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E. J. Ourso College of Business Hosting AI Conference with Louisiana Industry Leaders and LSU Experts

E. J. Ourso College of Business Hosting AI Conference with Louisiana Industry Leaders and LSU Experts

On Friday, February 21, the LSU E. J. Ourso College of Business will host AI in Action: Leading in Louisiana Industries; a symposium dedicated to exploring how artificial intelligence (AI) is driving innovation in critical sectors that define Louisiana's economy.

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LSU and LSU of Alexandria Among Niche’s Best Colleges in Louisiana for 2025

LSU and LSU of Alexandria have secured two of the top four spots in Niche’s Best Colleges in Louisiana for 2025. These rankings reflect both universities’ commitment to academic excellence, student success, and their profound impact on the state.

$9.575 Million Gift Will Further Elevate LSU Initiatives to Create Educational Access, Strengthen Louisiana’s Economy and Support Veterans and ROTC

$9.575 Million Gift Will Further Elevate LSU Initiatives to Create Educational Access, Strengthen Louisiana's Economy and Support Veterans and ROTC

A $9.575 million gift from the William A. Brookshire Foundation will establish the William A. Brookshire ROTC Scholarship, support the new LSU Construction & Advanced Manufacturing Building, and strengthen the LSU College of Engineering's S&B Engineers and Constructors Scholarship, LSU's Future Scholars Program and the William A. Brookshire Veterans Law Clinic.

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LSU Invests $1.8M in Transformative Research and the Arts

For the third consecutive year, LSU is providing funding to support new research and creative projects through its internal grant program, the LSU Provost’s Fund for Innovation in Research.

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LSU NAMES ARNE FLATEN DEAN OF THE COLLEGE OF ART & DESIGN

LSU has named Arne Flaten the dean of the College of Art & Design, effective July 1, pending approval by the LSU Board of Supervisors.

LSU Awarded National Park Service Grant to Preserve 6,000-Year-Old Campus Mounds

LSU Awarded National Park Service Grant to Preserve 6,000-Year-Old Campus Mounds

Louisiana State University (LSU) has been awarded a $220,871 grant from the National Park Service's Save America's Treasures program to conserve and protect the historic LSU Campus Mounds--two ancient, nationally significant archaeological landmarks that date back at least 6,000 years.

Dr. Lucio Miele

LSU Health Professor, Dr. Lucio Miele, Appointed as Director of LSU-LCMC Health Cancer Center

Dr. Miele to lead LSU to become the State's only National Cancer Institute (NCI) designated cancer center.

LSU Researchers Create Low-Cost Method to Recycle Plastic

LSU Researchers Create Low-Cost Method to Recycle Plastic

LSU researchers have created a new, low-cost way to break down plastic, a potential breakthrough that could save billions of dollars and eliminate billions of tons of plastic pollution.

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LSU Breaks Record, Awards 2,154 Degrees During Fall Commencement Ceremonies

LSU celebrated a record-breaking commencement, awarding 2,154 degrees during the university's 318th commencement exercises Thursday, Dec. 19.

ROTC Cadets Commissioned as Part of Fall Commencement Exercises

ROTC Cadets Commissioned as Part of Fall Commencement Exercises

Four LSU graduates were recognized during LSU's December commissioning ceremony Thursday, Dec. 19, at the LSU Digital Media Center. The keynote speaker was Col. Clifton Lopez, garrison commander of the Joint Readiness Training Center, Fort Johnson, La.

LSU Names Sean Courtney Associate Vice President for Research Compliance, Integrity and Analytics

LSU Names Sean Courtney Associate Vice President for Research Compliance, Integrity and Analytics

Louisiana State University has appointed Sean Courtney to the inaugural position of associate vice president for research compliance, integrity, and analytics.

FUEL Names Four Directors

FUEL Names Four Directors

Future Use of Energy in Louisiana (FUEL), the LSU-led statewide effort with more than 50 public and private partners, has named directors for key strategic areas

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LSU Reached New Heights in 2024; Revisit Our Top Research Wins

In 2024, LSU solidified its position as a global leader in research, innovation, and impact. From securing a record-breaking $160 million NSF grant for energy transformation through the FUEL initiative to groundbreaking advancements in AI-powered nuclear security, LSU's achievements are transforming industries and improving lives.

E. J. Ourso College of Business Announces 2025 AI in Action: Leading in Louisiana Industries Symposium

E. J. Ourso College of Business Announces 2025 AI in Action: Leading in Louisiana Industries Symposium

The E. J. Ourso College of Business is pleased to announce AI in Action: Leading in Louisiana Industries; a symposium dedicated to exploring how artificial intelligence (AI) is driving innovation in critical sectors that define Louisiana's economy. This groundbreaking event will be held February 21, 2025 at the Lod Cook Hotel & Conference Center on the LSU A&M campus.

LSU Joins Prestigious AI Alliance, Strengthening its Role in Artificial Intelligence Innovation

LSU Joins Prestigious AI Alliance, Strengthening its Role in Artificial Intelligence Innovation

LSU is proud to announce its invitation to join the distinguished AI Alliance, a collaborative network of leading institutions and organizations dedicated to advancing artificial intelligence research, development, and governance.