91做厙 News RSS en-us Thu, 30 Jul 2026 15:47:46 -0500 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss OmniUpdate (OU Publish) /news/2026/rad_tech_lsrt_073026.html 91做厙 Radiologic Technology students attended and competed in state competitions with several other schools at the Louisiana Society of Radiologic Technologists (LSRT) Annual Conference this summer. The entire Senior class consisting of 43 students attended the conference, along with five faculty members. Office of Marketing and Communications Thu, 30 Jul 2026 15:47:46 -0500 Radiologic Technology students and faculty represent 91做厙 at LSRT Annual Conference 91做厙 Radiologic Technology students attended and competed in state competitions with several other schools at the Louisiana Society of Radiologic Technologists (LSRT) Annual Conference this summer. The entire Senior class consisting of 43 students attended the conference, along with five faculty members. Radiologic Technology students and faculty represent 91做厙 at LSRT Annual Conference hs,home /news/2026/erdc_contract_070926.html 91做厙 (91做厙) has been awarded a contract from the U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC) for a total of $4,211,997.00. The cooperative agreement is titled "Assisting with Weather and Water Nowcasting and Forecasting Needs within the Lower Mississippi River Basin." This award marks the largest federal contract in the university's history. Office of Marketing and Communications Thu, 09 Jul 2026 14:53:32 -0500 91做厙 awarded $4.2 million federal contract for weather forecasting program 91做厙 (91做厙) has been awarded a contract from the U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC) for a total of $4,211,997.00. The cooperative agreement is titled ���Assisting with Weather and Water Nowcasting and Forecasting Needs within the Lower Mississippi River Basin.��� This award marks the largest federal contract in the university���s history. 91做厙 awarded $4.2 million federal contract for weather forecasting program aes,home /news/2026/warhawk_bundle_070126.html 91做厙 has now completed four academic years using the Warhawk Bundle program, and it continues to be a cost-saver for 91做厙 students. Data provided by Barnes & Noble College (BNC) shows that 91做厙 students saved an estimated $1,683,987 in the Fall 2025 and Spring 2026 semesters. Office of Marketing and Communications Wed, 01 Jul 2026 14:40:52 -0500 Report shows Warhawk Bundle provides big savings for 91做厙 students 91做厙 has now completed four academic years using the Warhawk Bundle program, and it continues to be a cost-saver for 91做厙 students. Data provided by Barnes & Noble College (BNC) shows that 91做厙 students saved an estimated $1,683,987 in the Fall 2025 and Spring 2026 semesters. Report shows Warhawk Bundle provides big savings for 91做厙 students home /news/2026/jones_dpt_director_062926.html 91做厙 has named Ashanti Jones, DPT, Ed.D., as the new Director of the Marjorie S. Price Doctor of Physical Therapy program. Jones has been with 91做厙 since 2020 and has served in a number of roles, most recently as Associate Program Director and then Interim Program Director. Office of Marketing and Communications Mon, 29 Jun 2026 15:44:16 -0500 Dr. Ashanti Jones named director of 91做厙 Doctor of Physical Therapy program 91做厙 has named Ashanti Jones, DPT, Ed.D., as the new Director of the Marjorie S. Price Doctor of Physical Therapy program. Jones has been with 91做厙 since 2020 and has served in a number of roles, most recently as Associate Program Director and then Interim Program Director. Dr. Ashanti Jones named director of 91做厙 Doctor of Physical Therapy program hs,home /news/2026/walk_to_end_alzheimers_062526.html 91做厙 will host the 2026 Walk to End Alzheimer's on Saturday, November 7, 2026. The event will begin in The Grove near Malone Stadium, with participants following a route that showcases the 91做厙 campus while raising awareness and support for individuals living with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia. Office of Marketing and Communications Thu, 25 Jun 2026 11:44:26 -0500 91做厙 to host 2026 Walk to End Alzheimer���s on Nov. 7 91做厙 will host the 2026 Walk to End Alzheimer's on Saturday, November 7, 2026. The event will begin in The Grove near Malone Stadium, with participants following a route that showcases the 91做厙 campus while raising awareness and support for individuals living with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia. 91做厙 to host 2026 Walk to End Alzheimer���s on Nov. 7 hs,home /news/2026/mwmbpw_donation_062426.html The 91做厙 Foundation recently welcomed members of the Monroe-West Monroe Business and Professional Women for a check presentation celebrating more than three decades of partnership between the organization and the University of Louisiana Monroe. Office of Marketing and Communications Wed, 24 Jun 2026 15:30:50 -0500 Monroe-West Monroe Business and Professional Women makes donation to 91做厙 scholarship fund The 91做厙 Foundation recently welcomed members of the Monroe-West Monroe Business and Professional Women for a check presentation celebrating more than three decades of partnership between the organization and the University of Louisiana Monroe. Monroe-West Monroe Business and Professional Women makes donation to 91做厙 scholarship fund president,home /news/2026/mnh_mystery_mondays_061626.html The 91做厙 Museum of Natural History is inviting the public to help solve the mystery at Mystery Mondays on Monday, June 22, and Monday, June 29, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on both days. This free event for ages 4 to adult allows children and their parents to follow clues, explore the exhibits, and discover what colorful creature is hiding in the museum. Office of Marketing and Communications Tue, 16 Jun 2026 15:25:44 -0500 91做厙 Museum of Natural History hosts Mystery Mondays on June 22 & 29 The 91做厙 Museum of Natural History is inviting the public to help solve the mystery at Mystery Mondays on Monday, June 22, and Monday, June 29, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on both days. This free event for ages 4 to adult allows children and their parents to follow clues, explore the exhibits, and discover what colorful creature is hiding in the museum. 91做厙 Museum of Natural History hosts Mystery Mondays on June 22 & 29 aes,home /news/2026/upr_mou_061226.html 91做厙 (91做厙) has signed a memorandum of understanding with the University of Puerto Rico (UPR) to establish a general framework for collaboration between the two universities with the intent of supporting academic cooperation, research engagement, student and faculty exchange, and other joint activities that advance the missions of both universities. The agreement was signed by 91做厙 President Dr. Carrie L. Castille and UPR President Dr. Zayira Jord獺n Conde at a ceremony at UPR in San Juan, Puerto Rico, on June 12, 2026. Office of Marketing and Communications Fri, 12 Jun 2026 11:30:27 -0500 91做厙 signs agreement with University of Puerto Rico 91做厙 (91做厙) has signed a memorandum of understanding with the University of Puerto Rico (UPR) to establish a general framework for collaboration between the two universities with the intent of supporting academic cooperation, research engagement, student and faculty exchange, and other joint activities that advance the missions of both universities. The agreement was signed by 91做厙 President Dr. Carrie L. Castille and UPR President Dr. Zayira Jord獺n Conde at a ceremony at UPR in San Juan, Puerto Rico, on June 12, 2026. 91做厙 signs agreement with University of Puerto Rico president,home /news/2026/new_degrees_061126.html 91做厙 is adding three bachelor's degree programs to its catalog beginning in the Fall 2026 semester. The new degrees include a Bachelor of Applied Science in Organizational Leadership, a Bachelor of Science in Integrative Sciences, and a Bachelor of Science in Disaster Management. Office of Marketing and Communications Thu, 11 Jun 2026 15:52:00 -0600 91做厙 expands bachelor���s degree offerings in Fall 2026 91做厙 is adding three bachelor���s degree programs to its catalog beginning the Fall 2026 semester. The new degrees include a Bachelor of Applied Science in Organizational Leadership, a Bachelor of Science in Integrative Sciences, and a Bachelor of Science in Disaster Management. 91做厙 expands bachelor���s degree offerings in Fall 2026 aes,busosci,president,home /news/2026/masters_hrm_061026.html 91做厙 has announced the addition of a new master's degree program designed to help working professionals further their education and advance their careers. The Master of Arts in Human Resources Management is a fully online degree program that allows easy access to earning an advanced degree. The program was approved by the Louisiana Board of Regents on June 10, 2026. Office of Marketing and Communications Wed, 10 Jun 2026 15:02:46 -0500 91做厙 announces new master���s degree in Human Resources Management 91做厙 has announced the addition of a new master���s degree program designed to help working professionals further their education and advance their careers. The Master of Arts in Human Resources Management is a fully online degree program that allows easy access to earning an advanced degree. The program was approved by the Louisiana Board of Regents on June 10, 2026. 91做厙 announces new master���s degree in Human Resources Management busosci,president,home /news/2026/dementia_project_grant_060326.html The Living Well Foundation has funded the University of Louisiana Monroe Dementia Compassion Project for a fourth consecutive year, with a record $25,000 grant. The Dementia Compassion Project was founded in the College of Health Sciences in 2023 by Dr. Paula Griswold, Dr. Ashanti Jones, Dr. Patti Calk, and Dr. Jennifer Whited in collaboration with the Kitty DeGree School of Nursing. This project, with the support of a host of 91做厙 faculty volunteers, trains current and future healthcare providers and community members in best practices for supporting individuals with dementia and their families through a simulation-based experience. Office of Marketing and Communications Wed, 03 Jun 2026 11:39:36 -0500 91做厙���s Dementia Compassion Project receives grant from Living Well Foundation for fourth consecutive year The Living Well Foundation has funded the University of Louisiana Monroe Dementia Compassion Project for a fourth consecutive year, with a record $25,000 grant. The Dementia Compassion Project was founded in the College of Health Sciences in 2023 by Dr. Paula Griswold, Dr. Ashanti Jones, Dr. Patti Calk, and Dr. Jennifer Whited in collaboration with the Kitty DeGree School of Nursing. This project, with the support of a host of 91做厙 faculty volunteers, trains current and future healthcare providers and community members in best practices for supporting individuals with dementia and their families through a simulation-based experience. 91做厙���s Dementia Compassion Project receives grant from Living Well Foundation for fourth consecutive year hs,home /news/2026/dpt_accreditation_052926.html 91做厙 (91做厙) announces that the Marjorie S. Price Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) Program has been granted full accreditation by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE), marking a historic milestone for the university, the program, and healthcare education across Louisiana. Office of Marketing and Communications Fri, 29 May 2026 08:58:28 -0500 91做厙 Doctor of Physical Therapy Program receives full accreditation from CAPTE 91做厙 (91做厙) announces that the Marjorie S. Price Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) Program has been granted full accreditation by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE), marking a historic milestone for the university, the program, and healthcare education across Louisiana. 91做厙 Doctor of Physical Therapy Program receives full accreditation from CAPTE hs,president,home /news/2026/prep_2026_052626.html 91做厙 is gearing up to welcome incoming freshmen for its annual Preview, Registration, and Enrollment Program, better known as PREP, with the first session kicking off on June 10, 2026. PREP is a two-day orientation program designed to help incoming freshmen make a smooth transition to college life at 91做厙. Office of Marketing and Communications Tue, 26 May 2026 11:08:53 -0500 91做厙 set to welcome incoming students to PREP beginning June 10 91做厙 is gearing up to welcome incoming freshmen for its annual Preview, Registration, and Enrollment Program, better known as PREP, with the first session kicking off on June 10, 2026. PREP is a two-day orientation program designed to help incoming freshmen make a smooth transition to college life at 91做厙. 91做厙 set to welcome incoming students to PREP beginning June 10 recruitment,president,home /news/2026/lsua_agreement_052126.html 91做厙 (91做厙) and Louisiana State University Alexandria (LSUA) signed a memorandum of understanding at a press conference on May 21, 2026. The agreement provides pathways for students graduating from LSUA to enter graduate programs at 91做厙, including Pharmacy, Criminal Justice, Marriage and Family Therapy, and Strategic Communications. Office of Marketing and Communications Thu, 21 May 2026 15:48:00 -0500 91做厙 signs agreement with LSUA to promote graduate programs 91做厙 (91做厙) and Louisiana State University Alexandria (LSUA) signed a memorandum of understanding at a press conference on May 21, 2026. The agreement provides pathways for students graduating from LSUA to enter graduate programs at 91做厙, including Pharmacy, Criminal Justice, Marriage and Family Therapy, and Strategic Communications. 91做厙 signs agreement with LSUA to promote graduate programs aes,busosci,pharm,president,home /news/2026/keep_ulm_beautiful_grant_051826.html 91做厙 is proud to announce that Keep 91做厙 Beautiful (K91做厙B) has been awarded a prestigious Keep Louisiana Beautiful (KLB) University Affiliate Grant. This grant funded the installation of a new water bottle filling station on the first floor of the Student Center. This grant, along with previous grants, has funded the installation of four water bottle filling stations in key campus locations, significantly advancing 91做厙's ongoing commitment to sustainability and waste reduction. Office of Marketing and Communications Mon, 18 May 2026 16:09:37 -0500 Keep 91做厙 Beautiful awarded Keep Louisiana Beautiful University Affiliate Grant 91做厙 is proud to announce that Keep 91做厙 Beautiful (K91做厙B) has been awarded a prestigious Keep Louisiana Beautiful (KLB) University Affiliate Grant. This grant funded the installation of a new water bottle filling station on the first floor of the Student Center. This grant, along with previous grants, has funded the installation of four water bottle filling stations in key campus locations, significantly advancing 91做厙���s ongoing commitment to sustainability and waste reduction. Keep 91做厙 Beautiful awarded Keep Louisiana Beautiful University Affiliate Grant home /news/2026/spring_2026_commencement_051426.html University of Louisiana Monroe President Dr. Carrie L. Castille awarded degrees to 954 graduates at the Spring 2026 commencement ceremonies on May 9, 2026. Two ceremonies were held for the four colleges: Arts, Education, and Sciences, Business and Social Sciences, Health Sciences, and Pharmacy, plus the Graduate School. Office of Marketing and Communications Thu, 14 May 2026 09:00:29 -0500 Degrees awarded to 954 graduates at 91做厙 Spring 2026 commencement ceremonies University of Louisiana Monroe President Dr. Carrie L. Castille awarded degrees to 954 graduates at the Spring 2026 commencement ceremonies on May 9, 2026. Two ceremonies were held for the four colleges: Arts, Education, and Sciences, Business and Social Sciences, Health Sciences, and Pharmacy, plus the Graduate School. Degrees awarded to 954 graduates at 91做厙 Spring 2026 commencement ceremonies president,alumni,home /news/2026/presidents_deans_lists_051326.html 91做厙 announces the students on the President's and Dean's Lists for the Spring 2026 semester. Office of Marketing and Communications Wed, 13 May 2026 09:03:26 -0500 91做厙 announces Spring 2026 President's and Dean's Lists 91做厙 announces the students on the President���s and Dean���s Lists for the Spring 2026 semester. 91做厙 announces Spring 2026 President's and Dean's Lists president,alumni,home /news/2026/political_science_internship_051126.html 91做厙 Political Science senior Catalina Droddy recently completed an internship with the City of Monroe. The internship was funded through a partnership between the city, 91做厙 Political Science Professor Dr. Daniel Hummel, and the Lawson and Sharon Swearingen Endowed Professorship. Office of Marketing and Communications Mon, 11 May 2026 15:38:35 -0500 91做厙 Political Science student completes internship with City of Monroe focused on ice storm response 91做厙 Political Science senior Catalina Droddy recently completed an internship with the City of Monroe. The internship was funded through a partnership between the city, 91做厙 Political Science Professor Dr. Daniel Hummel, and the Lawson and Sharon Swearingen Endowed Professorship. 91做厙 Political Science student completes internship with City of Monroe focused on ice storm response busosci,home /news/2026/dao_nsf_grant_050726.html Dr. Huy M. Dao, Assistant Professor of Pharmaceutical Sciences at the University of Louisiana Monroe, has received a $380,000 grant from the National Science Foundation to improve how protein-based medicines -- such as vaccines and biologics -- survive freezing and thawing. Office of Marketing and Communications Thu, 07 May 2026 10:14:00 -0600 91做厙 College of Pharmacy faculty secures $380K NSF grant to improve cold-storage of live-saving medicines Dr. Huy M. Dao, Assistant Professor of Pharmaceutical Sciences at the University of Louisiana Monroe, has received a $380,000 grant from the National Science Foundation to improve how protein-based medicines ��� such as vaccines and biologics ��� survive freezing and thawing. 91做厙 College of Pharmacy faculty secures $380K NSF grant to improve cold-storage of live-saving medicines pharm,home /news/2026/occupational_therapy_assistant_050626.html 91做厙 has reached a notable milestone with the graduation of its first Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy Assistant (BSOTA) class, marking a new chapter in the institution's long-standing commitment to healthcare education. Office of Marketing and Communications Wed, 06 May 2026 14:32:01 -0500 91做厙 Occupational Therapy Assistant program receives full accreditation, prepares to graduate first class 91做厙 has reached a notable milestone with the graduation of its first Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy Assistant (BSOTA) class, marking a new chapter in the institution���s long-standing commitment to healthcare education. 91做厙 Occupational Therapy Assistant program receives full accreditation, prepares to graduate first class hs,home /news/2026/pi_sigma_alpha_induction_050426.html On Tuesday, April 21, 2026, the Alpha Zeta Nu Chapter of Pi Sigma Alpha, the National Political Science Honor Society, inducted four new members, including Sarah Charrier, Madison Hebert, Azlyn Isaac, and Elizabeth Poydras. Office of Marketing and Communications Mon, 04 May 2026 15:36:00 -0600 Four 91做厙 students inducted in National Political Science Honor Society On Tuesday, April 21, 2026, the Alpha Zeta Nu Chapter of Pi Sigma Alpha, the National Political Science Honor Society, inducted four new members, including Sarah Charrier, Madison Hebert, Azlyn Isaac, and Elizabeth Poydras. Four 91做厙 students inducted in National Political Science Honor Society busosci,home /news/2026/blackburn_poland_050126.html Husband and wife Dr. Chris Blackburn and Ewa Blackburn have once again been awarded scholarships for advanced language study by the prestigious Polish National Agency for Academic Exchange (NAWA). Dr. Blackburn is a Professor of History in the 91做厙 College of Arts, Education, and Sciences. Ewa Blackburn, a graduate of the 91做厙 M.A. program in History, serves as an Adjunct History Instructor and is an Ed.D. Candidate in Curriculum and Instruction at 91做厙. Office of Marketing and Communications Fri, 01 May 2026 11:13:39 -0500 91做厙 history scholars awarded distinguished grants to study in Poland Husband and wife Dr. Chris Blackburn and Ewa Blackburn have once again been awarded scholarships for advanced language study by the prestigious Polish National Agency for Academic Exchange (NAWA). Dr. Blackburn is a Professor of History in the 91做厙 College of Arts, Education, and Sciences. Ewa Blackburn, a graduate of the 91做厙 M.A. program in History, serves as an Adjunct History Instructor and is an Ed.D. Candidate in Curriculum and Instruction at 91做厙. 91做厙 history scholars awarded distinguished grants to study in Poland aes,home /news/2026/robinson_scholarship_043026.html On Sunday, April 26, 2026, over 30 Alpha Omicron Pi alumnae and University of Louisiana Monroe administration gathered to honor a mentor and friend, Mrs. Carol Baker Robinson, with an endowed scholarship in her name. Office of Marketing and Communications Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:33:58 -0500 Alpha Omicron Pi honors legacy advisor Carol Baker Robinson with naming of endowed scholarship On Sunday, April 26, 2026, over 30 Alpha Omicron Pi alumnae and University of Louisiana Monroe administration gathered to honor a mentor and friend, Mrs. Carol Baker Robinson, with an endowed scholarship in her name. Alpha Omicron Pi honors legacy advisor Carol Baker Robinson with naming of endowed scholarship alumni,home /news/2026/spring_commencement_042926.html 91做厙 will hold two commencement ceremonies on Saturday, May 9, 2026. Both ceremonies will be held in Fant-Ewing Coliseum. Office of Marketing and Communications Wed, 29 Apr 2026 14:06:50 -0500 91做厙 to host Spring 2026 Commencement May 9 at Fant-Ewing Coliseum 91做厙 will hold two commencement ceremonies on Saturday, May 9, 2026. Both ceremonies will be held in Fant-Ewing Coliseum. 91做厙 to host Spring 2026 Commencement May 9 at Fant-Ewing Coliseum home /news/2026/studynplay_mou_042826.html 91做厙 and StudyNPlay signed a memorandum of understanding to pilot a program designed to support student-parent persistence, credential completion, and transition into the workforce. Office of Marketing and Communications Tue, 28 Apr 2026 09:38:27 -0500 91做厙 signs MOU with StudyNPlay to create new resources for student-parents 91做厙 and StudyNPlay signed a memorandum of understanding to pilot a program designed to support student-parent persistence, credential completion, and transition into the workforce. 