Stewardship Report

Among LSU's record-breaking incoming class are these in-state students who decided LSU was the perfect place for them to thrive in majors that represent the five Pentagon Priorities set forth by LSU President William Tate IV in his Scholarship First Agenda.

Lucio Miele, MD, PhD has been selected to be director of the LSU-LCMC Health Cancer Center. LSU President William F. Tate IV said Miele's background and contributions to cancer research uniquely position him to lead the center's life-saving work.

LSU alum Madison Menou turned her business degree into a thriving career as a scheduling analyst at Venture Global LNG, proving creativity and adaptability can unlock opportunities in the energy sector.

LSU punter Peyton Todd knows about performing under pressure. A West Monroe native and lifelong Tiger fan, Todd has balanced the demands of LSU football with a rigorous animal sciences curriculum fueled by discipline and a passion for animals.

In 2024, LSU solidified its position as a global leader in research, innovation, and impact. From its FUEL initiative to groundbreaking advancements in AI-powered nuclear security, LSU's achievements are transforming industries and improving lives.

In 2024, four LSU faculty members were recognized by the American Association for the Advancement of Science, or AAAS, for their significant contributions to science and humankind.

Texting while driving raises crash risk by 23 times. LSU forensic psychology major Hannah Hauck is researching innovative solutions, combining psychology, engineering, and technology to tackle this issue.

LSU’s Healthy Aging Research Center, with the help of a five-year, $5 million Health Resources & Services Administration grant, is working to improve the quality of dementia care for underserved communities in Louisiana and Mississippi.

LSU and Tulane are leading the Mississippi River Delta Transition Initiative to chart a new course for the future of the region where the Mississippi River meets the Gulf of Mexico, an area both crucial to commerce and among the most vulnerable in the world.

Regular checkups and quick access to medical centers are key for people undergoing cancer treatment. But travel distance and other barriers can impact patient outcomes in some underserved areas in Louisiana.

Infancy is the most vulnerable time of life. Sibei Xia of LSU’s Department of Textiles, Apparel Design, and Merchandising is leading pioneering research aimed at alleviating the stress of new parents through wearable technology that could redefine infant care.

Courtney brings his “zest for regulatory affairs” to “ensure trustworthy scientific outcomes” directly from Purdue University, where he’s served as senior compliance officer since 2019 after an extensive career in cancer research.