Fall 2009 Highlights
Bioarchaeology Expert Presents on Co-Evolution of Humans and Infectious Pathogens for CDLS
On Oct. 26, LSU welcomed internationally renowned bioarchaeologist and forensic expert Jane E. Buikstra for the fall installment of the Chancellor’s Distinguished Lectureship Series.
LSU Arts & Sciences Professors Team up for Fellini Project
Students study filmmaker Federico Fellini and travel to Italy for film project.
LSU Announces 2009 Rainmakers
LSU recently announced its second annual list of “Rainmakers,” those faculty members who are nationally and internationally recognized for innovative research and creative scholarship, compete for external funding at the highest levels and attract and mentor exceptional graduate students.
LSU Libraries to celebrate Middleton Library’s 50th anniversary
The year 1958 was significant for LSU. Not only did the Tiger football team capture its first national championship, but the university also opened a new, $3.5 million library.
Former U.S. Sens. John Breaux, J. Bennett Johnston Speak on “Civility in Public Life”
Former U.S. Sen. John Breaux laughed as he pointed to a sheet of loose-leafed paper featuring hand-written notes and edits, encased at LSU’s Hill Memorial Library among other items from his political history.
LSU Gives Back to Old South Baton Rouge Through Saturday-in-Service
One of the ways LSU gives back to the surrounding community is through its Saturday-in-Service program, which recently completed work on a home in the Old South Baton Rouge, or OSBR, community just north of the main campus.
LSU's Annual Fall Fest Celebration Gets Green Makeover
LSU’s annual welcome back celebration for students has taken an eco-friendly turn. Fall Fest, a university tradition for more than 15 years, will now feature a composting and recycling effort to minimize the amount of waste produced by the event.
Study Abroad Fair brings global opportunities to students
“Come see where LSU can take you!”—Such is the slogan for Academic Programs Abroad, which hosted a Study Abroad Fair.
Algae and Pollen Grains Provide Evidence of Remarkably Warm Period in Antarctica’s History
For Sophie Warny, LSU assistant professor of geology and geophysics and curator at the LSU Museum of Natural Science, years of patience in analyzing Antarctic samples with low fossil recovery finally led to a scientific breakthrough.
Storm Killers: LSU’s Earth Scan Lab Tracks Cold Water Upwellings in Gulf
Cold water cyclones may have strong impact on hurricane intensity and activity
“LSU: Building an American Renaissance” Exhibit Traces History of Campus’ Original 18 Buildings
For nearly 30 years, J. Michael Desmond walked through the quadrangle of the LSU campus and never noticed something was amiss.
"The Royal Family" makes Shaver Theatre home
It’s a story about fame, fortune and a family dedicated to Broadway acting. “The Royal Family” premiered on Broadway in the late 1920s but has now found itself on the newly renovated stage at Shaver Theatre.
Career expo brings 185 recruiters to campus this week
While job hunting is still a difficult task, Career Services is trying to make it as easy as possible for students and alumni. On Wednesday, Sept. 16, Career Services is hosting the Career Expo in the Maddox Field House.
Louisiana Music Hall of Fame Inductions Historic for LSU Tiger Marching Band and Songwriters Huey P. Long and Castro Carazo
With their respective inductions into the Louisiana Music Hall of Fame, or LMHOF, last week, the LSU Tiger Marching Band and two of its most historic figures once again marched into the history books.
LSU College of Music & Dramatic Arts Set to Rededicate Renovated Building
After nearly five years of work and restoration, the LSU College of Music & Dramatic Arts is finally singing the praises of returning to its long-time home.
Golden Girls celebrate 50 years of an LSU tradition
They are often seen as the beauties dancing with the Golden Band from Tigerland. Each time they perform, all of them in glittered glory, nearly 100,000 fans cheer for their next move.
LSU Professor Receives $3.6 Million to Fund Center Studying Hazardous Waste Cleanup and Health Impacts of Pollutants
LSU Professor and Patrick F. Taylor Chair of Chemistry Barry Dellinger was recently awarded a grant of $3.6 million by the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences, or NIEHS, to support a Superfund Research Center focusing on hazardous waste disposal and its impact on public health.
