Centennial Society

Founded in 2011, the Centennial Society honors the generosity of individuals, couples, families and organizations for their unwavering dedication to LMU through substantial cumulative lifetime giving. The threshold for induction into the Centennial Society is the provision of cash or commitments totaling $1 million or more.

As a Centennial Society member, you’re invited to experience LMU in ways few others can. Enjoy private campus tours, exclusive events, and special opportunities to meet students, faculty, and leadership. Perhaps you’d like to cheer on your favorite Lion team, or you’re interested in witnessing hands-on research in action.

It’s more than recognition. It’s a front-row seat to the difference you’re making and a meaningful way to stay involved in the life of the university. Thank you for helping strengthen and shape Loyola Marymount University.

Welcome to the Centennial Society

View Your Exclusive Benefits

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Private Tours

Interested in touring one of our schools, connecting with faculty and students, or a campus experience tailored just for you?

Schedule a private tour

A rendering of the planned Engineering Innovation Complex (EIC) on LMU's campus.

Behind-the-Scenes Access

Centennial Society members receive a first look at the exciting direction the university is headed, including strategic initiatives, capital projects, and new programs.

View EIC preliminary plans

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LMU Athletics Events

Coming soon! We're pleased to introduce our Centennial Basketball Night in the newly renovated Gersten Suite. Stay tuned for your invitation to a game on Dec. 28.

View full Athletics schedule

EGOT-winning singer-songwriter, actor, producer, activist, and philanthropist John Legend visits LMU's Global Conversations Series' host Professor Henry Louis Gates Jr. on LMU's Drollinger Stage.

Special Events and VIP Access

On occasion, you'll be invited to special events on campus such as theater productions, private tours, and book signings here on the bluff.

See a list of current events

A view of the William H. Hannon Library on LMU's campus.

William H. Hannon Library Access

Check out resources at the library with your own borrowing card or take a tour of one of our collections or pop-up exhibits.

See our collections

Members of the Centennial Society are recognized on the Centennial Wall centrally located on campus in front of the William H. Hannon Library.

Biannual Celebration

Members are recognized biannually on the Centennial Wall centrally located on campus in front of the William H. Hannon Library. Share what other events you’d like to see.

Share your thoughts

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Hosted Parking

As a Centennial Society member, you can enjoy hosted campus parking during your visits. This is a virtual system; therefore, there will be no physical parking passes.

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LMU's 17th President Thomas Poon, Ph.D., speaks at the first-year convocation to incoming students.

Stay Connected from Anywhere

Stay engaged no matter where you are. Enjoy livestreams of convocations and ceremonies, rewatch recordings of performances, or tune in to lectures and event series.

See virtual event options

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Engage with our Religious Community

Jesuit Community Experience

Join us for a noon mass in the Jesuit Community Chapel followed by lunch in the Jesuit dining room. Engage in meaningful conversations with featured Jesuits about their current work. Enjoy guided tours of the chapel and community areas. This is a unique opportunity to witness Jesuit life firsthand and foster a deeper understanding of their work, commitment to our mission, and their impactful, enduring legacy. 

To schedule your visit and share in this experience, please fill out this form. LMU’s Jesuit Community looks forward to welcoming you. 

CSJ Center for Reconciliation and Justice

Discover a powerful and engaging way to connect with the mission of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Orange through the CSJ Center for Reconciliation and Justice. The Center offers dynamic programming that brings critical social justice and spiritual topics to life. You can engage with this work right now by exploring events like the upcoming CSJ Symposium, or the unique Hidden Heroes Recognition event. From thought-provoking virtual performances to deep-dive conversations, these opportunities offer rich, interdisciplinary experiences perfect for anyone seeking to learn, reflect, and act for a more just world.

Religious of the Sacred Heart of Mary

Building on the legacy of the Religious of the Sacred Heart of Mary (R.S.H.M.) and the Marymount educational tradition, the Marymount Institute for Faith, Culture, and the Arts offers the community opportunities to explore the connections between faith, culture, and justice. As valued members of the Centennial Society, we look forward to inviting you to select Marymount Institute programs that reflect this mission and deepen your connection to LMU’s heritage, whether through events like the annual Mary Milligan, R.S.H.M., Lecture in Spirituality or an afternoon of transcendent beauty at Music@Marymount.

A new graduate celebrates after receiving her diploma at LMU's Commencement.

Your Impact, Our Story — Coming Soon

We’re unveiling a new semi-annual report dedicated exclusively for Centennial Society members, showcasing your philanthropy’s transformative impact on our students, faculty, and campus. From inspiring achievements to remarkable milestones, this is a celebration of what we’ve accomplished together. 

Your journey is part of LMU’s story. Whether you live nearby or across the globe, your voice has the power to connect and inspire. We invite you to share your experiences and insights with the LMU community. Click here to inquire about participating in interviews, speaking opportunities (virtual or in-person), or being profiled in our newsletters.