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A Patent for Innovation
Southeastern has been awarded a U.S. patent for a new compound—with potential applications that could impact both the medical and industrial worlds. Southeastern recently received its second U.S. patent in its 97-year history. The patent was awarded to Southeastern in conjunction with Fort Hays State University, located in Hays, Kan., for use of pnictogenium compounds in carbon-carbon bond formation. A pnictogen is any of the … Continue reading A Patent for Innovation
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A Legacy of Giving: Ronald Stetzel and Gaylord Bickham
Bequests (also called planned giving or legacy giving) to non-profit organizations have been growing in recent years. According to Giving USA, bequests reached over $42 billion dollars in the United States in its most recent report on 2020. These are gifts that are made as part of a will or trust. In a surprising fact, bequests amount to more than 2.5 times the total donations … Continue reading A Legacy of Giving: Ronald Stetzel and Gaylord Bickham
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Alumni Center Refresh
After an extensive renovation, the Alumni Center is now reopened and ready to welcome back alumni and all members of our Southeastern community. The Alumni Center has been a respected landmark on Southeastern’s campus since it was erected in 1994. Proudly overlooking the main campus from West University Avenue, the 12,700-square-foot building serves as a hub for returning alumni, touring visitors, and the Hammond community. … Continue reading Alumni Center Refresh
Named a Top Military Friendly® School for 10 Straight Years
Southeastern has been named a Military Friendly® School for 2022-2023. This is the 10th consecutive year Southeastern has received this recognition. Southeastern continues to strive to be one of the best military and veteran-friendly institutions in the state of Louisiana and in the nation. Viqtory Media, publisher of G.I. Jobs and Military Spouse magazine, states the listing honors the top colleges, universities, and trade schools … Continue reading Named a Top Military Friendly® School for 10 Straight Years
More Campus Enhancements Coming Soon
During the 2022 Legislative Session, Southeastern received approval for significant incremental capital outlay funding to enhance current building projects and start planning on a brand new project. Partial support for these projects is also being provided by donors and the Southeastern Foundation. The D Vickers Hall renovation, an ongoing project to update and upgrade one of campus’ main classroom buildings, received added funds. The funds … Continue reading More Campus Enhancements Coming Soon
First Louisiana University Selected for Carnegie Project on the Education Doctorate
Southeastern was admitted as a member institution to the Carnegie Project on the Education Doctorate (CPED)—a consortium of over 125 institutions around the world focused on transforming the advanced preparation of educational professionals to lead through scholarly practice for the improvement of individuals and communities. Southeastern is the first university in Louisiana to be selected for membership in this prestigious organization. The doctor of education … Continue reading First Louisiana University Selected for Carnegie Project on the Education Doctorate
New Southeastern License Plate
A new vanity license plate featuring Southeastern’s spirit graphic and bold, updated colors is now available. Following the release of the University’s new logos last year and reimagined branding this fall, the Southeastern license plate’s rejuvenated look provides an enhanced way for members of the Southeastern community to show off their Lion Pride, whether on campus or afar. The plate, designed by Southeastern’s Office of … Continue reading New Southeastern License Plate
Alumni Association 2022-2023 Board of Directors
Stephanie Stafford Kropog of Hammond has been elected president and chair of the 2022-2023 board of directors for the Southeastern Alumni Association. A 1986 graduate of Southeastern with a Bachelor of Science degree in accounting, she is the physician services director at North Oaks Health System. Kropog is a member of the Hammond Kiwanis Club, where she served on the board of directors in 2005; … Continue reading Alumni Association 2022-2023 Board of Directors
Southeastern Channel Awarded Best in the Nation
The Southeastern Channel has once again been recognized as best in the nation by College Broadcasters, Inc. The channel was honored at CBI’s National Student Production Awards with first place in the nation for Best Video Newscast for its Nov. 11, 2020, episode of the student newscast, Northshore News. It marks the 11th time that the Southeastern Channel has won first place in the nation … Continue reading Southeastern Channel Awarded Best in the Nation
New Dean of the College of Business
Tará Lopez, a member of the Southeastern faculty for 15 years, has been named dean of the College of Business. Her appointment is pending approval by the University of Louisiana System Board of Supervisors. Lopez, a professor of marketing, has served as interim dean of the college since Aug. 1, 2021. As interim dean, she implemented the Fall Business Browse event in conjunction with Meet … Continue reading New Dean of the College of Business
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