View a recording of today’s meeting here.

BOARD OFFICERS INSTALLED AND TERMS RENEWED

The Board of Supervisors for the University of Louisiana System installed officers today. Continuing in their leadership roles are Chair Liz Pierre of Monroe, Vice Chair Jimmy Clarke of Lafayette, and Parliamentarian Brad Stevens of Hammond. Michael Adams from Decuir, Clark & Adams administered the oath of office.  

Governor John Bel Edwards renewed the terms of Chair Pierre and three other members: Lola Dunahoe of Natchitoches, Alejandro Perkins of Baton Rouge and Julie Stokes of New Orleans. Members were sworn into their six-year terms which will expire at the end of 2028. 

FOR OUR FUTURE CONFERENCE DEADLINES APPROACH

Our hallmark event, the For Our Future Conference offers System faculty and staff opportunities for professional development and networking. This year’s conference is set to be the largest ever. Please be aware the deadline for System conference session proposals and award nominations is but a week away. 

The call for proposals seeks contributors in this year’s conference tracks—Engage, Instruct, and Innovate. 

The tradition of honoring excellence throughout our member institutions with our annual awards continues. Nominations are being accepted for the outstanding faculty member award, the outstanding staff member award, and the champion of diversity and inclusion.  

The deadline is Jan. 13 for both proposal submissions and award nominations. All information about the conference can be found at ulsystem.edu/conference.