Dean Martin Johnson

September 29, 2020

Dear LSU Community,

It is with very heavy hearts that we write to let you know that Manship School of Mass Communication Dean Martin Johnson passed away last night.

Our entire LSU Family mourns the loss of Dean Johnson, who was a wonderful colleague, friend, father, and husband. We will be forever grateful for Dean Johnson’s countless contributions to the Manship School and LSU, and we will miss him terribly. Please keep Martin’s wife, Sherri, an LSU Department of History faculty member, and their son in your thoughts and prayers.

At this difficult time, please know that LSU counselors and members of our CARE Team are here for you if you need someone to talk to or help you process your grief.

Sincerely,

Thomas C. Galligan, Jr.
LSU Interim President and Professor of Law

Stacia Haynie
LSU Executive Vice President & Provost