Loyola University Chicago Names First Nonordained President

Loyola University Chicago has announced Jo Ann Rooney as its new president, the first woman and first nonordained church member to assume that role.  Rooney takes over the post following the university's nearly yearlong search for its 24th leader. Rooney succeeds John Pelissero, a political science professor, who has been serving as interim president since July following the resignation of the Rev. Michael J. Garanzini.  Garanzini stepped down last June after 14 years in the position.