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Low, cool temperatures expected in April, May

By Jacob Most
Contributing Writer
March 29, 2010

Students trying to spend spring break in the sun could be in for cooler weather when they return to the University in April.The University has experienced unusual weather this year because of the El Niño...

Gov. Bobby Jindal, R-La., speaks to a joint legislative session Monday as the 2010 regular legislative session begins at the State Capitol.

Governor says budget woes can prompt change in Louisiana

By The Associated Press
March 29, 2010

(AP) — As deep budget cuts threaten state services and jobs, Gov. Bobby Jindal told lawmakers on the opening day of the annual regular session Monday that the money troubles also provide a chance...

Nominations accepted for service award, due April 30

By Ryan Buxton
Senior Staff Writer
March 29, 2010

 Nominations are being accepted for the Chancellor's Sesquicentennial Service Award.The award, which is part of the University's sesquicentennial celebrations, will honor individuals or organizations...

Students talk to legislators about future of higher education

By Catherine Threlkeld
Staff Writer
March 29, 2010

To see a video from the march, click here.  University students crammed the Louisiana State Capitol's gallery, clustered around senators and anxiously waited for time to speak with their representatives...

Survey ranked BR 10th best job market

By Grace Montgomery
Staff Writer
March 29, 2010

Baton Rouge is the 10th best city for young adults, according to a recent survey by business Web site Portfolio.com.Young adults make up 26 percent of Baton Rouge's population, the survey said."Because...

Former dean not prosecuted for theft

By Ryan Buxton
Senior Staff Writer
March 29, 2010

A former University associate vice chancellor and dean has been given a scholarship fund in her name after it was determined there was insufficient evidence to prosecute her on the theft charges for which...

Higher education prepares for the worst in cuts

By Xerxes A. Wilson
Senior Staff Writer
March 28, 2010

The futures of colleges, programs, faculty and salaries hang in the balance as the legislative session begins today.With a $1 billion dollar deficit looming, University administrators say the stakes have...

Haitian twins find home in La.

By The Associated Press
March 28, 2010

SHREVEPORT (AP) — Fear and uncertainty sometimes keeps Bruny and Brunel Civil awake at night.Memories of the devastating earthquake and anguish widespread in their native Haiti are enough to bring...

 

Quarterbacks shaky in spring game, running backs rack up 340 yards

By Rachel Whittaker
Chief Sports Writer
March 28, 2010

The LSU spring game was not one for the highlight reels for junior quarterbacks Jordan Jefferson and Jarrett Lee.Jefferson finished 8-of-23 for 94 yards, Lee was 10-of-20 for 114 yards and both quarterbacks...

Event encourages interest in science

By Rachel Warren
Contributing Writer
March 28, 2010

About 125 people enjoyed an afternoon of kid-friendly activities Saturday at the Highland Road Park Observatory as part of NanoDays, a nationwide festival of educational programs. The events are organized...

Energy conservation competition saves more than $10,000

By Sabrina Trahan
Contributing Writer
March 28, 2010

Campus housing saved more than $10,000 in energy consumption last month because of the second annual Unplug competition.West Campus Apartments reduced its energy by 26 percent and won the month-long competition....

Students to protest at Capitol today

By Catherine Threlkeld
Staff Writer
March 28, 2010

Students will have the chance to protest budget cuts against higher education today by attending Student Government's "Fund our Future."SG is providing buses to transport students to and from the State...