Robert B. Lawton, S.J. (1999-2010)

Rev. Robert B. Lawton, S.J., served as the 14th president of Loyola Marymount University, leading the institution through a decade of remarkable growth and transformation. Under his leadership, LMU strengthened its academic programs, expanded its campus with new facilities, and significantly increased its endowment and national profile. Father Lawton was a beloved figure on campus, known for his intellectual depth, pastoral care, and unwavering commitment to the Jesuit educational tradition. His presidency helped shape LMU into a nationally recognized institution grounded in faith, justice, and academic excellence.