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Freshmen, Retention Growth Fuels Fall 2026 Momentum at �Ӱɴ�ý

Payton Suire — Mon, 21 Sep 2026 13:49:35 +0000

THIBODAUX, La. – A growing freshman class and higher retention rates are creating momentum at �Ӱɴ�ý this fall. Official figures from the 14th class day show an enrollment total of 5,795 students, highlighted by 1,088 first-time freshmen, a 1.4% increase, and a 4.1% rise in graduate students. Overall enrollment decreased by about 1.7%, […]

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SCIA and BIG establish $50,000 scholarship fund for Bayou Region students at �Ӱɴ�ý

Payton Suire — Mon, 31 Aug 2026 17:13:33 +0000

THIBODAUX, La. – Bayou Region students attending �Ӱɴ�ý have a new scholarship opportunity following a $50,000 contribution from the Bayou Industrial Group through the South Central Industrial Association. The funding creates an endowed scholarship fund managed through the �Ӱɴ�ý Foundation, offering awards to incoming freshmen who reside in Lafourche, Terrebonne, Assumption or St. […]

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�Ӱɴ�ý Graduate Helps Direct State Funding for Inclusive College Programs

Payton Suire — Mon, 24 Aug 2026 15:28:02 +0000

THIBODAUX, La. – When Gerald “Mitch” Dillon graduated from �Ӱɴ�ý in 2022, he moved into his own studio apartment and landed two jobs. Now, he is helping ensure other young adults with intellectual disabilities get the same opportunity. Dillon, a graduate of the university’s Bridge to Independence program, serves as a representative of […]

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With $142K in New Support, Bayou Region Incubator Opens Ticket Sales for Upcoming Pitch Night

Payton Suire — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 17:02:24 +0000

THIBODAUX, La. – The Bayou Region Incubator recently secured $142,300 in funding from four corporate partners to expand its support for local small businesses. The funding comes as the incubator prepares to host seven local entrepreneurs for its annual Pitch Night at �Ӱɴ�ý. Leading the charge is Chevron, which has committed $100,000. In […]

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�Ӱɴ�ý Announces Leonard Lasseigne Endowment to Preserve Campus Live Oaks

Payton Suire — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 20:46:49 +0000

THIBODAUX, La. – Walking through �Ӱɴ�ý’s campus, one can’t help but notice the beautiful scenery of live oak trees stretching across walkways, providing shaded gathering spaces for students between classes. It’s a landscape that feels like it’s always been here, but the green spaces that define campus today did not happen by accident. […]

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Bourgeois Family Contributes $100K for New Ward 6 Scholarship at �Ӱɴ�ý

Payton Suire — Thu, 09 Jul 2026 19:33:52 +0000

THIBODAUX, La. – Local Lafourche Parish Ward 6 seniors and graduate students at �Ӱɴ�ý have a new scholarship available, thanks to a $100,000 contribution from Michael and Christine Bourgeois. The Michael C. and Christine P. Bourgeois Endowed Upper Class/Alumni Scholarship #7 is designed to provide financial support to upperclassmen as they begin their […]

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Better Support, Better Results: �Ӱɴ�ý Leaders Rebuild Graduate Program for Working Adults

Payton Suire — Thu, 02 Jul 2026 18:31:01 +0000

THIBODAUX, La. – Imagine trying to complete a college degree while working a full-time job. It’s tough to commute to campus after a long shift, and finding time for classes can feel almost impossible. This is the exact challenge facing many students in graduate programs. Recognizing this obstacle, two leaders at �Ӱɴ�ý decided […]

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Veterans are Choosing Louisiana and �Ӱɴ�ý Stands Ready

Payton Suire — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 16:26:03 +0000

THIBODAUX, La. – When young military service members finish their first four to eight years of duty, they face a massive choice: where to build their post-military career. According to recent data, a striking number of them are choosing Louisiana. The Department of Veterans Affairs Annual Benefits Report reveals that the number of people using […]

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�Ӱɴ�ý Earns National ‘A’ Rating for Teacher Preparation in Reading

Payton Suire — Wed, 24 Jun 2026 18:58:04 +0000

THIBODAUX, La. – The elementary teacher education program at �Ӱɴ�ý has earned an “A” from the National Council on Teacher Quality for how effectively it prepares future educators to teach children to read. In the national report “Teacher Prep Review: Decoding Progress in Reading Preparation,” �Ӱɴ�ý was recognized for fully aligning its curriculum […]

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Over 2,300 �Ӱɴ�ý Students Earned Honors for Spring 2026

Payton Suire — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 16:03:17 +0000

THIBODAUX, La. – �Ӱɴ�ý named 2,325 students to honors lists for the spring 2026 semester. This highlights a consistent trend at �Ӱɴ�ý, where academic resources, faculty mentorship and student dedication come together to help students excel in their fields. “Seeing over 2,300 students reach these academic benchmarks is a reflection of the dedication […]

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