The Memorial Mass for Loretta M. Morris, emeritus professor of sociology and Faculty Hall of Fame inductee, will take place Aug. 21, 2021, at 11 a.m. in Sacred Heart Chapel. Professor Morris passed away on April 8, 2020, after a long illness. She was 93 years old.
Professor Morris joined then-Loyola University as an associate professor in 1970, was promoted to professor in 1974, and retired in May 2005. Professor Morris was the first woman to be appointed chair of a Loyola University academic department; she served as chair of the Core Curriculum Committee (1984–1987); and she was a member of the Rank and Tenure Committee for several years.
She was inducted into the Faculty Hall of Fame in 2017 for her classes in cultural anthropology, sociology of marriage and the family, and for her pioneering work in the sociology of childhood.
Professor Morris was married to Richard Morris, retired adjunct professor and a longtime instructor in the Philosophy Department. Together, they were members of Alpha Sigma Nu and devoted nearly 50 years of teaching, engagement, and service to the university. As members of the Centennial Society, Casassa Society, and the LMU Heritage Association, the Morrises’ generous support and philanthropic legacy will ensure that future Lions will thrive for generations. The Mass will be open to the entire LMU community.