91做厙 signs MOU with StudyNPlay to create new resources for student-parents home,president /news/2026/accounting_scholarships_042726.html Three University of Louisiana Monroe accounting students have been awarded highly competitive scholarships from the Louisiana Society of Certified Public Accountants (LCPA), earning nearly $9,000 in total funding and statewide recognition for academic excellence. Office of Marketing and Communications Mon, 27 Apr 2026 16:15:42 -0500 91做厙 Accounting students sweep top statewide honors, secure prestigious CPA scholarships Three University of Louisiana Monroe accounting students have been awarded highly competitive scholarships from the Louisiana Society of Certified Public Accountants (LCPA), earning nearly $9,000 in total funding and statewide recognition for academic excellence. 91做厙 Accounting students sweep top statewide honors, secure prestigious CPA scholarships busosci,home /news/2026/cop_roi_042126.html It is no secret that the University of Louisiana Monroe has taken an aggressive approach to aligning with the workforce needs of Louisiana, evidenced by a strong commitment to bolstering industry advisory boards within academic programs, reviewing curriculum relevance to ensure students are day-one ready, and engaging more broadly with executive workforce leaders to understand the true needs on the "other side" of a degree. Office of Marketing and Communications Tue, 21 Apr 2026 11:18:18 -0500 91做厙 College of Pharmacy leads with top ROI, high licensure pass rate, and 100% job placement It is no secret that the University of Louisiana Monroe has taken an aggressive approach to aligning with the workforce needs of Louisiana, evidenced by a strong commitment to bolstering industry advisory boards within academic programs, reviewing curriculum relevance to ensure students are day-one ready, and engaging more broadly with executive workforce leaders to understand the true needs on the ���other side��� of a degree. 91做厙 College of Pharmacy leads with top ROI, high licensure pass rate, and 100% job placement pharm,home /news/2026/craft_dean_of_pharmacy_042026.html 91做厙 has named Gina Craft, Pharm.D., as the next Dean of the College of Pharmacy. Craft is a 28-year veteran of 91做厙, most recently serving as Interim Dean since August 2025. Office of Marketing and Communications Mon, 20 Apr 2026 13:58:58 -0500 Dr. Gina Craft named Dean of 91做厙 College of Pharmacy 91做厙 has named Gina Craft, Pharm.D., as the next Dean of the College of Pharmacy. Craft is a 28-year veteran of 91做厙, most recently serving as Interim Dean since August 2025. Dr. Gina Craft named Dean of 91做厙 College of Pharmacy pharm,alumni,home /news/2026/jazz_4_kidz_041726.html The 91做厙 Jazz Ensemble invites families to its first-ever Jazz for Kids concert, "Jazz 4 Kidz -- Music for the Young at Heart," on Wednesday, April 22, 20226, from 12:00 pm. to 1:00 p.m. in Brown Auditorium, 4001 Desiard St. on the 91做厙 campus. Admission is free and open to the public. This 50-minute program is crafted to engage young listeners and introduce them to America's original art form: jazz. Office of Marketing and Communications Fri, 17 Apr 2026 09:51:41 -0500 91做厙 Jazz Ensemble presents ���Jazz 4 Kidz ��� Music for the Young at Heart��� on April 22 The 91做厙 Jazz Ensemble invites families to its first-ever Jazz for Kids concert, "Jazz 4 Kidz ��� Music for the Young at Heart," on Wednesday, April 22, 20226, from 12:00 pm. to 1:00 p.m. in Brown Auditorium, 4001 Desiard St. on the 91做厙 campus. Admission is free and open to the public. This 50-minute program is crafted to engage young listeners and introduce them to America���s original art form: jazz. 91做厙 Jazz Ensemble presents ���Jazz 4 Kidz ��� Music for the Young at Heart��� on April 22 aes,vapa,home /news/2026/elevate_education_041626.html 91做厙 School of Education held its annual Elevate Education campus visit day for local high school students on April 1, 2026. During the closing ceremony of the event, the Regions Foundation presented a donation of $30,000 to the School of Education to help support the continuing efforts of the Elevate Education program to build a pre-educator pipeline for local high school students interested in becoming educators. Office of Marketing and Communications Thu, 16 Apr 2026 11:17:34 -0500 91做厙 School of Education receives $30K grant from Regions Foundation at annual Elevate Education campus day 91做厙 School of Education held its annual Elevate Education campus visit day for local high school students on April 1, 2026. During the closing ceremony of the event, the Regions Foundation presented a donation of $30,000 to the School of Education to help support the continuing efforts of the Elevate Education program to build a pre-educator pipeline for local high school students interested in becoming educators. 91做厙 School of Education receives $30K grant from Regions Foundation at annual Elevate Education campus day aes,home /news/2026/honors_srhc_041526.html 91做厙 Honors Program attended the annual meeting of the Southern Regional Honors Council on March 26-28, 2026, in Montgomery, Ala. Office of Marketing and Communications Wed, 15 Apr 2026 14:24:23 -0500 91做厙 Honors Program Students Present at the Annual Meeting of the Southern Regional Honors Council 91做厙 Honors Program attended the annual meeting of the Southern Regional Honors Council on March 26-28, 2026, in Montgomery, Ala. 91做厙 Honors Program Students Present at the Annual Meeting of the Southern Regional Honors Council home /news/2026/cheer_national_champs_041426.html 91做厙 Cheerleading team has claimed its 6th National Championship, taking home first place in the Small Co-Ed Traditional division at the College Classic Cheerleading Championship in Orlando, Fla., from April 10-12, 2026. Members of the team also competed in the All-Girl Group Stunt Competition. Office of Marketing and Communications Tue, 14 Apr 2026 10:17:55 -0500 91做厙 Cheerleading team wins national championship at College Classic Nationals 91做厙 Cheerleading team has claimed its 6th National Championship, taking home first place in the Small Co-Ed Traditional division at the College Classic Cheerleading Championship in Orlando, Fla., from April 10-12, 2026. Members of the team also competed in the All-Girl Group Stunt Competition. 91做厙 Cheerleading team wins national championship at College Classic Nationals home /news/2026/lpsa_meeting_040926.html Political Science faculty and graduate students from the University of Louisiana Monroe recently participated in the Annual Meeting of the Louisiana Political Science Association (LPSA), held Friday, February 27, at Northwestern State University in Natchitoches, La. Office of Marketing and Communications Thu, 09 Apr 2026 11:33:19 -0500 91做厙 Political Science faculty and students participate in state meeting Political Science faculty and graduate students from the University of Louisiana Monroe recently participated in the Annual Meeting of the Louisiana Political Science Association (LPSA), held Friday, February 27, at Northwestern State University in Natchitoches, La. 91做厙 Political Science faculty and students participate in state meeting busosci,home /news/2026/food_is_medicine_040726.html 91做厙 (91做厙) has received $2.26 million from the Ouachita Parish Police Jury (OPPJ) to launch the Food Is Medicine program. The mission of the program is to transform the health outcomes and economic landscape of Northeast Louisiana (NELA) by integrating clinically prescribed nutrition with professional medical care to prevent and treat diet-related chronic illness. The NELA region currently faces some of the highest national rates of chronic diseases such as obesity, type 2 diabetes, and hypertension. The funds from the OPPJ were designated from the American Response Plan Act (ARPA). Office of Marketing and Communications Tue, 07 Apr 2026 09:02:11 -0500 91做厙 receives $2.26 million to launch Food Is Medicine program Desc91做厙 (91做厙) has received $2.26 million from the Ouachita Parish Police Jury (OPPJ) to launch the Food Is Medicine program. The mission of the program is to transform the health outcomes and economic landscape of Northeast Louisiana (NELA) by integrating clinically prescribed nutrition with professional medical care to prevent and treat diet-related chronic illness. The NELA region currently faces some of the highest national rates of chronic diseases such as obesity, type 2 diabetes, and hypertension. The funds from the OPPJ were designated from the American Response Plan Act (ARPA). ription 91做厙 receives $2.26 million to launch Food Is Medicine program hs,pharm,president,home /news/2026/spring_break_040226.html 91做厙 will be closed for Spring Break Friday, April 3, and Monday and Tuesday, April 6-7. The University reopens on Wednesday, April 8. Classes resume on Monday, April 13. Office of Marketing and Communications Thu, 02 Apr 2026 14:25:00 -0600 91做厙 closed for Spring Break Apr. 3 ��� Apr. 7; University reopens Apr. 8, classes resume Apr. 13 91做厙 will be closed for Spring Break Friday, April 3, and Monday and Tuesday, April 6-7. The University reopens on Wednesday, April 8. Classes resume on Monday, April 13. 91做厙 closed for Spring Break Apr. 3 ��� Apr. 7; University reopens Apr. 8, classes resume Apr. 13 /news/2026/presidential_investiture_040126.html 91做厙 (91做厙) will host the Investiture of its 10th president, Dr. Carrie L. Castille, on Thursday, April 23, 2026. The ceremony will begin at 3:00 p.m. in Fant-Ewing Coliseum, 4201 Bon Aire Dr. on the 91做厙 campus. The Investiture ceremony is free and open to the public. 91做厙 employees and students are encouraged to attend. Office of Marketing and Communications Wed, 01 Apr 2026 15:02:32 -0500 91做厙 announces Investiture and Gala for President Carrie L. Castille on April 23 91做厙 (91做厙) will host the Investiture of its 10th president, Dr. Carrie L. Castille, on Thursday, April 23, 2026. The ceremony will begin at 3:00 p.m. in Fant-Ewing Coliseum, 4201 Bon Aire Dr. on the 91做厙 campus. The Investiture ceremony is free and open to the public. 91做厙 employees and students are encouraged to attend. 91做厙 announces Investiture and Gala for President Carrie L. Castille on April 23 president,alumni,home /news/2026/pelican_cup_awards_luncheon_033026.html The Entrepreneurship Pelican Cup hosted its fifth annual awards luncheon on March 26, 2026, at 91做厙's Bayou Pointe Event Center. The luncheon was the culmination of the entrepreneurship competition, with $157,000 in prize money awarded to the top three teams in the Undergraduate and Graduate Divisions, including their faculty advisors, and the winners of the live Elevator Pitch Competition in each division, voted on by attendees of the luncheon. Office of Marketing and Communications Mon, 30 Mar 2026 15:58:00 -0600 5th Annual Entrepreneurship Pelican Cup Awards Luncheon held at 91做厙���s Bayou Pointe with $157,000 in prizes awarded The Entrepreneurship Pelican Cup hosted its fourth annual awards luncheon on March 26, 2026, at 91做厙���s Bayou Pointe Event Center. The luncheon was the culmination of the entrepreneurship competition, with $157,000 in prize money awarded to the top three teams in the Undergraduate and Graduate Divisions, including their faculty advisors, and the winners of the live Elevator Pitch Competition in each division, voted on by attendees of the luncheon. 5th Annual Entrepreneurship Pelican Cup Awards Luncheon held at 91做厙���s Bayou Pointe with $157,000 in prizes awarded busosci,alumni,home /news/2026/rad_tech_lsrt_032526.html 91做厙's radiologic technology program students and faculty represented 91做厙 at the Louisiana Society of Radiologic Technologists (LSRT) Midwinter Seminar in Alexandria, La., on March 14, 2026. Office of Marketing and Communications Wed, 25 Mar 2026 14:16:24 -0500 91做厙 radiologic technology students attend statewide seminar 91做厙���s radiologic technology program students and faculty represented 91做厙 at the Louisiana Society of Radiologic Technologists (LSRT) Midwinter Seminar in Alexandria, La., on March 14, 2026. 91做厙 radiologic technology students attend statewide seminar hs,home /news/2026/wine_over_water_032426.html The 19th Annual Wine Over Water hosted by the University of Louisiana Monroe Alumni Association is set for 7:00-10:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 16. Established as a signature event at 91做厙, Wine Over Water will be on the 91做厙 bridge over tranquil Bayou Desiard on Northeast Drive. Office of Marketing and Communications Tue, 24 Mar 2026 11:36:31 -0500 91做厙 Alumni Association presents 19th Annual Wine Over Water on Apr. 16 The 19th Annual Wine Over Water hosted by the University of Louisiana Monroe Alumni Association is set for 7:00-10:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 16. Established as a signature event at 91做厙, Wine Over Water will be on the 91做厙 bridge over tranquil Bayou Desiard on Northeast Drive. 91做厙 Alumni Association presents 19th Annual Wine Over Water on Apr. 16 alumni,home /news/2026/cinderella_031926.html The 91做厙 School of Visual and Performing Arts (VAPA) invites the public to step into a world of magic, transformation, and timeless storytelling as Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella comes to life at the Brown Auditorium from March 26 through 29, 2026. Show times for Thursday, March 26, through Saturday, March 28, are 7:00 p.m. The show will close with a 2:00 p.m. matinee on Sunday, March 29. Office of Marketing and Communications Thu, 19 Mar 2026 11:16:23 -0500 91做厙 School of VAPA presents Rodgers and Hammerstein���s Cinderella March 26-29 The 91做厙 School of Visual and Performing Arts (VAPA) invites the public to step into a world of magic, transformation, and timeless storytelling as Rodgers & Hammerstein���s Cinderella comes to life at the Brown Auditorium from March 26 through 29, 2026. Show times for Thursday, March 26, through Saturday, March 28, are 7:00 p.m. The show will close with a 2:00 p.m. matinee on Sunday, March 29. 91做厙 School of VAPA presents Rodgers and Hammerstein���s Cinderella March 26-29 aes,vapa,home /news/2026/history_students_present_031726.html Students from the University of Louisiana Monroe history department presented papers at the Phi Alpha Theta National History Honor Society Regional Meeting of Louisiana Chapters in Lafayette, La, on March 6, 2026. The student group included undergraduates Ireland Aaron and Antoine Iles, along with 2025 graduate Mateline Bratton. Office of Marketing and Communications Tue, 17 Mar 2026 16:05:52 -0500 91做厙 history students present at regional conference Students from the University of Louisiana Monroe history department presented papers at the Phi Alpha Theta National History Honor Society Regional Meeting of Louisiana Chapters in Lafayette, La, on March 6, 2026. The student group included undergraduates Ireland Aaron and Antoine Iles, along with 2025 graduate Mateline Bratton. 91做厙 history students present at regional conference aes,home /news/2026/mnh_spring_speaker_030526.html 91做厙 Museum of Natural History will host a Spring Speaker Event on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. in the first floor STEAM Room at the museum, located in Hanna Hall, 708 University Ave. in Monroe. This free event is open to all ages and will feature guest speaker Linda Barber Auld, a Louisiana Master Naturalist. Auld's presentation is entitled "Plant It and They Will Come." Office of Marketing and Communications Thu, 05 Mar 2026 09:41:31 -0600 91做厙 Museum of Natural History hosts Spring Speaker Event on Mar. 24 91做厙 Museum of Natural History will host a Spring Speaker Event on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. in the first floor STEAM Room at the museum, located in Hanna Hall, 708 University Ave. in Monroe. This free event is open to all ages and will feature guest speaker Linda Barber Auld, a Louisiana Master Naturalist. Auld���s presentation is entitled ���Plant It and They Will Come.��� museum, natural, history, naturalist, nature, guest, speaker, series, spring 91做厙 Museum of Natural History hosts Spring Speaker Event on Mar. 24 91做厙 Museum of Natural History will host a Spring Speaker Event on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. in the first floor STEAM Room at the museum, located in Hanna Hall, 708 University Ave. in Monroe. This free event is open to all ages and will feature guest speaker Linda Barber Auld, a Louisiana Master Naturalist. Auld���s presentation is entitled ���Plant It and They Will Come.��� 91做厙 Museum of Natural History hosts Spring Speaker Event on Mar. 24 aes,home /news/2026/pelican_cup_luncheon_030426.html The Entrepreneurship Pelican Cup competition has announced the finalist teams for the 2026 competition. A total of 12 finalist teams have been selected to compete in the oral finals, with six in the undergraduate category and six in the graduate category. The winners will be announced at the 5th Annual Awards Luncheon on Thursday, March 26, at 11:30 a.m. at Bayou Pointe Event Center on the 91做厙 campus. Tickets are on sale now for $100 for the public and $50 for students. Visit www.ulm.edu/pelicancup for ticket and sponsorship information. Office of Marketing and Communications Wed, 04 Mar 2026 09:43:19 -0600 2026 Entrepreneurship Pelican Cup finalists announced; Awards Luncheon to be held Thursday, March 26 The Entrepreneurship Pelican Cup competition has announced the finalist teams for the 2026 competition. A total of 12 finalist teams have been selected to compete in the oral finals, with six in the undergraduate category and six in the graduate category. The winners will be announced at the 5th Annual Awards Luncheon on Thursday, March 26, at 11:30 a.m. at Bayou Pointe Event Center on the 91做厙 campus. Tickets are on sale now for $100 for the public and $50 for students. Visit www.ulm.edu/pelicancup for ticket and sponsorship information. 2026 Entrepreneurship Pelican Cup finalists announced; Awards Luncheon to be held Thursday, March 26 busosci,alumni,home /news/2026/foust_exec_dir_foundation_030226.html Cindy G. Foust has been named the new Executive Director of the 91做厙 Foundation. Her hiring was approved by the 91做厙 Foundation Board of Trustees on February 27, 2026. In her new role, Foust will oversee the 91做厙 Foundation, as well as Advancement and Alumni Relations. Office of Marketing and Communications Mon, 02 Mar 2026 13:58:00 -0600 Cindy G. Foust named Executive Director of 91做厙 Foundation Cindy G. Foust has been named the new Executive Director of the 91做厙 Foundation. Her hiring was approved by the 91做厙 Foundation Board of Trustees on February 27, 2026. In her new role, Foust will oversee the 91做厙 Foundation, as well as Advancement and Alumni Relations. n Cindy G. Foust named Executive Director of 91做厙 Foundation alumni,home /news/2026/hawkeye_sejc_022426.html Representatives of the University of Louisiana at Monroe's student-run newspaper, The Hawkeye, joined students from more than twenty-five universities at the recent Southeast Journalism Conference 2026, hosted by Georgia Highlands College. Keith Webb, editor-in-chief; Blade Gowen, arts and entertainment editor; Mae Harding, news editor; Stirling Terry, opinions editor; Johnathan Warren, sports editor; and Courtney Collins, assistant director, enjoyed sessions and speakers on the conference's theme, From Front Porches to Front Pages: Storytelling in the South. Office of Marketing and Communications Tue, 24 Feb 2026 16:14:33 -0600 The Hawkeye staff earn honors at SEJC Representatives of the University of Louisiana at Monroe���s student-run newspaper, The Hawkeye, joined students from more than twenty-five universities at the recent Southeast Journalism Conference 2026, hosted by Georgia Highlands College. Keith Webb, editor-in-chief; Blade Gowen, arts and entertainment editor; Mae Harding, news editor; Stirling Terry, opinions editor; Johnathan Warren, sports editor; and Courtney Collins, assistant director, enjoyed sessions and speakers on the conference���s theme, From Front Porches to Front Pages: Storytelling in the South. The Hawkeye staff earn honors at SEJC aes,home /news/2026/kidwind_challenge_022026.html 91做厙 hosted the 3rd Annual KidWind Challenge in Louisiana on Thursday, January 15, 2026, at Bayou Pointe Event Center. The event continues to empower students and educators to explore the challenges and opportunities of a clean-powered future. Office of Marketing and Communications Fri, 20 Feb 2026 10:55:37 -0600 91做厙 hosts 3rd Annual KidWind Challenge 91做厙 hosted the 3rd Annual KidWind Challenge in Louisiana on Thursday, January 15, 2026, at Bayou Pointe Event Center. The event continues to empower students and educators to explore the challenges and opportunities of a clean-powered future. wind, kid, middle, school, high, students, STEM, learning, community home /news/2026/wang_photo_exhibit_021926.html A new photography exhibit is now on display in 91做厙's Walker Hall - Through the Lens of Tianyu Wang: Shaanxi Province in the 1960s-2000s. This exhibit celebrates and honors Tianyu Wang, an esteemed Chinese photojournalist. The photography exhibit will run through May 15, 2026. Hours of operation are Monday through Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Office of Marketing and Communications Thu, 19 Feb 2026 15:26:01 -0600 Alumni family celebrates father with photography exhibit at 91做厙 A new photography exhibit is now on display in 91做厙's Walker Hall ��� Through the Lens of Tianyu Wang: Shaanxi Province in the 1960s-2000s. This exhibit celebrates and honors Tianyu Wang, an esteemed Chinese photojournalist. The photography exhibit will run through May 15, 2026. Hours of operation are Monday through Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Alumni family celebrates father with photography exhibit at 91做厙 alumni,home /news/2026/mardi_gras_break_021326.html 91做厙 will close for Mardi Gras break Monday, February 16, and Tuesday, February 17. Offices will reopen at 7:30 a.m. on Wednesday, February 18. Classes will also resume on Wednesday, February 18. Office of Marketing and Communications Fri, 13 Feb 2026 09:17:40 -0600 91做厙 to close Feb.16-17 for Mardi Gras break 91做厙 will close for Mardi Gras break Monday, February 16, and Tuesday, February 17. Offices will reopen at 7:30 a.m. on Wednesday, February 18. Classes will also resume on Wednesday, February 18. 