EDUCATION
Candidate Withdraws from East Baton Rouge Superintendent Race
Despite Mohip's withdrawal, a school system spokesperson confirmed that the interview schedule remains unchanged.
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Local LSU Freshmen Offered Cash to Commute as University Faces Housing Crunch
This initiative, aimed at incoming freshmen residing within 30 minutes of campus, is part of LSU's strategy to manage the unexpected surge in demand for dormitories. Peter Trentacoste, Executive Director of LSU Residential Life, highlighted the urgency of the situation.
EDUCATION
Petition Started Over Finalists Selected for East Baton Rouge Schools Superintendent
A social media group identifying as a coalition of community members is calling for the recall of all nine East Baton Rouge school board members.
EDUCATION
LSU Board Unanimously Approves Three-Year Contract Extension for President William Tate IV
BATON ROUGE, La. — William Tate IV, who made history as LSU's first Black president and the first Black president of any school in the Southeastern Conference, has secured a three-year contract extension. Tate's tenure, which began amid scrutiny of LSU's Title IX Office and
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Three Finalists Chosen for EBR School Board Superintendent Position
East Baton Rouge, La. – The East Baton Rouge Parish School Board has announced three finalists for the superintendent position following a special meeting held on Friday, June 28. The board's decision came after two hours of public comments and deliberation. The finalists are: * Kevin George, Director of University
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Incoming Chancellor Pierre Addresses Press Club of Baton Rouge
Baton Rouge, La. — John K. Pierre, incoming Chancellor of Southern University and A&M College, addressed the Press Club of Baton Rouge on Monday, sharing his vision for the university and the challenges ahead. Pierre, who will officially assume his new role on July 1, highlighted his plans for
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Leaders Detail Efforts to Avoid Repeat of Baton Rouge School Transportation Crisis
BATON ROUGE, La. — “I just want us to move as fast as humanly possible and do it,” Board Vice President Patrick Martin V said, stressing the urgency of preventing a repeat of last year’s severe transportation issues as the new school year approaches in August. Despite diligent efforts, challenges
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East Baton Rouge School Board Reschedules Superintendent Decision to July 11 for Thorough Review
BATON ROUGE, La. — The East Baton Rouge Parish School Board has delayed the selection of a new superintendent until July 11, extending the decision-making process by ten days to allow for a more comprehensive review of the candidates and increased public engagement. Originally set for July 1, the selection date