2025–26 Member Guidelines
Convened by LMU’s President, the Parent and Family Leadership Council (PFLC) is a vibrant community of families committed to elevating Loyola Marymount University through leadership, service, and philanthropy. Council members play a vital role in advancing LMU’s strategic vision by serving as ambassadors, advocates, and investors.
How Members Support LMU
PFLC members help shape the LMU experience for students and families by contributing in three key ways:
- Inspiring Philanthropy
Promote a culture of giving among parents and students to strengthen LMU’s ability to provide a transformational Jesuit education. - Fostering Connections
Host, attend, and support LMU events that bring families together — locally, regionally, and on campus — and help identify and engage new parent leaders and donors. - Engaging with University Leadership
Serve as an advisor to the Senior Vice President for Student Affairs and collaborate with university leadership on key issues that impact the student experience and parent community.
Term of Membership
Membership terms align with a student's enrollment at LMU and begin upon acceptance to the Council. Parents may be invited to join at any point during their student's undergraduate or graduate studies and are encouraged to remain involved as emeritus members following graduation. Terms are reviewed annually at the close of the fiscal year.
Council Meetings
PFLC members meet in person twice per academic year — once in the fall and once in the spring — with additional virtual gatherings as needed. These meetings offer members the opportunity to:
- Hear directly from senior leaders about university priorities
- Participate in strategic discussions
- Offer valuable feedback and insight on the LMU experience
Member Benefits and Courtesies
As a PFLC member, you'll enjoy unique opportunities to engage more deeply with the LMU community:
- Share feedback to help shape the student and family experience
- Strengthen communication between families and university leadership
- Connect with other LMU families, alumni, and supporters — locally and globally
- Attend exclusive events with key faculty and administrators
- Access premium programming for PFLC students
- Receive invitations to special LMU events across the country
- Families with cumulative giving of $100, 000+ will receive preferred Commencement seating when their student graduates
To learn more about joining the LMU Parent Council, contact us at parentcouncil@lmu.edu.