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Core Values of the Institution
Loyola Academy, Alwal is a Catholic and Jesuit Educational Institution for Higher Education
in Telangana, India that enjoys a distinguished heritage and Jesuit Tradition. Loyola
Academy is grounded in a 450-year-old educational tradition inspired by St. Ignatius of
Loyola, the founder of the Society of Jesus. Today, as a consequence of this long tradition,
we can identify a number values that inspirit our institution. At the core of this tradition are
certain transcendent intuitional values that are:
Ignatian Pedagogical Paradigm (IPP)
Loyola Academy applies Ignatian Pedagogical Paradigm (IPP), i.e., Learning through
Context, Experience, Reflection, Action and Evaluation. The paradigm reminds
faculty to build a reflective practice where students attempt to make meaning of their
learning and then move into action on what they have learned and evaluate the
success of the action to change their lives, by developing students' knowledge as well
as skills, guiding them to grow in wisdom and harmony, nurturing in them a deep
sense of right values, directing them in fostering healthy relationships, celebrating
with the diverse forms of faiths and culture, thus enabling them to develop as Holistic
individuals.
Pursuit of Academic Excellence
Academic excellence describes the great importance that Jesuits have placed on the
mind as a means for uncovering truth and discovering meaning. Loyola Academy’s
emphasis on academic excellence is reflected in the careful selection of faculty and
students, the quality of teaching and the importance of research on campus, and it has
led to our recognition as one of the top three colleges in the City.
AMDG
Ad Majorem Dei Gloriam Inque Hominum Salutem" (For the Greater Glory of God
and the Salvation of Humanity) is the motto of the Society of Jesus and of the college.
It means any work that is not evil, even one that would normally be considered
inconsequential to spiritual life, can be spiritually meritorious if it is performed in
order to give glory to God.
Magis
Magis is a Latin word that means "more" or "greater". Magis refers to the philosophy
of doing more for Christ, and therefore doing more for others. Magis is the value of
striving for the better, striving for excellence. Loyola Academy believes in Magis-
driven leadership. A Magis-driven leader is not content to go through the motions or
settle for the status quo but is restlessly inclined to look for something more,
something greater.
Cura Personalis
Cura Personalis translates as “Care of the Person”. Cura Personalis suggests
individualized attention to the needs of the other, distinct respect for his or her unique
circumstances and concerns, and an appropriate appreciation for his or her particular
gifts and insights.
Good Samaritanism
The parable of the Good Samaritan is a parable told by Jesus in the Gospel of Luke. It
is about a traveller who is stripped of clothing, beaten, and left half dead alongside the
road. First a priest and then a Levite comes by, but both avoid the man. Finally, a
Samaritan passing by helps the injured man, despite the fact that Samaritans and Jews
despised each other. Loyola Academy, through its various extension and social
outreach programmes aims at moulding a Good Samaritan in all its students.
Interreligious Understanding & Community in Diversity
Reflecting themes from the Second Vatican Council, the 34th General Congregation
of the Society of Jesus made a significant commitment to ecumenical and
interreligious engagement and understanding. As Loyola Academy comprises a wide
variety of religious traditions, the Interfaith Forum and the Campus Ministry of the
college supports Roman Catholic, Protestant, Orthodox Christian, Hindu, Muslim,
Sikh, Jain and Buddhist student groups.
Contemplation in Action
St. Ignatius believed that prayer and reflectivity should so guide our choices and
actions that our activity itself becomes a way of entering into union with and praising
God. Contemplation is a critical dimension of the spiritual life and it is reflected in
Loyola Academy’s commitment to daily prayer, Eucharistic worship and retreats.
Analogously, in the academic life, Loyola Academy believes that a spirit of
reflectivity is a critical aspect of intellectual inquiry.
Sustainable Development
Sustainable development can be classified as development that meets the needs of the
present without compromising the ability of future generations. Loyola Academy
views "the term 'sustainability' as humanity's target goal of human-ecosystem
equilibrium (homeostasis).
Forming Whole Persons of Solidarity for the Real World: Unity of Heart,
Mind and Soul
God created our mind, heart and soul to exist in cohesion with one another.
Developing the whole person and integrating all aspects of our lives into an
unwavering expression of character and heart is central to Jesuit pursuit. Therefore,
Loyola Academy places emphasis on developing the whole person and integrating all
aspects of their lives. The result of this kind of a unison is a whole person of solidarity
for the real world.
Women and Men for and With Others
Being engaged in community is a core value of the Jesuit tradition urging that all men
and women should share gifts generously, pursue justice, and show concern for the
poor and marginalized. Loyola Academy believes all people all have a responsibility
to make the world a better place for one another and a responsibility to care for one
another’s humanity by helping it flourish. Loyola Academy uses this value to broaden
students’ understanding of cultural and global differences and increase civic
engagement.
Forming & Educating Agents of Change
The Jesuit tradition believes in teaching behaviours that reflect critical thought and
responsible action on moral and ethical issues. Instead of shying away from using
intellect or growing in their understanding, they apply critical thought to every
pursuit, as it works together to illuminate a perspective of the world and culture
around them. Loyola Academy achieves this end by teaching behaviours that reflect
critical thought and responsible action on moral and ethical issues.