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A University of Louisiana at Lafayette professor has been recognized as one of North America's top geoscientists, earning a prestigious honor that reflects the university's research excellence. This recognition highlights UL's contribution to scientific advancement in the region.
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Senator John Kennedy announced that Louisiana's historically Black colleges and universities will receive $14.2 million in federal funding from the U.S. Department of Education. This statewide investment supports HBCUs across Louisiana, including institutions that serve students from the Acadiana region.
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LSU Eunice has enrolled 4,698 students for Fall 2026, breaking its enrollment record for the third consecutive year and becoming the first time in school history to exceed 4,000 students. The enrollment represents a 22.92% increase from the previous year, reflecting growing demand for the university's programs.
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Six Acadiana schools, including Carencro High School in Lafayette Parish, won funding for football field and facility upgrades through T-Mobile's Friday Night 5G Lights national competition. Each school received a $5,000 prize to improve their athletic facilities.
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The Vermilion Parish School System is preparing for long-term impacts from SpaceX's development plans on Pecan Island. District officials are evaluating staffing needs, facility capacity, and new instructional programming to accommodate the expected economic and population changes from the aerospace company's arrival.
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Franklin Senior High School is implementing new security measures for Friday's homecoming event, including stationed law enforcement officers at entry points and grounds, and a clear bag policy at all entrances to ensure student and attendee safety.
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Louisiana's Governor's Office of Human Trafficking Prevention has launched PlaySafe Louisiana, a free online game teaching children ages 10-16 how to recognize and avoid online predators. The game uses realistic scenarios to help students identify grooming tactics and dangerous behavior in online gaming environments.
Read moreThe University of Louisiana at Lafayette experienced a decline in enrollment, threatening its ambitious growth plan to reach 27,500 students by 2035. The university has been relying on enrollment growth to help address its financial challenges. The declining numbers raise questions about whether UL can meet its enrollment targets and financial goals.
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Louisiana state leaders have established new safeguards to protect university research from foreign espionage and interference. The measures were discussed at a Wednesday meeting as the state prepares implementation. These protections will affect universities across Louisiana, including those in the Acadiana region.
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Evangeline Parish School Board members are addressing staff concerns about the future of the annual 13th check bonus, which is not a mandatory requirement for the district. While the exact status of the year-end bonus remains unclear, the board has denied rumors that the payment will be eliminated.
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NASA Deputy System Manager Stephen Damico, a 1999 University of Louisiana graduate with a mechanical engineering degree, returned to campus Monday to speak about his three-decade aerospace career in human spaceflight. His visit highlights the university's connection to the space industry and the accomplishments of its alumni.
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The St. Martin Parish School Board remains under federal court oversight more than 60 years after a desegregation lawsuit was filed in 1965. Attorneys continue to work through issues tied to the decades-old case, Thomas v. St. Martin Parish School Board, as the district navigates ongoing compliance with federal desegregation orders.
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A team of master's degree students from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette's School of Geosciences placed second in the 2026 Imperial Barrel Award Competition, an international oil exploration competition. The five-student team competed against universities worldwide in identifying optimal drilling locations for oil companies.
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Louisiana State University Eunice has announced the creation of a new college within the institution and appointed its first dean. This expansion represents a significant organizational change for the regional university, strengthening its academic structure and program offerings for students in the Acadiana area.
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Alysia Messa has been named the new Director of Risk Management for the Lafayette Parish School System. This administrative appointment helps the school system manage insurance, safety, and liability matters. Messa's appointment was announced by school officials.
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Opelousas schools are implementing a new 2,000-foot buffer zone around school campuses to combat drug use, particularly marijuana, among students. The regulation is set to take effect for the upcoming academic year and aims to provide a mechanism for preventing dangerous substances from reaching school grounds.
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New Louisiana legislation that took effect August 1 significantly increases penalties for making threats against schools or school functions, imposing fines up to $15,000 and jail time. State Rep. Johnson from District 27 championed the law in response to a surge in school threats approximately a year ago that disrupted operations across local campuses in the Lafayette area.
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LSU's potential expulsion from the Southeastern Conference will not be discussed at the SEC presidents' meeting scheduled for Thursday, according to recent reports. This development suggests a delay in any formal action regarding LSU's membership status within the conference.
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The University of Louisiana at Lafayette has received a $2.1 million grant from the Louisiana Department of Health to support efforts to improve healthcare services and outcomes in rural communities throughout Louisiana. This funding is part of a state initiative focused on expanding health care access in underserved rural areas.
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University of Louisiana at Lafayette is positioning itself to capitalize on SpaceX's planned development of Starbase Louisiana in Vermilion Parish. UL Lafayette's existing space research expertise and programs could create new career opportunities for students in the growing aerospace industry.
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LSU faces a potential expulsion vote from the SEC after the conference filed a legal amendment ahead of a September 10 meeting to determine the university's membership status. The amendment is part of an ongoing lawsuit against several LSU leaders.
Read moreLafayette Parish School System is addressing declining enrollment through infrastructure improvements and better facilities. Superintendent Francis Touchet outlined plans to enhance the district's competitiveness during his state of the district address.
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Eunice residents are considering splitting from the St. Landry Parish School Board following the closure of Central Middle School. However, a state financial audit indicates that forming a standalone Eunice school district would face significant revenue deficits.
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The SEC has filed a lawsuit against LSU and its leadership, alleging the university engaged in a deliberate and coordinated campaign to recruit professional athletes in violation of league rules. This extraordinary legal action targets one of the SEC's founding members and represents a significant enforcement action by the conference.
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