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Next Generation of Professionals Graduate from �Ӱɴ�ý

Payton Suire — Thu, 18 Jun 2026 18:48:31 +0000

THIBODAUX, La. – �Ӱɴ�ý celebrated its students’ achievements and academic dedication during its 118th Commencement Ceremonies, awarding 667 degrees. Among the graduates, 65 achieved summa cum laude honors, 55 graduated magna cum laude, and 72 earned cum laude distinctions. Additionally, 35 graduate students completed their master’s degrees or specialist certifications with a perfect […]

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Family Establishes Music Scholarship at �Ӱɴ�ý to Honor Hall of Fame Music Educators

Payton Suire — Fri, 29 May 2026 15:37:14 +0000

THIBODAUX, La. – The family of local music education hall of famers John and Beverly Stafford has established the John and Beverly Stafford Endowed Scholarship in Instrumental Music at �Ӱɴ�ý. This scholarship is designed to support the next generation of band directors by providing financial assistance to senior-level Instrumental Music Education majors. The […]

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�Ӱɴ�ý to Host 118th Commencement Ceremonies

Payton Suire — Mon, 04 May 2026 16:19:27 +0000

THIBODAUX, La. – �Ӱɴ�ý will hold its 118th Commencement on Saturday, May 16, 2026, in Stopher Gymnasium. Session I at 9 a.m. will recognize graduates from the Al Danos College of Business and the College of Education and Behavioral Sciences. The guest speaker is Lisa Kliebert, the executive director of the Bayou Region […]

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�Ӱɴ�ý Professor Returns from Paris After Teaching the Future of AI and Media

Payton Suire — Fri, 10 Apr 2026 15:07:22 +0000

THIBODAUX, La. – Dr. Andrew Simoncelli, a professor at �Ӱɴ�ý, recently returned from Paris, France, where he was the only professor from the United States invited to teach at De Vinci Higher Education’s International Teaching Week. During this event, which brings together global experts to share new ideas with students, Dr. Simoncelli led […]

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Tickets on Sale for �Ӱɴ�ý Players Performance of “Arsenic and Old Lace” by Joseph Kesselring

Payton Suire — Fri, 06 Mar 2026 17:58:43 +0000

THIBODAUX, La. – Tickets are on sale for �Ӱɴ�ý Players’ performance of Joseph Kesselring’s classic dark comedy, “Arsenic and Old Lace,” running Thursday through Saturday, March 19-21, at 7 p.m. and Sunday, March 22, at 2 p.m. in the Mary and Al Danos Theater on �Ӱɴ�ý campus. “Arsenic and Old Lace” tells the story of […]

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�Ӱɴ�ý Appointed Three New Leadership Positions

Payton Suire — Thu, 12 Feb 2026 21:38:01 +0000

THIBODAUX, La. – �Ӱɴ�ý recently filled three vacant leadership positions – dean of the College of Liberal Arts, dean of the College of Education and Behavioral Sciences and assistant vice president for Academic Affairs. “The depth of experience and dedication these three leaders bring to their new roles is a testament to the […]

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Entergy Louisiana Makes Three Contributions to �Ӱɴ�ý Foundation

Payton Suire — Tue, 09 Dec 2025 19:04:39 +0000

THIBODAUX, La. – The �Ӱɴ�ý Foundation received three donations from Entergy Louisiana in support of �Ӱɴ�ý’ Tour Tuesday program, Bayou Region Incubator and Department of Music’s Opera Workshop. Tour Tuesday Thanks to Entergy’s $10,000 contribution, �Ӱɴ�ý will be able to continue its Tour Tuesday program. This program focuses on bringing underrepresented students to […]

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�Ӱɴ�ý Professor Recipient of $50,000 Award

Payton Suire — Mon, 01 Dec 2025 16:18:40 +0000

THIBODAUX, La. – Dr. Michael S. Martin, associate professor of English, modern languages, and cultural studies at �Ӱɴ�ý, has been selected by The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation’s oldest and most selective collegiate honor society for all academic disciplines, as the recipient of the Phi Kappa Phi Mary Todd Sabbatical […]

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Tickets on Sale for Christmas Sing-along Concert at �Ӱɴ�ý

Payton Suire — Mon, 17 Nov 2025 16:33:19 +0000

THIBODAUX, La. – Individual tickets are on sale for a Christmas Sing-along concert featuring �Ӱɴ�ý choirs and the Department of Music on Sunday, Dec. 7, at 7:30 p.m. in the Mary and Al Danos Theater on the �Ӱɴ�ý campus. The festive performance will feature familiar carols and holiday favorites for a spirited community event for […]

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�Ӱɴ�ý Music Department set to Host Sound Unbound Concert

Payton Suire — Tue, 04 Nov 2025 20:39:27 +0000

THIBODAUX, La. – �Ӱɴ�ý’s Music Department and the Encore Guild will host a new musical performance event set to take place on Tuesday, Nov. 18. A welcome reception will be held at 6 p.m. followed by the concert at 7 p.m. Guests will enjoy hors d’oeuvres, wine and performances by �Ӱɴ�ý music faculty, […]

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