91做厙 to close Feb.16-17 for Mardi Gras break home /news/2026/franklin_forward_donation_021226.html On October 24, 2025, Franklin Forward presented 91做厙 with a $25,000 investment to support students from Franklin Parish in their academic careers. Franklin Forward is a non-profit organization located in Winnsboro, La. that works to empower local youth by connecting them to college, career, and cultural opportunities. The organization was founded in 2024 by Allan Corbin, a 1984 91做厙 alumnus. Office of Marketing and Communications Thu, 12 Feb 2026 16:16:10 -0600 Franklin Forward donates $25K to 91做厙 Foundation On October 24, 2025, Franklin Forward presented 91做厙 with a $25,000 investment to support students from Franklin Parish in their academic careers. Franklin Forward is a non-profit organization located in Winnsboro, La. that works to empower local youth by connecting them to college, career, and cultural opportunities. The organization was founded in 2024 by Allan Corbin, a 1984 91做厙 alumnus. Franklin Forward donates $25K to 91做厙 Foundation president,alumni,home /news/2026/skysafe_drone_detection_021026.html 91做厙 has partnered with SkySafe, the global leader in drone detection and airspace intelligence. 91做厙 has selected SkySafe's cloud-based drone detection technology to bolster public safety across its campus, protecting students, faculty, and visitors from unsafe or unauthorized drone flights. Office of Marketing and Communications Tue, 10 Feb 2026 15:47:00 -0600 91做厙 enhances campus safety with installation of SkySafe drone detection system 91做厙 has partnered with SkySafe, the global leader in drone detection and airspace intelligence. 91做厙 has selected SkySafe���s cloud-based drone detection technology to bolster public safety across its campus, protecting students, faculty, and visitors from unsafe or unauthorized drone flights. sky, safe, skysafe, drone, detection, safety, police, air, 91做厙 enhances campus safety with installation of SkySafe drone detection system 91做厙 has partnered with SkySafe, the global leader in drone detection and airspace intelligence. 91做厙 has selected SkySafe���s cloud-based drone detection technology to bolster public safety across its campus, protecting students, faculty, and visitors from unsafe or unauthorized drone flights. 91做厙 enhances campus safety with installation of SkySafe drone detection system home /news/2026/alumni_krewe_of_janus_020626.html When the 2026 Krewe of Janus Mardi Gras parade rolls through the Twin Cities on Saturday, February 7, King and Queen Clif and Lynda Bergeron will preside over the festivities. The Bergerons are proud 91做厙 alumni and lifetime members of the 91做厙 Alumni Association. Office of Marketing and Communications Fri, 06 Feb 2026 09:17:29 -0600 91做厙 alumni couple Clif and Lynda Bergeron serve as 2026 Krewe of Janus King and Queen When the 2026 Krewe of Janus Mardi Gras parade rolls through the Twin Cities on Saturday, February 7, King and Queen Clif and Lynda Bergeron will preside over the festivities. The Bergerons are proud 91做厙 alumni and lifetime members of the 91做厙 Alumni Association. 91做厙 alumni couple Clif and Lynda Bergeron serve as 2026 Krewe of Janus King and Queen alumni,home /news/2026/winter_weather_closure_012226.html Due to continued power outages and ongoing weather-related uncertainties, the University of Louisiana Monroe will remain closed through Tuesday, February 3. University officials will continue to monitor conditions and work closely with local utility providers and emergency officials. A full assessment of the potential damage to campus resources must also be made once power is fully restored. At this time, the University anticipates reopening on Wednesday, February 4; however, a final determination will be made at a later date and communicated through official channels. Office of Marketing and Communications Thu, 22 Jan 2026 15:29:00 -0600 91做厙 to remain closed through Tuesday, Feb. 3 due to winter storm Due to continued power outages and ongoing weather-related uncertainties, the University of Louisiana Monroe will remain closed through Tuesday, February 3. University officials will continue to monitor conditions and work closely with local utility providers and emergency officials. A full assessment of the potential damage to campus resources must also be made once power is fully restored. At this time, the University anticipates reopening on Wednesday, February 4; however, a final determination will be made at a later date and communicated through official channels. winter, weather, closure, ice, sleet home /news/2026/blood_drive_012026.html 91做厙 Medical Laboratory Science Society and LifeShare Blood Center join together for a two-day blood drive on Tuesday, January 27 and Wednesday, January 28 to help save lives. Office of Marketing and Communications Tue, 20 Jan 2026 14:44:29 -0600 91做厙 to host blood drive with LifeShare Jan. 27-28 91做厙 Medical Laboratory Science Society and LifeShare Blood Center join together for a two-day blood drive on Tuesday, January 27 and Wednesday, January 28 to help save lives. 91做厙 to host blood drive with LifeShare Jan. 27-28 hs,home /news/2026/program_reviews_2026_011426.html 91做厙 has completed a comprehensive, campus-wide review of its academic programs as part of an ongoing commitment to ensure that every degree program and support division operates efficiently, aligns with workforce demands, and prepares students for meaningful careers. Office of Marketing and Communications Wed, 14 Jan 2026 13:05:23 -0600 91做厙 undergoes comprehensive academic and operational review to strengthen student and workforce outcomes 91做厙 has completed a comprehensive, campus-wide review of its academic programs as part of an ongoing commitment to ensure that every degree program and support division operates efficiently, aligns with workforce demands, and prepares students for meaningful careers. 91做厙 undergoes comprehensive academic and operational review to strengthen student and workforce outcomes president,home /news/2026/mlk_service_project_2026_011326.html 91做厙 will hold a donation drive on January 14-16, 2026, for its annual MLK Service Project. The theme of the project is "Serving with Dignity: Meeting Needs, Lifting Lives." 91做厙 students, faculty, and staff, as well as community members, are encouraged to donate non-perishable foods, hygiene products, and household supplies to support The Renewal Center of Northeast Louisiana, a local nonprofit, as well as the on-campus 91做厙 Food Pantry. Office of Marketing and Communications Tue, 13 Jan 2026 09:25:16 -0600 91做厙 to collect donations for 2026 MLK Service Project, Jan. 14-16 91做厙 will hold a donation drive on January 14-16, 2026, for its annual MLK Service Project. The theme of the project is ���Serving with Dignity: Meeting Needs, Lifting Lives.��� 91做厙 students, faculty, and staff, as well as community members, are encouraged to donate non-perishable foods, hygiene products, and household supplies to support The Renewal Center of Northeast Louisiana, a local nonprofit, as well as the on-campus 91做厙 Food Pantry. 91做厙 to collect donations for 2026 MLK Service Project, Jan. 14-16 home /news/2025/holiday_closure_121825.html 91做厙 campus closes at 5:00 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 18, for the holiday break. The university reopens Monday, Jan. 5, 2025, at 7:30 a.m. Classes for the Spring 2026 semester begin Monday, January 12. Office of Marketing and Communications Thu, 18 Dec 2025 10:04:00 -0600 91做厙 closes Thursday, Dec. 18, for holiday break; campus reopens Jan. 5; classes begin Jan. 12 91做厙 campus closes at 5:00 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 18, for the holiday break. The university reopens Monday, Jan. 5, 2025, at 7:30 a.m. Classes for the Spring 2026 semester begin Monday, January 12. 91做厙 closes Thursday, Dec. 18, for holiday break; campus reopens Jan. 5; classes begin Jan. 12 /news/2025/summer_fall_2025_commencement_121725.html University of Louisiana Monroe President Dr. Carrie L. Castille awarded degrees to 666 graduates at the Summer and Fall 2025 commencement ceremonies on December 13, 2025. Two ceremonies were held for the four colleges: Arts, Education, and Sciences, Business and Social Sciences, Health Sciences, and Pharmacy, plus the Graduate School. Office of Marketing and Communications Wed, 17 Dec 2025 15:24:54 -0600 Degrees awarded to over 660 graduates at 91做厙 Summer and Fall 2025 commencement ceremonies University of Louisiana Monroe President Dr. Carrie L. Castille awarded degrees to 666 graduates at the Summer and Fall 2025 commencement ceremonies on December 13, 2025. Two ceremonies were held for the four colleges: Arts, Education, and Sciences, Business and Social Sciences, Health Sciences, and Pharmacy, plus the Graduate School. Degrees awarded to over 660 graduates at 91做厙 Summer and Fall 2025 commencement ceremonies president,alumni,home /news/2025/presidents_deans_lists_121725.html 91做厙 announces the students on the President's and Dean's Lists for the Fall 2025 semester. Office of Marketing and Communications Wed, 17 Dec 2025 10:01:06 -0600 91做厙 announces Fall 2025 President���s and Dean���s Lists 91做厙 announces the students on the President���s and Dean���s Lists for the Fall 2025 semester. 91做厙 announces Fall 2025 President���s and Dean���s Lists president,home /news/2025/nursing_administrators_121525.html The Kitty DeGree School of Nursing (KDSON) at the University of Louisiana Monroe (91做厙) has named Dr. Sandy Roncal as its newest director. Roncal assumed the role of Director on August 1, 2025, after serving in various roles in the school since 2014. In addition to Roncal's appointment as Director, the 91做厙 Kitty DeGree School of Nursing has recently promoted two faculty members to administrative roles. The new additions include Lee Ann Box, MSN, RN, as Associate Director of Undergraduate Programs, and Dr. Kathy Kennedy as Associate Director of Graduate Programs. Office of Marketing and Communications Mon, 15 Dec 2025 09:42:44 -0600 91做厙 Kitty DeGree School of Nursing names new administrators, including Dr. Sandy Roncal as Director The Kitty DeGree School of Nursing (KDSON) at the University of Louisiana Monroe (91做厙) has named Dr. Sandy Roncal as its newest director. Roncal assumed the role of Director on August 1, 2025, after serving in various roles in the school since 2014. In addition to Roncal���s appointment as Director, the 91做厙 Kitty DeGree School of Nursing has recently promoted two faculty members to administrative roles. The new additions include Lee Ann Box, MSN, RN, as Associate Director of Undergraduate Programs, and Dr. Kathy Kennedy as Associate Director of Graduate Programs. 91做厙 Kitty DeGree School of Nursing names new administrators, including Dr. Sandy Roncal as Director hs,home /news/2025/computer_science_kneva_121225.html The 91做厙 Department of Computer Science is proud to announce that a student team has won the DevDays HealthTech Challenge, hosted by Nexus Louisiana in partnership with Ochsner Health. Kneva, the winning team composed of computer science students Yukta Karki, SianRose Vincent, and Nirjara KC, was awarded a $5,000 prize at the competition in Baton Rouge on November 14. Office of Marketing and Communications Fri, 12 Dec 2025 10:50:16 -0600 91做厙 computer science students win Nexus Louisiana���s DevDays HealthTech Challenge The 91做厙 Department of Computer Science is proud to announce that a student team has won the DevDays HealthTech Challenge, hosted by Nexus Louisiana in partnership with Ochsner Health. Kneva, the winning team composed of computer science students Yukta Karki, SianRose Vincent, and Nirjara KC, was awarded a $5,000 prize at the competition in Baton Rouge on November 14. 91做厙 computer science students win Nexus Louisiana���s DevDays HealthTech Challenge busosci,home /news/2025/lafaye_price_121125.html On Saturday, December 13, LaFaye Price will walk across the stage at Fant-Ewing Coliseum and receive her bachelor's degree in general studies from 91做厙, making her one of the oldest graduates in the history of the university. An accomplishment decades in the making, Price says her graduation wouldn't have been possible without the support and encouragement of her family and a drive to finish that never went away. Office of Marketing and Communications Thu, 11 Dec 2025 09:58:08 -0600 LaFaye Price, 75, earns a bachelor���s degree to become one of 91做厙���s oldest graduates On Saturday, December 13, LaFaye Price will walk across the stage at Fant-Ewing Coliseum and receive her bachelor���s degree in general studies from 91做厙, making her one of the oldest graduates in the history of the university. An accomplishment decades in the making, Price says her graduation wouldn���t have been possible without the support and encouragement of her family and a drive to finish that never went away. LaFaye Price, 75, earns a bachelor���s degree to become one of 91做厙���s oldest graduates aes,graduate school,alumni,home /news/2025/alumni_directory_121025.html 91做厙 Alumni Association has once again partnered with Publishing Concepts, Inc. (PCI) to update its alumni directory. PCI is in the process of reaching out to 91做厙 alumni to update their directory information. It has been over five years since an update was made to the 91做厙 alumni directory. Office of Marketing and Communications Wed, 10 Dec 2025 15:38:52 -0600 91做厙 Alumni Association works to update alumni directory 91做厙 Alumni Association has once again partnered with Publishing Concepts, Inc. (PCI) to update its alumni directory. PCI is in the process of reaching out to 91做厙 alumni to update their directory information. It has been over five years since an update was made to the 91做厙 alumni directory. 91做厙 Alumni Association works to update alumni directory alumni,home /news/2025/tuohy_press_conference_120425.html 91做厙 officially welcomed newly hired Director of Athletics SJ Tuohy to campus at a press conference on Thursday, December 4. Tuohy comes to 91做厙 after having served as Deputy Athletic Director of Development at Oral Roberts University. Office of Marketing and Communications Thu, 04 Dec 2025 17:13:00 -0600 91做厙 introduces SJ Tuohy as new Director of Athletics at press conference he University of Louisiana Monroe officially welcomed newly hired Director of Athletics SJ Tuohy to campus at a press conference on Thursday, December 4. Tuohy comes to 91做厙 after having served as Deputy Athletic Director of Development at Oral Roberts University. 91做厙 introduces SJ Tuohy as new Director of Athletics at press conference home,alumni /news/2025/commencement_120325.html 91做厙 will hold two commencement ceremonies on Saturday, December 13, 2025. Both ceremonies will be held in Fant-Ewing Coliseum. The university will hold two separate ceremonies to honor the graduates of the four colleges: 9:30 a.m. - College of Health Sciences and College of Pharmacy 1:30 p.m. - College of Arts, Education and Sciences and College of Business and Social Sciences Office of Marketing and Communications Wed, 03 Dec 2025 15:04:25 -0600 91做厙 to host Summer and Fall 2025 Commencement Dec. 13 at Fant-Ewing Coliseum 91做厙 will hold two commencement ceremonies on Saturday, December 13, 2025. Both ceremonies will be held in Fant-Ewing Coliseum. The university will hold two separate ceremonies to honor the graduates of the four colleges: 9:30 a.m. - College of Health Sciences and College of Pharmacy 1:30 p.m. - College of Arts, Education and Sciences and College of Business and Social Sciences 91做厙 to host Summer and Fall 2025 Commencement Dec. 13 at Fant-Ewing Coliseum home /news/2025/tuohy_director_athletics_112825.html 91做厙 (91做厙) has named SJ Tuohy as its next Director of Athletics. Tuohy most recently served as Deputy Athletic Director of Development at Oral Roberts University. Office of Marketing and Communications Fri, 28 Nov 2025 14:52:00 -0600 91做厙 names SJ Tuohy as Director of Athletics 91做厙 (91做厙) has named S.J. Tuohy as its next Director of Athletics. Tuohy most recently served as Deputy Athletic Director of Development at Oral Roberts University. athletic, director, athletics, 91做厙 names S.J. Tuohy as Director of Athletics 91做厙 (91做厙) has named S.J. Tuohy as its next Director of Athletics. Tuohy most recently served as Deputy Athletic Director of Development at Oral Roberts University. 91做厙 names S.J. Tuohy as Director of Athletics home /news/2025/thanksgiving_closure_1125225.html 91做厙 will be closed for Thanksgiving break on November 26-28, 2025. University offices will be open November 24 and 25, but no classes will be held November 24-28. The University reopens and classes resume on Monday, December 1. Office of Marketing and Communications Tue, 25 Nov 2025 09:06:00 -0600 91做厙 closed for Thanksgiving break Nov. 26-28 91做厙 will be closed for Thanksgiving break on November 26-28, 2025. University offices will be open November 24 and 25, but no classes will be held November 24-28. The University reopens and classes resume on Monday, December 1. 91做厙 closed for Thanksgiving break Nov. 26-28 /news/2025/holidays_at_ulm_112425.html 91做厙 Campus Activities Board (CAB) is inviting the public to kick off the holiday season with the annual tree lighting ceremony on Monday, December 1, at 5:30 p.m. Office of Marketing and Communications Mon, 24 Nov 2025 14:21:00 -0600 Holidays at 91做厙 kicks off with tree lighting ceremony and on Dec. 1 91做厙 Campus Activities Board (CAB) is inviting the public to kick off the holiday season with the annual tree lighting ceremony on Monday, December 1, at 5:30 p.m. Holidays at 91做厙 kicks off with tree lighting ceremony and on Dec. 1 home /news/2025/trio_first_gen_day_112125.html 91做厙 TRIO Programs proudly celebrated National First-Generation Day on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, marking their sixth annual event honoring first-generation students, faculty, staff, and alumni. The celebration brought together TRIO and non-TRIO students, faculty, and staff to recognize the achievements and resilience of those who are the first in their families to earn a four-year college degree. National First-Generation Day commemorates the signing of the Higher Education Act of 1965, which expanded access to higher education for low-income and first-generation students. Office of Marketing and Communications Fri, 21 Nov 2025 09:08:51 -0600 91做厙 TRIO programs celebrate sixth annual National First-Generation Day 91做厙 TRIO Programs proudly celebrated National First-Generation Day on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, marking their sixth annual event honoring first-generation students, faculty, staff, and alumni. The celebration brought together TRIO and non-TRIO students, faculty, and staff to recognize the achievements and resilience of those who are the first in their families to earn a four-year college degree. National First-Generation Day commemorates the signing of the Higher Education Act of 1965, which expanded access to higher education for low-income and first-generation students. 91做厙 TRIO programs celebrate sixth annual National First-Generation Day home /news/2025/kaleidoscope_112025.html 91做厙 School of Visual and Performing Arts is excited to announce "Kaleidoscope: A Global Holiday Celebration." The program is an immersive experience incorporating vocal and instrumental music, dance, and visual art. Kaleidoscope will take place in Brown Theatre, 4001 Desiard St. in Monroe on Tuesday, December 2, 2025. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the program begins at 7:00 p.m. General admission tickets are $20 per person. 91做厙 faculty and staff tickets are $15 per person with ID. 91做厙 students are admitted for free with ID. Tickets are available at https://tinyurl.com/tickets-kaleidoscope Office of Marketing and Communications Thu, 20 Nov 2025 09:11:29 -0600 91做厙 presents Kaleidoscope: A Global Holiday Celebration on Dec. 2 91做厙 School of Visual and Performing Arts is excited to announce ���Kaleidoscope: A Global Holiday Celebration.��� The program is an immersive experience incorporating vocal and instrumental music, dance, and visual art. Kaleidoscope will take place in Brown Theatre, 4001 Desiard St. in Monroe on Tuesday, December 2, 2025. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the program begins at 7:00 p.m. General admission tickets are $20 per person. 91做厙 faculty and staff tickets are $15 per person with ID. 91做厙 students are admitted for free with ID. Tickets are available at https://tinyurl.com/tickets-kaleidoscope 91做厙 presents Kaleidoscope: A Global Holiday Celebration on Dec. 2 aes,vapa,home /news/2025/athletic_director_search_committee_111925.html University of Louisiana Monroe President Dr. Carrie L. Castille has announced the newly formed 91做厙 Athletic Director Search Committee, composed of 91做厙 administrators and alumni. Office of Marketing and Communications Wed, 19 Nov 2025 16:15:47 -0600 91做厙 President assembles athletic director search committee University of Louisiana Monroe President Dr. Carrie L. Castille has announced the newly formed 91做厙 Athletic Director Search Committee, composed of 91做厙 administrators and alumni. 91做厙 President assembles athletic director search committee home /news/2025/mls_reaccreditation_111825.html 91做厙 (91做厙) is proud to announce that its Medical Laboratory Science (MLS) Professional Program has earned full 10-year re-accreditation from the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS)--the maximum accreditation period awarded. The program received no deficiencies, a distinguished achievement that reflects the program's commitment to excellence, academic rigor, and high professional standards. Office of Marketing and Communications Tue, 18 Nov 2025 14:06:52 -0600 91做厙 Medical Laboratory Science program receives 10-year re-accreditation with zero deficiencies 91做厙 (91做厙) is proud to announce that its Medical Laboratory Science (MLS) Professional Program has earned full 10-year re-accreditation from the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS)���the maximum accreditation period awarded. The program received no deficiencies, a distinguished achievement that reflects the program���s commitment to excellence, academic rigor, and high professional standards. 91做厙 Medical Laboratory Science program receives 10-year re-accreditation with zero deficiencies hs,home /news/2025/water_ski_nationals_111725.html The 91做厙 water ski team placed second at the 46th Syndicate Waterskis Collegiate Water Ski National Championships in El Centro, Calif., on Oct. 18. The tournament marked 91做厙's 47th consecutive appearance at Nationals. 