Our Lady of the Lake University
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Our Lady of the Lake University (OLLU) is a historic, private Catholic institution in San Antonio renowned for its deep commitment to social justice and its distinction as one of the nation's premier Hispanic-Serving Institutions. The university is academically anchored by the prestigious Worden School of Social Service—which established the first school of social work in Texas—alongside highly regarded programs in communication disorders, psychology, and business. On campus, students enjoy a vibrant, close-knit lakeside community on San Antonio’s historic West Side, where the student experience is defined by small class sizes, active service-learning, and competitive NAIA athletics. What truly sets OLLU apart is its legacy of empowering underserved populations, offering a highly personalized and supportive launchpad where more than 40 percent of the student body are the first in their families to attend college.
Wikipedia:Our Lady of the Lake University (OLLU), known locally as the Lake, is a private Catholic university in San Antonio, Texas, United States. It was founded in 1895 by the Sisters of Divine Providence, a religious institute originating in Lorraine, France, during the 18th century. The Texas chapter of the institute still sponsors the university. Our Lady of the Lake University was the first San Antonio institution of higher education to receive regional accreditation and its Worden School of Social Service is the oldest Social Work school in Texas.
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