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University professors, faculty and students further understanding of universe – 11:40 a.m.

By Adam Duvernay
Senior Staff Writer
August 25, 2009

An investigation supported by University professors has significantly advanced the understanding of the universe's early evolution. The Laser Gravitational-Wave Observatory Scientific Collaboration and...

Author to speak to Honors College

Though problems of going to the moon and curing cancer can take precedence, the Honors College hopes to create the same awareness for coastal sustainability.Author Mike Tidwell will speak at the Honors...

Continuing Education seminars teach marketing and sales strategies – 12:10 p.m.

By Lindsey Meaux
Senior Staff Writer
August 25, 2009

The University Continuing Education Professional Development Program will hold a series of seminars on marketing and sales strategies catered to today's economy Sept. 1 and 2, according to a University...

Former University students to open men’s clothing store – 1 p.m.

By Emily Slack
Entertainment Writer
August 25, 2009

Aristocracy — located in Towne Center — will host its grand opening Friday, celebrating its arrival in Baton Rouge as one of the few exclusive men's clothing boutiques in the area. The store...

University students intern with professional sports teams – 11:30 a.m.

By Steven Powell
Contributing Writer
August 25, 2009

Three University kinesiology students worked as interns with professional sports teams this semester. Stephen Melancon interned with the National Football League's New York Giants, Matt Rabalais interned...

Plans for rail between B.R., N.O. abandoned

By Lindsey Meaux
Senior Staff Writer
August 25, 2009

State transportation officials have decided against plans to link Baton Rouge and New Orleans with a passenger rail service, despite the support of East Baton Rouge Parish residents.Officials are abandoning...

Largest freshman class in history enters LSU Health Sciences Center – 11:30 a.m.

By Lindsey Meaux
August 24, 2009

The School of Medicine at the Health Sciences Center New Orleans' 2009 freshman class is the largest in history with 201 incoming freshmen. The Health Sciences Center has experienced an overall growth...

Laurel wilt disease may threaten La. red bay and sassafras trees – 11 a.m.

LSU AgCenter experts warn Louisiana property owners should be wary for the laurel wilt disease of red bay and sassafras tress, according to an AgCenter news release. Laurel wilt is caused by a fungus,...

University outlines procedure for H1N1-infected students – 11:10 a.m.

By Adam Duvernay
Senior Staff Writer
August 24, 2009

As the number of students with reported cases of Type A influenza increases, the University has made a firm policy for dealing with sick students. The University has advised students with the flu to make...

Schools urged to prepare for swine flu absences – 10:50 a.m.

By Associated Press
August 24, 2009

WASHINGTON (AP) — Schools should be ready with hard-copy packets and online lessons to keep learning going even if swine flu sickens large numbers of students, U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan...

Officials recommend public colleges be governed only by Board of Regents – 10:30 a.m.

By Kyle Bove
Senior Staff Writer
August 24, 2009

An advisory group for a state commission looking for ways to cut costs in state government is suggesting all higher education systems in Louisiana should fall under the jurisdiction of the Board of Regents,...

SKorea launches its first rocket into space – 10 a.m.

By Associated Press
August 24, 2009

GOHEUNG, South Korea (AP) — South Korea has sent its first rocket into space from a launch pad in the south — about four months after rival North Korea drew international sanctions for its...