91做厙 finished second with 12,195 total points, falling short of the University of Louisiana Lafayette, which earned 13,230 total points. Florida Southern College, the University of Alabama, and Rollins College rounded out the top five finishers. Office of Marketing and Communications Mon, 17 Nov 2025 15:08:34 -0600 91做厙 water ski team places second in national tournament The 91做厙 water ski team placed second at the 46th Syndicate Waterskis Collegiate Water Ski National Championships in El Centro, Calif., on Oct. 18. The tournament marked 91做厙���s 47th consecutive appearance at Nationals. 91做厙 finished second with 12,195 total points, falling short of the University of Louisiana Lafayette, which earned 13,230 total points. Florida Southern College, the University of Alabama, and Rollins College rounded out the top five finishers. 91做厙 water ski team places second in national tournament home /news/2025/warhawks_for_hope_111425.html 91做厙 (91做厙) and The Center for Children & Families are once again joining forces this holiday season for the Warhawks for Hope: Christmas Project, a service initiative that unites students, faculty, and staff in spreading hope to children from hard places. Office of Marketing and Communications Fri, 14 Nov 2025 09:22:49 -0600 91做厙 and The Center for Children & Families Relaunch ���Warhawks for Hope��� to Support Local Children in Need 91做厙 (91做厙) and The Center for Children & Families are once again joining forces this holiday season for the Warhawks for Hope: Christmas Project, a service initiative that unites students, faculty, and staff in spreading hope to children from hard places. 91做厙 and The Center for Children & Families Relaunch ���Warhawks for Hope��� to Support Local Children in Need home /news/2025/comp_science_devdays_111125.html The 91做厙 Department of Computer Science is proud to announce that a student team has won the DevDays ClimateTech Challenge, hosted by Nexus Louisiana in collaboration with Future Use of Energy in Louisiana (FUEL) and Baker Hughes. Carbon Horizon, the winning team composed of computer science students Cecil Pradhan, Jeevan Parajuli, Sujal Thapa, and Prasanna Kumar Jha, was awarded a $5,000 prize at the competition in Baton Rouge on October 24. Office of Marketing and Communications Tue, 11 Nov 2025 14:04:33 -0600 91做厙 computer science students win Nexus Louisiana���s DevDays ClimateTech Challenge The 91做厙 Department of Computer Science is proud to announce that a student team has won the DevDays ClimateTech Challenge, hosted by Nexus Louisiana in collaboration with Future Use of Energy in Louisiana (FUEL) and Baker Hughes. Carbon Horizon, the winning team composed of computer science students Cecil Pradhan, Jeevan Parajuli, Sujal Thapa, and Prasanna Kumar Jha, was awarded a $5,000 prize at the competition in Baton Rouge on October 24. 91做厙 computer science students win Nexus Louisiana���s DevDays ClimateTech Challenge busosci,home /news/2025/family_tailgate_chili_cookoff_110625.html 91做厙 will host South Alabama University for the final home football game of the 2025 season on Saturday, November 15. Kickoff is at 2:30 p.m. in Malone Stadium. Prior to the game, 91做厙 invites the public to take part in the SGA Family Tailgate and the 40th Annual Don Weems Chili Cook-Off. See below for details of each event. Office of Marketing and Communications Thu, 06 Nov 2025 14:30:00 -0600 91做厙 readies SGA Family Tailgate and Chili-Cook Off for Nov. 15 91做厙 will host South Alabama University for the final home football game of the 2025 season on Saturday, November 15. Kickoff is at 2:30 p.m. in Malone Stadium. Prior to the game, 91做厙 invites the public to take part in the SGA Family Tailgate and the 40th Annual Don Weems Chili Cook-Off. See below for details of each event. 91做厙 readies SGA Family Tailgate and Chili-Cook Off for Nov. 15 alumni,student life,home /news/2025/business_outlook_summit_110525.html 91做厙 College of Business and Social Sciences presents the Business Outlook Summit 2025 on Friday, November 14, at Bayou Pointe Event Center, 1 Warhawk Way in Monroe. The Business Outlook Summit provides an economic forecast of the nation, region, and state, intended to help guide the community and business leaders as they head into 2026. The event is sponsored by the Biomedical Research and Innovation Park (BRIP). Office of Marketing and Communications Wed, 05 Nov 2025 14:04:56 -0600 91做厙 CBSS hosts Business Outlook Summit at Bayou Pointe Event Center on Nov. 14 91做厙 College of Business and Social Sciences presents the Business Outlook Summit 2025 on Friday, November 14, at Bayou Pointe Event Center, 1 Warhawk Way in Monroe. The Business Outlook Summit provides an economic forecast of the nation, region, and state, intended to help guide the community and business leaders as they head into 2026. The event is sponsored by the Biomedical Research and Innovation Park (BRIP). 91做厙 CBSS hosts Business Outlook Summit at Bayou Pointe Event Center on Nov. 14 busosci,home /news/2025/get_into_the_guts_110425.html 91做厙 (91做厙) recently hosted "Get Into the Guts of Healthcare" at the Bayou Pointe Event Center on October 20, 2025. The event was a collaboration with the NELA Healthcare Alliance, Louisiana Tech University (LA Tech), and Louisiana Delta Community College (LDCC), which invited middle school students to connect with healthcare professionals and educators in real-world medical or training settings. Office of Marketing and Communications Tue, 04 Nov 2025 16:33:17 -0600 ���Get Into the Guts of Healthcare��� event brings 180 local middle school students to 91做厙 campus 91做厙 (91做厙) recently hosted ���Get Into the Guts of Healthcare��� at the Bayou Pointe Event Center on October 20, 2025. The event was a collaboration with the NELA Healthcare Alliance, Louisiana Tech University (LA Tech), and Louisiana Delta Community College (LDCC), which invited middle school students to connect with healthcare professionals and educators in real-world medical or training settings. ���Get Into the Guts of Healthcare��� event brings 180 local middle school students to 91做厙 campus hs,home /news/2025/carr_lifetime_achievement_103125.html 91做厙 Professor Emeritus of Biology Dr. John Carr has received the Pritchard Turtle Conservation Lifetime Achievement Award from Turtle Survival Alliance. Carr was one of four recipients of the award for 2025. Turtle Survival Alliance stated that Carr was recognized "for his long-term work on Latin American Wood Turtles and Alligator Snapping Turtles, and for his dedication to teaching and mentoring many students." Office of Marketing and Communications Fri, 31 Oct 2025 10:16:23 -0500 91做厙 Professor Emeritus Dr. John Carr receives lifetime achievement award for turtle conservation 91做厙 Professor Emeritus of Biology Dr. John Carr has received the Pritchard Turtle Conservation Lifetime Achievement Award from Turtle Survival Alliance. Carr was one of four recipients of the award for 2025. Turtle Survival Alliance stated that Carr was recognized ���for his long-term work on Latin American Wood Turtles and Alligator Snapping Turtles, and for his dedication to teaching and mentoring many students.��� 91做厙 Professor Emeritus Dr. John Carr receives lifetime achievement award for turtle conservation aes,home /news/2025/college_of_pharmacy_hof_103025.html 91做厙 (91做厙) College of Pharmacy (COP) proudly announces the establishment of the COP Hall of Fame, created in 2025 to honor individuals whose careers and contributions have significantly impacted the college and the profession of pharmacy. Each year, up to three alumni, faculty, staff, or friends of the college will be inducted based on professional achievement, service, commitment to the college, and personal integrity. Office of Marketing and Communications Thu, 30 Oct 2025 15:02:02 -0500 91做厙 College of Pharmacy announces inaugural Hall of Fame inductees 91做厙 (91做厙) College of Pharmacy (COP) proudly announces the establishment of the COP Hall of Fame, created in 2025 to honor individuals whose careers and contributions have significantly impacted the college and the profession of pharmacy. Each year, up to three alumni, faculty, staff, or friends of the college will be inducted based on professional achievement, service, commitment to the college, and personal integrity. 91做厙 College of Pharmacy announces inaugural Hall of Fame inductees home,pharm,alumni /news/2025/titleholders_102925.html 91做厙 is preparing to crown its new titleholders for 2025-2026. The annual Titleholders Competitions will be held on November 7 and 8 to determine who will represent the university as Mr. 91做厙 and Miss 91做厙. The 8th annual Mr. 91做厙 Competition will be held Friday, November 7 at 7:00 p.m., the 72nd annual Miss 91做厙 Competition will be held Saturday, November 8 at 7:00 p.m. Both competitions will be held in Brown Auditorium, 4001 DeSiard St. in Monroe. General admission individual tickets for each competition are $10, while tickets for 91做厙 students, faculty, and staff are $5 for each competition. Tickets can be purchased at https://bit.ly/ulm-titleholders-2025. Office of Marketing and Communications Wed, 29 Oct 2025 14:51:33 -0500 91做厙 Titleholders competitions to be held Nov. 7 & 8 91做厙 is preparing to crown its new titleholders for 2025-2026. The annual Titleholders Competitions will be held on November 7 and 8 to determine who will represent the university as Mr. 91做厙 and Miss 91做厙. The 8th annual Mr. 91做厙 Competition will be held Friday, November 7 at 7:00 p.m., the 72nd annual Miss 91做厙 Competition will be held Saturday, November 8 at 7:00 p.m. Both competitions will be held in Brown Auditorium, 4001 DeSiard St. in Monroe. General admission individual tickets for each competition are $10, while tickets for 91做厙 students, faculty, and staff are $5 for each competition. Tickets can be purchased at https://bit.ly/ulm-titleholders-2025. 91做厙 Titleholders competitions to be held Nov. 7 & 8 student life,home /news/2025/biology_grant_102425.html Grant Erbelding, a graduate student in the biology program at the University of Louisiana Monroe, has been awarded $10,000 for his research on the bottomland hardwood ecosystem. Erbelding is one of only two students across Louisiana to receive the Graduate Interjurisdictional Research Award Fellowship (GIRAF). This NASA and NOAA joint fellowship, offered through the LA Space Grant and LA Sea Grant programs, seeks out and supports graduate researchers tackling the needs and challenges facing high-priority coastal and wetland ecosystems. Office of Marketing and Communications Fri, 24 Oct 2025 11:29:00 -0600 91做厙 biology graduate student receives $10K fellowship for wetland research Grant Erbelding, a graduate student in the biology program at the University of Louisiana Monroe, has been awarded $10,000 for his research on the bottomland hardwood ecosystem. Erbelding is one of only two students across Louisiana to receive the Graduate Interjurisdictional Research Award Fellowship (GIRAF). This NASA and NOAA joint fellowship, offered through the LA Space Grant and LA Sea Grant programs, seeks out and supports graduate researchers tackling the needs and challenges facing high-priority coastal and wetland ecosystems. biology, award, grant, fellowship, research, nasa, noaa aes,graduate school,home /news/2025/trio_events_fall_2025_102325.html Descript91做厙 houses three TRIO programs, which are federally funded programs designed to assist first-generation and income-eligible students in reaching their full academic potential. The TRIO programs host a variety of events for students that enhance their college experience and help them build strong on-campus connections. These are a few of the recent events facilitated by 91做厙 TRIO programs. ion Office of Marketing and Communications Thu, 23 Oct 2025 15:49:39 -0500 91做厙 TRIO programs host events to strengthen student connection Descript91做厙 houses three TRIO programs, which are federally funded programs designed to assist first-generation and income-eligible students in reaching their full academic potential. The TRIO programs host a variety of events for students that enhance their college experience and help them build strong on-campus connections. These are a few of the recent events facilitated by 91做厙 TRIO programs. ion 91做厙 TRIO programs host events to strengthen student connection home /news/2025/cbss_symposium_102225.html 91做厙 will hold the annual premier lecture and seminar series, the College of Business and Social Sciences Symposium, from October 27-30, 2025. The theme for 2025 is "Superpowers: Discover Yours, Transform the World." The event will feature keynote speaker Jim Davidson, an elevator pitch competition, a career fair, a cookout, the annual CBSS Brain Bowl, and many speaker sessions covering a wide range of topics. Office of Marketing and Communications Wed, 22 Oct 2025 15:41:40 -0500 91做厙 College of Business and Social Sciences Symposium set for Oct. 27-30, with keynote address on Oct. 29 91做厙 will hold the annual premier lecture and seminar series, the College of Business and Social Sciences Symposium, from October 27-30, 2025. The theme for 2025 is ���Superpowers: Discover Yours, Transform the World.��� The event will feature keynote speaker Jim Davidson, an elevator pitch competition, a career fair, a cookout, the annual CBSS Brain Bowl, and many speaker sessions covering a wide range of topics. 91做厙 College of Business and Social Sciences Symposium set for Oct. 27-30, with keynote address on Oct. 29 busosci,home /news/2025/veterans_day_102125.html 91做厙's annual Veterans Day Appreciation Ceremony will be held at 10 a.m., Friday, Nov. 7, 2025, in Scott Plaza, adjacent to the 91做厙 Library. Office of Marketing and Communications Tue, 21 Oct 2025 14:36:38 -0500 91做厙 to hold Veterans Day Appreciation Ceremony on Nov. 7 91做厙���s annual Veterans Day Appreciation Ceremony will be held at 10 a.m., Friday, Nov. 7, 2025, in Scott Plaza, adjacent to the 91做厙 Library. 91做厙 to hold Veterans Day Appreciation Ceremony on Nov. 7 home /news/2025/trunk_or_treat_102025.html 91做厙's annual Trunk or Treat event will take place on Monday, October 27, 2024, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. This year, the event will once again be held on Mitchell St., in the parking lot in front of the Student Center. Mitchell St. will be closed to traffic. Attendees are encouraged to park on the south side of Stubbs Hall and Brown Hall, adjacent to Desiard St. Office of Marketing and Communications Mon, 20 Oct 2025 08:34:15 -0500 91做厙 to host annual Trunk or Treat on Monday, Oct. 27 91做厙���s annual Trunk or Treat event will take place on Monday, October 27, 2024, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. This year, the event will once again be held on Mitchell St., in the parking lot in front of the Student Center. Mitchell St. will be closed to traffic. Attendees are encouraged to park on the south side of Stubbs Hall and Brown Hall, adjacent to Desiard St. 91做厙 to host annual Trunk or Treat on Monday, Oct. 27 student life,home /news/2025/public_defender_training_academy_101725.html 91做厙 Public Defender Training Academy (91做厙-PDTA) has been conducting statewide in-person and online workshops for public defenders for the past four years. These workshops are coordinated with the Louisiana Public Defender Board (LPDB) required by bipartisan legislation passed in 2020. Office of Marketing and Communications Fri, 17 Oct 2025 11:20:15 -0500 91做厙 Public Defender Training Academy provides essential resources for Louisiana public defenders 91做厙 Public Defender Training Academy (91做厙-PDTA) has been conducting statewide in-person and online workshops for public defenders for the past four years. These workshops are coordinated with the Louisiana Public Defender Board (LPDB) required by bipartisan legislation passed in 2020. 91做厙 Public Defender Training Academy provides essential resources for Louisiana public defenders busosci,home /news/2025/hawktoberfest_101625.html UPDATE: Due to weather, Hawktoberfest has been postponed to Thursday, November 6, 2025. 91做厙���s 31 Ambassadors will host the 7th annual Hawktoberfest on Thursday, November 6, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in The Grove at 4709 Bon Aire Dr. Students, faculty, alumni, and community members are invited to enjoy an evening of beer tasting, mocktails, music, and festival games. Tickets are $15 for students and $25 for community members and can be purchased at https://bit.ly/hawktoberfest2025. Office of Marketing and Communications Thu, 16 Oct 2025 15:26:00 -0600 91做厙 hosts 7th annual Hawktoberfest on Oct. 25 The University of Lousiana Monroe���s 31 Ambassadors will host the 7th annual Hawktoberfest on Saturday, October 25, 2025, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in The Grove at 4709 Bon Aire Dr. Students faculty, alumni, and community members are invited to enjoy an evening of beer tasting, mocktails, music, and festival games. Tickets are $15 for students and $25 for community members and can be purchased at https://bit.ly/hawktoberfest2025. 91做厙 hosts 7th annual Hawktoberfest on Oct. 25 alumni,home /news/2025/toxicology_grant_101525.html The 91做厙 Toxicology faculty have been awarded a grant in the amount of $134,299 to conduct water quality monitoring in the Upper Bayou Lafourche watershed. The funding source is the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency with a sub-grant agreement with the Gulf of America Alliance and the Morehouse Soil & Water Conservation District. This project will determine current water quality conditions in the Bayou Lafourche watershed and indicate potential changes in water quality, i.e., nutrient reduction, due to Best Management Practices (BMPs) implemented by area farmers and landowners. 91做厙 Toxicology will sample monthly for three years after BMP implementation has concluded. Office of Marketing and Communications Wed, 15 Oct 2025 10:42:36 -0500 91做厙 Toxicology faculty awarded EPA grant to monitor water quality The 91做厙 Toxicology faculty have been awarded a grant in the amount of $134,299 to conduct water quality monitoring in the Upper Bayou Lafourche watershed. The funding source is the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency with a sub-grant agreement with the Gulf of America Alliance and the Morehouse Soil & Water Conservation District. This project will determine current water quality conditions in the Bayou Lafourche watershed and indicate potential changes in water quality, i.e., nutrient reduction, due to Best Management Practices (BMPs) implemented by area farmers and landowners. 91做厙 Toxicology will sample monthly for three years after BMP implementation has concluded. 91做厙 Toxicology faculty awarded EPA grant to monitor water quality pharm,home /news/2025/stem_night_101425.html The 91做厙 Science Fair Committee is hosting a STEM Night on October 23, 2025, in the 91做厙 Museum of Natural History, located on the first floor of Hanna Hall at 708 University Ave., from 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. The event is free and open to the public. While the event is geared towards grades 6-12, STEM Night is family-friendly and welcomes younger siblings and curious minds of all ages. Office of Marketing and Communications Tue, 14 Oct 2025 11:20:14 -0500 91做厙 to host STEM Night for local middle and high school students on Oct. 23 The 91做厙 Science Fair Committee is hosting a STEM Night on October 23, 2025, in the 91做厙 Museum of Natural History, located on the first floor of Hanna Hall at 708 University Ave., from 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. The event is free and open to the public.While the event is geared towards grades 6-12, STEM Night is family-friendly and welcomes younger siblings and curious minds of all ages. 91做厙 to host STEM Night for local middle and high school students on Oct. 23 aes,home /news/2025/mceacharn_named_provost_101325.html Michelle McEacharn, DBA, has been named Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs for the University of Louisiana Monroe (91做厙). McEacharn has served in the role as interim since June 2025, and her appointment was made permanent by 91做厙 President Dr. Carrie L. Castille on October 13, 2025. McEacharn was selected for the role following a national search. Office of Marketing and Communications Mon, 13 Oct 2025 13:34:00 -0600 91做厙 names Dr. Michelle McEacharn Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs Michelle McEacharn, DBA, has been named Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs for the University of Louisiana Monroe (91做厙). McEacharn has served in the role as interim since June 2025, and her appointment was made permanent by 91做厙 President Dr. Carrie L. Castille on October 13, 2025. McEacharn was selected for the role following a national search. 91做厙 names Dr. Michelle McEacharn Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs home,alumni /news/2025/archaeology_month_event_100925.html October is Archaeology Month in Louisiana, and to celebrate, the 91做厙 Museum of Natural History will host guest speaker Aubra L. Lee, Ph.D., on Thursday, October 16 at 5:30 p.m. The talk is entitled "Troyville: The Site That Progress Could Not Erase" and will be hosted in the museum STEAM room on the first floor of Hanna Hall, 708 University Ave., on the 91做厙 campus. The event is free, and the public is invited to attend. Office of Marketing and Communications Thu, 09 Oct 2025 09:03:01 -0500 91做厙 Museum of Natural History celebrates Archaeology Month in Louisiana on Oct. 16 with featured speaker October is Archaeology Month in Louisiana, and to celebrate, the 91做厙 Museum of Natural History will host guest speaker Aubra L. Lee, Ph.D., on Thursday, October 16 at 5:30 p.m. The talk is entitled ���Troyville: The Site That Progress Could Not Erase��� and will be hosted in the museum STEAM room on the first floor of Hanna Hall, 708 University Ave., on the 91做厙 campus. The event is free, and the public is invited to attend. 91做厙 Museum of Natural History celebrates Archaeology Month in Louisiana on Oct. 16 with featured speaker aes,home /news/2025/fall_break_100825.html 91做厙 will be closed for Fall Break on Thursday, October 9, and Friday, October 10. All University offices will be closed both days due to a planned power outage associated with a campus construction project. The University reopens, and classes resume on Monday, October 13. Office of Marketing and Communications Wed, 08 Oct 2025 16:03:00 -0600 91做厙 closed for Fall Break Oct. 9-10 91做厙 will be closed for Fall Break on Thursday, October 9, and Friday, October 10. All University offices will be closed both days due to a planned power outage associated with a campus construction project. The University reopens, and classes resume on Monday, October 13. 