Michael Morrone '25

Michael Morrone '25
Major: Entrepreneurship
Involvements: Beta Theta Pi, Crimson Circle, Entrepreneurship Society, Special Games
Awards: Raymunde McKay, R.S.H.M. Award

When Michael Morrone ’25 transferred to Loyola Marymount University, he was ready to be closer to family. As a newcomer navigating an already close-knit community, he made the choice to get involved, show up, and fully immerse himself in the LMU experience. An entrepreneurship major from Los Angeles, Morrone quickly became a familiar face around campus. Whether he was supporting service events or taking part in LMU’s most cherished traditions, his passion for connection and service helped him find his place.

“I think anything has such a profound impact on you,” he shares. “I think the more effort you put in, the more you're obviously going to get out of it and stronger relationships are gonna build.” From participating in Crimson Circle Service Organization to leading in Special Games, Morrone has made a mark through a combination of drive, heart, and commitment to LMU’s values. He especially resonates with living a life of purpose, saying it reflects his hope to align his passion with meaningful impact after graduation.

When asked to reflect on campus traditions that Morrone is proud of being part of, it all pointed back to service and giving back. Being part of Special Games was the first one that came to mind, continuing his work with people with special needs that started in high school. “Being able to be a part of Special Games has always been extremely impactful.” To continue with the theme of reflecting, he noted that the retreats for Crimson Circle and his fraternity, Beta Theta Pi, were moments that he would never forget. Being able to get away from the bustle of L.A., put the phones away, and get to know his peers on a deeper level is an experience that you cannot recreate on the bluff.

As he is still deciding what is next for him after graduation, Morrone is filled with gratitude and pride. One word he used to describe his LMU experience was foundational. “I think that I was able to plant the right seeds and become the person that I wanted to be when I first got here.” Celebrating the highs and rewriting his story in the rocky times, Morrone has set the groundwork for the type of person that he wants to be in the future. 

Morrone had two pieces of advice to leave to future Lions. “Don’t be afraid to settle and don’t be afraid to fail,” he said. “The more good you can do in this world makes the world better.” He leaves the bluff living a fuller life of treating everyone with respect, and he truly enjoyed his college experience.