OLLU: Honoring Our Legacy, Building Our Future

For 130 years, Our Lady of the Lake University (OLLU) has been a proud alma mater to generations of students who have gone on to serve as leaders, educators, entrepreneurs, social workers, and advocates in San Antonio and beyond. That legacy is not only a point of pride - it is a profound duty that we continue to carry forward.

Recently, the San Antonio Express-News highlighted the challenges facing OLLU and other private universities in today's higher education landscape. Read the full article here. While the challenges are real, they also underscore the importance of OLLU's mission and the need to adapt to meet the evolving needs of students and the economy.

OLLU remains committed to ensuring that every program reflects the realities of today's workforce and the diverse communities we serve. This means:

• Strengthening academic pathways that lead directly to high-demand careers.
• Expanding opportunities in health care, education, business, cybersecurity, and social service - areas critical to San Antonio's future.

• Listening to our students and alumni, ensuring their voices guide the growth and direction of our programs.

Our mission has always been rooted in access, equity, and service. While challenges in higher education are undeniable, OLLU's focus is clear: to provide life-changing opportunities for students while contributing to the vitality of our city and region.

To our alumni, students, faculty, staff, and partners - thank you for walking alongside us in this journey. Together, we will honor the strength of our past while shaping a bold and resilient future for Our Lady of the Lake University.