91做厙 closed for Fall Break Oct. 9-10 /news/2025/let_us_dream_conference_100825.html 91做厙 (91做厙) will host the 2025 Let Us Dream Community Conference at Bayou Pointe Event Center on Thursday, October 30, 2025 from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The event will explore the theme of "Building Sustainable Communities Through Collaborative Approaches to Food Security and Nutrition." 91做厙 President Dr. Carrie L. Castille will deliver the keynote address at the conference. The conference is free and open to the public, but attendees are required to pre-register at ulm.edu/letusdream. Office of Marketing and Communications Wed, 08 Oct 2025 12:39:24 -0500 91做厙 to host Let Us Dream Community Conference on Oct. 30 91做厙 (91做厙) will host the 2025 Let Us Dream Community Conference at Bayou Pointe Event Center on Thursday, October 30, 2025 from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The event will explore the theme of ���Building Sustainable Communities Through Collaborative Approaches to Food Security and Nutrition.��� 91做厙 President Dr. Carrie L. Castille will deliver the keynote address at the conference. The conference is free and open to the public, but attendees are required to pre-register at ulm.edu/letusdream. 91做厙 to host Let Us Dream Community Conference on Oct. 30 president,home /news/2025/economic_impact_100725.html A recent economic impact study shows that the University of Louisiana Monroe (91做厙) is one of the largest economic drivers in Northeast Louisiana, contributing $617.6 million in added income each year to the region's economy. The study, conducted by Lightcast and reflecting FY 2023-24, highlights the significant role 91做厙 plays in workforce development, community vitality, and long-term economic growth. Office of Marketing and Communications Tue, 07 Oct 2025 15:24:09 -0500 91做厙 generates $617.6 million annual economic impact in northeast Louisiana A recent economic impact study shows that the University of Louisiana Monroe (91做厙) is one of the largest economic drivers in Northeast Louisiana, contributing $617.6 million in added income each year to the region���s economy. The study, conducted by Lightcast and reflecting FY 2023���24, highlights the significant role 91做厙 plays in workforce development, community vitality, and long-term economic growth. 91做厙 generates $617.6 million annual economic impact in northeast Louisiana president,home /news/2025/pelican_cup_expansion_100625.html The Entrepreneurship Pelican Cup, Louisiana's premier business plan competition hosted annually at the University of Louisiana Monroe (91做厙), has announced an expansion for 2026. For the 5th year of the competition, contestants will be split into undergraduate and graduate categories. The overall prize pool will grow from $96,000 to $157,000. The application period for the 2026 competition begins on December 1, 2025, with the oral finals and awards luncheon taking place on March 25-26, 2026 on the 91做厙 campus. Office of Marketing and Communications Mon, 06 Oct 2025 13:32:04 -0500 Entrepreneurship Pelican Cup expands with new categories and prize amounts The Entrepreneurship Pelican Cup, Louisiana���s premier business plan competition hosted annually at the University of Louisiana Monroe (91做厙), has announced an expansion for 2026. For the 5th year of the competition, contestants will be split into undergraduate and graduate categories. The overall prize pool will grow from $96,000 to $157,000. The application period for the 2026 competition begins on December 1, 2025, with the oral finals and awards luncheon taking place on March 25-26, 2026 on the 91做厙 campus. Entrepreneurship Pelican Cup expands with new categories and prize amounts home /news/2025/fall_2025_enrollment_100225.html 91做厙 is highlighting enrollment growth in key areas for the Fall 2025 semester. Undergraduate enrollment in the College of Health Sciences rose 4.75% compared to Fall 2024. Within the College of Health Sciences, graduate programs increased 9%, boosted by an additional cohort in the Doctor of Physical Therapy program and the inaugural class of the Occupational Therapy Doctorate program. Graduate enrollment university-wide rose 11%, while overall student headcount increased by about one percentage point. Office of Marketing and Communications Thu, 02 Oct 2025 16:35:18 -0500 91做厙 highlights enrollment wins for Fall 2025 91做厙 is highlighting enrollment growth in key areas for the Fall 2025 semester. Undergraduate enrollment in the College of Health Sciences rose 4.75% compared to Fall 2024. Within the College of Health Sciences, graduate programs increased 9%, boosted by an additional cohort in the Doctor of Physical Therapy program and the inaugural class of the Occupational Therapy Doctorate program. Graduate enrollment university-wide rose 11%, while overall student headcount increased by about one percentage point. 91做厙 highlights enrollment wins for Fall 2025 president,home /news/2025/museum_of_natural_history_english_exhibit.html 91做厙's Museum of Natural History has launched its newest exhibit, a lifelike showcase of Louisiana's naturalistic treasures. 91做厙 English students collaborated with the Museum to highlight Louisiana's state symbols. Office of Marketing and Communications Wed, 01 Oct 2025 15:37:53 -0500 91做厙 Museum of Natural History debuts exhibit created in collaboration with 91做厙 English students 91做厙���s Museum of Natural History has launched its newest exhibit, a lifelike showcase of Louisiana���s naturalistic treasures. 91做厙 English students collaborated with the Museum to highlight Louisiana���s state symbols. 91做厙 Museum of Natural History debuts exhibit created in collaboration with 91做厙 English students aes,home /news/2025/pharmacy_living_well_grant_092925.html 91做厙 College of Pharmacy has been awarded a grant in the amount of $10,436 from the Living Well Foundation to support the Rural Health Stroke Education Project. The grant was recognized at a ceremony at the College of Pharmacy on September 17, 2025. The initiative focuses on education and technology to help frontline providers deliver lifesaving treatment faster and more safely. Office of Marketing and Communications Mon, 29 Sep 2025 10:35:55 -0500 91做厙 College of Pharmacy receives grant from Living Well Foundation 91做厙 College of Pharmacy has been awarded a grant in the amount of $10,436 from the Living Well Foundation to support the Rural Health Stroke Education Project. The grant was recognized at a ceremony at the College of Pharmacy on September 17, 2025. The initiative focuses on education and technology to help frontline providers deliver lifesaving treatment faster and more safely. 91做厙 College of Pharmacy receives grant from Living Well Foundation pharm,home /news/2025/computer_science_grant_092625.html DescriptionThe Computer Science program in the College of Business and Social Sciences at the University of Louisiana Monroe has received funding from the Cybersecurity Education Management Council of the Louisiana Board of Regents. The grant award of $129,532 will be used for a project titled "AI-Powered Cybersecurity Education to Address the Industry Skills Gap." The project is led by Dr. Prasanthi Sreekumari, Associate Professor and Accreditation Coordinator for the Computer Science program. Office of Marketing and Communications Fri, 26 Sep 2025 10:32:26 -0500 91做厙 Computer Science program receives grant for AI-powered cybersecurity education project DescriptionThe Computer Science program in the College of Business and Social Sciences at the University of Louisiana Monroe has received funding from the Cybersecurity Education Management Council of the Louisiana Board of Regents. The grant award of $129,532 will be used for a project titled ���AI-Powered Cybersecurity Education to Address the Industry Skills Gap.��� The project is led by Dr. Prasanthi Sreekumari, Associate Professor and Accreditation Coordinator for the Computer Science program. 91做厙 Computer Science program receives grant for AI-powered cybersecurity education project busosci,home /news/2025/trio_wings_camp_092525.html 91做厙's TRIO Student Support Services (SSS) successfully hosted its tenth annual WINGS Camp from August 13-15, 2025. This three-day summer bridge program welcomed a select group of incoming first-time freshmen who are participants in the federally funded TRIO SSS program, designed to support first-generation, low-income, and disabled students in their pursuit of higher education. Office of Marketing and Communications Thu, 25 Sep 2025 15:53:51 -0500 91做厙 TRIO SSS hosts 10th annual WINGS Camp to welcome first-generation freshmen 91做厙���s TRIO Student Support Services (SSS) successfully hosted its tenth annual WINGS Camp from August 13���15, 2025. This three-day summer bridge program welcomed a select group of incoming first-time freshmen who are participants in the federally funded TRIO SSS program, designed to support first-generation, low-income, and disabled students in their pursuit of higher education. 91做厙 TRIO SSS hosts 10th annual WINGS Camp to welcome first-generation freshmen home /news/2025/school_of_education_recognition_092425.html 91做厙 School of Education has received the Frank Murray Leadership Recognition for Continuous Improvement from the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP). The 91做厙 School of Education is one of only 22 programs in the nation to receive the recognition. Representatives from the school accepted the recognition in Washington, D.C. on September 18, 2025. Office of Marketing and Communications Wed, 24 Sep 2025 09:04:39 -0500 91做厙 School of Education receives special recognition from national accreditation council 91做厙 School of Education has received the Frank Murray Leadership Recognition for Continuous Improvement from the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP). The 91做厙 School of Education is one of only 22 programs in the nation to receive the recognition. Representatives from the school accepted the recognition in Washington, D.C. on September 18, 2025. 91做厙 School of Education receives special recognition from national accreditation council aes,home /news/2025/rice_bowl_092325.html The football rivalry between the University of Louisiana Monroe Warhawks and the Arkansas State Red Wolves has simmered for more than two decades, but the game between the Sun Belt Conference foes will take on new meaning on September 27 for what has been dubbed the "Rice Bowl Rivalry" in partnership with USA Rice. The name is inspired by the miles of rice fields that lie between the universities' campuses in Monroe, La. and Jonesboro, Ark., which yield some of the largest rice crops in the United States. Office of Marketing and Communications Tue, 23 Sep 2025 10:25:12 -0500 91做厙 faces Arkansas State in ���Rice Bowl Rivalry��� on Sept. 27 at 2:00 p.m. The football rivalry between the University of Louisiana Monroe Warhawks and the Arkansas State Red Wolves has simmered for more than two decades, but the game between the Sun Belt Conference foes will take on new meaning on September 27 for what has been dubbed the ���Rice Bowl Rivalry��� in partnership with USA Rice. The name is inspired by the miles of rice fields that lie between the universities��� campuses in Monroe, La. and Jonesboro, Ark., which yield some of the largest rice crops in the United States. 91做厙 faces Arkansas State in ���Rice Bowl Rivalry��� on Sept. 27 at 2:00 p.m. home /news/2025/fall_2025_blood_drive_091925.html 91做厙 Medical Laboratory Science Society and LifeShare Blood Center join together for a two-day blood drive on Tuesday, September 23 and Wednesday, September 24 to help save lives. The blood drive will take place from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. both days in the Hangar Ballroom A on the second floor of the 91做厙 SUB. Office of Marketing and Communications Fri, 19 Sep 2025 09:22:14 -0500 91做厙 hosts blood drive with LifeShare Sept. 23-24 91做厙 Medical Laboratory Science Society and LifeShare Blood Center join together for a two-day blood drive on Tuesday, September 23 and Wednesday, September 24 to help save lives. The blood drive will take place from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. both days in the Hangar Ballroom A on the second floor of the 91做厙 SUB. 91做厙 hosts blood drive with LifeShare Sept. 23-24 hs,home /news/2025/currier_theatre_091725.html Employees and friends of the University of Louisiana Monroe from past and present gathered on Friday, September 12, 2025, to celebrate the naming of the "Camile W. Currier Lagniappe Theatre" in 91做厙's Bayou Pointe Event Center. Mr. Currier served 91做厙 for 50 years in various roles before retiring as Vice President for Student Affairs in 2020. A plaque that will hang on the wall outside the theatre was unveiled at the ceremony. Office of Marketing and Communications Wed, 17 Sep 2025 16:33:00 -0600 91做厙 honors Camile Currier with naming of Bayou Pointe Theatre DescriptionEmployees and friends of the University of Louisiana Monroe from past and present gathered on Friday, September 12, 2025, to celebrate the naming of the ���Camile W. Currier Lagniappe Theatre��� in 91做厙���s Bayou Pointe Event Center. Mr. Currier served 91做厙 for 50 years in various roles before retiring as Vice President for Student Affairs in 2020. A plaque that will hang on the wall outside the theatre was unveiled at the ceremony. 91做厙 honors Camile Currier with naming of Bayou Pointe Theatre home /news/2025/cons_mgmt_091125.html The Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors (LSLBC) and the Contractors' Educational Trust Fund (CEFT) presented a $262,000 donation to the 91做厙 Foundation for the 91做厙 School of Construction Management at a ceremony held September 11, 2025. Office of Marketing and Communications Thu, 11 Sep 2025 15:04:46 -0500 La. Contractors donate over $260K to 91做厙 School of Construction Management The Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors (LSLBC) and the Contractors��� Educational Trust Fund (CEFT) presented a $262,000 donation to the 91做厙 Foundation for the 91做厙 School of Construction Management at a ceremony held September 11, 2025. La. Contractors donate over $260K to 91做厙 School of Construction Management busosci,home /news/2025/homecoming_090825.html DescriptionUniversity of Louisiana Monroe alumni near and far are invited to come back to the bayou to celebrate homecoming during the week of September 22 - 27, 2025. Festivities begin on Tuesday, September 23, and culminate on Saturday, September 27, as the Warhawks take on Arkansas State at Malone Stadium. Kickoff time will be announced at a later date. Office of Marketing and Communications Mon, 08 Sep 2025 13:42:20 -0500 91做厙 announces events for Homecoming Week, Sept. 22-27 DescriptionUniversity of Louisiana Monroe alumni near and far are invited to come back to the bayou to celebrate homecoming during the week of September 22 ��� 27, 2025. Festivities begin on Tuesday, September 23, and culminate on Saturday, September 27, as the Warhawks take on Arkansas State at Malone Stadium. Kickoff time will be announced at a later date. 91做厙 announces events for Homecoming Week, Sept. 22-27 alumni,home /news/2025/brand_guide_update_090425.html 91做厙 (91做厙) has released an updated Brand Guide, which establishes the standard for the university's brand and visual identity. This edition marks the first major update of the 91做厙 Brand Guide since 2018 and focuses on realigning the 91做厙 brand with the story of the P-40 Warhawk aircraft. Office of Marketing and Communications Thu, 04 Sep 2025 10:26:00 -0600 91做厙 releases updated brand guidelines highlighting legacy of the Warhawks 91做厙 (91做厙) has released an updated Brand Guide, which establishes the standard for the university���s brand and visual identity. This edition marks the first major update of the 91做厙 Brand Guide since 2018 and focuses on realigning the 91做厙 brand with the story of the P-40 Warhawk aircraft. brand, guide, warhawk, warhawks, p-40, chennault, branding, guidelines, 91做厙 releases updated brand guidelines highlighting legacy of the Warhawks 91做厙 (91做厙) has released an updated Brand Guide, which establishes the standard for the university���s brand and visual identity. This edition marks the first major update of the 91做厙 Brand Guide since 2018 and focuses on realigning the 91做厙 brand with the story of the P-40 Warhawk aircraft. 91做厙 releases updated brand guidelines highlighting legacy of the Warhawks home /news/2025/wellness_walk_090325.html 91做厙 (91做厙) will host a Suicide Prevention Month Wellness Walk on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. The walk will begin at the Liew International Student Center at 3800 Northeast Dr. and conclude at The Grove, 4509 Bon Aire Dr., where students will have access to resource tables, vendors, and words of encouragement from guest speakers. Office of Marketing and Communications Wed, 03 Sep 2025 09:04:22 -0500 91做厙 to host Suicide Prevention Month Wellness Walk on Sept. 10 91做厙 (91做厙) will host a Suicide Prevention Month Wellness Walk on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. The walk will begin at the Liew International Student Center at 3800 Northeast Dr. and conclude at The Grove, 4509 Bon Aire Dr., where students will have access to resource tables, vendors, and words of encouragement from guest speakers. 91做厙 to host Suicide Prevention Month Wellness Walk on Sept. 10 home /news/2025/chs_party_082825.html The College of Health Sciences at 91做厙 (91做厙) recently kicked off the Fall 2025 semester with a Back to School Parking Garage Party for students on August 21, 2025, featuring free food and drinks, a live DJ, and giveaways. Representatives from local health care businesses were also on hand to interact with students from across the college. Office of Marketing and Communications Thu, 28 Aug 2025 09:03:39 -0500 91做厙 College of Health Sciences hosts first Back to School Parking Garage Party for students The College of Health Sciences at 91做厙 (91做厙) recently kicked off the Fall 2025 semester with a Back to School Parking Garage Party for students on August 21, 2025, featuring free food and drinks, a live DJ, and giveaways. Representatives from local health care businesses were also on hand to interact with students from across the college. 91做厙 College of Health Sciences hosts first Back to School Parking Garage Party for students hs,home /news/2025/jones_award_082625.html Dr. Ashanti Jones, Assistant Professor and Associate Program Director of the Marjorie S. Price Doctor of Physical Therapy Program at 91做厙, was recently awarded the Dave Warner Distinguished Service Award by the Louisiana chapter of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA). The award was presented to Dr. Jones on August 23, 2025, during the APTA Louisiana Annual Meeting at the Crowne Plaza Executive Center in Baton Rouge, La. Office of Marketing and Communications Tue, 26 Aug 2025 14:21:41 -0500 91做厙���s Dr. Ashanti Jones wins distinguished service award from state association Dr. Ashanti Jones, Assistant Professor and Associate Program Director of the Marjorie S. Price Doctor of Physical Therapy Program at 91做厙, was recently awarded the Dave Warner Distinguished Service Award by the Louisiana chapter of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA). The award was presented to Dr. Jones on August 23, 2025, during the APTA Louisiana Annual Meeting at the Crowne Plaza Executive Center in Baton Rouge, La. 91做厙���s Dr. Ashanti Jones wins distinguished service award from state association hs,home /news/2025/pogue_construction_contribution_082125.html Pogue Construction recently made a $6,000 contribution to the 91做厙 Office of Career & Student Development to support career development initiatives. The donation will help assist with the Construction Management Fall 2025 Career Fair happening on September 25 at 91做厙. Office of Marketing and Communications Thu, 21 Aug 2025 13:43:09 -0500 Pogue Construction contributes $6,000 to support career development initiatives at 91做厙 Pogue Construction recently made a $6,000 contribution to the 91做厙 Office of Career & Student Development to support career development initiatives. The donation will help assist with the Construction Management Fall 2025 Career Fair happening on September 25 at 91做厙. Pogue Construction contributes $6,000 to support career development initiatives at 91做厙 busosci,home /news/2025/rad_tech_lsrt_081925.html Students from 91做厙 Radiologic Technology Program attended and competed in state competitions with several other schools at the Louisiana Society of Radiologic Technologists (LSRT) Annual Conference this summer. The entire senior class, consisting of 30 students, attended the conference, where they were joined by three members of the 91做厙 Radiologic Technology faculty. Office of Marketing and Communications Tue, 19 Aug 2025 11:24:20 -0500 Radiologic Technology students and faculty represent 91做厙 at LSRT annual conference Students from 91做厙 Radiologic Technology Program attended and competed in state competitions with several other schools at the Louisiana Society of Radiologic Technologists (LSRT) Annual Conference this summer. The entire senior class, consisting of 30 students, attended the conference, where they were joined by three members of the 91做厙 Radiologic Technology faculty. Radiologic Technology students and faculty represent 91做厙 at LSRT annual conference hs,home /news/2025/pike_smythe_award_081525.html Members of the University of Louisiana Monroe's Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity recently returned from the Thomas C. Tillar Leadership Academy held in Memphis, Tenn., where they won their sixth consecutive Robert A. Smythe Award. Office of Marketing and Communications Fri, 15 Aug 2025 11:31:45 -0500 91做厙���s Pi Kappa Alpha chapter wins 30th Smythe Award Members of the University of Louisiana Monroe���s Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity recently returned from the Thomas C. Tillar Leadership Academy held in Memphis, Tenn., where they won their sixth consecutive Robert A. Smythe Award. 