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Lafayette Parish School Superintendent and district leaders presented their annual State of the District Address on Wednesday evening at Lafayette High School, reviewing accomplishments from the past year and outlining priorities for the current school year.
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The Lafayette Economic Development Authority and South Louisiana Community College have been recognized with a national Silver Award from the International Economic Development Council for their workforce training program, Skill Up for Economic Resilience. This recognition highlights the success of the joint initiative in preparing local workers for quality employment opportunities.
Read moreTameka Johnson, associate coach of the Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns women's basketball team, has been selected for induction into the Louisiana High School Athletic Association Hall of Fame. This recognition honors her contributions to high school athletics in Louisiana.
Read moreUniversity of Louisiana at Lafayette's president is proposing an ambitious plan to nearly double enrollment over the next decade, a significant growth strategy aimed at addressing the university's budget challenges at a time when most colleges are experiencing little to no growth.
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The Louisiana Department of Health has signed a three-year contract with Southern University and A&M College to expand suicide prevention training and awareness across the state. This partnership aims to broaden access to suicide prevention education and resources throughout Louisiana.
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One Acadiana held its 1A ConnectEd Update to strengthen connections between educators and employers in preparation for new jobs coming to the region through major economic development projects. Business, education and community leaders gathered to discuss workforce needs and efforts to better prepare students for careers in Acadiana.
Read moreUniversity of Louisiana at Lafayette President Ramesh Kolluru announced the university has balanced its budget after previously projecting a significant deficit. Faculty members are questioning how the university achieved this dramatic turnaround in its financial situation.
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The University of Louisiana at Lafayette is seeking approval to name its baseball complex Tony Robichaux Park to honor the legendary winningest baseball coach in Louisiana collegiate history. The university is also requesting that the baseball stadium club be named for the Russo family.
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The State Library of Louisiana has launched Homework Louisiana, a free online tutoring service available to students as they return to school. This resource provides academic support to students across Louisiana through the state library system.
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SpaceX's planned move to the Acadiana region is prompting the University of Louisiana at Lafayette to align its academic programs and curriculum to prepare students for potential aerospace industry employment opportunities. University officials are actively engaging in academic initiatives to meet the workforce demands that the company's arrival will create.
Read moreUniversity of Louisiana at Lafayette is positioned to lead Louisiana's emerging space economy following a historic SpaceX announcement. UL Lafayette plans to educate the workforce, advance research, and help build the state's space industry through academic and research initiatives.
Read moreThe University of Louisiana at Lafayette is seeking approval to rename portions of its baseball complex to honor former head coach Tony Robichaux and the Rantz and Russo families. The university is proposing new names across the facility to recognize these significant contributors to the Ragin' Cajuns baseball program.
Read moreThe State Library of Louisiana is offering Homework Louisiana, a free online tutoring service that connects Louisiana families with expert tutors seven days a week. The service provides homework help and test preparation at no cost to residents across the state.
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Lafayette Parish schools have implemented a new ID scanning system for student school buses that provides families with real-time information about their child's bus ride and enhances safety measures. The technology gives parents better visibility into their student's transportation and adds an additional security layer to the busing process.
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The Turning Point USA chapter at the University of Louisiana has experienced significant growth, expanding from approximately 30 members to nearly 400 pledged students. The conservative student organization maintains an open-door policy welcoming students of all political backgrounds.
Read moreThe Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office (LPSO) and SoLAcc celebrated six graduates of their Technical Welding Program during a ceremony held Wednesday at the LPSO Public Safety Complex in Scott. The program provides workforce training in welding skills to local residents.
Read moreLafayette Parish Superintendent Francis Touchet conducted a three-day tour of the district's 44 schools to showcase construction projects and new facilities. The tour highlighted ongoing development while also raising discussions about competition with charter schools and concerns about Comeaux High School.
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Louisiana education leaders have approved new K-12 physical education standards following a comprehensive review that took over a year to complete. These updated standards will guide physical education curriculum across the state's public schools.
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University of Louisiana at Lafayette has achieved a balanced budget for the first time in over a decade, according to university President Ramesh Kolluru. The financial turnaround was announced during the State of the University address, which also outlined investments in faculty and staff.
Read moreUL Lafayette President Ramesh Kolluru shared his vision for the university's future at the State of the University address, emphasizing the institution's progress and commitment to financial stability and student success. The address highlighted the university's strategic priorities as it moves forward with its mission.
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A Louisiana education task force is examining the Minimum Foundation Program formula to assess whether current state funding levels adequately cover the cost of educating students. The review could potentially lead to changes in how public schools across the state are funded.
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The Louisiana Department of Health is warning about rising youth vaping, with data showing Louisiana ranks third nationally for high school vaping rates. Health officials are urging parents, teachers, and healthcare providers to educate young people about the risks associated with vaping.
Read moreThe Lafayette Parish School Board has engaged in contentious debate over employee insurance and benefits at a recent meeting, continuing an ongoing dispute about the school system's coverage policies.
Read moreA local school board voted narrowly to retain their current voluntary benefits provider, but the decision sparked significant tensions between board members and staff. The contentious vote highlighted disagreements over the benefits arrangement and management.
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