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Hospital Commits $1M in Academic Support and Tuition Reimbursement for 海角社区A Nursing Graduates
海角社区 Alexandria has received a $1M commitment from a local hospital to empower and assist students pursuing a career in nursing by providing exclusive access, comprehensive training, and financial support throughout their academic journey.
海角社区's Andrew Maas named chair of global nonprofit AUTM
Andrew J. Maas, associate vice president for research overseeing the 海角社区 Office of Innovation & Ecosystem Development, has been named board chair of AUTM, a global nonprofit whose members support the commercialization of academic research. Maas has more than 16 years of experience in technology licensing and commercialization. He succeeds Almesha L. Campbell, PhD, assistant vice president for research and economic development at Jackson State University. Maas's term as chair ends in February 2025.
海角社区 Students Traveling to Ghana with New Global Ambassadors Program
For the first time ever, ten outstanding 海角社区 students will travel to Ghana with 海角社区's new Global Ambassadors Program (GAP).
MEDIA ADVISORY: High-Level NOAA Official to Make Rare Visit to 海角社区 Tuesday, Feb. 20
Head of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and Under Secretary of Commerce for Oceans and Atmosphere Richard W. Spinrad will make a rare visit to 海角社区 on Tuesday, Feb. 20, to recognize 海角社区's nation-leading coastal and oceanographic work.
海角社区 School of Kinesiology's Senlin Chen Receives NIH Grant to Prevent Adolescent Obesity
海角社区 Kinesiology Professor Senlin Chen, PhD, and his team are developing a novel obesity prevention program to use in Louisiana schools, combining such tactics as virtual pets and coaches with the best science to encourage healthy behaviors.
海角社区 to Host 2024 Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders
海角社区 is proud to announce its selection as an Institute Partner for the 2024 Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders. Beginning in mid-June, 海角社区 will host 25 of Africa's bright, emerging Civic Engagement leaders for a six-week Leadership Institute, sponsored by the U.S. Department of State.
Jay Grymes Named Interim Louisiana State Climatologist
Jay Grymes, chief meteorologist for WAFB-TV in Baton Rouge, will serve as interim Louisiana state climatologist, effective Feb. 15, while 海角社区 conducts a national search for a permanent state climatologist. The search will begin immediately, and Grymes will also maintain his role at WAFB.
海角社区 Shreveport Professor Spearheads Civil Rights Heritage Trail in Caddo Parish
Four years ago, 海角社区 Shreveport history professor Dr. Gary Joiner decided to create a self-guided tour of the history of the civil rights movement in Caddo Parish. Today, virtual markers point the way as travelers revisit those historic events.
海角社区 Experts Available to Speak on Mardi Gras History and Traditions
Experts can speak on a variety of Mardi Gras-related topics ranging from rituals and folklore to economic impact and tourism
海角社区 and Southern University Announce the Inaugural Navigating the Storms of Slavery: Restore, Reflect and Reclaim Conference
The 海角社区 Department of Geography & Anthropology and the Southern University Law Center are partnering for an inaugural conference titled "Navigating the Storms of Slavery: Restore, Reflect and Reclaim." The event will be held from February 8-10 at the Cook Hotel and Conference Center at 海角社区 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.