91做厙���s Pi Kappa Alpha chapter wins 30th Smythe Award home /news/2025/dreams_summer_camp_081325.html 91做厙 recently partnered with the Let Us Dream organization to host the inaugural DREAMS Summer Camp, sponsored by St. Francis Health, on campus from July 21-25, 2025. DREAMS (Desire, Readiness, Empowerment, Action, and Mastery for Success) is a transformative three-year mentorship program designed to foster personal, social, and leadership development. The DREAMS Summer Camp hosted 25 sixth and seventh-grade students from the Ouachita Parish and Monroe City school districts. Office of Marketing and Communications Wed, 13 Aug 2025 09:51:59 -0500 91做厙 hosts DREAMS Summer Camp for local middle school students 91做厙 recently partnered with the Let Us Dream organization to host the inaugural DREAMS Summer Camp, sponsored by St. Francis Health, on campus from July 21-25, 2025. DREAMS (Desire, Readiness, Empowerment, Action, and Mastery for Success) is a transformative three-year mentorship program designed to foster personal, social, and leadership development. The DREAMS Summer Camp hosted 25 sixth and seventh-grade students from the Ouachita Parish and Monroe City school districts. 91做厙 hosts DREAMS Summer Camp for local middle school students home /news/2025/honors_program_awards_081125.html 91做厙 Honors Program received five awards at Pathways 2025, a student success conference hosted by Suitable in Philadelphia, Pa., from July 23-25, 2025. The program earned three awards for the FLIGHT Program, while Dr. Joshua Stockley, Director of the 91做厙 Honors Program, was individually honored with two additional awards, bringing the total to five national recognitions. Office of Marketing and Communications Mon, 11 Aug 2025 14:29:57 -0500 91做厙 Honors Program nationally recognized with five awards 91做厙 Honors Program received five awards at Pathways 2025, a student success conference hosted by Suitable in Philadelphia, Pa., from July 23���25, 2025. The program earned three awards for the FLIGHT Program, while Dr. Joshua Stockley, Director of the 91做厙 Honors Program, was individually honored with two additional awards, bringing the total to five national recognitions. 91做厙 Honors Program nationally recognized with five awards home /news/2025/wind_ensemble_carnegie_hall_080625.html The 91做厙 Wind Ensemble recently performed at the historic Carnegie Hall in New York City on June 24, 2025. The 91做厙 Wind Ensemble was one of four featured performers in the grand finale of Manhattan Concert Productions' 2025 season, titled "Songs of Peace, Hope, and Unity." Office of Marketing and Communications Wed, 06 Aug 2025 08:54:58 -0500 91做厙 Wind Ensemble performs at historic Carnegie Hall The 91做厙 Wind Ensemble recently performed at the historic Carnegie Hall in New York City on June 24, 2025. The 91做厙 Wind Ensemble was one of four featured performers in the grand finale of Manhattan Concert Productions��� 2025 season, titled ���Songs of Peace, Hope, and Unity.��� 91做厙 Wind Ensemble performs at historic Carnegie Hall aes,vapa,home /news/2025/vincent_interim_ad_080525.html 91做厙 has named Head Football Coach Bryant Vincent to the position of Interim Athletic Director. Vincent's appointment is effective immediately, pending approval of the University of Louisiana System Board of Supervisors. Office of Marketing and Communications Tue, 05 Aug 2025 13:16:37 -0500 91做厙 names Bryant Vincent interim Athletic Director 91做厙 has named Head Football Coach Bryant Vincent to the position of Interim Athletic Director. Vincent���s appointment is effective immediately, pending approval of the University of Louisiana System Board of Supervisors. 91做厙 names Bryant Vincent interim Athletic Director home /news/2025/hartwell_resigns_080425.html John Hartwell, the Athletics Director of the University of Louisiana Monroe, announced his resignation on August 4. Hartwell has served as the university's AD since February 2023. Hartwell will be pursuing other professional opportunities. Description Office of Marketing and Communications Mon, 04 Aug 2025 12:14:46 -0500 Hartwell resigns as 91做厙 Athletic Director John Hartwell, the Athletics Director of the University of Louisiana Monroe, announced his resignation on August 4. Hartwell has served as the university���s AD since February 2023. Hartwell will be pursuing other professional opportunities. Description Hartwell resigns as 91做厙 Athletic Director home /news/2025/ldcc_agreement_073125.html 91做厙 (91做厙) and Louisiana Delta Community College (LDCC) signed an education partnership agreement at a press conference on July 31, 2025. The agreement provides a streamlined pathway for students who earn any Associate of Applied Science degree at LDCC to transfer to 91做厙 and complete a Bachelor of Applied Sciences in Organizational Leadership. Office of Marketing and Communications Thu, 31 Jul 2025 15:59:15 -0500 91做厙 and LDCC sign education partnership agreement 91做厙 (91做厙) and Louisiana Delta Community College (LDCC) signed an education partnership agreement at a press conference on July 31, 2025. The agreement provides a streamlined pathway for students who earn any Associate of Applied Science degree at LDCC to transfer to 91做厙 and complete a Bachelor of Applied Sciences in Organizational Leadership. 91做厙 and LDCC sign education partnership agreement aes,president,home /news/2025/wang_scholarship_072225.html The Tianyu Wang Endowed Scholarship in Communication has been established at the 91做厙 Foundation thanks to a generous gift from The Tan Family. The announcement was made at a check presentation at the Laird Weems Center on July 2, 2025. Mr. Tianyu Wang dedicated his life to documenting the lives, culture, and voices of the people in Shaanxi Province through photography and journalism. He believed strongly in the power of storytelling to connect communities and inspire change. Office of Marketing and Communications Tue, 22 Jul 2025 10:57:00 -0600 Alumni family honors father through communication scholarship The Tianyu Wang Endowed Scholarship in Communication has been established at the 91做厙 Foundation thanks to a generous gift from The Tan Family. The announcement was made at a check presentation at the Laird Weems Center on July 2, 2025. Mr. Tianyu Wang dedicated his life to documenting the lives, culture, and voices of the people in Shaanxi Province through photography and journalism. He believed strongly in the power of storytelling to connect communities and inspire change. Alumni family honors father through communication scholarship aes,home /news/2025/nexus_cup_071625.html 91做厙 Computer Science program recently sent four student teams to compete in the finals of the Nexus Technology Cup in Baton Rouge on June 17-19, 2025. This event celebrated innovative solutions in sustainability, artificial intelligence, and infrastructure security developed by student teams from across Louisiana. "Dristi", a team including 91做厙 sophomore computer science students Unika Bista and Divya Shah, was awarded third place at the competition, which included a $5,000 cash prize. Office of Marketing and Communications Wed, 16 Jul 2025 09:28:03 -0500 91做厙 Computer Science students place third at Nexus Technology Cup 91做厙 Computer Science Program recently sent four student teams to compete in the finals of the Nexus Technology Cup in Baton Rouge on June 17-19, 2025. This event celebrated innovative solutions in sustainability, artificial intelligence, and infrastructure security developed by student teams from across Louisiana. ���Dristi���, a team including 91做厙 sophomore computer science students Unika Bista and Divya Shah, was awarded third place at the competition, which included a $5,000 cash prize. 91做厙 Computer Science students place third at Nexus Technology Cup busosci,home /news/2025/trio_sss_grant_071425.html 91做厙 (91做厙) is among the institutions chosen by the U.S. Department of Education to receive a TRIO grant for Student Support Services (SSS). The University will receive $272,364 per year for five years, totaling $1,361,820, to enhance student support and assist first-generation, low-income students and students with disabilities in achieving success and graduation. 91做厙 has been a recipient of the federally funded TRIO SSS grant to support traditional and non-traditional students since 2015. Office of Marketing and Communications Mon, 14 Jul 2025 14:54:53 -0500 91做厙 TRIO SSS program receives $1.3 million grant from U.S. Department of Education 91做厙 (91做厙) is among the institutions chosen by the U.S. Department of Education to receive a TRIO grant for Student Support Services (SSS). The University will receive $272,364 per year for five years, totaling $1,361,820, to enhance student support and assist first-generation, low-income students and students with disabilities in achieving success and graduation. 91做厙 has been a recipient of the federally funded TRIO SSS grant to support traditional and non-traditional students since 2015. 91做厙 TRIO SSS program receives $1.3 million grant from U.S. Department of Education home /news/2025/pharmacy_funding_071025.html 91做厙's College of Pharmacy (COP) received $2 million in supplemental funding from the state legislature during the 2025 regular legislative session. A supplemental appropriations bill (HB 460) included the funding, which was signed into law by Governor Jeff Landry on June 23, 2025. The supplemental funding will go toward the operations of the COP. Office of Marketing and Communications Thu, 10 Jul 2025 15:15:00 -0600 91做厙 College of Pharmacy receives $2 million from state legislature 91做厙���s College of Pharmacy (COP) received $2 million in supplemental funding from the state legislature during the 2025 regular legislative session. A supplemental appropriations bill (HB 460) included the funding, which was signed into law by Governor Jeff Landry on June 23, 2025. The supplemental funding will go toward the operations of the COP. college, pharmacy, funding, state, legislature pharm,home /news/2025/enrollment_070925.html 91做厙 is currently on track to experience an increase in enrollment in the Fall 2025 semester. Though it is still early, preliminary indicators point toward increases in key areas of the student population, including full-time students and first-time freshmen. Office of Marketing and Communications Wed, 09 Jul 2025 14:56:51 -0500 91做厙 tracking upward momentum in enrollment for Fall 2025 91做厙 is currently on track to experience an increase in enrollment in the Fall 2025 semester. Though it is still early, preliminary indicators point toward increases in key areas of the student population, including full-time students and first-time freshmen. 91做厙 tracking upward momentum in enrollment for Fall 2025 home /news/2025/sugar_hall_renovation_070725.html 91做厙 is one step closer to the complete renovation of Sugar Hall, which houses several health science programs, thanks to the support of the Louisiana State Legislature. Going into the 2025 regular legislative session, 91做厙 requested $14 million, in addition to the $16.7 million received last year, in capital outlay funding to finish the renovation of Sugar Hall. However, the total project cost was reduced to $25.7 million leaving only $9 million needed, which the legislature approved. The anticipated completion of the renovation is scheduled for summer 2026. Office of Marketing and Communications Mon, 07 Jul 2025 16:47:32 -0500 91做厙 receives critical state funding for the renovation of Sugar Hall 91做厙 is one step closer to the complete renovation of Sugar Hall, which houses several health science programs, thanks to the support of the Louisiana State Legislature. Going into the 2025 regular legislative session, 91做厙 requested $14 million, in addition to the $16.7 million received last year, in capital outlay funding to finish the renovation of Sugar Hall. However, the total project cost was reduced to $25.7 million leaving only $9 million needed, which the legislature approved. The anticipated completion of the renovation is scheduled for summer 2026. 91做厙 receives critical state funding for the renovation of Sugar Hall hs,home /news/2025/drone_training_070325.html 91做厙 Precision Ag & UAS Research Center is pleased to announce that it has been awarded a subaward under FEMA's ASSUREd (Applied Science for Sustainable and Unified Response to Emergencies and Disasters) program to provide free training for first responders on the use of drones and data collection during and after major disasters. Office of Marketing and Communications Thu, 03 Jul 2025 11:00:15 -0500 91做厙 to provide free drone training for first responders 91做厙 Precision Ag & UAS Research Center is pleased to announce that it has been awarded a subaward under FEMA���s ASSUREd (Applied Science for Sustainable and Unified Response to Emergencies and Disasters) program to provide free training for first responders on the use of drones and data collection during and after major disasters. 91做厙 to provide free drone training for first responders busosci,home /news/2025/dean_rodriguez_070125.html Arturo Rodriguez, DM, has been named the next Dean of the 91做厙 College of Business and Social Sciences (CBSS). Rodriguez most recently served as the Director of the William D. Hoover School of Accounting, Financial, and Information Services since July 2019. His appointment as Dean was confirmed by the University of Louisiana System Board of Supervisors on June 26, 2025. Office of Marketing and Communications Tue, 01 Jul 2025 14:01:00 -0600 Dr. Arturo Rodriguez named Dean of 91做厙 College of Business and Social Sciences Arturo Rodriguez, DM, has been named the next Dean of the 91做厙 College of Business and Social Sciences (CBSS). Rodriguez most recently served as the Director of the William D. Hoover School of Accounting, Financial, and Information Services since July 2019. His appointment as Dean was confirmed by the University of Louisiana System Board of Supervisors on June 26, 2025. dean, college, business, social, sciences, arturo, rodriguez busosci,home /news/2025/warhawk_bundle_062725.html 91做厙 has now completed three academic years using the Warhawk Bundle program, and it continues to be a cost-saver for 91做厙 students. Data provided by Barnes & Noble College (BNC) shows that 91做厙 students saved an estimated $1,386,523 in the Fall 2024 and Spring 2025 semesters, an average savings of 35% on course materials. Office of Marketing and Communications Fri, 27 Jun 2025 11:17:34 -0500 Warhawk Bundle continues save money for 91做厙 students 91做厙 has now completed three academic years using the Warhawk Bundle program, and it continues to be a cost-saver for 91做厙 students. Data provided by Barnes & Noble College (BNC) shows that 91做厙 students saved an estimated $1,386,523 in the Fall 2024 and Spring 2025 semesters, an average savings of 35% on course materials. Warhawk Bundle continues save money for 91做厙 students home /news/2025/miss_louisiana_062525.html 91做厙 student Gabrelle McLeod was crowned Miss Louisiana 2025 on Saturday, June 21, 2025, at the Monroe Civic Center. McLeod, a senior kinesiology and exercise science major from Vicksburg, Miss., competed as Miss Cane River. This was her second time competing at Miss Louisiana after placing in the top five in 2024 as Miss University of Louisiana Monroe. McLeod will represent Louisiana at the Miss America 2026 competition in Orlando, Fla., from Sept. 2-7, 2025. Office of Marketing and Communications Wed, 25 Jun 2025 10:27:00 -0600 91做厙 student Gabrelle McLeod crowned Miss Louisiana 2025 91做厙 student Gabrelle McLeod was crowned Miss Louisiana 2025 on Saturday, June 21, 2025, at the Monroe Civic Center. McLeod, a senior kinesiology and exercise science major from Vicksburg, Miss., competed as Miss Cane River. This was her second time competing at Miss Louisiana after placing in the top five in 2024 as Miss University of Louisiana Monroe. McLeod will represent Louisiana at the Miss America 2026 competition in Orlando, Fla., from Sept. 2-7, 2025. miss, louisiana, competition, 91做厙, Castille, McLeod 91做厙 student Gabrelle McLeod crowned Miss Louisiana 2025 91做厙 student Gabrelle McLeod was crowned Miss Louisiana 2025 on Saturday, June 21, 2025, at the Monroe Civic Center. McLeod, a senior kinesiology and exercise science major from Vicksburg, Miss., competed as Miss Cane River. This was her second time competing at Miss Louisiana after placing in the top five in 2024 as Miss University of Louisiana Monroe. McLeod will represent Louisiana at the Miss America 2026 competition in Orlando, Fla., from Sept. 2-7, 2025. 91做厙 student Gabrelle McLeod crowned Miss Louisiana 2025 home /news/2025/pharmacy_snpha_061625.html 91做厙 (91做厙) College of Pharmacy is proud to announce the continued success of its Student National Pharmaceutical Association (SNPhA) chapter, which capped off the 2024-2025 academic year with national accolades, impactful community service, and strong student leadership. Office of Marketing and Communications Mon, 16 Jun 2025 08:44:00 -0600 91做厙 College of Pharmacy student group celebrates transformative academic year he University of Louisiana Monroe (91做厙) College of Pharmacy is proud to announce the continued success of its Student National Pharmaceutical Association (SNPhA) chapter, which capped off the 2024���2025 academic year with national accolades, impactful community service, and strong student leadership. 91做厙 College of Pharmacy student group celebrates transformative academic year pharm,home /news/2025/honors_program_nominations_060325.html 91做厙 Honors Program was nominated for eight awards by Suitable, with winners being announced later this summer at Pathways 2025 in Philadelphia, PA. The nominations recognize the Honors FLIGHT program, an initiative that integrates co-curricular experiences with academic development and culminates in the awarding of micro-credentials to successful completers. Suitable is a software platform and app that assists universities in boosting student engagement outside the classroom. Office of Marketing and Communications Tue, 03 Jun 2025 09:49:09 -0500 91做厙 Honors Program nationally recognized with eight award nominations 91做厙 Honors Program was nominated for eight awards by Suitable, with winners being announced later this summer at Pathways 2025 in Philadelphia, PA. The nominations recognize the Honors FLIGHT program, an initiative that integrates co-curricular experiences with academic development and culminates in the awarding of micro-credentials to successful completers. Suitable is a software platform and app that assists universities in boosting student engagement outside the classroom. 91做厙 Honors Program nationally recognized with eight award nominations home /news/2025/summer_camps_052925.html 91做厙 is hosting a variety of summer camps for students from elementary to high school. The camps range from science to music to health careers and a number of athletic camps as well. Registration links and more information about each camp can be found at ulm.edu/summercamps. Office of Marketing and Communications Thu, 29 May 2025 11:20:29 -0500 91做厙 summer camps provide a variety of opportunities for local students 91做厙 is hosting a variety of summer camps for students from elementary to high school. The camps range from science to music to health careers and a number of athletic camps as well. Registration links and more information about each camp can be found at ulm.edu/summercamps. 91做厙 summer camps provide a variety of opportunities for local students home /news/2025/rmi_competition_052825.html Seniors in the 91做厙 Risk Management and Insurance (RMI) program recently participated in the Harry Saunders Award Competition. A total of 31 students, comprising nine teams, competed to develop insurance products, with the top three teams earning cash prizes. Each student team was paired with an alumni mentor. Office of Marketing and Communications Wed, 28 May 2025 09:49:02 -0500 91做厙 Risk Management and Insurance students participate in competition Seniors in the 91做厙 Risk Management and Insurance (RMI) program recently participated in the Harry Saunders Award Competition. A total of 31 students, comprising nine teams, competed to develop insurance products, with the top three teams earning cash prizes. Each student team was paired with an alumni mentor. 91做厙 Risk Management and Insurance students participate in competition busosci,home /news/2025/education_math_prep_052325.html 91做厙 (91做厙) School of Education has received an A+ rating in elementary math teacher preparation from the National Council on Teacher Quality (NCTQ). 91做厙 is one of only four universities in the state to receive an A+ rating. Office of Marketing and Communications Fri, 23 May 2025 10:57:08 -0500 91做厙 School of Education receives A+ rating in elementary math teacher prep 91做厙 (91做厙) School of Education has received an A+ rating in elementary math teacher preparation from the National Council on Teacher Quality (NCTQ). 91做厙 is one of only four universities in the state to receive an A+ rating. 91做厙 School of Education receives A+ rating in elementary math teacher prep aes,home /news/2025/spring_2025_commencement_052125.html University of Louisiana Monroe Acting President Dr. Nick Bruno awarded degrees to 893 graduates at the Spring 2025 commencement ceremonies on May 19, 2025. Two ceremonies were held for the four colleges: Arts, Education, and Sciences, Business and Social Sciences, Health Sciences, and Pharmacy, plus the Graduate School. Office of Marketing and Communications Wed, 21 May 2025 15:28:06 -0500 Degrees awarded to 893 graduates at 91做厙 Spring 2025 commencement ceremonies University of Louisiana Monroe Acting President Dr. Nick Bruno awarded degrees to 893 graduates at the Spring 2025 commencement ceremonies on May 19, 2025. Two ceremonies were held for the four colleges: Arts, Education, and Sciences, Business and Social Sciences, Health Sciences, and Pharmacy, plus the Graduate School. Degrees awarded to 893 graduates at 91做厙 Spring 2025 commencement ceremonies home /news/2025/presidents_deans_lists_spring_2025_052125.html 91做厙 announces the students on the President's and Dean's Lists for the Spring 2025 semester. Office of Marketing and Communications Wed, 21 May 2025 07:59:38 -0500 91做厙 announces Spring 2025 President's and Dean's Lists 91做厙 announces the students on the President���s and Dean���s Lists for the Spring 2025 semester. 