Posts Tagged ‘LSU’

Something Like a Slur

Something Like a Slur

Because Bob Mann holds the Manship Chair in Journalism and is the director of the Reilly Center for Media and Public Affairs at Louisiana State University, and his accusations center around the issue of racism, I feel compelled to respond to his claims.

Higher Ed, Higher Salaries

Higher Ed, Higher Salaries

The issue of higher education salaries has caught the attention of state Rep. Simone Champagne, R-Erath. She passed a resolution this session requesting that the Board of Regents “study executive compensation at the university system offices and boards.” The final report is due to lawmakers in early February 2013.

Department of Energy Grants LSU $1 Million to Research Geothermal Energy

Department of Energy Grants LSU $1 Million to Research Geothermal Energy

The Department of Energy has awarded Louisiana State University $997,000 for a project to evaluate the feasibility of an advanced geothermal energy project.

Concealed Carry Bill Aims to Protect Students’ Right to Self-Defense

Concealed Carry Bill Aims to Protect Students’ Right to Self-Defense

In a legislative session filled with bills to heavily alter Louisiana’s higher education system, students of public universities and colleges may soon experience one more adjustment: concealed weapons on campus.

New Research: Louisiana Higher Education Plagued by Low Admissions Standards

New Research: Louisiana Higher Education Plagued by Low Admissions Standards

A new ranking of admissions standards has LSU below all flagship universities in the Deep South. The study author contends consequently lower graduation rates, less desirable faculty, and poorer quality research.