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How �Ӱɴ�ý Students are Turning Cajun Trash into Clean Fuel

Payton Suire — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 18:56:41 +0000

THIBODAUX, La. – Algae and oyster shells are common sights along the bayou, but they aren’t usually considered valuable. A �Ӱɴ�ý Chemistry research team is changing that by testing how these local byproducts can be repurposed into biodiesel. The students aren’t just reading about this in a science book either; they are proving it in […]

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CohnReznick Foundation Established �Ӱɴ�ý Scholarship Honoring Alumnus Barry Melancon

Payton Suire — Fri, 13 Mar 2026 19:35:54 +0000

THIBODAUX, La. – The CohnReznick Foundation contributed $50,000 to establish the Barry Melancon Accounting Endowed Scholarship at �Ӱɴ�ý. The contribution honors the legacy of �Ӱɴ�ý alumnus Barry Melancon, certified public accountant, chartered global management accountant and retired CEO and president of the Association of International Certified Professional Accountant – the most influential body […]

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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 to Host Ninth Annual Give-N-Day on March 10

Payton Suire — Thu, 05 Mar 2026 18:43:08 +0000

THIBODAUX, La. – �Ӱɴ�ý will host its ninth annual Give-N-Day on Tuesday, March 10, 2026. This annual 24-hour online fundraising effort brings together Colonels everywhere in support of the students, programs and organizations that make �Ӱɴ�ý special. Jeremy Becker, chief advancement officer and executive director of the �Ӱɴ�ý Foundation, said, “Give-N-Day has become […]

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Culinary Demonstration Series at �Ӱɴ�ý’ Chef John Folse Culinary Institute

Payton Suire — Wed, 25 Feb 2026 18:50:01 +0000

THIBODAUX, La. – �Ӱɴ�ý’s Chef John Folse Culinary Institute is set to host a series of free culinary demonstrations and tastings open to the campus and the community. These interactive evenings are led by students enrolled in �Ӱɴ�ý’ new Culinary Demonstration and Food Styling course, designed to highlight both culinary technique and visual […]

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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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Tauzin-Bollinger Leadership Forum to Examine the Intersection of Politics and Business at �Ӱɴ�ý

Payton Suire — Wed, 11 Feb 2026 17:09:53 +0000

THIBODAUX, La. – �Ӱɴ�ý is set to host its third Tauzin-Bollinger Leadership Forum on Thursday, March 26, at 6 p.m. in Powell Hall’s Gros Auditorium. The forum, led by the MBA Department, will feature a discussion on why politics matter to business decisions. The event is open to students, business leaders and community […]

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�Ӱɴ�ý Named Honors Program After Robert E. “Bob” Miller

Payton Suire — Fri, 30 Jan 2026 19:37:45 +0000

THIBODAUX, La. – To honor longtime �Ӱɴ�ý Foundation board member and university donor Robert E. “Bob” Miller, �Ӱɴ�ý has named its honors program the Robert E. Bob Miller Honors Program. A Morgan City native and �Ӱɴ�ý alumnus, Robert E. “Bob” Miller has supported the university and its mission throughout his lifetime, contributing more […]

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�Ӱɴ�ý and StudyNPlay Partner to Launch Program for Student-Parents

Payton Suire — Wed, 21 Jan 2026 15:24:50 +0000

THIBODAUX, La. – �Ӱɴ�ý and StudyNPlay signed a memorandum of understanding to pilot a program designed to support the academic and personal development of student-parents. The program, using the StudyNPlay framework, aims to remove the barriers that often force students to choose between their education and childcare. The goal is to strengthen student-parent […]

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Colonel Esports Claimed Gold in NECC Division V and Launches Official Merchandise

Payton Suire — Mon, 05 Jan 2026 18:58:57 +0000

THIBODAUX, La. – Colonel Esports’ Super Smash Bros. Ultimate B Team won the gold medal in the National Esports Collegiate Conference Division V Championship. In addition, the organization launched its official merchandise fundraiser. Colonel Esports’ Super Smash Bros. Ultimate B Team Won Gold Colonel Esports’ Super Smash Bros. Ultimate B Team won the gold medal […]

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