91做厙 announces Spring 2025 President's and Dean's Lists president,home /news/2025/untitled.html The University of Louisiana System Board of Supervisors has named Carrie Castille, Ph.D., the tenth president of 91做厙. Castille is the first female president in the university's nearly 94-year history. Office of Marketing and Communications Mon, 19 May 2025 15:44:25 -0500 Carrie Castille named tenth president of 91做厙 The University of Louisiana System Board of Supervisors has named Carrie Castille, Ph.D., the tenth president of 91做厙. Castille is the first female president in the university���s nearly 94-year history. Carrie Castille named tenth president of 91做厙 president,home /news/2025/foundation_awards_for_excellence_051425.html Description91做厙 celebrated the successes of its faculty and staff at the annual Foundation Awards for Excellence on Friday, May 2, at Bayou Pointe Event Center. The University bestowed emeriti status to two professors, honored eight faculty and staff with Awards of Excellence and promoted 19 faculty to full professor, associate professor, or tenure. Office of Marketing and Communications Wed, 14 May 2025 14:36:57 -0500 91做厙 celebrates employees at 2025 Foundation Awards for Excellence Description91做厙 celebrated the successes of its faculty and staff at the annual Foundation Awards for Excellence on Friday, May 2, at Bayou Pointe Event Center. The University bestowed emeriti status to two professors, honored eight faculty and staff with Awards of Excellence and promoted 19 faculty to full professor, associate professor, or tenure. 91做厙 celebrates employees at 2025 Foundation Awards for Excellence home /news/2025/meet_bob_fenn_051225.html Bob Fenn, 90, has been in the crowd for over 900 91做厙 baseball games since 1992, only missing about nine games during that span. His enduring love for the team has made a lasting impact on generations of Warhawk players and fans. Office of Marketing and Communications Mon, 12 May 2025 08:43:11 -0500 Meet Bob Fenn, 91做厙 baseball's most devoted fan Bob Fenn, 90, has been in the crowd for over 900 91做厙 baseball games since 1992, only missing about nine games during that span. His enduring love for the team has made a lasting impact on generations of Warhawk players and fans. Meet Bob Fenn, 91做厙 baseball's most devoted fan home /news/2025/honors_banquet_050925.html The 91做厙 Honors Program held its annual Honors Banquet on Monday, May 5, 2025. During the banquet, the Honors Program recognized five students graduating with honors in the college, three students graduating with honors in the university, and two students who completed all undergraduate requirements and will enter 91做厙's Pharmacy program. Office of Marketing and Communications Fri, 09 May 2025 10:44:11 -0500 91做厙 Honors Program recognizes seniors, outstanding students and faculty The 91做厙 Honors Program held its annual Honors Banquet on Monday, May 5, 2025. During the banquet, the Honors Program recognized five students graduating with honors in the college, three students graduating with honors in the university, and two students who completed all undergraduate requirements and will enter 91做厙���s Pharmacy program. 91做厙 Honors Program recognizes seniors, outstanding students and faculty home /news/2025/commencement_050725.html 91做厙 will hold two commencement ceremonies on Saturday, May 17, 2025. Both ceremonies will be held in Fant-Ewing Coliseum. The university will hold two separate ceremonies to honor the graduates of the four colleges: 9:30 a.m. - College of Business & Social Sciences and College of Health Sciences 1:30 p.m. - College of Arts, Education, & Sciences and College of Pharmacy Office of Marketing and Communications Wed, 07 May 2025 14:25:00 -0500 91做厙 to host Spring 2025 Commencement May 17 at Fant-Ewing Coliseum 91做厙 will hold two commencement ceremonies on Saturday, May 17, 2025. Both ceremonies will be held in Fant-Ewing Coliseum. The university will hold two separate ceremonies to honor the graduates of the four colleges: 9:30 a.m. - College of Business & Social Sciences and College of Health Sciences 1:30 p.m. - College of Arts, Education, & Sciences and College of Pharmacy 91做厙 to host Spring 2025 Commencement May 17 at Fant-Ewing Coliseum home /news/2025/evening_of_thanks_050625.html 91做厙 Foundation recognized donors and lifetime benefactors at the annual Evening of Thanks event on Friday, May 2, 2025, in the Terrace Room on the 7th floor of the 91做厙 Library. The theme of the 2025 event was "Celebrating Our Life Changers." Attendees enjoyed musical performances from the 91做厙 School of Visual and Performing Arts and personal testimonies from Rosemary Manning, Amaya West, and Michael Crenshaw. Janet Durden and Paul von Diezelski were recipients of the 2025 Warhawk Ambassador Award. Office of Marketing and Communications Tue, 06 May 2025 14:43:17 -0500 91做厙 Foundation celebrates Life Changers at annual Evening of Thanks 91做厙 Foundation recognized donors and lifetime benefactors at the annual Evening of Thanks event on Friday, May 2, 2025, in the Terrace Room on the 7th floor of the 91做厙 Library. The theme of the 2025 event was ���Celebrating Our Life Changers.��� Attendees enjoyed musical performances from the 91做厙 School of Visual and Performing Arts and personal testimonies from Rosemary Manning, Amaya West, and Michael Crenshaw. Janet Durden and Paul von Diezelski were recipients of the 2025 Warhawk Ambassador Award. 91做厙 Foundation celebrates Life Changers at annual Evening of Thanks home /news/2025/bese_teacher_certification_050525.html The Louisiana Board of Elementary and Secondary Education (BESE) has approved new programs from the University of Louisiana Monroe School of Education that will assist teachers in becoming certified. These programs are designed to create clear pathways to certification for uncertified teachers in area school districts. Office of Marketing and Communications Mon, 05 May 2025 10:35:51 -0500 BESE approves new 91做厙 teacher certification programs The Louisiana Board of Elementary and Secondary Education (BESE) has approved new programs from the University of Louisiana Monroe School of Education that will assist teachers in becoming certified. These programs are designed to create clear pathways to certification for uncertified teachers in area school districts. BESE approves new 91做厙 teacher certification programs aes,home /news/2025/presidential_finalists_050125.html 91做厙 hosted semifinalist interviews on April 30 as part of the ongoing search for its next president. The three candidates--Dr. Jonathan Ambrose, Mr. Chris Broadwater, and Dr. Carrie Castille participated in public interviews held at Bayou Pointe, where faculty, staff, students, alumni, and community members had the opportunity to engage and hear directly from each candidate. Mr. Broadwater and Dr. Castille have been selected as finalists. Office of Marketing and Communications Thu, 01 May 2025 15:32:20 -0500 91做厙 Presidential Search Committee advances finalists following campus interviews 91做厙 hosted semifinalist interviews on April 30 as part of the ongoing search for its next president. The three candidates���Dr. Jonathan Ambrose, Mr. Chris Broadwater, and Dr. Carrie Castille participated in public interviews held at Bayou Pointe, where faculty, staff, students, alumni, and community members had the opportunity to engage and hear directly from each candidate. Mr. Broadwater and Dr. Castille have been selected as finalists. 91做厙 Presidential Search Committee advances finalists following campus interviews home /news/2025/presidential_semifinalists_042525.html 91做厙 (91做厙) Presidential Search Committee met Wednesday, April 23, to review applications and select semifinalists in the search for 91做厙's next president. Office of Marketing and Communications Fri, 25 Apr 2025 09:49:18 -0500 91做厙 Presidential Search Committee advances three semifinalists; on-campus interviews to be held April 29 & 30 91做厙 (91做厙) Presidential Search Committee met Wednesday, April 23, to review applications and select semifinalists in the search for 91做厙���s next president. 91做厙 Presidential Search Committee advances three semifinalists; on-campus interviews to be held April 29 & 30 home /news/2025/little_engineers_camp_042325.html 91做厙 will host the "Little Engineers Blueprints and Beyond" Summer Camp from May 27 through May 30. This hands-on engineering camp uses the Changemaker curriculum, focused on plastics and electricity, and is free to students in Ouachita Parish who will be entering the 4th and 5th grades in Fall 2025. Office of Marketing and Communications Wed, 23 Apr 2025 16:16:37 -0500 91做厙 to host Little Engineers Blueprints and Beyond Camp May 27-30 91做厙 will host the "Little Engineers Blueprints and Beyond" Summer Camp from May 27 through May 30. This hands-on engineering camp uses the Changemaker curriculum, focused on plastics and electricity, and is free to students in Ouachita Parish who will be entering the 4th and 5th grades in Fall 2025. 91做厙 to host Little Engineers Blueprints and Beyond Camp May 27-30 home /news/2025/turrentine_endowment_041725.html 91做厙 Foundation held a reception on April 9, 2025, to celebrate the creation of the Sharon Griffith Turrentine Super Endowed Chair in the School of Visual and Performing Arts. The $2 million endowment was made possible by a $1,000,000 generous donation from Sharon Griffith Turrentine and her husband, David Turrentine. The 91做厙 Foundation added matching funds of $200,000 and submitted a competitive proposal to the Louisiana Board of Regents Sponsored Program for a match of $800,000. The endowment will provide funding for the expansion of educational opportunities in the School of Visual and Performing Arts. Office of Marketing and Communications Thu, 17 Apr 2025 17:04:14 -0500 91做厙 Foundation honors Sharon Griffith Turrentine for creation of $2 million super endowed chair 91做厙 Foundation held a reception on April 9, 2025, to celebrate the creation of the Sharon Griffith Turrentine Super Endowed Chair in the School of Visual and Performing Arts. The $2 million endowment was made possible by a $1,000,000 generous donation from Sharon Griffith Turrentine and her husband, David Turrentine. The 91做厙 Foundation added matching funds of $200,000 and submitted a competitive proposal to the Louisiana Board of Regents Sponsored Program for a match of $800,000. The endowment will provide funding for the expansion of educational opportunities in the School of Visual and Performing Arts. 91做厙 Foundation honors Sharon Griffith Turrentine for creation of $2 million super endowed chair aes,vapa,home /news/2025/spring_break_041725.html 91做厙 will be closed for Spring Break Friday, April 18, and Monday and Tuesday, April 21-22. The University reopens Wednesday, April 23. Classes resume on Monday, April 28. Office of Marketing and Communications Thu, 17 Apr 2025 09:53:50 -0500 91做厙 closed for Spring Break Apr. 18 ��� Apr. 22: University reopens Apr. 23, classes resume Apr. 28 91做厙 will be closed for Spring Break Friday, April 18, and Monday and Tuesday, April 21-22. The University reopens Wednesday, April 23. Classes resume on Monday, April 28. 91做厙 closed for Spring Break Apr. 18 ��� Apr. 22: University reopens Apr. 23, classes resume Apr. 28 home /news/2025/horace_award_041525.html Dr. Alexis Horace, a professor in the University of Louisiana Monroe College of Pharmacy, recently received the 2025 Agent of Change Award from the University of Louisiana System. Horace received the award on March 28, 2025, at the annual For Our Future Conference hosted by the UL System. Office of Marketing and Communications Wed, 16 Apr 2025 08:33:48 -0500 Dr. Alexis Horace wins 2025 Agent of Change award from the University of Louisiana System Dr. Alexis Horace, a professor in the University of Louisiana Monroe College of Pharmacy, recently received the 2025 Agent of Change Award from the University of Louisiana System. Horace received the award on March 28, 2025, at the annual For Our Future Conference hosted by the UL System. Dr. Alexis Horace wins 2025 Agent of Change award from the University of Louisiana System pharm,home /news/2025/pelican_cup_awards_041425.html The Entrepreneurship Pelican Cup hosted its fourth annual awards luncheon on April 10, 2025, at 91做厙's Bayou Pointe Event Center. The luncheon was the culmination of the entrepreneurship competition, with $96,000 in prize money awarded to the three top teams, including their faculty advisors, and the winner of the live elevator pitch competition, voted on by attendees of the luncheon. Office of Marketing and Communications Mon, 14 Apr 2025 14:56:09 -0500 4th Annual Entrepreneurship Pelican Cup Awards Luncheon held at 91做厙���s Bayou Pointe with $96,000 in prizes awarded The Entrepreneurship Pelican Cup hosted its fourth annual awards luncheon on April 10, 2025, at 91做厙���s Bayou Pointe Event Center. The luncheon was the culmination of the entrepreneurship competition, with $96,000 in prize money awarded to the three top teams, including their faculty advisors, and the winner of the live elevator pitch competition, voted on by attendees of the luncheon. 4th Annual Entrepreneurship Pelican Cup Awards Luncheon held at 91做厙���s Bayou Pointe with $96,000 in prizes awarded busosci,home /news/2025/honors_annual_meeting_040825.html 91做厙 Honors Program attended the annual meeting of the Southern Regional Honors Council (SRHC) on March 27-29, in Chattanooga, TN. The 91做厙 Honors Program was represented by Beau Benoit, a senior toxicology major; Gwen Abadie, a senior toxicology major; Sabina Dahal, a senior biology major; Sumiksha Koirala, a senior mathematics major; and Noah Stephan, a junior biology major. Office of Marketing and Communications Tue, 08 Apr 2025 15:32:00 -0600 91做厙 Honors Program students present research at annual meting 91做厙 Honors Program attended the annual meeting of the Southern Regional Honors Council (SRHC) on March 27-29, in Chattanooga, TN. The 91做厙 Honors Program was represented by Beau Benoit, a senior toxicology major; Gwen Abadie, a senior toxicology major; Sabina Dahal, a senior biology major; Sumiksha Koirala, a senior mathematics major; and Noah Stephan, a junior biology major. 91做厙 Honors Program students present research at annual meting home /news/2025/mls_meeting_040725.html 91做厙 Medical Laboratory Science (MLS) faculty and students visited Lafayette, La. for the annual American Society for Clinical Laboratory Science (ASCLS) of Louisiana and Mississippi 2025 Bi-State Annual Meeting from March 16-19. Twenty-four MLS students represented 91做厙 at the conference. Adam McDonald Mon, 07 Apr 2025 16:36:00 -0600 91做厙 Medical Laboratory Science students and faculty shine at bi-state meeting 91做厙 Medical Laboratory Science (MLS) faculty and students visited Lafayette, La. for the annual American Society for Clinical Laboratory Science (ASCLS) of Louisiana and Mississippi 2025 Bi-State Annual Meeting from March 16-19. Twenty-four MLS students represented 91做厙 at the conference. medical, laboratory, science, mls hs,home /news/2025/kolman_water_ski_coach_040325.html A former University of Louisiana Monroe water ski great is back on the bayou. Martin Kolman has been named the new head coach of the 91做厙 Water Ski team. Kolman was the 2019 International Waterski and Wakeboard Federation (IWWF) Men's World Overall Champion and is a two-time alumnus of the 91做厙 kinesiology program, earning a bachelor's degree in 2016 and a master's degree in 2017. Office of Marketing and Communications Thu, 03 Apr 2025 15:08:51 -0500 91做厙 Water Ski team welcomes Martin Kolman as new head coach A former University of Louisiana Monroe water ski great is back on the bayou. Martin Kolman has been named the new head coach of the 91做厙 Water Ski team. Kolman was the 2019 International Waterski and Wakeboard Federation (IWWF) Men���s World Overall Champion and is a two-time alumnus of the 91做厙 kinesiology program, earning a bachelor���s degree in 2016 and a master���s degree in 2017. 91做厙 Water Ski team welcomes Martin Kolman as new head coach home /news/2025/percussion_bayou_steel_040225.html Description91做厙 School of Visual & Performing Arts premier percussion ensembles, Bayou Steel and 91做厙 Percussion Ensemble (91做厙PE), are thrilled to announce their highly anticipated Spring semester concerts. These captivating events promise to bring evenings of incredible talent, infectious energy, and exciting arrangements of tunes audience members may know and love. Office of Marketing and Communications Wed, 02 Apr 2025 12:01:22 -0500 91做厙 Percussion Ensemble and Bayou Steel present upcoming concerts Description91做厙 School of Visual & Performing Arts premier percussion ensembles, Bayou Steel and 91做厙 Percussion Ensemble (91做厙PE), are thrilled to announce their highly anticipated Spring semester concerts. These captivating events promise to bring evenings of incredible talent, infectious energy, and exciting arrangements of tunes audience members may know and love. 91做厙 Percussion Ensemble and Bayou Steel present upcoming concerts aes,vapa,home /news/2025/wine_over_water_040125.html The 18th Annual Wine Over Water hosted by the University of Louisiana Monroe Alumni Association is set for 7:00-10:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 24. Established as a signature event at 91做厙, Wine Over Water will be on the 91做厙 bridge over tranquil Bayou Desiard on Northeast Drive. Office of Marketing and Communications Tue, 01 Apr 2025 14:43:48 -0500 91做厙 Alumni Association presents 18th Annual Wine Over Water on Apr. 24 The 18th Annual Wine Over Water hosted by the University of Louisiana Monroe Alumni Association is set for 7:00-10:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 24. Established as a signature event at 91做厙, Wine Over Water will be on the 91做厙 bridge over tranquil Bayou Desiard on Northeast Drive. 91做厙 Alumni Association presents 18th Annual Wine Over Water on Apr. 24 alumni,home /news/2025/oozeball_033125.html A 37-year Spring Fever tradition will return to the 91做厙 campus on Friday, April 11. Oozeball, 91做厙's annual mud volleyball tournament hosted by 31 Ambassadors, will take place in The Grove, 4509 Bon Aire Dr., at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, April 11. 91做厙 students, faculty, and staff are eligible to register for the Oozeball tournament and spectators from the community are welcome to come watch the fun. Office of Marketing and Communications Mon, 31 Mar 2025 13:34:10 -0500 Oozeball returns to the 91做厙 campus on Apr. 11 A 37-year Spring Fever tradition will return to the 91做厙 campus on Friday, April 11. Oozeball, 91做厙���s annual mud volleyball tournament hosted by 31 Ambassadors, will take place in The Grove, 4509 Bon Aire Dr., at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, April 11. 91做厙 students, faculty, and staff are eligible to register for the Oozeball tournament and spectators from the community are welcome to come watch the fun. Oozeball returns to the 91做厙 campus on Apr. 11 alumni,home /news/2025/socm_awards_032625.html 91做厙 School of Construction Management (SOCM) held its spring awards luncheon on March 21, 2025. The event was organized by the SOCM Industry Advisory Council (IAC). Alumni awards were given to deserving candidates in four categories, including Distinguished Alumnus of the Year, Minority Alumnus of the Year, Female Alumna of the Year, and Under-40 Alumnus of the Year. Additionally, there were two recipients of the Constructor of the Year award. Office of Marketing and Communications Wed, 26 Mar 2025 10:09:21 -0500 91做厙 School of Construction Management honors alumni at awards luncheon 91做厙 School of Construction Management (SOCM) held its spring awards luncheon on March 21, 2025. The event was organized by the SOCM Industry Advisory Council (IAC). Alumni awards were given to deserving candidates in four categories including Distinguished Alumnus of the Year, Minority Alumnus of the Year, Female Alumna of the Year, and Under-40 Alumnus of the Year. Additionally, there were two recipients of the Constructor of the Year award. 91做厙 School of Construction Management honors alumni at awards luncheon busosci,alumni,home /news/2025/nela_music_trail_032425.html The Northeast Louisiana Music Trail will unveil its 22nd historical marker at Fant-Ewing Coliseum on the campus of 91做厙 on Thursday, April 3, 2025, at 5:30 p.m. This event is open to the public, who are encouraged to arrive early for social time and music provided by KEDM Public Radio. The marker will be erected at the corner of Northeast Drive and Bon Aire Drive, just in front of the Coliseum. Office of Marketing and Communications Mon, 24 Mar 2025 15:44:21 -0500 Northeast Louisiana Music Trail historic marker to be unveiled at Fant-Ewing Coliseum on Apr. 3 The Northeast Louisiana Music Trail will unveil its 22nd historical marker at Fant-Ewing Coliseum on the campus of 91做厙 on Thursday, April 3, 2025, at 5:30 p.m. This event is open to the public, who are encouraged to arrive early for social time and music provided by KEDM Public Radio. The marker will be erected at the corner of Northeast Drive and Bon Aire Drive, just in front of the Coliseum. Northeast Louisiana Music Trail historic marker to be unveiled at Fant-Ewing Coliseum on Apr. 3 home /news/2025/science_fair_032125.html 91做厙 hosted the 71st annual Region III Science and Engineering Fair on February 28, 2025. The fair featured 85 projects from 106 students representing nine schools across the region. First place winners in each division were eligible to compete in the state fair. The event provides students with an opportunity to hone their science skills and connect with peers to share what they are learning. Office of Marketing and Communications Fri, 21 Mar 2025 11:14:07 -0500 91做厙 hosts annual Region III Science and Engineering Fair 91做厙 hosted the 71st annual Region III Science and Engineering Fair on February 28, 2025. The fair featured 85 projects from 106 students representing nine schools across the region. First place winners in each division were eligible to compete in the state fair. The event provides students with an opportunity to hone their science skills and connect with peers to share what they are learning. 91做厙 hosts annual Region III Science and Engineering Fair aes,home /news/2025/little_shop_of_horrors_032025.html 91做厙 School of Visual and Performing Arts (VAPA) presents the musical Little Shop of Horrors, March 27-30, at Brown Auditorium, 4001 Desiard St., on the 91做厙 campus. Show times for Thursday, March 27, through Saturday, March 29, are 7:00 p.m. The show will close with a 2:00 p.m. matinee on Sunday, March 30. Tickets are $20 for general admission and $15 for 91做厙 faculty and staff. 