opportunity for the university community to reflect on the progress and achievements of the past year while preparing for the opportunities and priorities that will shape the new academic year.
During the program, President Chávez shared remarks on what the OLLU community can expect in 2026–27, highlighting the university’s continued momentum and the important work ahead. The event also celebrated university accomplishments and the collective contributions of faculty and staff who help advance OLLU’s mission each day.
Celebrating Service to OLLU
A special part of the celebration was the recognition of this year’s Service Award recipients:
- Dr. Heather Herrera
- Newman Wong
- Gianno Gomez
- Veronica Martinez Borrell
Their dedication and contributions to the university were recognized as part of the celebration, honoring the important role employees play in strengthening the OLLU community.
Let the Games Begin: OLLU Lotería
The convocation also introduced a little friendly competition with the first-ever OLLU Lotería game.
Bringing a uniquely OLLU twist to a beloved tradition, the game gave faculty and staff an opportunity to connect, have fun and celebrate the university community in a new way.
From recognizing those who have dedicated their talents to OLLU to looking ahead to the year to come—and even playing a little Lotería—Faculty/Staff Convocation set the tone for 2026–27: a year of connection, accomplishment and continued momentum.
Here’s to a new academic year and another year of moving OLLU forward—together.
A Day to Remember: Welcoming the Class of 2026
August 14 was a day filled with excitement, connection and Saints pride as Our Lady of the Lake University welcomed its newest students and their families to campus.
The day’s activities, including Camp Blue Nation and New Student Convocation, marked an important milestone for OLLU’s incoming class as students officially began their journey as Saints. Family members and friends joined them on campus, helping create an energetic and welcoming atmosphere from the moment they arrived.
One of the day’s most meaningful traditions was the Providence Path, where faculty, staff and parents lined the halls of the Main Building to cheer, encourage and welcome students as they made their way through campus. The longstanding tradition offers a powerful reminder that OLLU is a community invested in the success of every Saint.
Following the Providence Path, students and their families gathered in the Mall area for a welcome reception filled with food, games and opportunities to connect with members of the OLLU community.
The incoming class also came together for a class photo, capturing the beginning of what will become a memorable chapter of their OLLU experience. Parents participated in a parent orientation, providing families with important information and resources as they begin this new journey alongside their students.
From the cheers along Providence Path to the conversations, games and celebrations throughout the day, August 14 was more than an orientation—it was a celebration of becoming a Saint.
Welcome to OLLU, Class of 2026! We’re glad you’re here.
New Saints Get a First-Bite Bonus
Welcome to the Saints community—and now there’s a little extra incentive to get connected!
First-time Grubhub users can receive 50% off their first on-campus pickup order with code FIRSTBITE50, with maximum savings of $7. Terms apply.
It’s an easy way for new users to give Grubhub a try, grab a bite on campus and discover a convenient option for ordering food.
Keep an eye out for free GRUBHUB merch coming soon!
New account. First bite. 50% off.
1,608 Saints and Counting: OLLU Builds Momentum Toward 1,800
OLLU’s Fall 2026 enrollment momentum continues to grow, with 1,608 students now enrolled as the university works toward its goal of 1,800 Saints. That puts OLLU just 192 students away from reaching this year’s enrollment goal.
This progress reflects the collective effort of the OLLU community. Faculty and staff, students, alumni, coaches and ambassadors all contribute to helping prospective students discover what makes OLLU a place to learn, grow and belong.
As we approach the start of the new academic year, every connection continues to matter. A conversation with a prospective student, a referral to a family member or friend, sharing an OLLU experience, welcoming a visitor to campus or helping someone navigate their next step can make a meaningful difference.
1,608 enrolled. 1,800 is the goal. 192 Saints to go.
We have made significant progress, and there is still work to do. Let’s keep the momentum moving forward and continue sharing the OLLU story with the students and families who are looking for their next chapter.
Every connection creates an opportunity. Every Saint helps move us closer to 1,800.
Together, let’s finish strong.
McNair Scholar Recognized for Undergraduate Research
McNair Scholar Francisco Barraza Segura was recognized for his outstanding research presentation at the UT San Antonio Undergraduate Research Summer Showcase, earning third place in the Oral Presentation category.
Francisco presented his research, titled “A Deep-Agent Cyber Investigation System Using Event-Centric Graph Learning for Red-Team Detection and Lateral-Movement Analysis.”
A Computer Information Systems & Security major with a minor in Environmental Science & Sustainability, Francisco’s research focuses on applying machine learning techniques to develop optimized predictive models for cybersecurity and data analysis applications.
His achievement highlights the depth and impact of undergraduate research at OLLU and the dedication of our students to advancing knowledge in innovative fields.
Congratulations, Francisco, on this outstanding accomplishment!
Save the Date! The Undergraduate Research Symposium: November 19, 2026
OLLU Is Making History: San Antonio’s First College Flag Football Team Takes the Field
A new era of women’s athletics is coming to Our Lady of the Lake University.
Our Lady of the Lake University is once again breaking new ground. This fall, OLLU will launch San Antonio’s first college women’s flag football program, positioning the Saints at the forefront of one of the fastest-growing sports in the country.
The new program is more than an addition to OLLU Athletics—it represents opportunity, innovation and the university’s commitment to creating new pathways for students to learn, compete and succeed.
Flag football is experiencing tremendous growth nationwide. More than 60 NAIA schools are expected to sponsor programs during the 2026–27 academic year, while the NCAA anticipates more than 100 schools will offer the sport. With flag football also headed for its Olympic debut in 2028, the timing could not be better for the Saints to step onto the field.
OLLU’s inaugural roster reflects that growing national reach, bringing together student-athletes from Florida, California, Nevada, Louisiana, New York and Texas. The team will begin competition with an 18-game spring schedule featuring opponents from across Texas, along with two tournaments.
For OLLU, the program also represents another way to attract talented students to the university and strengthen the connection between athletics and academic opportunity.
We’re not just watching the future of women’s sports—we’re helping build it.
The Saints are ready to make history, and we can’t wait to see them take the field.
Read the full story below.