Southern University announced its Spring 2026 Commencement speakers: Harry Williams for graduates and Paula A. Shepherd for undergraduates. Ceremonies are open to all in May at F.G. Clark Activity Center.
LSU School of Veterinary Medicine announced expanded efforts addressing animal health challenges unique to Louisiana’s environment. The school outlined new facilities for wildlife care along with continued partnerships supporting disease prevention statewide.
Tristan Ilgenfritz transitioned from hairstyling to studying geology at Louisiana State University after seeking greater fulfillment in life. Now involved in research projects both locally and internationally, he encourages others not to let fear prevent them from pursuing new paths.
Southern University EDGE has joined a new national initiative focused on expanding collegiate esports at historically Black colleges and universities. The program offers expanded opportunities for student-gamers through partnerships with PlayVS and Urban One.
Louisiana State University brought together its campuses at the state capitol to highlight achievements in education, research, healthcare, and workforce development. Lawmakers proclaimed April 22 as LSU Day at the Capitol during an event featuring campus milestones.
Southern University hosted physicians from across Regions III and V during a landmark National Medical Association conference focused on healthcare justice. The event addressed health disparities through keynote speeches by national medical leaders. Organizers say it highlights HBCUs’ key role in shaping future healthcare professionals.
LSU Vet Med Dog Daycare shared details about its structured routines focused on individual dog care. Managers explained how playgroups are formed based on behavior observation rather than just size grouping.
The LSU Career Center has issued guidance on protecting personal data amid rising cyberattacks fueled by artificial intelligence advances. The recommendations include monitoring credit reports, using breach-checking tools, freezing credit files where appropriate, managing online footprints through Google tools, and employing safe words against deepfake scams.
Michelle Osborn at LSU has developed a new dynamic 3D skeletal model aimed at preventing joint damage in horses by analyzing posture and movement patterns. The tool could help both researchers and trainers design better therapies.
Louisiana State University has expanded its annual Earth Day celebration into an entire week focused on sustainability education and action. Activities include workshops on reusing materials, wellness events like goat yoga, large-scale planting projects at Himes Hall, recycling challenges during game days—and more—all designed to help students develop lifelong sustainable habits.