91做厙 students get in free with ID. Tickets are available online at https://bit.ly/ulm_little_shop or at the door prior to each performance. Office of Marketing and Communications Thu, 20 Mar 2025 10:54:24 -0500 91做厙 School of VAPA presents Little Shop of Horrors, Mar. 27-30 91做厙 School of Visual and Performing Arts (VAPA) presents the musical Little Shop of Horrors, March 27-30, at Brown Auditorium, 4001 Desiard St., on the 91做厙 campus. Show times for Thursday, March 27, through Saturday, March 29, are 7:00 p.m. The show will close with a 2:00 p.m. matinee on Sunday, March 30. Tickets are $20 for general admission and $15 for 91做厙 faculty and staff. 91做厙 students get in free with ID. Tickets are available online at https://bit.ly/ulm_little_shop or at the door prior to each performance. 91做厙 School of VAPA presents Little Shop of Horrors, Mar. 27-30 aes,vapa,home /news/2025/dementia_training_031925.html On March 6 and 7, 2025, the University of Louisiana Monroe College of Health Sciences faculty, in collaboration with St. Francis Medical Center and the Ouachita Council on Aging, conducted two days of training for community members and healthcare providers on best practices in dementia care. Office of Marketing and Communications Wed, 19 Mar 2025 15:30:12 -0500 91做厙 College of Health Sciences provides dementia training for community On March 6 and 7, 2025, the University of Louisiana Monroe College of Health Sciences faculty, in collaboration with St. Francis Medical Center and the Ouachita Council on Aging, conducted two days of training for community members and healthcare providers on best practices in dementia care. 91做厙 College of Health Sciences provides dementia training for community hs,home /news/2025/math_students_031825.html DescriptionStudents from the University of Louisiana Monroe mathematics department recently participated in a two-state competition and also assisted a local high school with its math competition. Office of Marketing and Communications Tue, 18 Mar 2025 10:52:21 -0500 91做厙 math students compete at annual meeting, assist with local school math competition DescriptionStudents from the University of Louisiana Monroe mathematics department recently participated in a two-state competition and also assisted a local high school with its math competition. 91做厙 math students compete at annual meeting, assist with local school math competition aes,home /news/2025/hawkeye_sejc_031325.html The staff of 91做厙's student-run newspaper, The Hawkeye, joined student journalists from more than twenty-five universities at the Southeast Journalism Conference 2025 in February at Mississippi State University. They participated in professional sessions and on-site competitions over the two-day event. Highlights included keynote speakers Ross Dellenger, national college football reporter for Yahoo! Sports, and Isabelle Taft, National Desk Reporting Fellow at the New York Times. Office of Marketing and Communications Thu, 13 Mar 2025 15:23:22 -0500 The Hawkeye staff earn honors at Southeast Journalism Conference The staff of 91做厙���s student-run newspaper, The Hawkeye, joined student journalists from more than twenty-five universities at the Southeast Journalism Conference 2025 in February at Mississippi State University. They participated in professional sessions and on-site competitions over the two-day event. Highlights included keynote speakers Ross Dellenger, national college football reporter for Yahoo! Sports, and Isabelle Taft, National Desk Reporting Fellow at the New York Times. The Hawkeye staff earn honors at Southeast Journalism Conference aes,home /news/2025/pelican_cup_finalists_031225.html The Entrepreneurship Pelican Cup competition has announced the finalist teams for the 2025 competition. Six finalist teams have been selected to compete in the oral finals, and the winners will be announced at the 4th Annual Awards Luncheon on Thursday, April 10, at 11:30 a.m. at Bayou Pointe Event Center on the 91做厙 campus. Tickets are on sale now for $100 for the public and $50 for students. Visit www.ulm.edu/pelicancup for ticket and sponsorship information. Office of Marketing and Communications Wed, 12 Mar 2025 13:39:50 -0500 2025 Entrepreneurship Pelican Cup finalists announced; Awards Luncheon to be held Thursday, April 10 The Entrepreneurship Pelican Cup competition has announced the finalist teams for the 2025 competition. Six finalist teams have been selected to compete in the oral finals, and the winners will be announced at the 4th Annual Awards Luncheon on Thursday, April 10, at 11:30 a.m. at Bayou Pointe Event Center on the 91做厙 campus. Tickets are on sale now for $100 for the public and $50 for students. Visit www.ulm.edu/pelicancup for ticket and sponsorship information. 2025 Entrepreneurship Pelican Cup finalists announced; Awards Luncheon to be held Thursday, April 10 busosci,home /news/2025/frank_bruscato_scholarship_031125.html 91做厙 announced the creation of the Dr. Frank Bruscato Endowed Scholarship for Excellence in Chemistry and Leadership at a press conference on March 10. Dr. Bruscato was a professor of chemistry at 91做厙 for 43 years. He retired in 2007. The scholarship was established with a $25,000 gift from Dr. Vince Forte, a former student of Dr. Bruscato, and his wife Lana Forte. Office of Marketing and Communications Tue, 11 Mar 2025 11:35:32 -0500 91做厙 announces creation of scholarship honoring Dr. Frank Bruscato 91做厙 announced the creation of the Dr. Frank Bruscato Endowed Scholarship for Excellence in Chemistry and Leadership at a press conference on March 10. Dr. Bruscato was a professor of chemistry at 91做厙 for 43 years. He retired in 2007. The scholarship was established with a $25,000 gift from Dr. Vince Forte, a former student of Dr. Bruscato, and his wife Lana Forte. 91做厙 announces creation of scholarship honoring Dr. Frank Bruscato aes,home /news/2025/rural_stem_day_031025.html On February 27, over 350 NELA fifth graders attended the inaugural Rural STEM Day at Bayou Pointe Event Center on 91做厙's campus. Students interacted with community partners to gain hands-on access and knowledge to STEM skills critical to today's workforce. Office of Marketing and Communications Mon, 10 Mar 2025 15:54:26 -0500 91做厙 hosts inaugural Rural STEM Day event for NELA fifth graders On February 27, over 350 NELA fifth graders attended the inaugural Rural STEM Day at Bayou Pointe Event Center on 91做厙���s campus. Students interacted with community partners to gain hands-on access and knowledge to STEM skills critical to today���s workforce. 91做厙 hosts inaugural Rural STEM Day event for NELA fifth graders home /news/2025/trio_job_shadowing_030725.html 91做厙 TRiO ETS (Educational Talent Search) participants from the Monroe City School District celebrated National Job Shadowing Day at Ochsner LSU Health Monroe Medical Center (formerly E.A. Conway Hospital). On February 5, sophomores from Neville High School and Wossman High School spent the day job shadowing in several departments at the hospital. Carroll High sophomores did the same on February 6. Office of Marketing and Communications Fri, 07 Mar 2025 10:52:00 -0600 91做厙 TRiO ETS high school students job shadow at Oschner LSU Health Medical Center 91做厙 TRiO ETS (Educational Talent Search) participants from the Monroe City School District celebrated National Job Shadowing Day at Ochsner LSU Health Monroe Medical Center (formerly E.A. Conway Hospital). On February 5, sophomores from Neville High School and Wossman High School spent the day job shadowing in several departments at the hospital. Carroll High sophomores did the same on February 6. 91做厙 TRiO ETS high school students job shadow at Oschner LSU Health Medical Center home /news/2025/mock_trial_nationals_030625.html 91做厙 (91做厙) Mock Trial team has secured an open bid to the Opening Round Championship Series (ORCS) in Memphis, Tenn., after a remarkable 5-2-1 showing at the New Orleans Regional competition. The team will compete at Rhodes College from March 7-9, facing some of the nation's top programs. Office of Marketing and Communications Thu, 06 Mar 2025 14:31:03 -0600 91做厙 Mock Trial team earns bid to national tournament 91做厙 (91做厙) Mock Trial team has secured an open bid to the Opening Round Championship Series (ORCS) in Memphis, Tenn., after a remarkable 5-2-1 showing at the New Orleans Regional competition. The team will compete at Rhodes College from March 7-9, facing some of the nation's top programs. mock, trial, legal, law, political, science, criminal, justice, national, tournament busosci,home /news/2025/presidential_search_public_forum_030525.html 91做厙 will host a public forum on the upcoming 91做厙 presidential search on Tuesday, March 11, at 1:00 p.m. in The Terrace on the 7th Floor of the 91做厙 Library. The public is invited to attend. The 91做厙 Presidential Search Committee was assembled and will be overseen by the University of Louisiana System. Office of Marketing and Communications Wed, 05 Mar 2025 16:07:28 -0600 91做厙 to host presidential search public forum on March 11 91做厙 will host a public forum on the upcoming 91做厙 presidential search on Tuesday, March 11, at 1:00 p.m. in The Terrace on the 7th Floor of the 91做厙 Library. The public is invited to attend. The 91做厙 Presidential Search Committee was assembled and will be overseen by the University of Louisiana System. 91做厙 to host presidential search public forum on March 11 home /news/2025/mardi_gras_break_022825.html 91做厙 will close for Mardi Gras break Monday, March 3 and Tuesday, March 4. Offices will reopen at 7:30 a.m. on Wednesday, March 5. Classes will also resume on Wednesday, March 5. Office of Marketing and Communications Fri, 28 Feb 2025 09:06:00 -0600 91做厙 to close Mar. 3-4 for Mardi Gras break 91做厙 will close for Mardi Gras break Monday, March 3 and Tuesday, March 4. Offices will reopen at 7:30 a.m. on Wednesday, March 5. Classes will also resume on Wednesday, March 5. 91做厙 to close Mar. 3-4 for Mardi Gras break /news/2025/mind_over_miles_022725.html 91做厙 Student Occupational Therapy Association will host the Mind Over Miles 2 Mile Run on Thursday, March 20, 2025. The run will begin at 5:30 p.m. in The Grove at 4509 Bon Aire Dr. on the 91做厙 campus. The Mind Over Miles 2 Mile Run is an effort to help raise awareness about student mental health. Runners are encouraged to wear green to support the cause. Office of Marketing and Communications Thu, 27 Feb 2025 15:34:29 -0600 91做厙 student group hosts Mind Over Miles 2 Mile Run on Mar. 20 91做厙 Student Occupational Therapy Association will host the Mind Over Miles 2 Mile Run on Thursday, March 20, 2025. The run will begin at 5:30 p.m. in The Grove at 4509 Bon Aire Dr. on the 91做厙 campus. The Mind Over Miles 2 Mile Run is an effort to help raise awareness about student mental health. Runners are encouraged to wear green to support the cause. 91做厙 student group hosts Mind Over Miles 2 Mile Run on Mar. 20 home /news/2025/dragon_boat_festival_022625.html 91做厙 (91做厙) and The Children's Coalition for Northeast Louisiana announced the date and new location of the annual Dragon Boat Festival at a press conference on the 91做厙 campus. The 2025 festival will take place on Saturday, April 12, on Bayou DeSiard on the 91做厙 campus, near the Warhawk Way bridge and 91做厙's Laird Weems Center. Office of Marketing and Communications Wed, 26 Feb 2025 10:27:59 -0600 91做厙 and The Children���s Coalition announce new location for annual Dragon Boat Festival, April 12 on Bayou DeSiard at Warhawk Way 91做厙 (91做厙) and The Children���s Coalition for Northeast Louisiana announced the date and new location of the annual Dragon Boat Festival at a press conference on the 91做厙 campus. The 2025 festival will take place on Saturday, April 12, on Bayou DeSiard on the 91做厙 campus, near the Warhawk Way bridge and 91做厙���s Laird Weems Center. 91做厙 and The Children���s Coalition announce new location for annual Dragon Boat Festival, April 12 on Bayou DeSiard at Warhawk Way home /news/2025/blackburn_nawa_scholarship_022025.html Husband and wife Dr. Chris Blackburn and Ewa A. Blackburn have each been awarded scholarships for advanced language study by the Polish National Agency for Academic Exchange (NAWA). Dr. Blackburn is currently a Professor of History in the 91做厙 College of Arts, Education, and Sciences. Ewa Blackburn is currently pursuing her Ed.D. in Curriculum and Instruction at 91做厙. Office of Marketing and Communications Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:35:48 -0600 91做厙 professor and wife awarded NAWA scholarships Husband and wife Dr. Chris Blackburn and Ewa A. Blackburn have each been awarded scholarships for advanced language study by the Polish National Agency for Academic Exchange (NAWA). Dr. Blackburn is currently a Professor of History in the 91做厙 College of Arts, Education, and Sciences. Ewa Blackburn is currently pursuing her Ed.D. in Curriculum and Instruction at 91做厙. 91做厙 professor and wife awarded NAWA scholarships aes,home /news/2025/ed_rising_service_021725.html The 91做厙 Educators Rising Collegiate Chapter and the 91做厙 School of Education successfully led a community-driven service initiative, collecting over 1,000 donated items valued at $4,000 and raising $340 in monetary contributions to support children and families in need across Northeast Louisiana.�� Office of Marketing and Communications Mon, 17 Feb 2025 09:58:20 -0600 91做厙 Educators Rising and School of Education lead service initiative to support Northeast Louisiana families The 91做厙 Educators Rising Collegiate Chapter and the 91做厙 School of Education successfully led a community-driven service initiative, collecting over 1,000 donated items valued at $4,000 and raising $340 in monetary contributions to support children and families in need across Northeast Louisiana.�� 91做厙 Educators Rising and School of Education lead service initiative to support Northeast Louisiana families aes,home /news/2025/black_history_program_021225.html 91做厙 Cultural Diversity Council and the Office of Global and Multicultural Affairs present "A Black History Program: African Americans and Labor" at 10 a.m. on Friday, February 21, at Bayou Pointe Event Center. The program will feature keynote speaker Courtney T. Joiner. Joiner is a professor and an experienced litigator with a distinguished career in both academia and the courtroom. A former Assistant United States Attorney for the Department of Justice, Joiner takes pride in his strategic and innovative approach to solving clients' legal challenges. Office of Marketing and Communications Wed, 12 Feb 2025 10:28:30 -0600 91做厙 to hold Black History Program Friday, Feb. 21 91做厙 Cultural Diversity Council and the Office of Global and Multicultural Affairs present ���A Black History Program: African Americans and Labor��� at 10 a.m. on Friday, February 21, at Bayou Pointe Event Center. The program will feature keynote speaker Courtney T. Joiner. Joiner is a professor and an experienced litigator with a distinguished career in both academia and the courtroom. A former Assistant United States Attorney for the Department of Justice, Joiner takes pride in his strategic and innovative approach to solving clients��� legal challenges. 91做厙 to hold Black History Program Friday, Feb. 21 home /news/2025/lewis_scholars_little_rock_021125.html DescriThe 91做厙 TRIO Reginald F. Lewis Scholars had the unique opportunity to visit the Clinton School of Public Service and the William H. Bowen School of Law, both part of the University of Arkansas at Little Rock on December 6-7, 2024. In addition to touring the graduate programs, scholars attended the 20th anniversary celebration of the Clinton School of Public Service, where they had the rare privilege of hearing speeches by former President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton. ption Office of Marketing and Communications Tue, 11 Feb 2025 15:00:46 -0600 91做厙 Reginald F. Lewis Scholars attend 20th anniversary of the Clinton School of Public Service DescriThe 91做厙 TRIO Reginald F. Lewis Scholars had the unique opportunity to visit the Clinton School of Public Service and the William H. Bowen School of Law, both part of the University of Arkansas at Little Rock on December 6-7, 2024. In addition to touring the graduate programs, scholars attended the 20th anniversary celebration of the Clinton School of Public Service, where they had the rare privilege of hearing speeches by former President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton. ption 91做厙 Reginald F. Lewis Scholars attend 20th anniversary of the Clinton School of Public Service home /news/2025/callihan_director_kdson_020725.html 91做厙 has named Dr. Michael Callhan as the Director of the Kitty DeGree School of Nursing (KDSON). Callihan began in the role in the Fall 2024 semester. He comes to 91做厙 after most recently working as an associate professor at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. Callihan has also worked as an assistant professor at Miami University (Ohio), Auburn University, and the University of Alabama, as well as a nurse in a variety of medical settings. Office of Marketing and Communications Fri, 07 Feb 2025 09:13:30 -0600 Callihan named Director of 91做厙 Kitty DeGree School of Nursing 91做厙 has named Dr. Michael Callhan as the Director of the Kitty DeGree School of Nursing (KDSON). Callihan began in the role in the Fall 2024 semester. He comes to 91做厙 after most recently working as an associate professor at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. Callihan has also worked as an assistant professor at Miami University (Ohio), Auburn University, and the University of Alabama, as well as a nurse in a variety of medical settings. Callihan named Director of 91做厙 Kitty DeGree School of Nursing hs,home /news/2025/kidwind_challenge_020425.html 91做厙 hosted the 2nd Annual KidWind Challenge in Louisiana on Friday, January 24, 2025, at Bayou Pointe Event Center. The event empowers students and educators to explore and engage with the challenges and opportunities of a clean-powered future Office of Marketing and Communications Tue, 04 Feb 2025 10:29:57 -0600 91做厙 hosts 2nd annual KidWind Challenge 91做厙 hosted the 2nd Annual KidWind Challenge in Louisiana on Friday, January 24, 2025, at Bayou Pointe Event Center. The event empowers students and educators to explore and engage with the challenges and opportunities of a clean-powered future 91做厙 hosts 2nd annual KidWind Challenge home /news/2025/browse_on_the_bayou_013024.html 91做厙 is inviting high school and transfer students to the Spring 2025 Browse on the Bayou, February 22, 2025, on the 91做厙 campus. Browse on the Bayou is a special college preview day designed with future Warhawks in mind. Prospective 91做厙 students and their families can learn about the more than 90 academic programs that 91做厙 offers, as well as tour the beautiful 91做厙 campus and hear from current students about why "The Best is on the Bayou." Office of Marketing and Communications Thu, 30 Jan 2025 15:54:32 -0600 91做厙 invites prospective students to Browse on the Bayou, Feb. 22 91做厙 is inviting high school and transfer students to the Spring 2025 Browse on the Bayou, February 22, 2025, on the 91做厙 campus. Browse on the Bayou is a special college preview day designed with future Warhawks in mind. Prospective 91做厙 students and their families can learn about the more than 90 academic programs that 91做厙 offers, as well as tour the beautiful 91做厙 campus and hear from current students about why ���The Best is on the Bayou.��� 91做厙 invites prospective students to Browse on the Bayou, Feb. 22 recruitment,home /news/2025/president_berry_to_step_down_012125.html University of Louisiana Monroe President Dr. Ron Berry has announced that he will be stepping down as president and returning to his role as a professor. Berry made the announcement in an email to 91做厙 employees on Tuesday, January 21. Office of Marketing and Communications Tue, 21 Jan 2025 09:52:00 -0600 Dr. Ron Berry to step down as 91做厙 President University of Louisiana Monroe President Dr. Ron Berry has announced that he will be stepping down as president and returning to his role as a professor. Berry made the announcement in an email to 91做厙 employees on Tuesday, January 21. Dr. Ron Berry to step down as 91做厙 President president /news/2025/keep_ulm_beautiful_grant.html 91做厙 is proud to announce that Keep 91做厙 Beautiful (K91做厙B) has been awarded a prestigious Keep Louisiana Beautiful (KLB) University Affiliate Grant. This $5,000 grant will fund the installation of three new water bottle filling stations in key campus locations, significantly advancing 91做厙's ongoing commitment to sustainability and waste reduction. Office of Marketing and Communications Mon, 13 Jan 2025 11:26:16 -0600 Keep 91做厙 Beautiful awarded Keep Louisiana Beautiful University Affiliate Grant 91做厙 is proud to announce that Keep 91做厙 Beautiful (K91做厙B) has been awarded a prestigious Keep Louisiana Beautiful (KLB) University Affiliate Grant. This $5,000 grant will fund the installation of three new water bottle filling stations in key campus locations, significantly advancing 91做厙���s ongoing commitment to sustainability and waste reduction. Keep 91做厙 Beautiful awarded Keep Louisiana Beautiful University Affiliate Grant home /news/2025/mlk_day_of_service_010825.html 91做厙 will participate in the annual MLK Day of Service on Monday, January 20. 91做厙 invites faculty, staff, students, and community partners to Bayou Pointe Event Center, 1 Warhawk Way, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. After a short program, participants will help sort and package donations made to The Wellspring for the "World's Largest Baby Shower." The donations will be used for the Wellspring's women's domestic violence shelter. Office of Marketing and Communications Wed, 08 Jan 2025 15:03:00 -0600 91做厙 to assist The Wellspring on annual MLK Day of Service on Jan. 20 91做厙 will participate in the annual MLK Day of Service on Monday, January 20. 91做厙 invites faculty, staff, students, and community partners to Bayou Pointe Event Center, 1 Warhawk Way, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. After a short program, participants will help sort and package donations made to The Wellspring for the ���World���s Largest Baby Shower.��� The donations will be used for the Wellspring���s women���s domestic violence shelter. 91做厙 to assist The Wellspring on annual MLK Day of Service on Jan. 20 home